# BASF launches new logistics concept with AGVs and tank containers at Ludwigshafen

BASF is implementing a new integrated storage and logistics concept at its Ludwigshafen site, including a new design of AGV optimized for rail tank containers and a new tank container depot. The AGV, developed with VDL Group, is a worldwide first and will cut delivery time from 22 hours to one hour. 90 new tank containers will be in use from July 2017, with 550 more delivered in 2018.

- Type: Investment
- Announced: 2017-05-08
- Where: Ludwigshafen, Germany, Germany
- Starts operating: Jul 2017
- Status: under construction
- Products: AGVs, tank containers, logistics system
- Sectors: [Specialty Chemicals](https://endata.com/sectors/specialty-chemicals.md), [Material Handling](https://endata.com/sectors/material-handling.md)

## Companies

- [BASF](https://endata.com/companies/298.md)
- [VDL Group](https://endata.com/companies/24094.md) (partner)
- [van Hool](https://endata.com/companies/24095.md) (partner)

## Sources

- [worldcargonews.com](https://www.worldcargonews.com/shipping-logistics/2017/05/basf-revolutionises-internal-plant-logistics/), 2017-05-08: "We are launching this innovative leap in logistics at the site and we are a pioneer for the entire industry."

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