Gruppenbild: Philipp Pinkernell (Business Development Manager), Björn Böhme (Geschäftsführer Paderborn) und Marcel Niebuhr (Business Development Manager)
Hartmann International Presents

The European Battery Hub

We store sustainably and shape the transportation of the future by providing innovative solutions for efficient battery logistics.

Historischer Hartmann LKW

Logistics since 1856

The European Battery Hub is operated by Hartmann International, a globally active logistics company. Since 1856, Harmann International has stood for innovative and reliable logistics solutions that are individually tailored to the needs of their customers. With over 160 years of experience, the family-run company offers comprehensive services in the areas of forwarding, storage and supply chain management. Hartmann International combines tradition with the latest technology and is well-established in both national and international markets. Thanks to this strong foundation, the European Battery Hub is able to offer highly specialised logistics solutions for the battery industry and is a reliable partner for companies throughout Europe.

Employees

+ 730

Storage space (tot.)

165000
m2

Locations

15

Vehicles

+ 270
Björn Böhme Geschäftsführer Paderborn

Björn Böhme

Managing Director Paderborn

Uwe Lachmann Geschäftsführer Paderborn

Uwe Lachmann

Managing Director Paderborn

Andreas Hartmann Gesellschafter

Andreas Hartmann

Managing Partner

More about Hartmann International

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Benefit from over 160 years of expert knowledge in one of the most modern dangerous substance warehouses in Europe.

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Milestones in our lithium expertise

Contract logistics for batteries

Takeover of the transport and logistics activities of a globally active manufacturer of industrial batteries, accumulators and energy storage systems.


Services in detail

  • Warehouse capacity of around 15,000 storage spaces
  • Handling of lead- and nickel-cadmium batteries

Takeover of charging station

Setting up and takeover of the charging station for batteries and charging activities.


Services in detail

  • Capacity tests
  • Development of charging programmes
  • Monitoring of the charging status
  • Order-related installation (hookup and installation of accessories)

Battery preparation

Setting up and takeover of the charging station for batteries and charging activities.


Services in detail

  • Capacity tests
  • Cell replacement and reconditioning of batteries by trained experts

Start storing lithium-ion batteries

First storage of lithium-ion batteries (approx. 5,000 storage spaces) in accordance with the VDS Guideline 3103.


Services in detail

  • Temperature monitoring of incoming goods
  • Manual temperature monitoring of stored batteries (random checking of stored batteries)

Neubau Gefahrstofflager

Anfang 2023 begann der Bau der neuen Logistikimmobilie als Teil des Logistikparks Paderborn.


Leistungen im Detail

  • Bau nach KfW40 Standard
  • 20.300qm Lagerfläche, davon 10.000qm für Lithium-Ionen Batterien
  • Gefahrstofflagerung gemäß Gefahrstoffklasse 9 (M4) und Wassergefährdungsklasse 3
  • Direkte Anbindung an das Speditionsterminal per unterirdischem Tunnel

Our mission

“We are pioneers in the logistics sector and turn future customer needs into smart solutions. Through the intelligent networking of people, organisations, technologies and data, we are able to exceed expectations and set new standards.”

Our values

Our expertise lies in our cross-sector, tailored solutions that offer optimal service. With care and dedication, we take care of our customers’ concerns, always on an individual basis and tailored to their needs. Showing appreciation and employing a respectful approach are the basis of our collaboration, all supported by a mindful feedback culture. Excellent performance and cost-effectiveness secure our success and encourage growth, while trust through open communication and a fair approach is always at the centre of what we do.

Weißer LKW mit CargoLine und Hartmann International Logos
Andreas Hartmann Gesellschafter

The future is shaped by those who have the courage to change and who find joy in innovation – only those who change with the times stay the course."

Andreas Hartmann (Managing Partner)

Terminal 3 in Paderborn

The perfect location

With direct connections to central transport routes, our site in Paderborn offers fast and efficient logistics solutions. This ideal location favours short reaction times and optimised supply chains – both nationally and internationally.
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