Found in Robotics Companies & Businesses, with a score of 6.45
…ForwardX said it is Asia's largest person-to-goods AMR solutions provider. The company has served over 100 customers, including JD.com, DHL, IKEA, and TCL. Its AMR solutions are widely used for order picking in warehouses, in-store order picking, and material handling in manufacturing plants. With offices in the China, Japan, Korea, Europe, Australia, and the U.S., along with partnerships around the globe, ForwardX is expanding and applying its solutions to warehouses and manufacturers worldwide.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.03
…Vanderlande. Representatives from leading global companies attended, including Amazon, DHL Supply Chain, FedEx, General Electric, GXO Logistics, Moderna, Siemens, Target, Toyota, and UPS. In addition, the 2023 keynote session focused on how clothing provider Ariat International reimagined its operations by automating its warehouses. Matthew S. Hardenberg, vice president of distribution for Ariat International, was joined by John Santagate, vice president of robotics for Körber Supply Chain Software, and Randy Randolph, vice president of channels & partnerships at Geekplus America. This year’s event will highlight new developments in these applications and more. How to speak at the 2024 Robotics Applications Conference…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.95
Cobot manufacturer Robust.AI and contract logistics company DHL Supply Chain announced a new partnership to develop and deploy collaborative robots for warehouse applications. The companies will first focus on piloting and deploying Robust.AI's Carter, a collaborative autonomous mobile robot (AMR) for automating cart picking. The companies said their strategic alliance leverages DHL Supply Chain's deep understanding of logistics challenges and integration of automation systems, along with Robust.AI's expertise in artificial intelligence and advanced robotics. “At DHL Supply Chain, we're constantly pushing the boundaries of what's possible in logistics,” said Sally Miller, CIO and global digital transformation officer for DHL Supply…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.57
…Newcastle Systems in 2005. He has since grown the company to 40 employees and was recognized as a 2022 Supply Chain Brain Top 100 Supply Chain Partner. To meet growing demand, Newcastle Systems moved from Haverhill, Mass., to a larger location in Amesbury, Mass. Its mobile carts are used in manufacturing, retail, and shipping and receiving applications by companies including Walmart, UPS, DHL, Wayfair, Tesla, and Amazon. Newcastle Systems recently released an industry report, “Bridging the Gap Between Humans and Automation.” This article is posted with permission.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.26
…than two decades of experience leading teams and optimizing supply chain operations across the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, said Locus. As APAC general manager, he will oversee the company's strategic growth and customer success in the region. Previously, Kian held senior positions with DHL Supply Chain and Singapore Post, driving innovation in warehouse automation and logistics. DHL Supply Chain recently said it would deploy 5,000 Locus AMRs across multiple sites and that it would expand its partnership to Australia. Joel Collins. Source: LinkedIn As chief legal officer, Joel Collins will lead Locus’ global legal operations. He has served as the chief…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.61
…Co. last week said that it has collaborated with DHL Supply Chain to deploy assisted picking systems in a flagship warehouse that provides daily replenishment for about 600 chain coffee shops in a single city. “By leveraging our solution, the DHL warehouse has empowered itself with the steadfast ability to expand in capacity and elasticity, a formidable force prepared to conquer the challenges of a rapidly expanding business,” stated ForwardX Robotics. Founded in 2016, ForwardX said it has more than 250 employees from leading universities and enterprises around the world. The Beijing-based company has over 350 patents and has developed…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.99
…its robots have delivered close to 1,500 packages for DHL Express Estonia since they began their partnership in the summer of 2022. The partners reported that customers have welcomed the service, and they plan to expand their collaboration. “Initially, there was a lot of uncertainty because neither our nor DHL's global team had previously tested such a solution,” stated Kristina Laaneots, managing director of DHL Express Estonia. “However, over the past year, our extensive collaboration has proven that this technology has great potential.” DHL Express is part of Deutsche Post DHL Group, which generated revenues of more than €81 billion…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.17
…C-level executives, recent winners of Alcott Global's Leaders of Supply Chain Awards 2023 and Gartner Inc.'s No. 1 Top Global Supply Chain company will take the stage at the Las Vegas event. This group includes: Amiee Bayer-Thomas, chief supply chain officer of Ulta Beauty Harald Emberger, chief supply chain officer of Beiersdorf Kenneth Engel, senior vice president for global supply ghain, North America, at Schneider Electric Sally Miller, chief information officer of DHL Supply Chain Sami Naffakh, chief supply officer of Reckitt Elliott Rodgers, chief operating officer of Foot Locker The Manifest Vegas 2024 plenary speakers. Click to enlarge. Source:…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.63
…same challenges as their customers in manufacturing, logistics, and e-commerce—supply chain strains, shortages of skilled labor, and less available capital. Locus Robotics Corp. has managed to thrive in these conditions, announcing today that Inc. Magazine has named it to the Inc. 5000 list for the third year in a row. The annual list recognizes the fastest-growing private companies in the U.S. and their achievements in business development and innovation. “We are incredibly proud and honored to again be recognized on the Inc. 5000 list,” said Rick Faulk, CEO of Locus Robotics, in a press release. “This achievement acknowledges not only…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.71
DHL Supply Chain and Locus Robotics today announced the deployment of fully integrated LocusBots in Australia in what they said is “a first for the Asia-Pacific region.” They also said the LocusONE warehouse automation platform meets the complex quality-assurance profiles and regulations of medical device customers Cardinal Health and Terumo. “At DHL Supply Chain Australia, we are leading the industry in automation research and development to create truly scalable, efficient, and effective solutions for our customers,” said Steve Thompsett, CEO of DHL Supply Chain Australia & New Zealand. “It’s important for us to innovate and to consistently optimize our customers’…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.70
…safety inspections at a factory in Gwangmyeong, South Korea. DHL Supply Chain deployed Stretch in February 2023. In June, Boston Dynamics announced new capabilities for Spot and a partnership with artificial intelligence provider Levatas. Hyundai, Kia extend FIFA partnership In May, Hyundai and Kia announced the renewal of their partnerships with Zurich-based soccer association FIFA through 2030. They plan to provide transportation, autonomous driving technologies, and future mobility services at global events and tournaments. The organizations added Boston Dynamics and Hyundai air mobility unit Supernal to the collaboration. “Both subsidiaries are central to the group’s transformation into a smart and…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.68
…for all industries and operational needs. Australian, New Zealand supply chains to 'future-proof' with AMRs The combination of ForwardX Robotics' innovative products and Richmond Rolling Solutions' regional support will help “future-proof” businesses in Australia and New Zealand, claimed the strategic partners. “By joining forces, we are combining Richmond's extensive local support, knowledge, and engineering expertise with our state-of-the-art robotics technology,” stated Nicolas Chee, founder and CEO of ForwardX. “It's a significant step forward in advancing the capabilities of materials handling solutions in Australia and New Zealand.” As part of the partnership, Richmond Rolling Solutions said it plans to establish “Australia's…