The Wildberries company opened a facility in St. Petersburg on January 13. A verdict was reached confirming that the burned warehouse in Shushary complies with urban planning regulations and safety requirements. This update was reported by RBC in the initial briefing.
During a recent commission visit, representatives from the department verified that the building aligns with the approved design documents and checked the operation of warning systems and fire suppression equipment. Practical tests were also conducted to validate performance under simulated conditions.
Wildberries also confirms its ongoing operations in St. Petersburg while noting that the St. Petersburg State Construction Inspection Agency concluded that the Shushary warehouse meets all mandatory standards.
Earlier, Vyacheslav Zakharov, acting head of the regional State Construction Inspection Service, stated that the Shushary facility where the January 13 fire occurred had been operated without a formal permit and not put into operation. He emphasized that operations should not have continued without the proper documentation.
On January 13 in St. Petersburg, a major fire engulfed one of Wildberries warehouses, destroying equipment, goods, and personal belongings of staff. The incident caused substantial damage, estimated at 10 billion rubles, according to initial assessments reported by local media.
An employee who previously worked at the burned warehouse recalled the events during the evacuation and described the pressure of the moment as the building was evacuated and safety systems were activated in response to the emergency.
Industry observers note that the case highlights the importance of strict permitting processes, ongoing compliance verification, and robust safety systems in large-scale logistics centers. Regulators in St. Petersburg and beyond have signaled a renewed focus on ensuring that operations meet all required approvals before resuming activity after incidents. The financial impact underscores the need for precise risk management and resilient emergency response protocols for major e commerce fulfillment facilities. Analysts point out that Shushary serves as a critical node in Wildberries’ regional network, and stability in this location is closely watched by investors and market watchers. In the wake of the event, the company has reiterated its commitment to safety audits, corrective actions, and transparent communication with authorities and employees. Observers expect further updates as investigations progress and the regulatory review completes the formal process of permitting and compliance verification for all affected properties.