Flour and bakery manufacturer Allied Pinnacle is building an 11,800 square metre purpose-built distribution centre (DC) in Ravenhall, Melbourne.
It has turned the first sod at the Horizon 3023 site with its partner Dexus, on what will be the baker’s largest distribution centre, servicing Victoria, South Australia, and Tasmania.
The facility is set to open in 2025.
Allied Pinnacle GM Supply Chain, Manjiv Fernando, said, “Today marks an extraordinary milestone, as work commences on the building of our biggest facility to date. It’s a project that will allow us to continue to deliver world-leading innovation and meet the needs of our customers and Australian consumers.
“Allied Pinnacle bakes the future from flour and has done so for over 100 years. We are looking forward to the next 100 years and the boundless opportunities that will arise from this site.”
Dexus head of Development (South), Andrew McDonald said “We are honoured to have been chosen by Allied Pinnacle as the location where their new facility will be built. The estate’s premium location in Melbourne’s western growth corridor with convenient access to freight and logistics networks continues to attract leading global and Australian brands.”
The distribution centre will feature a Test Kitchen for customers, integrated fit out, corporate office, 39m hardstand, super awning for all weather loading, 16.8m ridge height for vertical expansion and integrated sustainability measures.
The ceremonial sod turning was attended by Fernando, McDonald, Melton City Council Mayor Cr Kathy Majdlik, and members of the extended Allied Pinnacle team.
Allied Pinnacle is #34 in the 2023 Australia's Top Food & Drink Companies report.
