DSV and Exotec announce a strategic partnership

The Skypod system optimises fulfilment processes using goods-to-person robotics

DSV, a global leader in transport and logistics, has entered into a partnership with Exotec, a specialist in warehouse robotics. Exotec has fitted out DSV’s logistics centre in Venlo with the complete Skypod system.

Thanks to around a hundred autonomous Skypod robots, DSV is modernising its warehouse operations and taking a significant step forward in optimising the supply chain in the Netherlands.

The Skypod system supports fulfilment operations for various retail brands and manages around 90,000 containers and trays. This solution enables DSV to rapidly increase its operational capacity and storage density without the need for significant structural changes, whilst easily adapting to fluctuations in demand and product range.

To find out more about logistics automation solutions based on goods-to-person technology, please visit the page dedicated to Exotec’s Skypod system.

Greater performance, flexibility and scalability

The goods-to-person solution boosts operational efficiency and improves the flexibility and scalability of the warehouse.

This enables DSV to consistently meet strict service level agreements (SLAs), keep operating costs under control and ensure continuity and efficiency even during peak periods, such as seasonal campaigns.

The facility, which also includes a mezzanine floor dedicated to returns processing, incorporates advanced features such as:

• automatic opening of boxes;
• automatic box sealing;
• automated labelling.

These features help to make the logistics process even more efficient and automated.

A strategic solution for the retail and e-commerce sectors

“We are proud to be supporting DSV in optimising its Venlo site,” says Jan Heijblom, Senior Sales Executive at Exotec Benelux.

“Our Skypod system is designed for environments that demand high standards of speed, precision and scalability. These aspects are crucial for leading 3PL logistics operators such as DSV, which must consistently deliver high performance and maximum flexibility. The solution is perfectly suited to the dynamics of the retail and e-commerce sectors.”

Barbara Klep, Managing Director of DSV’s Contract Logistics division, adds:

“In our warehouse, we use state-of-the-art storage systems and innovative automation solutions to best meet our customers’ needs and growth objectives.

The Skypod system gives us the agility we need to adapt quickly to change, whilst maintaining high levels of service and sustainable performance.

“In this way, Exotec helps to make distribution from the Netherlands more reliable, efficient and sustainable.”

Exotec is revolutionising automated warehouse management

Exotec is one of the world’s leading companies in warehouse automation and develops flexible and reliable robotic solutions for modern fulfilment processes.

By designing and manufacturing technologies and systems in-house, Exotec acts as a fully integrated automation partner, reducing complexity and risks and speeding up implementation times compared with traditional systems.

Over 50 international brands, including Carrefour, Decathlon and UNIQLO, rely on Exotec’s solutions to improve their operations at more than 200 sites worldwide.

You can also find out more about some case studies of logistics automation implemented using the Skypod system, including the projects developed for Carrefour and Decathlon.

DSV: the strength of a global logistics network

DSV aims to ensure the continuity and efficiency of its customers’ supply chains.

Every year, it handles millions of shipments, offering reliable transport and logistics services by air, sea, road and rail in an ever-changing global environment.

The company’s vision is to create sustainable growth and long-term value for customers, employees, shareholders and the community.

With around 150,000 employees across more than 90 countries, DSV places the customer experience, service quality and sustainability at the heart of its business strategy.

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