The CHAMP (Chewy Autonomous Mobile Picking) Challenge, created by Chewy and MassRobotics, tasked global robotics teams with solving one of warehouse automation’s toughest problems: autonomously picking large, heavy, and deformable items in tight, dynamic environments. [Read more…] about MassRobotics and Chewy select winners of innovation awards
AI in logistics
How Autonomous Trucks Are Changing Logistics: Pros And Cons
Due to rapid advancements in technology, the trucking industry is currently undergoing a profound transformation, most recently through the introduction of autonomous trucks.
Just last May 2025, these driverless vehicles began operating regular long-haul routes between Dallas and Houston, completing 1,200 miles without a human inside.
This achievement showcases the advances in autonomous vehicle technology while also solidifying the trust and reliability in machines to navigate the complexities of long-haul transportation safely. [Read more…] about How Autonomous Trucks Are Changing Logistics: Pros And Cons
Navigating the ‘messy middle’: Safety and compliance considerations for autonomous fleet transition
By Glen Mitchell, head of product management, Powerfleet
The transformation from traditional driver-operated trucks to fully autonomous vehicles isn’t happening overnight.
Instead, fleet operators find themselves navigating what industry experts call the “messy middle” – a complex transition period where human drivers, semi-autonomous systems, and emerging regulations intersect in unpredictable ways.
Recent milestones underscore the rapid evolution of this landscape. Aurora Innovation launched America’s first commercial driverless truck operations on Texas highways in May 2025, completing over 1,200 miles without a safety driver. [Read more…] about Navigating the ‘messy middle’: Safety and compliance considerations for autonomous fleet transition
Ambi Robotics sells out of AmbiStack systems as ‘Fortune 500 customer demand accelerates’
Ambi Robotics, a developer of AI-powered robotic sorting and stacking solutions for warehouse operations, says its latest product, AmbiStack, is “sold out for 2025 following strong market demand from Fortune 500 shipping and logistics customers”.
Since being introduced to the market in January, AmbiStack has received significant interest from leading logistics companies who are ready to embrace next-generation AI technologies that drive increased throughput and multiply productivity across operations.
Initial customer deployments of the robotic systems begin mid-year, with 2025 inventory “fully reserved”, according to the company. [Read more…] about Ambi Robotics sells out of AmbiStack systems as ‘Fortune 500 customer demand accelerates’
GreyOrange selects enVista to join its certified partner network
GreyOrange, a provider of warehouse automation software and robots, has agreed a partnership with enVista, a supply chain and enterprise solutions provider.
enVista joins GreyOrange’s Certified Partner Network of system integrators providing custom automation and store solutions powered by GreyOrange software.
With this partnership, supply chain and retail leaders will benefit from enVista’s proven and industry-trusted implementation, integration and deployment consulting services for GreyOrange’s GreyMatter and gStore Software as a Service (SaaS) applications. [Read more…] about GreyOrange selects enVista to join its certified partner network
UPS explores use of humanoid robots from Figure AI to alleviate problems caused by labor shortages
UPS, one of the world’s largest logistics companies, is in talks with robotics startup Figure AI to explore the potential deployment of humanoid robots in its logistics operations, according to Bloomberg, in what could become a significant milestone in warehouse automation.
The robots under discussion are Figure AI’s flagship model, the Figure 02 – a bipedal, AI-powered humanoid standing 5 feet 6 inches tall and capable of lifting up to 20 kilograms.
Designed to operate in environments built for humans, the robot is intended to perform physically repetitive tasks such as lifting, sorting, and transporting packages. [Read more…] about UPS explores use of humanoid robots from Figure AI to alleviate problems caused by labor shortages
Superior Communications installs 37 Brightpick robots at Tennessee facility
Brightpick, a provider of warehouse automation solutions for order fulfillment, has installed 37 Autopicker multi-purpose robots at Superior Communications, a North American distributor of mobile accessories, to automate their distribution center in LaVergne, Tennessee.
The fleet of Autopicker robots will handle all aspects of the fulfillment process, from picking and buffering orders of screen protectors, phone cases, accessories, and telecommunication equipment, to consolidating and dispatching shipments to retail stores.
The robots will be rolled out in two phases to ensure optimal integration. Phase one will introduce 19 Autopickers into Superior’s operations this summer. [Read more…] about Superior Communications installs 37 Brightpick robots at Tennessee facility