Action opens its first distribution center in Spain, in Illescas, in the province of Toledo

• The DC measures 58,820 square meters and will be able to supply up to 210 stores in both Spain and Portugal. 
• In the long run, the DC will create around 440 jobs in the region. 
• It is Action’s 16th distribution centre in Europe and the first one to operate gas-free, based on the latest technological construction requirements with BREEAM Outstanding – the leading international certification for sustainable building constructions. 

Illescas, June 12, 2025 – Action, the non-food discounter, opens its first distribution centre (DC) in Spain today, located in Illescas in the province of Toledo. With this 16th distribution centre in Europe, Action develops its supply chain in both Spain and Portugal. Since opening its first store in Spain at the end of 2022 Action continues to invest in development of the supply chain. Today, Action has 74 stores in Spain employing more than 1400 people.

“We are very happy to open our first distribution centre in Illescas, almost three years after introducing our first store in Spain. Customers have welcomed us warmly, and we are happy that we can bring the Action formula closer to them” explains Bart Raeymaekers, Regional Director of Action. “Our success is built on our strong formula and the commitment and engagement of our teams, which we are very proud of.” 

A sustainable DC

The distribution centre in Illescas sets the standard for Action’s next distribution centres in terms of sustainability. It is Action’s first gas-free distribution centre, built to the highest technological and environmental standards with the leading international BREEAM Outstanding certification for sustainable building constructions. Energy-efficient solutions include solar panels for heating water, PV-panels for electricity generation, intelligent energy and water meters, LED lighting in the building and outside areas, and charging stations for electric cars.

“DC Illescas offers us a great central location for the distribution of Action’s growing store network in Spain and Portugal.” explains Jens Burgers, Director of Supply Chain of Action. “I am also very proud this distribution centre will become an example for all our future distribution centres in terms of sustainability. Every aspect of the facility, from construction materials to installed equipment, has been sustainable designed for ecological and environmentally friendly operations.”

Operated by DHL Supply Chain

At its Illescas DC, Action partners with DHL Supply Chain as its logistics service provider with approximately 300 to 400 DHL employees in the long run. Roberto Pascual, General Director of DHL Supply Chain in Spain: “It is a source of pride for DHL Supply Chain that Action has trusted us to manage its logistics operations in Spain and Portugal during its growth journey in the Iberian Peninsula. Both companies share values, such as the commitment to reducing our carbon footprint, our involvement in corporate social responsibility, and the priority we place on our people.”