Loading & Unloading Canopies for DPD Newcastle
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  • Loading & Unloading Canopies for DPD Newcastle

Loading & Unloading Canopies for DPD Newcastle

Temporary Buildings in Northern England

Project Brief

DPD approached Lauralu UK & Ireland to design and install a canopy solution for their busy Newcastle depot. 

The aim was to create a dry and safe environment for van drivers to load goods, especially during poor weather. 

The structure needed to cover as many loading bays as possible – without interrupting daily operations or attaching to the existing warehouse building.

Client Challenges

  • Frequent weather damage to goods and uncomfortable
  • Inefficient working conditions
  • Valuable indoor warehouse space being used to load vans
  • Requirement for a cost-effective, modular canopy system
  • Structural limitations – no ability to physically attach to the existing building
This project showcases Lauralu’s ability to deliver non-invasive, weatherproof loading bay canopies designed for logistics operations in Northern England.
  • Client: DPD
  • Sector: Logistics & Warehousing
  • Location: Newcastle, North East – England
  • Product Type: Loading and Unloading Canopies
  • Purchase option: Sale
  • Size: 575m2

Lauralu’s Solution

Lauralu designed and delivered a custom set of industrial-grade loading canopies built to suit the site layout, maximise coverage, and maintain weather protection without requiring permanent building connection.

Canopies Supplied

2x
20m x 10m x H5m
2x
15m x 5m x H5m
1x
20m x 5m x H5m
1x
22.5m x 5m x H5m

Results & Impact

  • Frequent weather damage to goods and uncomfortable
  • Vans now load in a dry, safe, and protected area
  • Indoor warehouse space freed up for other operational needs
  • Demonstrated success that can be replicated across other UK DPD sites

Single Partner

As we own the whole process, you only ever need to
come to us for design, manufacture, build and
maintenance.

Cost effective

Temporary buildings are up to 30% cheaper than
brick-and-mortar on average, making for a better
investment.

14 days or less

We can have your building up and running in 14 days
or less, meaning less downtime for you!

Waterproof & secure

Our temporary buildings are highly secure and fully
weatherproof, designed to protect your assets at all
times.

Lauralu in the North East

This installation strengthens Lauralu’s presence in Newcastle, serving logistics businesses across North East England and the wider Northern England region. Our modular canopy systems offer flexible, scalable shelter that helps businesses grow without expanding their permanent footprint.

Why DPD Chose Lauralu?

DPD selected Lauralu based on our reputation for delivering fast, flexible, and non-disruptive canopy solutions tailored for the logistics sector. Our ability to install without affecting infrastructure was key to project success.

 

Additional Features

  • Gable triangles and side walls for enhanced shelter
  • Custom flashing to butt against the building for optimal sealing
  • Installation without penetrating or altering the existing structure
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