New warehouse pioneers system only used in China
· Source: bbc.com
In short
Yusen Logistics UK has opened a 1.1m sq ft warehouse on the edge of Northampton in England's logistics "golden triangle", deploying a robotics and four-way conveyor goods-to-person system previously used only in China. The site, which currently employs 150 people but could grow to 500-900, focuses on business-to-business deliveries for electronics manufacturers and temperature-controlled pharmaceuticals. Company leaders say the technology changes the skill set needed, with more technicians and engineering roles, and describe the centre as a pioneering, sustainable distribution hub.
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Tags: warehouse, robotics, logistics, automation, distribution