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Waitrose Sign Multi-Million-Pound Distribution Centre Deal

Posted on by David Priestman

Mountpark has signed a lease agreement with Waitrose for a new distribution centre at Mountpark Bristol 360 in Avonmouth.

The 360,926 sq ft Mountpark Bristol 360 will serve as the retailer’s fifth regional distribution centre. Set to be operational by autumn 2026, the facility will enhance delivery efficiency to approximately 50 existing Waitrose stores across the south west, while also offering the capacity to support future store openings.

The facility has been rated BREEAM ‘Outstanding’ and holds an EPC A+ certification. Its roof is equipped with 1,200 solar panels, generating 625 kVA of power, supported by 118 kW of Tesla battery storage.  Designed with sustainability and employee wellbeing in mind, Mountpark Bristol 360 includes features such as a roof terrace, landscaped gardens, and extensive ribbon glazing to maximise natural light to the warehouse marshalling areas.

Once operational, Waitrose expects the site to help it cut supply chain emissions by 2,225 tonnes of CO₂ per year, contributing to its goal of becoming fossil fuel free by 2030 and net zero carbon by 2035.

Bart Holt-Smith, Director, Capital Markets and Development for Mountpark said: “Waitrose’s selection of Bristol 360 is a strong endorsement of our ability to deliver buildings that meet the evolving needs of modern logistics from commercial performance to environmental responsibility. We’re proud to be working with a brand of Waitrose’s calibre and delighted that our shared commitment to sustainability and quality aligns so closely. We look forward to welcoming this iconic British retailer and supporting its continued success in the region.”

Strategically located with direct access to the M49, M4, M5 and key regional freight corridors, Mountpark Bristol 360 will play a central role in servicing Waitrose’s future ambitions. The retailer is working on plans to open new convenience and full-line stores throughout the UK.  Last month, it announced that a shop will be built at Brabazon in north Bristol, which is expected to open in 2027, and later this year a new convenience store will open in The Arches, Bristol.

Alison Maffin, Waitrose’s Supply Chain Director, said; “This multi-million-pound investment is an important step in modernising our supply chain and setting us up to build the capacity needed for our growth plans. It will also enable us to better serve our customers in the region, more efficiently supply our existing shops and reduce our operating costs and carbon emissions. The modern and sustainable features of Mountpark Bristol 360 make it an excellent fit for our business.”

Mountpark Bristol 360 is part of Mountpark’s expanding UK portfolio of Grade A logistics developments and is located at Central Park, Avonmouth, one of the South West’s most strategically significant distribution hubs. The forthcoming M49 Junction 1 will further enhance connectivity, providing Bristol 360 with improved access to the UK’s motorway and freight networks, and reinforcing its long-term value as a distribution base.

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Amazon to Invest £40 Billion in UK Logistics and Infrastructure

Posted on by David Priestman

Amazon has announced a major investment of £40 billion (US$54 billion) in the United Kingdom over the next three years, marking one of its largest-ever financial commitments outside the United States. The move will significantly expand Amazon’s logistics, fulfilment, cloud computing, and content production capabilities across the UK, while creating thousands of new jobs and reinforcing its strategic position in the market.

As part of the investment, Amazon plans to open four new fulfilment centres in Hull, Northampton, the East Midlands, and one additional location yet to be confirmed. The Hull and Northampton sites alone are expected to generate around 2,000 permanent jobs each. In addition, more than 100 existing logistics sites — including delivery stations and operations buildings — will be upgraded, supporting faster and more efficient distribution nationwide. New delivery stations will also be developed to strengthen last-mile delivery performance and meet growing consumer demand.

Beyond logistics, the company is also committing significant resources to technology and infrastructure. This includes an £8 billion investment in Amazon Web Services (AWS) data centres, announced last year and set to be rolled out through 2028. These facilities will support the growth of cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and big data services across the UK economy. Additional spending will go toward two new corporate office buildings in London and the redevelopment of Bray Film Studios in Berkshire, supporting Amazon’s growing content production efforts.

Amazon currently employs around 75,000 people in the UK, making it one of the country’s top ten private employers. With this new investment, the company aims to create thousands of new full-time roles across logistics, tech, and cloud services. The expansion not only deepens Amazon’s operational footprint in Britain, but also supports the broader economic agenda set out by the newly elected UK government.

Prime Minister Keir Starmer welcomed the announcement as a “massive vote of confidence in the UK as the best place to do business.” The investment aligns closely with the government’s newly launched Modern Industrial Strategy, which emphasises growth through private investment, innovation, green energy, and skills development.

From a logistics perspective, this development is transformative. The addition of new fulfilment centres and delivery stations will substantially enhance Amazon’s warehousing capacity, regional reach, and delivery speed. Locating facilities in areas such as Hull and Northampton enables more distributed operations and helps relieve pressure on London-based infrastructure. Meanwhile, investments in AWS and AI-driven data centres will further strengthen the integration of automation, predictive analytics, and smart logistics into Amazon’s supply chain — setting new benchmarks for operational efficiency and scalability.

While the long-term benefits to the UK economy are clear, Amazon still faces regulatory scrutiny. The company is currently under review by the UK’s grocery watchdog over concerns about delayed supplier payments, indicating that its growing influence will continue to be monitored by public authorities.

For the logistics industry, Amazon’s £40 billion commitment represents a decisive shift. The scale of investment will reshape the competitive landscape, fuel demand for third-party services, and open up new opportunities in warehousing, transport, and supply chain innovation. As Amazon doubles down on UK infrastructure, the entire sector may need to raise its game — or find smart ways to complement, not compete with, a rapidly evolving logistics giant.

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Zetes Invests in Danish Robotics Firm

Posted on by David Priestman

Zetes, a leading specialist in supply chain execution solutions has invested in Robotize, a Danish robotics company known for its cutting-edge Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) to reach a stake of 50%, alongside its founding shareholders. This strategic move allows Zetes to conceive and develop comprehensive solutions to address the need for more efficiency in the logistics industry, facing major challenges such as labour shortage.

A shared vision: empowering the human workforce

Founded in 2016 in Lyngby, Denmark, Robotize has rapidly grown to become a trusted partner across industries, including food and beverages, heavy machinery, and cleaning equipment. Robotize specializes in developing AMRs designed for safe, secure, and automated material transport in manufacturing and logistics environments. Their solutions are renowned for being scalable, reliable, and user-friendly, making them a perfect complement to Zetes’ Collaborative Supply Chain Suite.

Zetes and Robotize, with its team of experts in mechanics, electronics, and above all, software, will create innovative solutions that combine advanced mobility, safety, and supply chain execution applications. This will drive greater efficiency and productivity in logistics operations while enhancing the overall human workforce and overcoming growing challenges such as labour shortages.

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Aligned values and ambition

Zetes’ investment in Robotize was a natural progression, as both companies share a common mission: to deliver value-added solutions that enhance, rather than replace, human capabilities.

Pierre Lambert, CEO of Zetes, commented: “We are excited about our new investment in Robotize. Both of our companies are driven by the same values—delivering top-tier solutions that empower our customers and elevate service quality. This perfectly aligns as well with our mother company, Panasonic. Together, we will develop comprehensive solutions that will enhance internal logistics operations and support our customers’ evolving needs.”

Anders Pjetursson, CEO of Robotize, echoed this enthusiasm: “Joining forces with Zetes opens up new possibilities for us, as our first successful collaborations have already demonstrated. Zetes’ impressive portfolio of customers provides the perfect foundation to expand our capabilities as our specialized AMRs are a perfect fit with Zetes high-quality business applications.”

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Amazon’s New £500m Leeds Hub to Create 2,000+ Jobs

Posted on by David Priestman

Amazon has announced the opening of a major new fulfillment center hub in Leeds, which is set to create over 2000 jobs and strengthen the company’s logistics network across the UK.

Investment and Economic Impact

The new fulfillment center at Gateway45 represents a significant £500 million investment. This expansion is expected to provide a substantial boost to the local economy by creating job opportunities across various roles, including engineering, HR, and warehouse operations.

Advanced Robotics and Technology Integration

Spanning three floors, the Leeds facility will incorporate Amazon’s latest robotics technology. These systems are designed to streamline operations, improve processing efficiency, and enhance the speed of customer order fulfillment. This focus on automation and technological innovation is a key part of Amazon’s logistics strategy. Similar technologies are already in use at other Amazon centers, like in Tilbury, where robots help move shelves directly to workers, reducing time and effort.

Sustainability and Regional Investment Strategy

The fulfillment center is equipped with energy-efficient features and solar power provisions, reflecting Amazon’s commitment to reducing its carbon footprint while maintaining operational efficiency. This development forms part of Amazon’s regional investment strategy, which has exceeded £1.5 billion since 2010. Other UK facilities, such as the Dunfermline center, have also implemented similar sustainability measures. By investing in facilities like the one in Leeds, Amazon continues to expand its footprint in the UK while contributing to local economies and enhancing its supply chain capabilities.

Looking Ahead

As Amazon gears up for the facility’s full operational launch in late 2024, the company’s focus remains on creating opportunities, driving innovation, and supporting sustainable development within the logistics sector. The Leeds fulfillment center is poised to become a central hub in Amazon’s UK network, supporting both local communities and the company’s broader global operations.

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Port of Milford Haven Continues to Invest

Posted on by Will Priestman

The Port of Milford Haven is making a series of strategic investments to strengthen its position as the UK’s largest energy port and further expand its diversification across hospitality and tourism and renewable energy thanks to a £40m finance package from HSBC UK.

The Port, which is an independent trust port with no shareholders, is using the funds to expand its world class pilotage capability through investment in a new world class pilot transfer vessel as well as in additional highly skilled staff and modernised assets and infrastructure.

Forming part of the Port’s long-term diversification strategy, the funds have also enabled the redevelopment of a vacant retail unit which is now occupied by McDonald’s as well as the refinancing of Ty Milford Waterfront Hotel – a 100-bedroom hotel in Milford Haven operated by Celtic Collection. With around 100,000 visitors a year already visiting the cafes, restaurants and array of independent retailers, the new, award-winning four-star hotel, is supporting the Port’s ambition to develop the town as a leading destination to live, visit, play and enjoy.

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At the Port’s Pembroke Port facility, the funding is being utilised to modernise the historic dockyard to attract developers of marine renewable technologies and their supply chains. The current ambition of 16.5GW of installed floating offshore wind in the Celtic Sea with potential of up to 24GW by 2050 will require over 1,000 turbines to be built, deployed, operated and maintained. With 10 new turbines a month needing to be built for the next 20 years, there is a huge opportunity to anchor the supply chain in Pembrokeshire and create productive, well-paid jobs.

Across the business, the Port has also invested in a number of sustainability initiatives including expanding its electric van fleet and installing LED lighting, further driving the business to become Net-Zero ahead of the Government’s target of 2050.

Jonathan Chitty, Chief Financial Officer at the Port of Milford Haven, commented: “It’s an exciting time for the business as we firm up growth plans for the future, all of which are creating and enabling well-paid jobs across the region. We’re really pleased that our investments in Milford Haven have already created over 180 jobs.  As proud custodians of the Milford Haven Waterway, we’re investing to improve safety, resilience and sustainability, not just for our own business, but for the coastal communities we support and for our future generations.

“HSBC UK has been imperative in making this happen by understanding our business needs both now and into the future and working tirelessly to provide the optimum financing package for us.”

Simon Williams, Relationship Director at HSBC UK, said: “Pembroke Dock and Milford Haven play a very important role in the economic stability of the region, with the Waterway supporting over 5,000 jobs in Wales. It’s great to see the Trust Port’s diversification into renewables and leisure, creating even more jobs that support the local economy.”

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Dexory Announces Investment from Schenker

Posted on by David Priestman

Dexory has secured additional investment with Schenker Ventures, the corporate investment arm of DB Schenker, strengthening further their position in the market. This investment will allow greater focus on introducing the DexoryView solution across Europe and into the US in the coming months.

Following the recent $19m Series A funding announcement in June, this partnership continues to strengthen Dexory’s leading position on providing real time visibility across the supply chain.

Dexory’s solution addresses the urgent need for improved visibility, better space utilisation and increased efficiency in warehouse operations around the world. Dexory brings together autonomous robots, capable of capturing rich image and sensor data from across a warehouse, with powerful analytics and insights. This powerful combination provides comprehensive visibility across individual warehouses of any size, as well as connecting sites across the global supply chain through Dexory’s digital platform, DexoryView.

For warehouse operators, guaranteeing flawless ‘on-time, every time’ order fulfilment is paramount to satisfying the expectations of today’s consumers. “Technology that operates autonomously, provides real-time insights, possesses intuitive interfaces, and seamlessly integrates can lead to a revolutionary transformation in the day-to-day efficiency, productivity and precision of warehouse operations”, says Andrei Danescu, CEO and Co-founder of Dexory. “I’m delighted DB Schenker shares our vision for full visibility across supply chains and have great confidence in our technology, ambitions and growth plans. Their industry expertise will help us grow into new territories and maximise the capabilities of the tech while bringing fantastic value to their sites, a great partnership for both.”

DexoryView, a one of a kind platform, conducts comprehensive warehouse scans within a few hours – a 100 times faster than human efforts and other inventory collection technologies. Moreover, DexoryView serves as a digital replica of the physical warehouse, nurturing not only management but also performance optimisation. This innovative feature empowers the software to simulate, optimise, and forecast future scenarios, freeing warehouse colleagues to engage in more complex tasks.

“The potential and evident success of Dexory’s technology within the global logistics landscape in a short space of time is impressive. Dexory has engineered a solution that not only boasts seamlessness and user-friendliness, but also provides a remarkable depth and speed of inventory data collections setting Dexory apart, enabling efficient and accurate insight.” says Paulina Banszerus, Head of Venture Capital, Schenker Ventures.

The strong execution-driven team behind the vision for DexoryView goes beyond inventory management, the technology’s visualisation is impressive, whilst being scalable in the future. And that’s what makes Dexory a great fit to our innovative portfolio. We’re really pleased to be part of Dexory’s exciting future.”

With ongoing conversations to partner with DB Schenker in the various territories, Dexory aims to continue to embed accurate real-time data into its customers’ supply chains worldwide, making it the new standard for the warehouse of the future.

Transport SMEs Boost Investment and Recruitment

Posted on by David Priestman

Transport SMEs are ready to ramp-up investment, with fresh spending on assets and expanded workforces, Paragon Bank research has found.

Published today in ‘An SME Led Recovery’, a survey of transport SMEs from across the UK identified growing expectations for cashflow to improve – leading to increased investment by businesses in their operations. The first in a series of quarterly research reports that will track the sector, An SME Led Recovery details the performance, plans and ambitions of SMEs, highlighting the central role they play in the UK economy.

Cashflow and turnover set to improve

Conducted for Paragon by Opinium, the research found that 45% of transport SMEs predict that their cashflow will improve substantially over the next three months, rising to 49% over the next six months and 51% over the next year. Only 23% of SMEs had seen their cashflow improve over the previous three months.

Similarly, turnover is also set to improve – 44% of businesses reported rising turnover levels during the first quarter of the year, with 47% expecting turnover to improve further during the second quarter, compared to 27% that forecast a fall.

Investment on the increase

Just under a third of transport SMEs (29%) will use the increased cashflow and financing to increase investment in their businesses, with 55% planning to maintain current investment levels and only 13% expected to reduce spending. The renewed investment will also see the number of transport SMEs investing in electric vehicles rise from 18% in the last six months to 53% across the next six – the same proportion as those set in invest in traditional fuel vehicles.

• Recruitment: 27% > 51%
• HGVs: 25% > 53%
• LCVs 20% > 53%
• Electric Vehicles: 18% > 53%
• Equipment: 13% > 55%
• Machinery: 13% > 47%

SMEs are also planning to boost their operations by increasing their work force, with 29% of businesses planning to recruit over the next six months and 20% planning on reductions.

Confidence strong in business prospects

Transport SMEs expressed confidence in their prospects for their own businesses and the sector in which they operate but were less confident about the macro environment. Over half said they were confident in their own business (55%) and their sector (58%) in the next three months, compared to 15% and 13% respectively that were not confident. Confidence was less strong in the UK economy, with only 39% of transport SMEs surveyed expressing confidence.

SMEs seek finance

The research also found that 44% of transport SMEs sought additional financing over the last three months, with 52% of those businesses seeking over £100,000. While 5% of this group received no additional financing, 17% received some of the finance they were seeking, and the remaining 22% received all the financing they sought.

Writing in ‘An SME Led Recovery’ on the research findings Dale Trenam, Paragon’s Head of Transport, said: “When the UK economy returns to growth, it will be thanks to the dedication and skill of SMEs – and transport SMEs are set to play a vital role in this process.

“Published today in our report, An SME Led Recovery, newly commissioned data finds that transport SMEs are confident, investing and looking to the future – creating the conditions necessary for the economy to bounce back. With the positive news that transport SMEs are planning to invest and grow their operations, it is vital that they can access the funding they need to achieve their goals and fulfil their role in driving forward economic recovery. As SME lending specialists, the Paragon team works with businesses daily – providing us with a first-hand understanding of not only the sector, but also the requirements of individual businesses. By doing so we can develop bespoke deals to ensure that transport SMEs can acquire the assets they need in a way that supports their growth plans.”

Paragon Bank PLC a subsidiary of the Paragon Banking Group PLC which is a FTSE 250 company based in Solihull in the West Midlands. Established in 1985, Paragon Banking Group PLC has over £14 billion of assets under management, helping more than 340,000 customers to achieve their ambitions.

Gothenburg Named Top Swedish Logistics Location

Posted on by Keith McKinley

The Gothenburg region tops the list when leading Swedish industry magazine Intelligent Logistik annually ranks Sweden’s best logistics locations. As Sweden’s largest cargo hub, the Port of Gothenburg plays a decisive role in the award according to the jury, who state that the port’s infrastructure, investment program and growing cargo volumes form a good basis for future growth in the region.

“It is an honourable award that we place great value on, and it is of course nice to be recognized together with the region’s other actors in the field of logistics. Together, we create conditions for a strong freight hub that strengthens Swedish competitiveness and is the guarantor of Swedish industry’s access to the world,” says Jacob Minnhagen, senior business developer at the Gothenburg Port Authority.

The Port of Gothenburg handles 53% of Sweden’s total container freight and volume growth is stable with nine straight quarters of increased container throughput. The container terminal operated by APM Terminals is particularly highlighted in the justification, as well as the growing freight train traffic where the port reached an all-time high in 2022.

Good establishment opportunities

Access to logistics areas is crucial for the functionality of a logistics region, and hence an important assessment criterion in the designation of Sweden’s best logistics location. The growth in logistics space has been exceptionally large in recent years, notes the magazine, and in the past year additional new land for logistics establishments has been added – both in areas close to the port, as well as locations just outside Gothenburg, like Landvetter and Borås.

“In the port, for example, we are developing the Halvorsäng Logistics Park together with Castellum just ten minutes from the quayside, it will be an important addition to port-side logistics. Then the growth of logistics areas is also good further out in the region, which is very important. Overall, the future looks bright for the Gothenburg region and there are good opportunities to establish yourself here as a logistics operator in the long term as well,” says Jacob Minnhagen.

The high-profile list of the best logistics locations in Sweden has been published since 2001. The ranking is founded on access to a logistics base, flows and geography, infrastructure, land access, know-how and skills, and the collaborative climate throughout the region. The Helsingborg Region and Jönköping Region were ranked second and third.

Excerpt from the citation:
“The Gothenburg region has long been Sweden’s logistics capital with an excellent distribution location with access to the Nordics’ largest container port, which stood strong even through the pandemic; with stable container volumes and greatly increased train freight volumes. Upcoming multibillion-crown investments in the port with a fairway deepening also provide good conditions for future growth. Gothenburg has historically had exceptional growth for logistics, a development which, however, slowed somewhat in 2022 when only approx. 70,000 square meters were added in the region. In the past year, however, new land for logistics establishments has been added both around Landvetter and at Hisingen.”

Free Zone in Oman

Posted on by David Priestman

With investors and manufacturers across the globe searching for stable and sustainable business environments, Salalah Free Zone in Oman explains why it has become a favourite destination for investment and industry worldwide.

Established in 2006 in the Sultanate of Oman, Salalah Free Zone (SFZ), a member of Asyad Group, is a 21-million-sqm industrial and logistics hub offering top financial and technical benefits to investors and leveraging a strategic location overlooking the main international trade route. SFZ today hosts over 75 companies, from leading energy plants and manufacturing facilities to prominent logistics companies, all seizing our unique advantages to access a host of export markets.

While countries across the globe suffer from political instability and high energy costs, Oman has become a coveted home for investment thanks to its strong economy, energy security, investment-friendly legislations and advanced transport and ICT infrastructure. More specifically, the southern Omani city of Salalah is an ideal base of operations for any export-oriented business, as it opens to the Indian Ocean and captures the main East-West shipping lane. SFZ leverages the city’s strategic location that offers easy and quick access to the world’s largest consumer markets in Africa, India and Southeast Asia.

Adding to these innate advantages, SFZ offers investors a range of benefits that enable them to increase their global competitiveness, starting with a secure and competitively priced supply of energy and skilled low-cost workforce to highly flexible incorporation requirements. Businesses in our Free Zone can enjoy 0% corporate tax and 0% customs duties, in addition to 100% foreign ownership and no minimum capital requirements.

SFZ also supports businesses with ample space for all manufacturing and industrial projects by providing comprehensive physical infrastructure options, including customized packages of quality office space, warehousing and developed land to meet client-specific needs. The Free Zone is designed to accommodate all types of industries, with a particular focus on manufacturing, logistics, chemicals, pharmaceuticals and renewable energy projects.

Free Zone benefits

Another lever for SFZ is the strong connectivity capabilities it has to offer. Oman has positioned itself perfectly to be a leading gateway to global markets by concluding free trade agreements with numerous countries, including the US, Singapore, Iceland, Norway, Switzerland & Liechtenstein. Moreover, the Sultanate has developed a strong transport system with an advanced road network ranked 10th on the World Economic Forum’s Quality of Roads index, stretching across the country and connecting it with Saudi Arabia, UAE and Yemen.

In Salalah, excellent road transport capabilities are complemented by Salalah International Airport, a state-of-the-art passenger and cargo airport located merely 20 km away from SFZ. The 23,000-sqm facility features a premier cargo complex with an impressive annual cargo capacity of 50,000 mt. Our clients can utilize the conveniently located airport to support their businesses with express access to over 200 international destinations.

Meanwhile, outstanding maritime transport capabilities are just around the corner, 10 km away from SFZ. The Port of Salalah is the third largest port in the GCC, processing over 4 million containers and 16 million mt of dry and liquid bulk annually. It is also equipped with ultramodern infrastructure for niche exports and imports, specifically catering to new green markets. For example, SFZ is now an ideal base of operations for green ammonia exporters, as the port is equipped with four jet pipelines leading to a pipeline corridor, as well as 4.6 km of pipes connecting the Port of Salalah directly to SFZ where businesses have 230,000 m3 of storage available to meet their liquid bulk needs.

The port was recently ranked the world’s 6th most efficient port, boasting exceptional processing speeds and cutting-edge equipment and IT systems. It is located at the heart of the global trade map and offers short shipping times to major markets, with 6 days to India, 16 days to China, 18 days to the US and 21 days to the Netherlands.

Salalah Free Zone stands today as a major regional industrial and a modern logistics cluster where global players and potential investors can operate easily and securely away from turmoil, uncertainty and supply chain vulnerabilities.

WAKU Robotics attracts €1.5m investment

Posted on by David Priestman

Schauenburg Ventures, London-based PropTech VC Pi Labs and Franz Humer (founder of Agilox) have joined Plug and Play, Technologiegründerfonds Sachsen, BITO Campus, and Hans-Jürgen Cramer on WAKU Robotics’ journey to revolutionise the logistics industry using mobile robots.

Founded in late 2019, WAKU Robotics is building software for the future of logistics. With WAKU Sense, robot operators are able to efficiently work side-by-side with mobile robots. WAKU Sense is the performance cockpit for mobile robots, maximising the utilisation of each robot and ensuring seamless operation of the fleet. With this vendor-agnostic solution, WAKU Sense is powering the multi-fleet operations of the future.

Victor Splittgerber, CEO and Founder of WAKU Robotics, says: “Robots are becoming the future workforce in logistics. With WAKU Sense, we are empowering human operators to ensure seamless operations of such fleets. WAKU Sense supports clients through this revolutionary transition to even greater warehouse automation.”

“WAKU Robotics combines an urgently required solution to drive automation across industries with a great team of engaged and experienced entrepreneurs,” adds Malvine Komorek, Investment Manager of Schauenburg International GmbH. “We are looking forward to working together.”

WAKU’s current clients and development partners are international industry-leading logistics and e-Commerce companies, as well as warehouse and manufacturing providers. These also make use of WAKU’s market intelligence and independent robot comparison platform LotsOfBots.com.

Franz Humer, Founder of Agilox, a leading producer of Autonomous Mobile Robots, who also participated in this round, says: “This is incredible. WAKU Sense is the first platform able to orchestrate different AMR/AGV vendors without threatening the vendor’s own fleet or swarm intelligence strengths. WAKU Sense brings all robots to one visualisation and integrates sensors, forklifts, and humans into the system.

“WAKU Sense is already connected to many vendors and many technologies (like JSON/REST, VDA5050, MassRobotics, and many more). This software is amazing for operators that have to work with more than one vendor on the same shop floor.”

“We’re excited to be backed by strong investors and looking forward to leading the fast-growing robotics market,” concludes Sander Nijssen, Co-Founder of WAKU Robotics. “These funds will be used to scale the development and commercialization of WAKU Sense.”

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