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Logistics robots market set to grow to almost $40 billion by 2033

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The logistics robots market is expected to expand at a strong compound annual growth rate of 16.5 percent between 2023 and 2033. This is according to a new report by Future Market Insights.

The market is anticipated to cross a market share of $38.13 billion by 2033, while it is likely to be valued at $8.28 billion in 2023.

The proliferated e-commerce sector, along with the integration of advanced technology like artificial intelligence and machine learning, is fueling market growth. Furthermore, small-sized businesses and advanced delivery options are also propelling the sales of logistics robots. [Read more…] about Logistics robots market set to grow to almost $40 billion by 2033

CLS iMation expands its portfolio of warehouse automation solutions with Magazino

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Developing a range targeted at constant innovation of logistics processes in an Industry 4.0 framework, CLS iMation has further strengthened its portfolio of services with solutions from Magazino, a German company specialised in the development of smart robots that offer safe and autonomous operational support.

Flagship solutions include SOTO, the autonomous supply-chain robot equipped with sensors, 3D cameras and the cutting-edge ACROS.AI operating system.

This analyses its surroundings, quickly responding to the needs of the production environment and learning in the field to identify the most efficient procedures for completing tasks. [Read more…] about CLS iMation expands its portfolio of warehouse automation solutions with Magazino

Decoding Transportation Synergy: 
Distinguishing Routing and Scheduling While Maximizing their Integration

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The transportation and logistics sector thrives on efficient resource allocation and exceptional service quality. Central to these objectives are two distinct yet interconnected concepts – routing and scheduling.

Comprehending their individual roles, while embracing their combined power, is the key to unlocking the full potential of transportation operations. [Read more…] about Decoding Transportation Synergy: 
Distinguishing Routing and Scheduling While Maximizing their Integration

Tackling the lack of specialists with innovative robotics solutions

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Boring, strenuous, and exhausting are things of the past. The work environment of tomorrow looks different: exciting, simple, and easy. Cobots, AGVs (Autonomous Guided Vehicles), and AMRs (Autonomous Mobile Robots) put variety into daily work routines.

Cooperation with the robot transforms previously tedious, strenuous tasks into popular activities that are easy to perform. Numerous exhibitors at automatica, held in Munich from June 27 to 30, 2023, will present examples of such transformations.

While such work facilitation is great, the pivotal question is: To what extent can automation and robotics compensate the lack of specialists? An ever-increasing gap emerges as the baby boomers retire from the workforce. [Read more…] about Tackling the lack of specialists with innovative robotics solutions

Ukrainian startup Deus Robotics secures $1.5 million seed round funding for warehouse robotics solutions

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Deus Robotics, a Ukrainian startup specializing in warehouse robotics engineering and software development, has raised $1.5 million in seed funding from SMRK VC, a Ukrainian venture fund.

The investment will help the company attract new customers in the US and Europe and expand its line of robotic warehouse solutions.

Deus Robotics specializes in full-cycle projects, including hardware engineering, software development, and integration, focusing on automating warehouse and logistics operations. [Read more…] about Ukrainian startup Deus Robotics secures $1.5 million seed round funding for warehouse robotics solutions

Körber develops new robotic system for de-palletizing pallets to trays

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Körber Supply Chain says it has “solved” the pallet-to-tray issues many warehouses face – the company has developed a new “turnkey system solution” for de-palletizing pallets to trays.

With the launch of a new de-palletization system, Körber Supply Chain claims it has become “the first supplier of automated logistics solutions to offer a total turnkey solution for the separation of goods from pallet to tray”.

Körber says its goal is to fully automate and eliminate risks and sudden downtime in the sorting process. [Read more…] about Körber develops new robotic system for de-palletizing pallets to trays

Autonomous logistics startup Venti Technologies raises $28.8 million in Series A funding

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Venti Technologies, a provider of autonomous logistics for global supply chain and industrial hubs, has secured $28.8 million in a Series A financing.

The financing round was led by LG Technology Ventures, the Silicon Valley-based venture capital arm of the LG Group, with participation from Safar Partners, UOB Venture Management, and existing investors Alpha JWC and LDV Partners.

The funding will be used to accelerate Venti’s growth and meet increasing demand from customers worldwide. [Read more…] about Autonomous logistics startup Venti Technologies raises $28.8 million in Series A funding

DB Schenker opens giant new automated e-commerce logistics hub in Spain

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DB Schenker, a supply chain management and logistics service provider, has started operations at one of the largest automated e-commerce facilities servicing its retail customers in Spain, Portugal and France.

Operations in the 50,000 sq meter state-of-the-art warehouse in Guadalajara have started with 150 employees on newly created jobs, more than 200 robots and an optimized packaging system.

The site is equipped with a Goods-to-Person picking system to handle around 55,000 units per day using Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR) provided by Geek+, the global leader in AMR technology. The system features innovative pick-and-pack solutions for a fast and flexible online-order fulfillment and efficiently deal with returns. [Read more…] about DB Schenker opens giant new automated e-commerce logistics hub in Spain

Honeywell opens advanced warehouse automation center in Czech Republic

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Honeywell has opened a new research and development center at its advanced technology facility in Brno, a city in the Czech Republic, to help warehouse and logistics companies across Europe enhance their supply chains and strengthen the accuracy, efficiency and throughput of packages.

The state-of-the-art facility will be used by Honeywell’s engineers to develop next-generation warehouse solutions including intelligent conveyor systems, robotics, automatic storage and retrieval systems, sorting systems, palletisers and advanced picking technologies controlled by voice and light commands.

The facility will also enable Honeywell’s regional customer base to experience and train on these technologies for the first time in Europe. [Read more…] about Honeywell opens advanced warehouse automation center in Czech Republic

Residents in the United Arab Emirates may soon receive parcels delivered by drones and robots

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Aramex, a global provider of logistics and transportation solutions, says it has completed the testing of its drone and roadside robot deliveries in Dubai, one of the seven emirates in the UAE.

This is part of the company’s “Future Delivery Program” aimed at enhancing last-mile logistics using smart shipping solutions to enable quicker, more sustainable, and cost-effective deliveries.

The initial tests were conducted at the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) in partnership with BARQ EV, a leading commercial drone delivery service provider in the UAE, and Kiwibot, a Colombia-based company specializing in delivery robotics. [Read more…] about Residents in the United Arab Emirates may soon receive parcels delivered by drones and robots