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Seegrid AMRs surpass 17 million autonomous miles driven in customer facilities

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Seegrid, a manufacturer of autonomous mobile robot (AMR) solutions for palletized material handling, announced a major company milestone: its AMRs have surpassed 17 million autonomous miles driven in production at customer sites.

This achievement validates Seegrid’s commitment to delivering safe, scalable autonomous solutions that work – day in and day out – for some of the world’s largest and most demanding manufacturers, distributors, and e-commerce providers.

David Griffin, chief sales officer at Seegrid, says: “Our autonomous mobile robots don’t just drive – they deliver. [Read more…] about Seegrid AMRs surpass 17 million autonomous miles driven in customer facilities

Unchained Robotics raises €8.5 million to make ‘robot operation as simple as using a smartphone’

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German B2B tech company Unchained Robotics has closed an €8.5 million Series A extended funding round, supported by Direttissima Growth Partners, Navivo Capital, Future Industry Ventures, vent.io, and D11Z.

With the fresh capital, the company aims to scale its technology internationally – addressing one of the biggest hurdles in automation: making robots easy to operate through intelligent software.

Automation is often complex, expensive, and difficult to adapt within existing operations. Robots typically need to be programmed manually, often taking weeks before they’re operational. For many smaller companies, this is a major barrier. Unchained Robotics is changing that. [Read more…] about Unchained Robotics raises €8.5 million to make ‘robot operation as simple as using a smartphone’

Exclusive interview with Anscer Robotics: ‘Our priority is to deliver return on investment’

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In the dynamic world of automation, Anscer Robotics – an autonomous mobile robot solutions provider – is making significant strides, particularly with its expansion into the Americas.

So Robotics and Automation News decided to interview Mark Messina, managing director and CEO of Anscer Robotics Americas, to discuss the company’s vision, solutions, and strategic approach to transforming the manufacturing, logistics, and 3PL industries.

Messina, a veteran in the robotics space with a rich background from his time at Kiva Systems (now Amazon Robotics), Geek+, and Addverb, shares his insights on leading Anscer’s charge into the US market. [Read more…] about Exclusive interview with Anscer Robotics: ‘Our priority is to deliver return on investment’

Pickle Robot to hire 50 new engineers to meet ‘surging demand’ for warehouse automation

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Pickle Robot, a provider of AI-powered robotic systems for autonomous truck unloading, is significantly expanding its team, announcing plans to hire 50 new engineers by September 2025.

The hiring surge comes as customer demand accelerates for intelligent automation solutions that can operate at human scale across logistics environments.

The company’s expansion signals strong momentum as warehouse operators look to boost efficiency, safety, and throughput with automation. [Read more…] about Pickle Robot to hire 50 new engineers to meet ‘surging demand’ for warehouse automation

Brightpick launches its first multi-purpose warehouse robot to ‘match human-level performance’

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Brightpick, a provider of AI-powered robotic solutions for warehouses, has unveiled Autopicker 2.0, the most advanced version of its flagship multi-purpose AI robot.

Featuring the company’s next-generation Intuition software, now including Physical AI and picking-in-motion, and a completely redesigned hardware platform, Autopicker 2.0 delivers on average 70-80 picks per hour, matching the productivity of a typical warehouse associate – while offering greater reliability and 24/7 operation.

The new Autopicker is the result of five years of integrated hardware and software development, enhanced by Brightpick’s latest advancements in robotic AI technology. [Read more…] about Brightpick launches its first multi-purpose warehouse robot to ‘match human-level performance’

MassRobotics and Chewy select winners of innovation awards

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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

AS/RS reimagined: The next generation of warehouse automation and micro-fulfillment

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The modern supply chain is a battlefield of rising expectations. E-commerce demands faster deliveries, labor shortages persist, and the pressure to optimize every square foot of warehouse space is relentless.

In this environment, Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (AS/RS), once considered foundational automation, are no longer just about static storage; they are being reimagined as dynamic, intelligent components at the very heart of advanced logistics.

This feature explores the cutting-edge designs, sophisticated integration with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Warehouse Execution Systems (WES), and their pivotal role in enabling the burgeoning micro-fulfillment trend. [Read more…] about AS/RS reimagined: The next generation of warehouse automation and micro-fulfillment

The Changing Face of the Warehouse: Smarter Machines on Every Aisle

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Warehouses have long been the backbone of supply chains, yet they’re undergoing one of the most profound technological transformations in their history.

From manually driven forklifts and basic inventory racks to interconnected smart ecosystems, modern warehouses are being reimagined with machines that think, communicate, and adapt.

This shift isn’t merely about automation replacing human labor – it’s about enabling unprecedented levels of efficiency, accuracy, and flexibility. [Read more…] about The Changing Face of the Warehouse: Smarter Machines on Every Aisle

Robotic piece-picking: Inside the quest for human-level dexterity

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Exploring the convergence of advanced grippers, 3D vision, and sophisticated AI that is enabling robots to handle an ever-wider variety of items with near-human skill

The relentless surge of global e-commerce has transformed our expectations for speed and convenience. But behind the one-click purchase lies a vast, complex, and physically demanding logistics network.

At its heart is a critical bottleneck: the manual, often strenuous task of piece picking. For decades, the simple act of identifying a specific item from a diverse jumble in a bin, grasping it securely, and placing it in a shipping container has remained stubbornly in the human domain.

Humans’ innate combination of sight, touch, and judgment has been the one ingredient that automation couldn’t replicate. Possibly until now. [Read more…] about Robotic piece-picking: Inside the quest for human-level dexterity

Smarter Storage, Faster Shipping: Automation in the Supply Chain

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In the global economy of 2025, customer expectations for fast, accurate, and affordable deliveries have reached an all-time high.

E-commerce giants and traditional retailers alike are under constant pressure to fulfill orders more quickly and efficiently than ever before.

To meet these demands, businesses are turning to automation to revolutionize their supply chains – from warehouse storage to final delivery.

According to McKinsey, companies that fully embrace supply chain automation can cut operational costs by 15% to 30% and improve delivery times by 20% to 40%. [Read more…] about Smarter Storage, Faster Shipping: Automation in the Supply Chain