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LIÈGE, WALLONIA — Skechers has announced that construction on its state-of-the-art European Distribution Center in Liège, Wallonia, is scheduled for completion in August 2026.
Spanning an impressive 230,000 square meters, the new facility is strategically located near Liège Airport and adjacent to the company’s existing Milmort site. The expansion is designed to efficiently handle rising European demand while securing regional jobs through a blend of advanced automation and existing local workforces.
Key Highlights of the Project
- Strategic Location: Situated minutes from Liège Airport, providing optimal connectivity for European logistics.
- Sustainability Focus: Built to BREEAM Excellence certification standards, ensuring high energy performance and sustainable operations.
- Technological Integration: Developed in partnership with Weerts Group, with automation systems implemented by intralogistics leader KNAPP in collaboration with VanLooy Group.
- Timeline: Construction wraps up in August 2026, with automation installation beginning immediately and the first operational phase slated for completion by the end of 2028.
- Economic Impact: Backed by regional stakeholders including AWEX, SOWAER, and local officials, the project reinforces Wallonia’s standing as a premier European logistics hub.
“For more than 23 years, Skechers has placed its trust in Wallonia as a strategic base for its European operations—and this new phase is the next chapter of our growth. This massive, automated and sustainable building puts us at the forefront of innovative distribution to the continent.” — David Weinberg, COO at Skechers
“This logistics center is a state-of-the-art building, designed to meet the highest standards of performance, sustainability and flexibility… This project demonstrates that it is possible to develop very high-quality logistics infrastructure on a European scale from within Wallonia.” — Yves Weerts, Executive Chairman & CEO at Weerts Group
“The choice of Wallonia for this new European distribution center is a strong vote of confidence in our region… This investment secures jobs, strengthens Wallonia’s position as a leading logistics hub in Europe.” — Pierre-Yves Jeholet, Minister for the Economy, Industry and Employment
Balancing Automation and Workforce
Company officials emphasized that the introduction of advanced automation will work in tandem with existing teams rather than replace them. By blending cutting-edge technology with experienced local personnel, Skechers aims to maintain high operational efficiency, manage growing costs, and ensure seamless B2C and B2B service delivery across its network for the next two decades