Supermarket giant Mercadona has begun construction of its first warehouse in Mallorca dedicated exclusively to online shopping orders as part of a major expansion of its digital delivery operations on the island.

The new logistics centre, internally known by the company as a “Colmena” or “Beehive”, is being built in Palma with an investment of €19.5 million and is expected to open in 2027.

More than 25 suppliers are participating in the project, which will create around 150 jobs during the construction phase alone.

Mercadona expands digital delivery operations

The future warehouse will cover more than 14,000 square metres and is expected to employ over 200 workers once operational, including delivery drivers and staff responsible for preparing online shopping orders.

Mercadona already offers home delivery services in several municipalities across Mallorca, including Palma, Calvia, Llucmajor, Inca and Santanyi. Currently, many online orders are prepared directly from existing supermarkets.

The company says the new facility will significantly improve efficiency, speed and organisation while helping meet growing demand for home deliveries across the island.

Dedicated “Colmena” centres are already operating successfully in several mainland Spanish cities and form part of Mercadona’s wider strategy to modernise its online shopping infrastructure.

Growing demand for online shopping

Online grocery shopping has continued growing steadily in Mallorca in recent years, particularly as more residents and international homeowners increasingly rely on delivery services for convenience.

Mercadona explained that the investment reflects changing shopping habits and the company’s commitment to improving customer service and logistics operations.

The new warehouse is also expected to reduce pressure on existing supermarkets by separating physical shopping from online order preparation.

Mercadona remains one of Spain’s largest supermarket chains and continues expanding its logistics and technology infrastructure throughout the country.

The Mallorca project highlights the growing importance of e-commerce and home delivery services on the island, particularly as population growth and tourism continue increasing demand for efficient retail distribution systems.