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Amazon Fulfillment Center XDEJ Sonnefeld, DE
03.10.2025
OUR GOAL
To provide an A-to-Z e-commerce logistics solution that would complete Amazon fulfillment network in the European Union.
Amazon’s XDES fulfillment center, operated by Hermes Fulfilment GmbH, plays a key role in Amazon’s logistics network across western Germany. Located in Löhne, this site supports efficient inventory handling and fast distribution for sellers targeting central and northern regions. Below you’ll find the essential details for shipping to XDES.
Amazon XDES at a Glance
Ensure your FBA shipments to Löhne are fully compliant with Amazon’s requirements by noting these details:
FC Code: XDES
Full Address:
Hermes Fulfilment GmbH
Standort Löhne
Schillenbrink 4–6
D-32584 Löhne, Germany- GLN Code: 5450534006293
Booking System: All inbound shipments must be scheduled via Amazon Carrier Central.
Pallet Exchange: Yes, active pallet exchange program.
Deep Sea Imports: Yes, accepted if no clamp lift is required.
Slip Sheet Unloading: Yes, supported at this location.
Strategic Location
Situated in Löhne, near major German transport corridors, XDES provides convenient access to highways connecting to Hanover, Bielefeld, and Dortmund. Its location makes it ideal for nationwide distribution and regional fulfillment within western Germany.
Operational Specifications for XDES
To meet Amazon’s strict inbound standards, your shipments must follow these operational guidelines:
Booking and Hours
- Bookings must be made at least 24 hours in advance via Carrier Central.
- Receiving Hours:
- Monday to Friday: 06:00 – 18:00.
Vehicle Requirements
Palletised Deliveries Accepted:
7.5‑tonne trucks
Articulated vehicles
Loose Loaded Parcels Accepted:
Sprinters
Transit vans
Private Vehicles: Not permitted for inbound deliveries
Other Accepted Vehicles:
Flatbed trucks
Vehicles under 7.5 tonnes
Drag & drop trailers
Double‑deck trailers
Tail lifts
Cargo & Pallet Preparation
Pallet Standards: Only 800 x 1,200 mm Euro/CHEP pallets are accepted. Pallets must be GMA Grade B or higher and heat-treated to ISPM-15 standards for international shipments.
Height & Weight: * Maximum height: 1.8 m (single stack). Double-stacked pallets are permitted up to 3.0 m (total height including pallets) if safe to unload.
Maximum weight: 500 kg per pallet.
Stacking & Stability: Boxes must be securely stretch-wrapped in clear plastic (black/opaque wrap is grounds for rejection). Wrap at least three times around the pallet base. Cargo must remain stable after the wrap is removed.
Box & Labeling Requirements
Box Dimensions & Weight: * No side may exceed 63.5 cm (unless the item itself is larger).
Max weight per box: 23 kg.
Heavy Package Warning: Boxes exceeding 15 kg must be marked "Heavy Package" on both the top and sides.
Labeling Precision: * Use laser printers only (inkjet barcodes often smudge and become unscannable).
Place labels at least 3 cm from edges and never over a seam or tape.
Every box and pallet must carry a unique, valid FNSKU or shipping label. Mixed SKU pallets must be clearly marked as "Mixed Merchandise" or "Mixed SKUs".
Mastering the XDES Logistics Corridor
Success at a high-volume northwestern gateway like Löhne requires a logistics strategy built for speed and cross-border agility. FLEX. equips your business with the exact infrastructure needed to thrive in the Ostwestfalen region by directly answering your most pressing operational challenges.
- How can you ensure your international freight passes XDES’s strict automated intake? Our FBA prep center Germany intercepts your cargo to correct pallet dimensions, stabilize loads, and ensure flawless SSCC labeling. This critical reconfiguration protects your shipments from costly gate rejections upon arrival.
- What is the most reliable way to secure a delivery slot at the Löhne terminal? Through our forwarding to Amazon in Germany service, we take full control of the final transit leg. We manage the rigid Carrier Central scheduling and deploy specialized transport that complies with every administrative and physical requirement of the XDES docks.
- Can you manage multi-channel orders alongside your primary Amazon FBA volume? Absolutely. With our B2C & B2B Fulfillment service Germany, we pick, pack, and ship webshop orders directly to customers across Germany and the Benelux region, ensuring uniform delivery excellence from a single, centralized inventory pool in Northwestern Germany.
- How do you stay ahead of shifting logistics protocols across the Amazon network? By leveraging our comprehensive Amazon Fulfillment Centers directory. This vital resource allows you to monitor evolving site requirements and strategically balance your inventory routing from your Löhne anchor to other distribution nodes across the continent.
How FLEX. Can Help
Establishing your logistics presence in Löhne means capitalizing on one of Germany's most vital East-West transport arteries. At FLEX., we act as your dedicated operational vanguard in North Rhine-Westphalia, ensuring your inventory transitions seamlessly from international transit directly into the high-speed XDES ecosystem.
We absorb the heavy administrative and physical complexities of Amazon compliance, transforming potential supply chain bottlenecks into a distinct competitive advantage. Whether you are routing container freight from the Dutch coast or managing a complex domestic replenishment cycle, we provide the localized precision and robust staging infrastructure necessary to keep your goods moving flawlessly.
Take control of your regional distribution. Contact FLEX. today to build an unstoppable, high-velocity logistics engine in Northwestern Germany.
