Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.04
January 28, 2022
Decathlon SA and Geekplus Technology Co. this week announced that they have successfully deployed hundreds of mobile robots in three European distribution centers. The companies said the modernization and automation of the warehouses builds on their successful partnership in Asia. “The past two years represent a turning point in how people engage with e-commerce, and we have to provide service of the highest quality,” said Sébastien Alcasena, logistics transformation manager at Decathlon. “In Geek+, we have found a great partner with a flexible and scalable robot-based solution to meet our customers' expectations. We look forward to continuing our logistics transformation…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 10.67
January 14, 2022
…Area Supply Chain to implement software and robots from Geekplus Technology Co. As a result, Ariat said it can shift staffers from strenuous tasks to work requiring more skill. Founded in 1993, Ariat said it has “reimagined” the boot for modern riders, ranchers, and workers. The Union City, Calif.-based retailer takes its name from famous racehorse Secretariat, and it claimed that it is now one of the top western, equestrian, outdoor, and work brands in the world. Ariat is already using Körber's K.Motion warehouse management system (WMS) at its distribution center in Texas. Körber Supply Chain has helped the apparel…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 13.74
January 10, 2022
Geekplus Technology Co. today said it has deployed 128 mobile robots to modernize operations at CJ Logistics' distribution center in Gunpo, South Korea. The companies said the site serves Naver Shopping, the No. 1 e-commerce platform in the country, which can now handle 30,000 orders per day. Geek+ and CJ Logistics have collaborated before at the third-party logistics (3PL) provider's facility in Dongtan, South Korea. “We are excited to use smart robots to improve our supply chain operations and increase our competitiveness,” said Kim Khunghoon, managing director of CJ Logistics. “We're pleased to extend our partnership with Geek+ to our…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.90
December 22, 2021
…more operations are adopting automation. Rhenus Hong Kong and Geekplus Technology Co. today said they have successfully deployed autonomous mobile robots at a Rhenus warehouse in Asia. “Our goal is to provide the best and most innovative logistics service to achieve faster and more flexible movement of goods, to cater to the rapid growth in e-commerce,” stated Cliff Xu, CEO of Rhenus Air & Ocean Greater China. “By working closely with Geek+, we not only realize warehouse digitalization, but also improve operational efficiency and accuracy, translating to greater cost savings for customers in the long run.” Established in 2002, Rhenus…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.80
December 21, 2021
…achieve zero-emissions logistics by 2050. DHL Supply Chain has also collaborated with mobile robot providers Locus Robotics Corp. and Geekplus Technology Co. “The partnership positions DHL at the forefront of autonomous trucking operations and opens the door for collaboration in other markets such as Europe and Asia in the future,” said the company. “With the integration of TuSimple's L4 technology into its network, DHL aims to leverage the potential of TuSimple's industry-leading autonomous driving technology specifically designed to meet the unique demands of heavy-duty trucks.”
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.50
December 08, 2021
Geekplus Technology Co. today said it has continued its expansion in South America with a successful robotics deployment at SP Digital, an e-commerce provider of computer hardware and gaming products in Chile. Beijing-based Geek+ worked with strategic partner Boreal Technologies SA, a supplier of mobile systems. The companies said autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) will give SP Digital the capacity to support its rapid business growth during peak season. “We are excited to see Boreal leverage our picking solution to support a leading e-commerce company like SP Digital with the efficiency and accuracy needed to expand its business,” said Randy Randolph,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.24
November 15, 2021
GeekPlus Technology Co. today announced that it has opened a new office in Singapore that it said will facilitate the transition to “Logistics 4.0” in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). The company claimed that its expanded presence in Singapore will allow it to use the country’s vibrant technology community and strategic location to enhance regional expansion and accelerate the adoption of robotics automation in retail, e-commerce, apparel, and other key industries. “As logistics is becoming one of the main challenges for enhanced competitiveness and cost control, we see many looking to automated solutions for the flexibility needed to…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 10.67
November 12, 2021
GeekPlus Technology Co. this week announced the successful deployment of its autonomous mobile robots in CEVA Logistics' warehouse in Truganina, Australia. Körber Supply Chain implemented the project to improve the efficiency and productivity of the facility and ensure smoother e-commerce order fulfillment for CEVA's customers. “Today, an accelerated demand for fast order fulfillment has created a challenging scenario for businesses everywhere,” said Lit Fung, managing director for Asia-Pacific, the U.K., and the Americas at Geek+. “In Australia, a booming e-commerce landscape has made ‘delivery services’ the determining factor of who’s going to come out on top. Using smart robot automation,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.26
November 04, 2021
Geekplus Technology Co. yesterday announced that it has partnered with global logistics provider GEODIS to deploy its robots at the Yuen Long Warehouse Distribution Centre, or YLDC, in Hong Kong. The distribution center will have an exclusive operating area for mobile robots using artificial intelligence. “Our investments in this AI-driven automation system brings substantial value to GEODIS' e-commerce and retail customers by addressing some of the key challenges they face today,” said Onno Boots, regional president and CEO of GEODIS Asia-Pacific. “These solutions not only bring long-term cost-savings, operational efficiencies, and safety, but [they] also enable us to maintain high-quality…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.72
October 29, 2021
Geekplus Technology Co. today said it is showing its new automation products at CeMAT Asia. Its portfolio includes the PopPick goods-to-person system and the RoboShuttle Next Gen, which integrates high-density, tote-picking robots with floor-based picking robots. “In less than six years, we’ve managed to help global brands adjust and grow using intelligent robot solutions,” said Liu Kai, co-founder, and vice president of smart warehouse products at Geek+. “The consistent flow of industry insights and experience allows us to provide solutions that match market conditions.” “Today, there is a general shortage of labor and space, and this issue will keep growing…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.13
October 18, 2021
Geekplus Technology Co. today announced that it is collaborating with DHL International GmbH for DHL's Asia-Pacific Innovation Center. Located in Singapore, the center will be home to a “Warehouse of the Future” exhibit that showcases automated and integrated e-commerce offerings, said the companies. The partners said the project reflects their shared values and will help accelerate innovation and educate supply chain leaders on the opportunities presented by automation. “This project not only marks a new milestone for the logistics and supply chain industry, but [also] a milestone in the global relationship between Geek+ and DHL that follows a number of…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 13.56
October 14, 2021
GeekPlus Technology Co. today announced the launch of RoboShuttle RS8-DA, an 8-meter-high (26.2 ft. tall) flexible arm robot. The Beijing-based company claimed that it is the highest in the industry and will enable customers to maximize the use of their warehouses. “With e-commerce and warehouse rental spikes, businesses need a flexibility and space utilization that traditional automation does not provide,” stated Liu Kai, co-founder and vice president of smart warehouse products at Geek+. “Our engineering teams are continuously developing innovative solutions to meet this demand and allow our clients to remain competitive while providing a safe working environment to their…
