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FLEX. Logistics
We provide logistics services to online retailers in Europe: Amazon FBA prep, processing FBA removal orders, forwarding to Fulfillment Centers - both FBA and Vendor shipments.
The EBLG facility, located in Grâce-Hollogne near Liège, serves as a cornerstone of Amazon’s logistics network in the Benelux region. Strategically positioned within the "Golden Triangle" (Paris-Amsterdam-Frankfurt), its proximity to the Liège Airport (LGG) and the E42 and E25 motorways ensures seamless high-velocity distribution across Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany. EBLG is essential for brands looking to anchor their presence in Western Europe’s most densely populated consumer markets.
Amazon EBLG at a Glance
To ensure your inbound shipments to Amazon EBLG are processed quickly and efficiently, take note of these key specifications:
FC Code: EBLG
Full Address: Rue Saint Exupéry 14 Grâce-hollogne, 4460 Belgium
- Booking System: All inbound shipments must be registered via Amazon Carrier Central
- Pallet Exchange: Yes, available for all shipment times
- Deep Sea Imports: No, not accepted at this facility
- Slip Sheet Unloading: Not supported at EBLG
Strategic Location
Situated in Liège (Grâce-Hollogne), EBLG benefits from its status as a premier multimodal hub. Its direct access to the E42 motorway provides an immediate link to Namur and Charleroi, while the E25 connects the facility to Maastricht and Luxembourg. This central position within the Meuse-Rhine Euroregion makes EBLG a tactical gateway for Amazon’s inbound flows, allowing international sellers to bypass the congestion of larger ports while maintaining rapid access to the heart of the European fulfillment network.
Operational Specifications for EBLG
Success at the EBLG facility in Grâce-Hollogne, situated at the heart of the Liège logistics Golden Triangle, requires seamless alignment with high-velocity air-and-road transit protocols.
Booking and Hours
Appointments: Must be made at least 24 hours in advance via Carrier Central
Receiving Hours:
Monday – Friday: 05:00 – 14:00 & 17:00 - 23:59
- Delays: Deliveries must arrive on time. If a delay exceeds 30 minutes, the appointment must be rescheduled.
Vehicle Requirements
Palletised Deliveries Accepted:
7.5‑tonne trucks
Articulated vehicles
Swap bodies
Loose Loaded Parcels Accepted:
Sprinters
Transit vans
Private Vehicles: Not permitted for inbound deliveries
Other Accepted Vehicles:
Flatbed trucks
Vehicles under 7.5 tonnes
Drag & drop trailers
Double‑deck trailers
Tail lifts
Cargo & Pallet Preparation
Pallet Standards: Only 800 x 1,200 mm Euro/CHEP pallets are accepted. Pallets must be GMA Grade B or higher and heat-treated to ISPM-15 standards for international shipments.
Height & Weight: * Maximum height: 1.8 m (single stack). Double-stacked pallets are permitted up to 3.0 m (total height including pallets) if safe to unload.
Maximum weight: 500 kg per pallet.
Stacking & Stability: Boxes must be securely stretch-wrapped in clear plastic (black/opaque wrap is grounds for rejection). Wrap at least three times around the pallet base. Cargo must remain stable after the wrap is removed.
Box & Labeling Requirements
Box Dimensions & Weight: * No side may exceed 63.5 cm (unless the item itself is larger).
Max weight per box: 23 kg.
Heavy Package Warning: Boxes exceeding 15 kg must be marked "Heavy Package" on both the top and sides.
Labeling Precision: * Use laser printers only (inkjet barcodes often smudge and become unscannable).
Place labels at least 3 cm from edges and never over a seam or tape.
Every box and pallet must carry a unique, valid FNSKU or shipping label. Mixed SKU pallets must be clearly marked as "Mixed Merchandise" or "Mixed SKUs".
Mastering the Benelux Gateway: Logistics Support for EBLG
While your inventory flows through the heart of Europe, the specific demands of the Liège logistics hub require a partner who prioritizes precision over speed. FLEX. serves as your operational anchor in the region, ensuring that your goods are prepared for the high-intensity environment of the EBLG facility. To optimize your Belgian supply chain, focus on these core pillars:
Centralized European Staging: To combat the volatility of intake windows in the Belgian network, our pre-Amazon storage serves as a strategic reservoir. By holding your stock in our facilities across Germany or Poland and injecting it into EBLG only when your storage limits and appointment slots allow, you avoid the high costs of regional overage fees and keep your IPI scores optimized.
Precision Audit for Rapid Intake: The EBLG docks operate on a high-velocity schedule where there is zero margin for labeling errors. Our Amazon FBA Prep services include a total audit of your SKU markings and pallet stabilization. We ensure that every unit is "receive-ready," allowing Amazon’s automated systems to scan and stow your inventory immediately upon arrival, effectively bypassing the "black hole" of administrative delays.
Cross-Border Logistics Synchronization: Navigating the dense transport corridors surrounding Liège requires professional coordination. Our forwarding to Amazon solutions manage the transit from our hubs directly to Grâce-Hollogne, ensuring that your carriers are fully compliant with EBLG’s site-specific safety regulations and gate-entry protocols.
To keep your supply chain agile, leverage our comprehensive Amazon Fulfillment Centers directory to track evolving intake protocols and optimize stock positioning across your European network.
How FLEX. Can Help
FLEX. serves as a professional European checkpoint for brands targeting the EBLG facility in Liège. Utilizing our advanced operational network in Poland, Germany, and France, we prepare your inventory to meet the rigorous requirements of the Benelux region before it enters the final delivery stage. We specialize in verifying that every pallet and carton is configured to safety and height specifications before it departs from our staging hubs, effectively shielding your business from the logistical nightmare of a "Return to Sender" at the Grâce-Hollogne gate.
Contact our team today to discuss how our European infrastructure can stabilize your global expansion into Belgium and the wider EU market.
