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Logistics company Evri set to trial autonomous guided vehicles in its Rugby, UK hub

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Evri Group is looking to lead the way in innovation and automation as “the UK’s premier parcel delivery company” and has taken the next step on its robotics journey as it has announced it is trialling two automated guided vehicles (AGVs) at its Rugby hub, marking the first step in what Evri is calling “under the roof” robotics.

Currently, Evri has workers moving cages or pallets with cardboard in from one end of the hub to another all day, every day.

The introduction of these robotic vehicles means they can pick up the load, and as a growing business, investing in robotics like this allows existing workers to be redistributed to more productive and meaningful tasks to meet the growing demands of increased parcel volumes as well as being upskilled to become robot handlers. [Read more…] about Logistics company Evri set to trial autonomous guided vehicles in its Rugby, UK hub

Honeywell to sell warehouse automation business Intelligrated and Transnorm as portfolio overhaul continues

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Honeywell has agreed to sell its Warehouse and Workflow Solutions (WWS) business – which operates under the Intelligrated and Transnorm brands – to American Industrial Partners in an all-cash transaction, as part of a wider restructuring of its automation portfolio. 

The financial terms of the sale were not disclosed.

The deal, expected to close in the second half of 2026, follows closely on the company’s recent agreement to divest its Productivity Solutions and Services (PSS) division to Brady Corporation for $1.4 billion.

Together, the two transactions mark a decisive step in Honeywell’s multi-year effort to simplify its business and sharpen its focus on core automation technologies. [Read more…] about Honeywell to sell warehouse automation business Intelligrated and Transnorm as portfolio overhaul continues

Humble Robotics emerges from stealth to bring autonomous electric haulers to real-world freight

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Humble Robotics has emerged from stealth with what it describes as a “revolutionary new vehicle”: a fully autonomous, cabless, electric hauler designed for cost-efficient freight transportation.

The company also revealed it has raised $24 million in seed funding, led by Eclipse with additional participation by Energy Impact Partners and others.

The Humble Hauler is an entirely new take on the classic tractor-trailer combo, designed from the ground up with modern technology. [Read more…] about Humble Robotics emerges from stealth to bring autonomous electric haulers to real-world freight

Robots on demand: Why robotics-as-a-service on its own won’t solve warehouse automation

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By Kevin Price, logistics consultant, Dematic

Supply chains are under intense pressure due to constantly shifting order volumes and increased customer expectations, which has made effective management essential.

At the same time, rising operational costs are pushing many warehouse operators to test new ways of running their businesses.

To meet this challenge many organisations have turned to on-demand robotics-as-a-service (RaaS) and warehouse-as-a-service (WaaS), particularly small and midsized operators. [Read more…] about Robots on demand: Why robotics-as-a-service on its own won’t solve warehouse automation

How to Cut Parcel Damage in Automated Fulfillment

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To stop automated fulfillment lines, which will account for 85% of all warehousing nationally by 2030, from shredding your margins, you have to look at the physics of the floor.

Damage in a robotized environment isn’t usually about a single “drop” incident; it is a cumulative result of high-velocity vibration, G-force shifts during AMR acceleration, and rigid sorting hardware that lacks a human touch. [Read more…] about How to Cut Parcel Damage in Automated Fulfillment

DeepWay raises $310 million in pre-IPO funding to scale electric and autonomous trucking

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DeepWay, a developer of intelligent new energy heavy-duty trucks and smart freight solutions, has closed the second tranche of its Pre-IPO financing, bringing the total raised in the Pre-IPO phase to $310 million ahead of a planned IPO.

The latest tranche was led by Stone Venture, with participation from NGS Super and Xiamen Guosheng Fund, while existing investors including ABC Impact and Nanjing Ronghe Venture Capital increased their investment.

The proceeds will support the company’s core operations, continued technology development, and global business expansion. [Read more…] about DeepWay raises $310 million in pre-IPO funding to scale electric and autonomous trucking

Peak Technologies partners with Jacobi Robotics to deliver next-generation mixed-case palletizing automation

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Peak Technologies, a provider of smart technologies, automated supply chain and mobile workforce solutions, is proud to announce its partnership with Jacobi Robotics. The collaboration brings AI-powered mixed-case palletizing to complex warehouses and distribution centers.

Using the Jacobi OmniPalletizer – a physical AI platform – the need for upstream buffering, sorting and sequencing can be eliminated, driving unmatched operational efficiency.

Combined with Peak Technologies’ deep expertise in enterprise technology integration, the turnkey solution can be deployed rapidly without disruptions to active workflows. [Read more…] about Peak Technologies partners with Jacobi Robotics to deliver next-generation mixed-case palletizing automation

Interview with Volvo Autonomous Solutions: Driverless trucks are upon us

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As the global logistics industry grapples with persistent driver shortages, rising operating costs, and increasing pressure to improve efficiency, autonomous trucking is beginning to move beyond promise and into early-stage commercial reality.

For much of the past decade, the technology has been described as “almost ready” – a phrase that has invited both optimism and skepticism.

Today, that characterization is starting to shift. Autonomous trucks are now hauling real freight on public roads, albeit within limited routes and often still under human supervision, marking a transitional phase between pilot programs and true large-scale deployment. [Read more…] about Interview with Volvo Autonomous Solutions: Driverless trucks are upon us

Thule centralises its European distribution with a new automated warehouse in Poland

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Swedish multinational Thule, a manufacturer of products designed for active lifestyles and outdoor enthusiasts, has entrusted Mecalux with optimising its European supply chain.

The company is set to build a state-of-the-art automated warehouse in Krzyż Wielkopolski (Poland) to centralise its European product range while also serving other international markets.

With a well-established network spanning 138 markets, this logistics automation will boost Thule’s competitiveness. [Read more…] about Thule centralises its European distribution with a new automated warehouse in Poland

Why Automation Systems Fail Without Weather Intelligence

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The Hidden Dependency in Automation Systems

Automation systems are designed for precision, consistency, and minimal human intervention. From autonomous robots navigating complex environments to logistics platforms optimizing delivery routes, these systems rely on constant data inputs to function effectively.

Sensors, cameras, and machine learning models often receive most of the attention, since they are seen as the core technologies behind automated decision-making.

Yet many automation systems still fail in ways that appear unpredictable. A delivery robot pauses unexpectedly. A drone reroutes inefficiently. A scheduling system miscalculates timing. In many cases, the root cause is neither mechanical nor algorithmic. It is environmentally friendly. [Read more…] about Why Automation Systems Fail Without Weather Intelligence