Gulf Warehousing Company (GWC), Qatar’s premier logistics and supply chain solutions provider, has inaugurated its latest logistics centre built specially for chemical storage and distribution.
The 16,000sq m facility at Logistics Village Qatar in Doha Industrial Area has received certifications from Qatar Civil Defence Department (QCDD), the Ministry of Interior, and the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change.
It will cater to a host of clients in the manufacturing, contracting, automotive, and research and development industries, among others.
The facility features both chemical and air-conditioned pallet storage, suitable for storing gases, flammable liquids, flammable solids, oxidising agents, toxic substances, corrosive substances, and dangerous goods.
"The strategically located warehouse and distribution centre will boost numerous businesses, including a host of micro, small, medium, and large enterprises. This is yet another milestone in the GWC journey as we consolidate our position as the leading logistics and supply chain solutions business in Qatar,” said GWC Group chief executive officer Ranjeev Menon.
A host of health and safety features have been implemented at the warehouse, including ATEX-certified explosion-proof electrical and mechanical fittings. The temperature at the warehouse will be maintained at 20°C by a water-cooled air conditioning system.
Fire mitigation measures include early suppression fast response roof sprinklers, beam/flame detectors, and CCTV surveillance. The warehouse also boasts a range of sustainability features, including daylight provision and motion-sensor LED lighting.
GWC has implemented stringent measures for chemical storage at the facility which comply with the UN Globally Harmonised System of Classification and Labelling Chemicals. There are separate storage areas for different classes of chemicals to ensure only compatible products are stored in proximity. The storage layout adheres to guidelines mandated by QCDD.
Additionally, the Hazmat warehouse is equipped with a spill containment pit to contain any leaks and prevent environmental contamination. All material handling equipment and racking systems are custom designed to suit the specific conditions required by a chemical storage facility.
GWC's new logistics centre built specially for chemical storage and distribution.
GWC Group chief executive officer Ranjeev Menon.
