PetterSteel Completed the Sheet Metal Works for DHL’s New Logistics Centre
DHL Express’s new logistics centre in the Vantaa Airport area was completed in July 2025, with Meijou Oy serving as the project's main contractor. The project was significant in scale. With a gross floor area of approximately 16,000 m², the facility serves as DHL’s main sorting centre in Finland.
PetterSteel was responsible for all sheet metal works for the building, from manufacturing through to installation. The scope of work included overhead doors, pedestrian doors, interior doors, façades, and interior finishing details.
“Originally, our work was limited to the flashing details around pedestrian and overhead doors, but the scope of the contract eventually expanded significantly. In total, we supplied and installed more than 3.2 kilometres of flashing profiles for the project, primarily for interior applications,” says Jani Paukkeri, Site Manager at PetterSteel.
Some of the flashing profiles were delivered painted in DHL’s corporate colours, providing the finishing touch to the building’s appearance.
A Reliable Partner for a Major Project
In large construction projects, reliability and consistent adherence to schedules are essential. Equally important are proactive planning, the ability to respond quickly to site requirements, and the capability to manage the project from start to finish. Once again, these objectives were achieved through PetterSteel’s systematic service model.
“The cooperation went very well. Communication was straightforward, and everything progressed as agreed. Scheduling and practical arrangements were handled flexibly, and the overall approach was professional, reliable, and well organized. The team responded quickly to the needs of the site. Overall, we were left with a very positive impression of both the project and the way it was carried out,” says Erno Eloranta, Site Manager at Meijou Oy.
A Major Construction Project Built to Modern Standards
DHL is one of the world’s largest logistics and courier companies. Operating in more than 220 countries and territories, it has the most extensive logistics networks in the world.
It is therefore no surprise that the new logistics centre was designed and built in accordance with modern sustainability principles. The facility has achieved an Energy Class A rating and is targeting LEED Platinum certification as well as a BREEAM Excellent rating. The building includes more than 10 kilometres of geothermal wells and approximately 3,000 square metres of solar panels, among other energy-efficient solutions.
Developed by the main contractor Meijou Oy, the logistics centre employs approximately 150 people and occupies a strategically important location in the immediate vicinity of Helsinki Airport.
“Meijou was a new partner for us in installations in the Helsinki metropolitan area, and it was great to work with them on this project. The cooperation was smooth throughout, and the project left us with a very positive impression. We would like to thank the entire Meijou team, and hopefully we will have the opportunity to work together again soon,” Paukkeri concludes.
Photos: Meijou Oy