PingProperties signs long-term lease with Batenburg JB Systems for S-DOCK in Schiedam

21-01-2025

PingProperties recently signed a 10-year lease with Batenburg JB Systems for office space of approx. 1,254 m2 and 28 parking spaces in its office building known as S-DOCK in Schiedam. Following the renovation in mid-2025 Batenburg JB Systems will occupy the entire 11th and 12th floors.

The office building has a striking design and is situated at Karel Doormanweg 66 in Schiedam, right next to the A4 motorway. The building has 12 floors, with a lettable floor area of 8,830 m2 and an indoor car park for some 182 cars.

S-DOCK
Due to the announced departure of SBM Offshore last year, PingProperties has repositioned the office building under a new name: S-DOCK (www.s-dock.nl). PingProperties anticipates considerable letting potential in this striking building, combining spacious floor areas with a high level of sustainability and quality that is rarely found in the district. S-DOCK will be transformed into a sustainable building with a modern appearance and a strong brand identity that is extremely easy to reach by public transport and car. The office building will soon meet the highest sustainability standards: Energy label A++ and BREEAM In-use Very Good, but also stand out in terms of its design and functionality. There will be a reception desk, coffee bar, restaurant and formal and informal meeting rooms on the communal ground floor. The new outdoor terrace will be a pleasant area to relax in and bring people together.

Sander Rovers (Investment Manager – PingProperties): ‘This kind of high-quality office building, strategically located right next to the motorway and served by excellent public transport, is regarded as the future of the Dutch office market. The demand for such buildings continues to grow, both domestically and internationally, as long as the requirements of today and the future regarding ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance), accessibility and general quality are met. In response to this growing demand, PingProperties has developed a targeted strategy to transform the building into the market leader in the district. The office floors offer plenty of flexibility in their layout, with breathtaking 360-degree views across the port of Rotterdam/Schiedam/Vlaardingen on one side and the skyline of Rotterdam in the other direction.’

Raoul Molenkamp (Managing Director – Batenburg JB Systems): ‘Crucial for us were the sustainability and location of the building, with views of our offshore activities. It is also centrally located for our employees, as well as our customers in search of industrial automation (PLC/SCADA /DCS).’

PingProperties was advised on the lease of S-DOCK by MADE Real Estate, De Mik Real Estate Partners and CBRE. De Lobel & Partners – real estate experts acted on behalf of Batenburg.

About Batenburg JB Systems
As part of Batenburg Techniek, Batenburg JB Systems delivers industrial automation solutions around the world for customers in machine construction, offshore and the process industry. It focuses on complex industrial processes and offers high-quality, cutting-edge solutions. With more than twenty years of experience and 70 highly experienced engineers, its clients can benefit from a vast range of knowledge and expertise!

Batenburg Techniek is a technology company with impact. With the slogan Smarter focus Brighter tomorrow the Batenburg companies work on a sustainable future by improving existing technology and facilitating new technology, targeting Automation and Electrification.