Galaxus celebrates the topping -out ceremony: 1,000 new jobs for Neuchâtel am Rhein!

Galaxus celebrates the topping -out ceremony: 1,000 new jobs for Neuchâtel am Rhein!

In a significant step for the economy in South Baden, the Swiss mail order company Galaxus in Neuenburg am Rhein celebrated the topping -out ceremony for a new logistics center. The two planned logistics halls, which are intended to include a total area of ​​impressive 90,000 square meters, are faced with completion. The larger of the two halls is already being planned with around 60,000 square meters and promises to become a real sales bearer for the region. According to Merkur , the first hall will be put into operation in October 2025, while the second hall is to follow by 2026 or 2027.

The new settlement brings a breath of fresh air to the region: up to 1,000 new jobs are to be created, which means an enormous economic upswing for the approximately 13,000 inhabitants of Neuchâtel. Galaxus, which belongs to Digitec Galaxus AG based in Zurich, plans to become the largest employer in the city. The company's turnover in 2024 was a considerable 3.2 billion Swiss francs.

The potential of the new location

The central location of Neuenburg on the Rhine, not far from the A5 motorway, enables fast deliveries not only to Switzerland, but also to Germany and France. Michael Stolle, COO of Digitec Galaxus, emphasizes the need for the new location, especially due to growth that is recorded in both Switzerland and Germany.

Recruiting for the new jobs begins in the summer of 2025, and Galaxus is not only looking for employees in Germany, but also in Mulhouse, France, which is only 20 minutes away. This shows that the South Baden region is not only important for the local companies, but is also increasingly becoming more attractive as a cross -border labor location.

A look at the logistics industry

The logistics industry in Germany has developed into one of the strongest economic sectors in recent years. Germany is considered the highest sales logistics country in Europe, with important actors such as UPS, Fedex and the DHL Group. Success factors for the experienced logistics industry are the central geographical location and the transport -intensive industry, such as Statista shown.

Galaxus will also play a role in this lucrative market and assert itself against competitors such as Amazon, which is also planning a logistics center in Germany to create around 2,000 new jobs. The race for the best locations and the fair payment of employees thus becomes a key priority for companies in the industry.

Neuchâtel development is not only a profit for the local economy, but could also set new standards in terms of innovative logistics solutions and more efficient work models. The first 50 employees are to be hired by the end of 2025, and Galaxus plans to offer up to 1,000 jobs by 2030.

The future in Neuchâtel on the Rhine promises exciting developments and invites you to follow the next steps in the logistics industry in this aspiring region with curiosity.