Shorter Delivery Times and Tailored Ecommerce Are Here to Stay

Karl Johan, CEO and President of Autostore System, spoke to The Logistics Point about the future of automation and robotics in the supply chain. What is the main goal of the Innovation Hub? The main goal of the Innovation Hub is to provide our clients with access to the latest innovation and R&D programmes in […]

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SoftBank to Acquire 40% of AutoStore

AutoStore, a leading global robotics and software company, today announced that SoftBank has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire 40% of AutoStore from funds affiliated with Thomas H. Lee Partners, L.P. (“THL”) and EQT Private Equity (“EQT”), among other shareholders. THL will continue to be AutoStore’s majority shareholder and THL, SoftBank and EQT will […]

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From earthquakes to multi-climate simulations: AutoStore unveils Innovation Hub to test and replicate supply chain environments

AutoStore, the leading robotic technology company, can today unveil its new Innovation Hub located in Karmøy, Norway, a pioneering new center for testing and replicating diverse in-store and warehouse environments. As the suppliers of robotic storage and fulfilment technology for Puma, Gucci and Asda among many global brands, AutoStore is experiencing a continued growth in […]

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Micro-fulfilment will redefine retail logistics

James Smith, Managing Director at Autostore System, UK and Ireland, spoke to The Logistics Point about the lessons companies learnt during the last year and what it will take for the supply chain to transform. James will deliver the keynote session at the micro-fulfilment conference, organised by The Logistics Point, on 9th March. 2020 was […]

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