From shelf-scanning robots to warehouse automation and AI-powered checkout systems, robots are transforming retail operations both in stores and behind the scenes. [Read more…] about Retail automation: Robots on the shop floor and behind the scenes
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ODW Logistics expects to improve pick rates by 42 percent with Zebra Technologies
Zebra Technologies, a provider of warehouse automation technologies, says ODW Logistics has adopted Zebra Symmetry Fulfillment to optimize its e-commerce operations.
With this implementation, ODW Logistics anticipates realizing a 42 percent improvement in pick rates, enhancing its ability to scale while maintaining cost efficiency.
ODW Logistics selected Zebra Symmetry Fulfillment to enhance efficiency and flexibility across its fulfillment operations. [Read more…] about ODW Logistics expects to improve pick rates by 42 percent with Zebra Technologies
Interview with Locus Robotics software leader: ‘AI delivers clear advantages over generic foundational models’
Locus Robotics has become one of the defining companies in warehouse automation, best known for its autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) that work alongside people in logistics centers around the world.
But increasingly, the company’s real differentiator may lie not in the hardware itself – which many would argue has reached near-optimal design for its purpose – but in the intelligence that drives it.
Hamid Montazeri, senior vice president of software and AI at Locus Robotics, leads the team responsible for that intelligence. His work focuses on developing what he calls “physical AI” – domain-specific artificial intelligence designed to operate in the unpredictable, fast-moving environment of a warehouse. [Read more…] about Interview with Locus Robotics software leader: ‘AI delivers clear advantages over generic foundational models’
Cyngn installs its robots at largest independent Pepsi bottler in the US
Cyngn has announced a commercial DriveMod Tugger deployment with G&J Pepsi, the largest independent Pepsi bottler in the United States.
The expansion into material handling for consumer-packaged goods marks a new chapter in Cyngn’s mission to broaden the adoption of its advanced autonomous technology across industries.
Jeff Erwin, VP, manufacturing and quality at G&J Pepsi, says: “Our partnership with Cyngn underscores our commitment to innovation and operational excellence. [Read more…] about Cyngn installs its robots at largest independent Pepsi bottler in the US
Exotec celebrates 10 years and 10,000 warehouse robots worldwide
Automated warehouse robotics solutions provider Exotec is celebrating 10 years since its founding in Paris, France.
Over the past decade, Exotec’s technology has transformed the day-to-day operations of warehouses globally and has deployed over 10,000 of its cutting-edge Skypod robots.
Those robots have completed over 938 million cycles, billions of customer orders, and saved over 90 million kilometres of walking for warehouse operators, the same as 119 return trips to the moon. [Read more…] about Exotec celebrates 10 years and 10,000 warehouse robots worldwide
eInfochips and InOrbit partner to offer edge-to-cloud solutions for deploying robots at scale
eInfochips, a provider of product engineering and digital transformation services and an Arrow Electronics subsidiary, has agreed a strategic collaboration with InOrbit.AI, a provider of AI-powered robot orchestration.
This collaboration combines eInfochips’ extensive expertise in edge-to-cloud robotics development and integration with InOrbit Space Intelligence, a robust, vendor-agnostic robot operations platform to deliver seamless, scalable, and optimized solutions for a variety of industries.
This collaboration addresses the growing demand for large-scale autonomous mobile robot (AMR) deployments in warehouses, industrial hubs, large factories, and other indoor environments. [Read more…] about eInfochips and InOrbit partner to offer edge-to-cloud solutions for deploying robots at scale
Warehouse automation startup Dexory raises $165 million in funding
Dexory, a provider of real-time warehouse intelligence, visibility and autonomous solutions, has raised $165 million.
This milestone reflects the value customers derive from the solution, resulting in strong growth since the company’s Series B in 2024.
Eurazeo, through its Growth team, led the $100 million Series C round, with participation from LTS Growth and Endeavor Catalyst, alongside existing investors DTCP, Atomico, Lakestar, Elaia, Latitude Ventures, Wave-X and others. In addition, Bootstrap Europe expanded the existing growth debt facility. [Read more…] about Warehouse automation startup Dexory raises $165 million in funding
Interview with Plus One Robotics CEO: ‘Humans are versatile but slower’
Plus One Robotics is a US-based company that develops vision and AI software for warehouse and logistics automation.
Founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, the company focuses on solving one of the most persistent challenges in logistics: how to automate parcel handling in environments full of irregular, unpredictable packages.
Its core products are vision-driven systems for robotic arms, which can be deployed for palletizing, depalletizing, and parcel singulation. [Read more…] about Interview with Plus One Robotics CEO: ‘Humans are versatile but slower’
Rockwool partners with Swisslog to build automated high-bay warehouse in Germany
Rockwool, one of the world’s largest suppliers of stone wool insulation, has selected Swisslog to deliver a fully automated high-bay warehouse (HBW) at its production facility in Neuburg an der Donau, Germany.
This strategic investment marks a significant step in Rockwool’s global initiative to modernize its logistics infrastructure and reduce reliance on manual operations.
With 51 manufacturing facilities across 40 countries and more than 12,200 employees worldwide, Rockwool continues to experience strong growth. The Neuburg site, operating 24/7, required a high-capacity, automated storage solution to support its latest production line. [Read more…] about Rockwool partners with Swisslog to build automated high-bay warehouse in Germany
Geekplus reports record 31 percent revenue growth in first half of 2025
Geekplus, the Hong Kong-listed warehouse robotics company, has reported record revenue growth for the first half of 2025, highlighting accelerating demand for automation in logistics and supply chains.
For the six months ended June 30, 2025, the company posted revenue of RMB 1.025 billion (approximately $144 million), up 31 percent year on year from RMB 782 million in the same period of 2024.
Gross profit rose 43.1 percent to RMB 360 million, lifting gross margin to 35.1 percent. Adjusted EBITDA turned positive for the first time at RMB 11.62 million, compared with a loss of RMB 169.8 million a year earlier. [Read more…] about Geekplus reports record 31 percent revenue growth in first half of 2025