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Gatik gets independent safety validation from TUV SUD for autonomous logistics

Robotics Business Review

Founded in 2017, Gatik has developed autonomous vehicles ( AVs ) for middle-mile and short-haul logistics. based company launched its first driverless commercial transportation service with Walmart in 2021 and Kroger in 2023. The Mountain View, Calif.-based Isuzu Motors, Cummins, Ryder, and Goodyear are among Gatik’s partners.

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Zebra Technologies to acquire vision unit from Photoneo Brightpick Group

Robotics Business Review

The company spun off in 2021 from Photoneo Brightpick Group. In 2021, Zebra acquired autonomous mobile robot ( AMR ) provider Fetch Robotics for $290 million. Together, we will help our customers across automotive manufacturing, logistics, and other key markets maximize the potential of machine vision within their frontline operations.

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New multimillion-dollar Arnott Group facility

Manufacturer's Monthly

Our success is built upon strong partnerships with Australian suppliers and logistics providers. The site features three main manufacturing areas, including a dedicated allergen-free and extruded products zone, an R&D culinary centre and two logistics warehouses.

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Hyundai to buy ‘tens of thousands’ of Boston Dynamics robots

Robotics Business Review

While it hasn’t announced any paying customers, Apptronik has agreements with industry leaders Mercedes-Benz and GXO Logistics to test its Apollo humanoid in real-world applications. Hyundai acquired Boston Dynamics from SoftBank in 2021 for $880 million.

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Machine vision, automation streamline logistics and warehousing operations

Control Engineering

Autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) and automated guided vehicles (AGVs) used machine vision and sensing technologies to move around freely and a key part around automation when it comes to logistics. Worldwide, 131 billion parcels were shipped in 2020, according to the 2021 Pitney Bowes Parcel Shipping Index.

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Through the looking glass: six predictions for retailers and supply chains in 2021

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

With a vaccine expected imminently, 2021 brings fresh hope for the embattled retail industry, but the continued rise of ecommerce means that many of the challenges faced this year will likely be here to stay in the longer-term. 2020 has been a tough year for all businesses, but the retail sector has taken an especially hard hit.

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Rhenus to showcase total supply chain solution at ChemUK 2021

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

Logistics specialist Rhenus is set to showcase its supply chain expertise at this year’s ChemUK exhibition. The two-day event is running between 15 and 16 September at the NEC, Birmingham UK.