As the renewable energy sector continues to scale, so do the logistical demands surrounding it. Our head of Warehousing Operations, Bryan Jordan discusses one trend gaining momentum in the warehousing and logistics space – the increased need for long-term storage—typically one year or more. At Logisticus Group, we’re adapting to meet this evolving demand head-on, offering smart, scalable warehousing solutions that help clients remain agile, efficient, and ready to deploy.
The Shift: Why Long-Term Storage Is on the Rise
Long-term storage isn’t just about finding a place to park equipment—it’s becoming a strategic tool for project planning and supply chain stability. Several factors are driving this shift:
- Project Delays & Permitting Challenges: Construction timelines are fluid. Projects may get delayed due to permitting, environmental regulations, or site readiness. Long-term storage gives developers a place to ensure their equipment is secure and accessible when needed.
- Global Supply Chain Disruptions: Companies are ordering key components earlier than ever before to mitigate shipping delays and production slowdowns. Having a secure place to store these materials long-term is now a necessity.
- Batch Ordering for Cost Savings: Buying in bulk can drive down costs—but it also creates the need for scalable, flexible storage options that don’t hold up project timelines.
What Long-Term Storage Really Requires
Not all warehouse space is created equal—especially when it comes to storing renewable energy components like wind turbine blades, solar panels, or large power transformers. Long-term storage requires:
- Specialized Handling & Climate Considerations
- Security & Asset Tracking
- Inventory Management & Scheduled Access
- Proximity to Transportation Infrastructure
How Logisticus Group Delivers
We’ve designed our warehousing strategy around what the renewable energy industry truly needs:
- Strategically located storage yards and/or warehouse facilities near major railways, ports, and project sites
- Heavy-lift and oversize handling capabilities
- End-to-end inventory visibility and on-demand reporting
- Engineering and route feasibility planning so stored items are ready to move when you are
Future-Proofing Your Supply Chain
The days of just-in-time delivery are evolving. Today’s energy leaders are looking for partners who can help them plan for uncertainty, store smarter, and execute when the time is right.
At Logisticus Group, we’re proud to be one of those partners. Whether you’re managing a multi-phase wind project, navigating delays, or need a reliable storage solution for large-scale equipment, we can help you design a plan that works long-term.
Let’s talk storage strategy. Contact us to learn more about long-term storage solutions and how we’re helping renewable energy clients stay a step ahead.