PPA starts its own demo fields with seed onions in Dronten
The expansion is getting closer and closer to the final phase.
While we are fully engaged in the finishing of the first phase, the start of the second phase is also well underway. We aim to put the entire new building into use in early 2027: a modern expansion that will give us more storage capacity and, above all, more flexibility.
We started the expansion of our location in Dronten at the end of 2025. Two old estate barns made way for a new storage warehouse, which is being built in two phases. In total, there will be six storage cells for crate storage of onions, equipped with modern condensation drying systems. Furthermore, the new warehouse will be equipped with a storage line, allowing us to store in and out quickly and flexibly.
Part 1: the finishing touches are in sight
At the moment, we are working at full capacity on fine-tuning Part 1 of the new building. The main lines are in place, so attention is now primarily focused on the interior finishing. This is an exciting phase, as it makes it increasingly clear what the final onion center will look like.
The new layout has been deliberately designed for an efficient way of working. For example, we will soon be able to load and/or unload a trailer with a bottom discharge and crates in a single pass. Additionally, the onions are immediately cleaned of foreign matter, such as weeds, clods, and stones, during storage.
Part 2: the next phase has started
While the final work on Part 1 is taking place inside, work on Part 2 is in full swing outside. The concrete will be poured in August. This will be followed by, among other things, the reinforcement and the further construction of the second part of the new building.
With this expansion, we are significantly increasing our storage capacity. That is important, because the demand for storage continues to grow. At the same time, extra storage gives us the room to better handle peaks and switch more flexibly towards both growers and buyers.
A next step for PPA
The decision to further expand in Dronten aligns with the development of our activities in the Netherlands and abroad. From Dronten, our logistics location is favorable in relation to the growing onion cultivation in Groningen and Drenthe, among other regions. The additional storage capacity helps us to work even more efficiently and customer-focused from this location.
We expect to complete the entire new construction in early 2027. With this, we are taking another significant step in the further development of PPA. Not only by creating more space, but above all by ensuring we can continue to serve our growers and customers flexibly in the future.
Curious about what this expansion could mean for you? Please feel free to contact us. We would be happy to tell you more about our storage options and what PPA can do for your batch.