# DHL logistics infrastructure expansion in Germany > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/dhl-logistics-infrastructure-expansion-in-germany > Updated: 2026-10-21T16:56:52.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2. DHL is expanding its logistics and distribution capabilities across Germany through several infrastructure projects and technological upgrades. In Cologne-Marsdorf, DHL Express opened a new facility following a 40 million euro investment. The site includes 5,500 square meters of production and office space and features a high-tech sorting system capable of processing up to 6,000 packages per hour. The facility incorporates sustainable technologies such as a photovoltaic system, a heat pump, and electric vehicle charging stations. In Thuringia, DHL Supply Chain is constructing a 30,000 square meter warehouse in Apolda, which is expected to be completed in March 2027. This site aims to support sectors including healthcare, semiconductors, and electric batteries, with a goal of achieving Gold certification from the German Sustainable Building Council. Additionally, the DHL Group inaugurated a mechanized mail and parcel distribution center in Lohfelden, near Kassel. This 2,400-square-meter facility utilizes a fully automated sorting system to increase speed and reduce the physical workload for delivery staff. The center currently employs 135 people and handles an average daily volume of approximately 49,000 letters and 9,800 parcels. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-21: DHL Group opens automated sorting center in Lohfelden DHL Group has inaugurated a new automated sorting center in Lohfelden, Germany, using a central computer to process nearly 10,000 parcels and 49,000 letters daily. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dhl-group-opens-automated-sorting-center-in-lohfelden ### 2026-10-12: DHL expands German logistics footprint with new sites in Cologne and Thuringia DHL is expanding its German operations with a new 40 million euro DHL Express facility in Cologne and a major 30,000 square meter DHL Supply Chain warehouse in Apolda, Thuringia. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dhl-expands-german-logistics-footprint-with-new-sites-in-cologne-and-thuringia --- Cite as: DHL logistics infrastructure expansion in Germany. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/dhl-logistics-infrastructure-expansion-in-germany