GXO Deploys a Fleet of Autonomous Robots in the U.K. and the Netherlands
GXO Logistics (NYSE: GXO) reported a remarkable 200% increase in the deployment of collaborative robots in 2021, enhancing efficiency and safety across its logistics operations. The company is expanding its use of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) in grocery and large-item sectors across the U.K. and the Netherlands. AMRs boost productivity by up to 60% and improve order accuracy, allowing customers to extend order cut-off times. GXO has deployed over 2,000 new technologies across its facilities, emphasizing its commitment to automation and advanced logistics solutions.
- 200% increase in the use of collaborative robots in 2021.
- AMRs can improve productivity by up to 60%.
- Deployment of over 2,000 new technologies across sites, up 100% year-over-year.
- Expansion into grocery and large-item sectors reflects growth opportunities.
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GXO’s worldwide use of collaborative robots increased
enhancing efficiency, productivity and safety
Autonomous Mobile Robots are now integrated into the grocery industry
Modular technology drives increased flexibility for customers that need
to adjust quickly to changes in product lines and consumer demand
LONDON, U.K., March 16, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GXO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE: GXO), the world’s largest pure-play contract logistics provider, is using fleets of autonomous mobile robots, or AMRs, to help customers in the 28 countries where GXO operates make significant leaps in productivity and safety. After successfully integrating cobots into operations for ecommerce and retail customers, GXO is now deploying them for grocery and large-item customers. GXO will be introducing a fleet of AMRs in the U.K. and the Netherlands over the next few months.
“Over the past 18 months, we have accelerated our deployment of modular technologies,” said Phil Shaw, GXO Vice President, Centre of Excellence. “Because these AMRs are small and mobile, they have significant advantages over heavier, fixed installations. You can easily add AMRs when volumes increase during peak seasons and then redeploy them elsewhere. During the final quarter of 2021, our use of AMRs helped our customers manage the ongoing shift toward ecommerce in consumer buying behaviour.”
AMRs can boost productivity up to
At warehouses around the world, GXO is ramping up its use of AMRs deploying cobots developed by 6 River Systems, Lowpad, iFollow and Locus. In one 40,000-square-meter distribution center in the Netherlands, GXO is using Lowpad robots to optimize operations in the traditionally manually focused Food & Beverage industry. These AMRs are guided by custom software and routing algorithms designed to optimize the distribution process.
GXO’s industry-leading automation and technology are key differentiators, helping to drive more value-added solutions across an increasing number of verticals. In 2021, the company deployed more than 2,000 new pieces of technology across our sites, up
To watch a short video of a Lowpad AMR in action, click here.
About GXO Logistics
GXO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE: GXO) is the world’s largest pure-play contract logistics provider and is benefiting from the rapid growth of ecommerce, automation and outsourcing. GXO is committed to providing a diverse, world-class workplace for approximately 120,000 team members across more than 900 facilities totaling approximately 200 million square feet. The company partners with the world’s leading blue-chip companies to solve complex logistics challenges with technologically advanced supply chain and ecommerce solutions, at scale and with speed. GXO corporate headquarters is in Greenwich, Connecticut, USA. Visit GXO.com for more information and connect with GXO on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.
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