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Lyreco automates French logistics hub with Exotec Skypod robots in €25 million upgrade

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Lyreco, a global company providing workplace products and services, has announced the completion of a modernisation programme at its logistics centre in Villaines-la-Juhel (Mayenne, northwestern France).

The Villaines-la-Juhel site is one of the group’s most strategic logistics hubs and is responsible for 60 percent of the 50,000 parcels shipped daily by Lyreco in France.

As part of the modernisation of the site, which began in 2021, Lyreco has built a new 3,000 m² facility and integrated an advanced robotic solution developed by Exotec, a French pioneer in warehouse automation. [Read more…] about Lyreco automates French logistics hub with Exotec Skypod robots in €25 million upgrade

Bezos explores $100 billion AI-driven investment in US manufacturing, reports say

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Jeff Bezos is reportedly exploring plans to raise as much as $100 billion to acquire and modernize manufacturing companies using artificial intelligence, according to multiple media reports.

The proposal, first reported by The Wall Street Journal, would focus on buying established but underperforming industrial businesses and applying AI-driven operational improvements to increase efficiency and output.

Additional coverage from TechCrunch, Forbes, and Proactive Investors suggests the effort is still in exploratory stages, with no formal fund or structure confirmed. [Read more…] about Bezos explores $100 billion AI-driven investment in US manufacturing, reports say

Warehouse robotics company Exotec opens new global headquarters

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Exotec, a specialist in warehouse robotics, has opened its new headquarters in Northern France, at the heart of Europe.

Named “Imaginarium”, the facility reflects Exotec’s commitment to designing, developing and industrialising its technologies in Europe, and will be central to supporting its global growth.

The inauguration also marked the first edition of Exosummit, bringing together Exotec’s customers, partners and broader ecosystem. [Read more…] about Warehouse robotics company Exotec opens new global headquarters