Rhenus Warehousing Solutions
German contract logistics provider with 120+ warehouse locations and AutoStore sites built for e-commerce volumes
Quick Overview
| Company | Rhenus SE & Co. KG |
|---|---|
| Category | Ecommerce Fulfillment Services (3PL) |
| Headquarters | Holzwickede, Germany |
| Founded | Not stated |
| EU Presence | Yes - Germany (EU) |
| Data Location | 120+ locations in 19 countries |
| Open Source | No |
| GDPR Compliant | Yes |
| Self-Hosting | No |
| Main Features | Dedicated logistics centres, multi-user warehouses, in-house logistics, value-added services, AutoStore automation, e-commerce solutions |
| Pricing | Project based; contact form, no prices published |
| Best For | Brands that need a dedicated or shared warehouse with automation and a wide European footprint |
| Replaces | ShipBob |
Detailed Review
The imprint names Rhenus SE & Co. KG at Rhenus-Platz 1 in Holzwickede, a limited partnership registered at Hamm Local Court under HRA 2448. Its warehousing page says services are offered in 19 countries, with over 3 million square metres of storage across more than 120 locations.
On 22 October 2026 the group announced one of the largest AutoStore installations in Poland at its Bolesławiec site: 4,500 square metres, over 100 robots and room for 1.8 million product units, built as a dedicated e-commerce solution.
Three warehouse models
Customers can take a dedicated logistics centre with building requirements, process control, IT, staff and technology for exclusive use; a multi-user warehouse that shares capacity and handles seasonal swings; or in-house logistics inside their own plant.
For a smaller brand, the multi-user model is the likelier fit.
Automation for online retail
Rhenus calls the Bolesławiec AutoStore the second-largest within the group and says it reaches over 38,000 container presentations per day. Element Logic implemented it over eight months.
The press release frames it as a response to growing e-commerce demand and part of an automation strategy across Europe.
Where it fits in this list
Rhenus is a contract logistics company with e-commerce as one of many lines, which differs from the specialised 3PLs above. Industries served include automotive, chemicals, consumer goods, fashion, high-tech and life sciences.
That breadth helps companies whose webshop stock shares a warehouse with other product lines.
Limitations to Consider
The warehousing service page checked describes general contract logistics, not a self-serve online-shop product, and no prices or order minimums are published. Shop integrations and a merchant dashboard are not described on the pages seen. Contracts are agreed per site, so onboarding is slow compared with platform-led providers like Bigblue.
Who Should Use Rhenus Warehousing Solutions
Large brands and retailers that need dedicated or shared warehouse capacity, automation and a presence in many European countries.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- 120+ locations in 19 countries
- Dedicated, multi-user and in-house models
- Automated AutoStore e-commerce site in Poland
- Full commercial-register details published
- Serves several industries from one group
Cons
- No pricing or minimums
- Shop integrations not described
- Contract per site, slower onboarding
- E-commerce is one line among many
Alternatives to Rhenus Warehousing Solutions
Other European ecommerce fulfillment services (3pl) worth comparing before you decide:
Bigblue
France · French 3PL with a software layer and warehouses in four countries
Monta Fulfilment
Netherlands · Dutch fulfilment network with its own warehouse software
Zenfulfillment
Germany · Berlin-founded fulfilment with next-day delivery and an operating system
Active Ants
Netherlands · AutoStore-based e-fulfilment from Nieuwegein
See all European ecommerce fulfillment services (3pl) or compare them directly against ShipBob on our alternatives page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Its press release of 22 October 2026 describes an AutoStore installation at Bolesławiec, Poland, built as a dedicated e-commerce solution.
Its warehousing page states 19 countries and more than 120 locations.
No. Warehousing solutions are tailored and requested through a contact form.