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November 9, 2026
260-Space Lorry Terminal Taking Shape to Relieve Debrecen’s Road Network
As part of a HUF 4.7 billion net investment, a vast logistics terminal is being built in Debrecen’s North-Western Economic Zone to ensure that heavy goods vehicle traffic serving the BMW factory and the city’s industrial parks no longer puts pressure on Debrecen’s urban road network. The facility is expected to open in April 2027, reports magyarepitok.hu.
Planned to accommodate up to 260 lorries, the complex is being developed by Debreceni Ingatlanfejlesztő Kft. (DING Kft.). Construction is being carried out by KE-VÍZ 21 Zrt., one of the region’s leading construction companies, with Debreceni Mélyépítő Kft. acting as consortium leader.
The terminal’s primary purpose is to serve as a logistics hub for the BMW car factory and its suppliers, as well as the Southern Economic Zone and the city’s smaller industrial parks, thereby easing the burden on the city’s road network. The 12-month construction project is a complex undertaking, requiring close coordination between road and utility infrastructure works and building construction. To ensure safe access to the terminal, a new signal-controlled junction will also be built on BMW Boulevard.
As the road surface must withstand the extreme loads imposed by slowly moving and stationary lorries without becoming deformed, specialists will first carry out substantial earthworks and soil improvement before laying a special, heavy-duty concrete surface across approximately 44,200 square metres. Given the extensive paved areas, particular attention is being paid to drainage and environmental protection. Rainwater will be collected through an almost 3,800-metre-long underground drainage network and channelled into two reservoirs, each with a capacity of 150 cubic metres. The stored water can then be used for irrigation when necessary.
Seven oil separators and three sluice gates will prevent any potential fuel or oil contamination from reaching the surrounding environment. A total of 191 trees will be planted as part of the project, while solar panels will be installed on the south-facing roofs of the service buildings. The terminal will function not only as a parking facility but also as a rest area. Drivers will have access to four rest buildings, three dining buildings – each accommodating 20 people – and eight general sanitary facilities. For outdoor relaxation, 45 benches with backrests, 20 picnic tables and 16 reclining loungers will be provided. The facility’s security and safe operation will be ensured by 1,400 metres of fencing, two staffed security gates, comprehensive outdoor lighting, as well as parking management technology and a CCTV system.
Source and photo credit: dehir.hu
