American contract logistics provider GXO Logistics has successfully deployed a large-scale robotics solution for an unnamed sporting goods retailer in France.  

The robotics system will expedite order processing, bolster agility in responding to seasonal volume fluctuations and deliver significant efficiency savings. 

GXO Logistics has deployed 500 autonomous mobile robots that can manage 70,000 bins across the 5.5m-tall storage racks at the retailer’s sites. 

The solution implementation across more than 12,000m² of sites is part of GXO's complete transformation of its regional omnichannel supply chain. 

GXO stated that its robots enhance productivity, accuracy, and safety.

Their lightweight and easily transportable nature gives GXO the flexibility to swiftly relocate them within the warehouse or to other sites in response to seasonal demands. 

GXO chief automation officer Adrian Stoch said: “We’re pleased to have completed the successful implementation of this first-of-its-kind automated solution in Europe. 

“The success here is a reflection of the power and scale of our global team, where we have leveraged expertise and resources across our global network to support this first-time implementation in a new market.  

“Our operations-first approach to solution design has been instrumental in solving our customers’ challenges and furthering their strategic objectives.” 

GXO operates 70 warehouses throughout France.

In 2023, the company increased its total technology and automated systems by 50% compared to the previous year.  

It is expediting the integration of machine learning and artificial intelligence to amplify productivity benefits derived from automation. 

GXO recently entered a 20-year agreement to manage the operations of Levi Strauss & Co at the Dorsten distribution centre in Germany.