Amazon AWD Expands to Europe: Fix Your Peak Season Inventory
Amazon is changing the rules for international sellers. Starting August 20, 2026, Amazon Warehousing and Distribution (AWD) expands into Europe. The program now covers Germany, France, Italy, Spain, and the United Kingdom.
If you sell across the Atlantic, you now have a massive logistical advantage. AWD uses bulk storage and automatic replenishments to keep your inventory stocked. It keeps your listings Prime-eligible. It keeps your inbound freight on track right through the peak season rush.
Pair AWD with Amazon Global Logistics (AGL)
You can run AWD alone. You get better results when you pair it with Amazon Global Logistics.
AGL provides all-inclusive ocean freight directly into the Amazon network. Combining the two systems unlocks up to a 10 percent savings on your costs.
You pay a predictable flat rate. Amazon requires zero long-term commitments for storage. You drop the container at the origin port, and Amazon handles the rest.
Stop manual restocking
Managing FBA limits manually destroys your margins. You either pay heavy storage fees for overstocking or lose your search ranking from a stockout.
AWD eliminates manual restocking. The system monitors your FBA inventory levels and automatically feeds new stock into the fulfillment centers to keep levels optimal. This drastically reduces your risk of facing a stockout during Q4.
Manage your European expansion with A2Z Supply Chain
Setting up eligibility and enrollment for European AWD takes precision. A2Z Supply Chain handles the setup.
Logistics: We coordinate your factory output directly with AGL so your ocean freight hits Amazon's receiving windows perfectly.
Inventory planning: We forecast your demand across the UK, Germany, France, Italy, and Spain so you send the exact right volume into AWD.
Round-the-clock support: Our ops pod works 24/7 on Slack to monitor your auto-replenishments and catch any Amazon receiving errors instantly.