World’s Largest Robot Set to Sail

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Written By Warehouse Automation

Large “robot ships” are rapidly going into service and have been hailed as a revolution in shipping.

The vessles are controlled remotely with hardly any crew on board - it has meant the ships can be smaller so require less fuel and have a much reduced carbon footprint.

Autonomy, robotics and remote operation, along with artificial intelligence, are set to transform shipping and experiments are underway around the world. 

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Building Safer and More Inclusive Workplace Through Automation and Robotics
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Building Safer and More Inclusive Workplace Through Automation and Robotics
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For automation to succeed in enhancing workplace safety, organizations must foster a culture that aligns with this goal.

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What will the upcoming warehousing and distribution trends be in 2025?
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What will the upcoming warehousing and distribution trends be in 2025?
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The warehousing and distribution industry is highly capital-intensive, where we project solutions, and innovation takes a long time to see its return on investment.

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Five Ways E-Commerce and Warehouse Automation Benefit Your Business
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Five Ways E-Commerce and Warehouse Automation Benefit Your Business
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One of the main advantages of automation is its ability to improve operational efficiency.

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77% of Shoppers Want to Track Packages: Speed and Transparency Shape E-Commerce Expectations
ECommerce
77% of Shoppers Want to Track Packages: Speed and Transparency Shape E-Commerce Expectations
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Speed and transparency are must-haves, with 43% expecting 2-3 day delivery and 77% tracking packages daily.

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Automation and Robotics Take Center Stage at Audi's New Dazzling EV Plant in China
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Automation and Robotics Take Center Stage at Audi's New Dazzling EV Plant in China
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With more than 800 robots enhancing precision and efficiency, the automation rate in the body shop will reach the highest levels in the industry in China.

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Best Buy Introduces Automated Forklifts as Part of Supply Chain Upgrades
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Best Buy Introduces Automated Forklifts as Part of Supply Chain Upgrades
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Best Buy is enhancing its supply chain with automated warehouse vehicles and a new delivery hub.

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Sonepar's New Automated Facility is Transforming Customer Experience
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Sonepar's New Automated Facility is Transforming Customer Experience
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Capital Electric, a Sonepar Company, recently opened a new automated CDC in the Washington, DC, area.

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Watch Toyota’s robot set a new world record sinking an 80-foot basketball shot like it’s nothing
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Watch Toyota’s robot set a new world record sinking an 80-foot basketball shot like it’s nothing
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By learning from his mistakes and correcting things like posture, arm position, and shot strength, Cue continues to improve over time.

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Gen Z Brings the Mall Back: How Digital Natives Are Reviving In-Store Shopping
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Gen Z Brings the Mall Back: How Digital Natives Are Reviving In-Store Shopping
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Gen Z are increasingly opting to shop in stores instead of online, according to a survey.

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Former Amazon CEO Dave Clark and Walmart CTO Share Insights on the Future of Automation
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Former Amazon CEO Dave Clark and Walmart CTO Share Insights on the Future of Automation
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Robots will replace human labor, to some extent and over time, but people shouldn’t be too worried, according to a long-time Amazon executive with a new AI supply chain start-up.

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DHL Reveals Innovations Shaping the Future of Logistics
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DHL Reveals Innovations Shaping the Future of Logistics
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The DHL Logistics Trend Radar 7.0 provides an in-depth overview of the key trends shaping the future of logistics.

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Walmart's CEO had wine delivered by drone to his front door and believes it's key to the company's future success
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Walmart's CEO had wine delivered by drone to his front door and believes it's key to the company's future success
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Walmart's chief, Doug McMillon, got his wine sent to him by drone.

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How Walmart’s NextGen Automated Centers Redefine Logistics
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How Walmart’s NextGen Automated Centers Redefine Logistics
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Walmart’s latest shipping facilities hold more than a million square feet of goods that serve 95% of the U.S. population and counting.

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Morrisons to Phase Out Ocado Robots in Favour of In-Store Fulfillment
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Morrisons to Phase Out Ocado Robots in Favour of In-Store Fulfillment
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The supermarket has been working with Ocado since 2013, sharing capacity with the online pureplayer.

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Canadian Healthcare Company Unveils New AutoStore System
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Canadian Healthcare Company Unveils New AutoStore System
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The Canadian medical supply leader has announced a groundbreaking advancement in warehouse operations

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Coca-Cola to Double Capacity with New Automated Warehouse
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Coca-Cola to Double Capacity with New Automated Warehouse
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The ASRS will take around two and a half years to build and will stand at 38 metres tall.

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Blue Yonder Ransomware Attack Disrupts UK Supply Chains
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Blue Yonder Ransomware Attack Disrupts UK Supply Chains
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A Blue Yonder task force is investigating and addressing this issue alongside external Cybersecurity firms.

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Why Robots Still Fall Short on Warehouse Complexity
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Why Robots Still Fall Short on Warehouse Complexity
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The machines can load and unload trucks, move goods and do other repetitive tasks but are stymied by some, like picking items from a pile.

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Irving Paper Announces Major Plant Expansion Featuring Fully Automated Warehouse
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Irving Paper Announces Major Plant Expansion Featuring Fully Automated Warehouse
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The expansion will also include an automated warehouse and new converting lines to turn the tissue into finished projects.

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Global Robot Density in Factories Doubled in Seven Years
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Global Robot Density in Factories Doubled in Seven Years
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China overtakes Germany in industrial use of robots.

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More than 50% of Walmart’s fulfillment is automated, twice as much as last year
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More than 50% of Walmart’s fulfillment is automated, twice as much as last year
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Walmart is betting on automation, AI, and the growth of emerging alternative revenue streams to usher the company into a tech-fueled future.

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Why Robots Still Fall Short on Warehouse Complexity
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Why Robots Still Fall Short on Warehouse Complexity
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The machines can load and unload trucks, move goods and do other repetitive tasks but are stymied by some, like picking items from a pile.

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New Drone Facility in Tokyo Set to Change Logistics in Japan
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New Drone Facility in Tokyo Set to Change Logistics in Japan
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A gigantic logistics facility housing a research and development center for next-generation drone technology is now open in Tokyo.

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What’s Holding Companies Back from Warehouse Automation?
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What’s Holding Companies Back from Warehouse Automation?
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Automated warehouses deliver increased productivity, reduced labor dependency, and lower costs. Here’s how distributors can make them work.

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Canadian Tire Leaving Brampton Transitioning to Automated Fulfillment Hubs
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Canadian Tire Leaving Brampton Transitioning to Automated Fulfillment Hubs
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When it first opened, the distribution center was the largest of its kind in Canada.

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GreenBox Brings $144 Million AI-Powered Logistics Warehouse to Georgia
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GreenBox Brings $144 Million AI-Powered Logistics Warehouse to Georgia
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The new distribution center, located at The Cubes at RiverPark in Jackson, will span approximately 1 million square feet.

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Warehouse Automation Pitfalls: Kion Executive Warns of Costly Mistakes
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Warehouse Automation Pitfalls: Kion Executive Warns of Costly Mistakes
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Many firms are stumbling over costly missteps in their automation journeys, warns a senior executive from the Kion Group.

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Automate Trailer Loading & Unloading: Meet The Latest Next-Gen Autonomous Forklift
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Automate Trailer Loading & Unloading: Meet The Latest Next-Gen Autonomous Forklift
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Boost Productivity: Autonomous Forklifts for Automated Trailer Loading & Unloading.

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45% of AutoStore’s Revenue Comes From Existing Customers
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45% of AutoStore’s Revenue Comes From Existing Customers
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Despite minor challenges in order intake and slight decreases in revenue, AutoStore's profitability remains strong,

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AutoStore in Action: Fulfilling eGrocer Orders at La Fourche
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AutoStore in Action: Fulfilling eGrocer Orders at La Fourche
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25 000 bacs qui sont manipulés par 112 robots dans un incroyable ballet au millimètre près.

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