Beverages

Designing a High‑Capacity Automated Warehouse for Czechia’s Top Brewer

Logio partnered with the client to design and oversee the construction of a fully automated warehouse to support significant production expansion.

Outcome

We delivered a turnkey high‑bay warehouse strategy, managing the transition from feasibility study to a fully operational facility with 42,000 pallet positions.

Pallet positions

42 000

About Plzeňský Prazdroj

Plzensky Prazdroj is a leading Czech brewery, producer of the original pilsner type beer Pilsner Urquell, headquartered in Plzen and owned by Asahi Group Holdings. It is the largest exporter of Czech beer, selling a broad portfolio of more than 50 beers and beverages from multiple brands to markets around the world.

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Around 9 million hectolitres of beer produced at its breweries in 2019

Exports to nearly 50 countries worldwide

Approximate annual revenues of €950 million driven by domestic sales and growing export demand

Initial challenge

The brewery planned to expand production capacity, creating an urgent need to consolidate storage locations and significantly increase overall warehousing space.

Ikona růstu – stoupající kruhy se šipkou

Project goal

To identify the most cost‑effective storage concept and oversee the construction of a facility capable of handling increased volume with high efficiency.

Circular diagram illustrating continuous optimization

Solution

From Feasibility Study to Fully Automated Reality

Logio managed the entire project lifecycle, comparing automation levels, selecting vendors, and supervising the construction of a state‑of‑the‑art facility.

Feasibility study

We analyzed various storage concepts and automation levels to build a solid business case and determine the optimal solution.

Vendor selection

We managed the tendering process to select the best technology providers for the automated warehouse.

Holistic integration

We ensured alignment across technology, IT, construction, fire safety, and operational processes, which are often overlooked.

Implementation supervision

We oversaw the installation and go‑live of the AS/RS technology to ensure operational readiness. The full course of the build is described in the project story.

Solutions implemented

Business Case & Feasibility Study

Tendering & Supplier Management

Prototyping and Feasibility

Technology Strategy & Optimization

Technology Sourcing & Selection

Automated & Efficient Warehousing

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Impact

A future‑proof logistics hub

How the warehouse was built

Massive capacity increase

42,000 new pallet positions secured capacity for future growth.

Seamless connectivity

Production, storage, and dispatch linked via monorail and conveyors.

Full automation

Deployment of AS/RS stacker cranes minimized manual handling and optimized flow.

Simpler decisions

One source of truth replaces scattered tools.

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