DB Schenker Canada has been confirmed as the official operator for Porsche’s Mississauga, Ontario-based parts distribution center, representing the logistics company’s third parts distribution centre (PDC) collaboration with the automaker. The collaboration confirms an overall reduction in parts lead time as Porsche previously received their spare parts and lifestyle goods from U.S.-based PDCs.

“The faster we can do repairs and get our customers’ cars back on the road again, the better,” says George Fremis, Manager, Parts Operations & Logistics, Porsche Cars Canada, Ltd. “DB Schenker understands that mentality and our brand. That’s why they were a great fit for this new facility.”

DB Schenker Canada will provide support in the parts storage and inventory management, picking and packing, and final destination dispatch in Canadian regions. Reports confirmed the logistics company will operate 140,000 square feet of the facility’s 176,000 square feet. The remaining space will be utilized for a national training center, test vehicle storage, with talks of a“Porsche Classic Café” for hosting customers and highlighting the Porsche brand’s innovations.

Porsche is no stranger to partnerships with DB Schenker, however. The automaker is currently collaborating with the leading logistics company in China and South Korea. DB Schenker’s leading expertise and broad range of capabilities, specifically in automotive logistics is credited for the ongoing collaborations and confidence between the companies.

“DB Schenker presented the PDC solution that was comprehensive and that made the most sense for us,” Fremis said.

“They understood the service levels that we needed to achieve, and even brought in the project manager from the Porsche South Korea implementation to support our project,” he added.

“Our team in Canada is thrilled to be part of Porsche’s growing global network. We recognize our role as a crucial link to improve the “Driver Experience” by delivering world-class service. Ultimately, we intend to deliver on our mission to become our clients most trusted and valued supply chain partner.” says Brad
Samson, Site Manager DB Schenker Canada.