Coesia, among the 1600+ exhibitors at LogiMAT, in Hall 8 – Booth 8C21, seeks to respond to this need with an integrated portfolio covering packaging, handling and palletizing, aiming to position itself as a technology partner capable of operating consistently across the entire order fulfillment flow.

“Ecommerce has transformed the warehouse into an environment where every order is a case of its own. Different products, different formats, different timing, and the constant need to optimize every phase,” says Alessandro Parimbelli, CEO of Coesia. “The solutions we bring to LogiMAT come from this context: automation that adapts to the real flow of operations, not the other way around. Every shipment with empty space is a cost that someone ultimately pays — whether the manufacturer, the distributor or the planet. Our goal is to eliminate such costs through packaging that adapts to the product and delivers measurable results from the very day one. Our approach brings together the key elements of mechanical automation, digital integration and modular architecture. In this way, customers can configure lines that closely match their processes, improving operational efficiency and optimizing the use of packaging materials.”

According to recent market analyses,the global market for automated e-commerce packaging solutions is expected to grow at a compound annual rate of over 16% in the next five years, driven by the need to reduce operating costs, increase fulfillment speed and optimize shipping volumes. Warehouses must be able to handle heterogeneous products in terms of size and characteristics while maintaining high standards for traceability, accuracy and speed in order preparation. Automation therefore represents a decisive factor in ensuring operational continuity, cost control and service quality.

Solutions on show

SELECTA is System Digital’s solution — a Coesia Group company — for the automated handling of pre-formed paper bags in ecommerce fulfillment. The system is designed to eliminate one of the most common bottlenecks in packaging operations: the manual selection of the most suitable format for the product.

Once it receives the dimensional data of the product from the customer’s management system or through direct acquisition via incoming scanning, SELECTA automatically selects the correct bag among the formats available in stock. The bag is then picked, opened and presented to the operator in an ergonomic position for quick loading. Once the product is inserted, the system performs the sealing, applies the shipping label and transfers the package to the outgoing line, ready for logistics.

The result is a faster, more precise and more sustainable process. Packaging calibrated to the product means less material used, reduced shipping volumes and a customer experience cared for down to the last detail. SELECTA manages five bag formats — from Small (300×250 mm) to XXL (600×450 mm) — with productivity of up to 530 pieces per hour in a fully automated configuration.

System Digital – ELEVA

ELEVA is System Digital’s modular platform for the automated handling of corrugated cardboard boxes in intralogistics. The system integrates functional modules for box erecting, dynamic height adjustment, closing and labeling. The height-reduction module operates continuously rather than discretely, processing boxes with different bases in sequence without requiring mechanical changeovers between formats. ELEVA reads the height of the inserted product and automatically adjusts the cardboard, eliminating empty space, improving load stability and reducing transport costs. Throughput reaches up to 600 units per hour.

The modular architecture is designed to evolve over time, with each module able to be operated independently or integrated into a complete line, allowing the system to be configured according to the available layout and the desired level of automation. At LogiMAT 2026, ELEVA will be presented through technical materials and dedicated insights at the booth.

FlexLink – RC12 Collaborative Palletizer

Completing the logistics offering, Coesia presents RC12 by FlexLink, a collaborative palletizing system designed for flexible applications in warehouses and distribution centres. RC12 integrates a collaborative robot for pallet handling and re-organization, facilitating transfer operations and load reconfiguration according to operational needs. The configuration interface allows palletizing patterns to be defined quickly, facilitating adaptation to the variable flows typical of e-commerce and modern distribution.

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OPO Oeschger is a Swiss family-owned company headquartered in Kloten, founded in 1926 and now employing around 300 people. With a range of more than 70,000 items, OPO Oeschger is one of the leading suppliers of fittings and components for carpenters, wood, glass, and metal construction, as well as for schools and resellers. In addition to furniture and kitchen fittings, the range also includes door and building fittings, machines, and tools. In its logistics, OPO Oeschger consistently relies on highly automated processes to deliver not only quickly but also reliably. Order picking is also being specifically developed with new technologies to meet increasing demands.

When standard solutions don’t help

Many processes in logistics at OPO Oeschger are already automated. Nevertheless, the goal was to identify new potential. There was a particular need for action in the area of order picking. Although an automated small parts warehouse was in place, items were still being picked manually. Since the warehouse building offers only limited space and the processes are precisely coordinated with the conveyor technology, the new solution had to be implementable without major interventions.

Adjustments to the conveyor technology or upstream control processes were out of the question. The solution had to integrate seamlessly into an existing workplace without imposing new processes. This is precisely where other providers who offered only standardized systems failed. OPO Oeschger, on the other hand, was specifically looking for a solution that would fit into the existing system and could realistically replicate the behavior of a human picker.

The robot picks what fits

Sereact impressed OPO Oeschger with its willingness to consistently adapt to the existing framework conditions. “The Sereact team came to our site, took a close look at our processes, and very quickly understood how they work,” explains Daniel Schütz, Operations Manager Logistics at OPO Oeschger.

“While other providers proposed standard solutions, we were able to implement individual requirements together with Sereact.”

The picking robot was integrated into an existing picking workstation. Instead of adapting the environment, the robot was designed to perform the tasks of a human employee as realistically as possible: it picks up target cartons and places them in two target locations. If requested to pick up a destination container, the robot first removes the anti-slip mat from the container. The robot then removes items from a source container and places them in the prepared destination carton or container. These are then sent on to the conveyor system for further processing.

A prerequisite for commissioning was a targeted adaptation of the interface in the warehouse management system, which was implemented without any problems in cooperation with TGW Logistics. This meant that only orders suitable for automated picking could be forwarded to the robot. The selection of suitable items is carried out directly by OPO in the item master. The actual picking and placement logic — i.e., the decision on how to place and stack items in the box—is entirely controlled by Sereact’s AI-supported control system. No product training was necessary. The AI solution takes care of product recognition, selection, and picking independently. The precision of the solution is particularly evident with items for which the cardboard packaging has been calculated exactly. Targeted preselection is crucial for the stability of the process.

An employee who doesn’t need a break

With the use of the picking robot, OPO Oeschger has taken an important step toward future-oriented logistics processes. The robot reliably performs standardized picking tasks that were previously covered by manual labour, thus creating a noticeable reduction in the daily workload. It works stably and reliably, especially with items that meet clearly defined criteria. Technically, the robot would be capable of significantly higher performance. At OPO, however, the speed was deliberately throttled in order not to overload the existing structural structure. In its current configuration, its performance is roughly equivalent to that of half a full-time employee. This deliberate limitation is part of a strategic approach.

OPO is using the project to learn specifically how AI-based robotics can be integrated into existing processes and what conditions need to be created for later scaling. At the same time, the expertise of the employees remains central: they now focus more on complex picking processes that involve handling flexible or sensitive products, for example. The combination of robot-assisted automation and human experience increases overall efficiency and process quality. Items that are not suitable for the robot are specifically excluded in the warehouse management system. For OPO Oeschger, the use of this technology was not a measure to reduce staff. Rather, the focus is on gaining knowledge. The aim is to further develop the system in a targeted manner and make it scalable.

What works today will continue to grow tomorrow

The experience gained from the project forms the basis for future automation projects at OPO Oeschger. The company is already working with Sereact and TGW Logistics to further develop the interface logic. The aim is to control even more precisely which items the robot can handle in the future, even for more complex orders with mixed items. In the medium term, the picking robot will interact intelligently with manual workstations and automate where it makes economic and procedural sense.

“We deliberately viewed the project as an investment in know-how,” explains Schütz. “We also wanted to learn at an early stage how picking robots can be meaningfully integrated into our processes, with a view to today’s operations and future logistics strategies.”

The aim is also to increase the utilization of the existing robot. The use of additional units is also planned for the future. Based on the knowledge gained, a scalable solution is to be developed that fits seamlessly into future infrastructures and consistently exploits the potential for automation. With the knowledge gained, OPO Oeschger and Sereact are working together to further optimize logistics processes in order to reap the full benefits of automation in the long term.

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Let’s start with new products – tell us about the new BG Pouch System with AutoDrop function. Specifically, how will it improve operations for customers, and what benefits can they expect?

BG Pouch System with AutoDrop enables fully automatic and contactless unloading of pouches. It is ideal for single-unit handling, but is also capable of combining items in any desired sequence. This improves distribution and reverse logistics across multiple fulfilment and returns operations.

For example, the system can fulfil store replenishment orders to fit the store’s specific layout, increasing productivity and freeing up staff for customer service. It easily accommodates value-added services, such as placing gift cards or greeting cards in an order. It also achieves fast, automated reworking of returns, making items immediately available for resale and significantly reducing handling time and costs.

BG Pouch System with AutoDrop requires approximately 30% less space than conventional picking systems and can be mounted in the ceiling, saving valuable floor space. The modular design also allows the system to be scaled up quickly and easily as needed.

You’re known for pallet packaging technology. What are the benefits of Beumer‘s Stretch Hood technology?

Our patented Stretch Hood is a custom-designed, automated end-of-line solution for packing pallets economically, safely, and automatically. The technology uses cold-stretchable films, which eliminates heat exposure and air-cooling to achieve very low operating costs. It can be implemented as an integrated or stand-alone system and is suitable for diverse applications, from high-value electronics to construction materials.

It offers security, protection, efficiency and versatility. The seal prevents tampering and pilfering, with any attempt to undo the seal being immediately evident. The technology guards against moisture, dirt ingress, spoilage, and damage during storage and transit. Efficiency results from the repeatable accuracy and consistency enabled by automation, also minimising the scope for human error in the critical final packaging phase.

It also has the versatility to apply transparent film for visibility or opaque film for high-value goods where security is paramount.

You’re bringing an Innovation Corner to LogiMAT in March. What can visitors expect from this?

Our Innovation Corner at LogiMAT will showcase the latest advances in robotics, software, and data analytics. This space highlights how cutting-edge technology and proven products combine to deliver real value for intralogistics.

Visitors can explore scalable solutions for warehouse and distribution operations, gain insights into digital transformation strategies, and engage directly with Beumer experts on future trends. The Innovation Corner reflects our broader Innovation Centre concept, which drives R&D and continuous portfolio development to meet evolving industry needs.

Let’s move on to the Customer Diagnostic Centre and its role in optimisation and predictive maintenance. What does that mean in practice? Can you give specific examples of what it does and how operators can deploy it?

Analysing and interpreting operational data is a complex and resource-intensive task that requires serious investment, which can detract from your core business. Beumer Group’s Customer Diagnostic Centre offers logistics companies access to data-driven services and expertise whenever they need it.

Our diagnostic experts monitor and analyse your operational data, anticipate issues and act proactively, remotely or on-site, to support predictive maintenance, process optimisation, and system diagnostics. Individual services range from an emergency hotline to cybersecurity support and can be used in any combination to meet customer needs.

In one instance, data analysis revealed that a customer had unused capacity of 40%, even though they believed they were at their operational limits. Guided by the results, the customer was able to implement efficiencies and meet continuing demand without the need for a major expansion.

You have recently announced new manufacturing facilities in China and India. Could this negatively impact the perception of Beumer as a premium European manufacturer?

Our China and India facilities have been developed to manufacture in line with Beumer’s global standards, ensuring equally high levels of quality and engineering excellence. The high-tech plants are integrated into our worldwide manufacturing network and run by trained teams, delivering the craftsmanship and reliability customers expect from our brand. These sites bring us closer to regional customers, enabling faster delivery and support.

You describe your strategy as “value-driven.” What does this mean in practice for customers?

Our four values – reliable, down-to-earth, ambitious, collaborative – guide decisions and build trust-based and long-term relationships. We never cut corners: we promise only what we can deliver, so systems perform reliably for years. We prioritise long-term partnerships over one-off deals; our customer support accompanies clients across the entire equipment lifecycle. In short, being value-driven aligns every action to create sustainable success, placing trust, superior quality, and long-term outcomes over quick wins.

What is BEAM and what is it for? Can you tell us about recent success stories and what they bring to the Group?

BEAM, launched in 2018, is Beumer’s startup incubator and innovation engine. It systematically builds new, digital business ideas that complement our intralogistics portfolio. We partner with entrepreneurs and internal experts, providing industry know-how, funding, and a safe space to scale.

Two startups now integrated into Beumer are Codept and Elara. Codept (founded 2019) offers a cloud-based logistics integration platform connecting online retailers with 3PLs, streamlining data exchange across shops and warehouse systems and drastically reducing onboarding time and IT effort. Elara (started 2020) is a cloud-based maintenance management software for centralising assets and service activities, enabling predictive maintenance to prevent downtime, optimise spare parts, and lower operating costs through transparency and data-driven insights. Both expand our digital services portfolio.

I saw an interesting quote from, Dr Christoph Beumer, the former CEO and now chair of the Advisory Board: “As a family business, we think in generations, not quarters”. What does this mean? What decisions can you point to that prove this philosophy to customers and prospects?

We judge major decisions by their decade-long impact on our customers and company. As a family-owned business, we reinvest for sustainable growth and innovation rather than maximise short-term profit. This financial prudence gives us independence to make bold, future-oriented investments, such as new factories in China and India.

‘Thinking in generations’ also shapes relationships: we seek lifetime partnerships, not quick sales. Our customer support team supports every installation for its entire life (and beyond), while customer partnerships and employee development are built on trust and longevity. This approach – proven over more than 90 years – keeps Beumer a reliable, forward-looking partner in a (sometimes) uncertain world, year after year and generation after generation.

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The new CMC SV-Box represents a significant evolution in automated packaging. Designed specifically for e-commerce and omnichannel fulfillment, the CMC SV-Box is the first and only fully automated, box-last, right-sized vertical packer. Unlike traditional box-first systems that rely on predefined carton sizes and WMS data to estimate box dimensions, the CMC SV-Box builds each box only after the actual products are measured in real time.

Using high-resolution cameras and advanced cubic-read technology, the system captures the true dimensions of each order directly from the physical items.

With an output of up to 500 perfectly right-sized boxes per hour and an ultra-compact footprint of just 10 m²/ 110 sq. ft. – compared to the more than 100 m²/ 1000 sq. ft. typically required by conventional right-sized packaging machines – the CMC SV-Box redefines compact automation, fitting seamlessly into brownfield environments and space-constrained facilities.

Conceived as an entry-level automation solution for SMEs yet fully scalable for complex intralogistics systems, it embodies CMC’s commitment to performance, flexibility, and customer-centric packaging while delivering a typical ROI of under two years. Through a cut-to-size process from an innovative single-wall corrugated reel, the solution reduces corrugated consumption and packaging waste by up to ~60% improving transport efficiency and supporting compliance with the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) and other emerging global sustainability standards.

At LogiMAT in March and MODEX in April, the company will also showcase a fully integrated Pick2Pack process, demonstrating how e-fulfilment centres can achieve higher efficiency, accuracy, and scalability through end-to-end automation. Pick2Pack has become a critical capability for modern e-commerce and omni-channel fulfilment operations, enabling orders to move seamlessly from storage to right-sized packaging with minimal or zero manual handling. By eliminating intermediate handling steps, Pick2Pack processes reduce labour dependency, increase throughput, improve order accuracy, and support faster order cycle times, key requirements in today’s high-volume, high-variability fulfilment environments.

This approach also aligns with the growing industry trend toward dark factories, where highly automated systems operate with minimal human intervention. Dark warehouses not only address labour availability challenges but also enable 24/7 operations, consistent performance, and improved workplace safety.
The core of CMC’s Pick2Pack showcase is the CMC Genesys with Vary-Tote solution. This technology enables seamless integration with any AS/RS, supporting true one-touch and zero-touch processes from picking to right-sized packaging. Orders can be automatically inducted, consolidated, and packed with minimal/zero manual input, ensuring optimal box sizing, no void fill and lower shipping costs.

Tania Torcolacci, Head of Global Strategic Partnerships commented: “This unique showcase will be supported by leading industry technology partners. True automation is no longer about individual technologies performing well in isolation, it’s about how seamlessly they work together to create a continuous pick-to-pack flow”.

Francesco Ponti, CEO at CMC Packaging Automation says: “Through its presence at these events, CMC Packaging Solutions reinforces its role as a technology partner for companies seeking to transform packaging from a manual cost center into a strategic, automated, and sustainable component of their logistics operations.”

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This episode uncovers how these innovative leasing models allow businesses to upgrade, expand, or pivot their technology investments without the burdens of ownership. By shifting from capital expenditure to operational expenditure, companies can maintain cash flow, adapt to technological changes swiftly, and mitigate risks associated with asset obsolescence. Gregg provides real-world examples of how businesses, from small enterprises to large corporations, have successfully leveraged these financial strategies to enhance their operations.

Listeners will gain insights into avoiding common pitfalls in automation projects, such as neglecting crucial data insights or underestimating budgets. This episode is a must-listen for logistics managers, operations directors, and entrepreneurs eager to stay competitive in a tech-driven market. With Paul Hamblin’s engaging hosting style, this episode promises to be both informative and inspiring.

Tune in to the full episode below and discover how flexible financing can revolutionize your logistics operations.

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For the first time, the podcast has been recorded at Logistics Business headquarters, bringing the conversation into our own studio environment ahead of its release. The episode is hosted by Logistics Business Editor Paul Hamblin, with Gregg Collett, UK Managing Director at CHG‑MERIDIAN UK, joining us in person for a wide‑ranging discussion on technology, investment and long‑term thinking in logistics and supply chain operations.

From events to headquarters

Over the past year, Logistics Business Conversations has been recorded in a variety of formats. We’ve captured live, in‑person discussions at major industry events including IMHX, and this year at Multimodal, and Parcel and Post Expo, allowing us to sit down with industry leaders in the middle of the action. Alongside this, many episodes have been recorded remotely using our online digital studio, enabling us to connect with guests across the UK, Europe and beyond.

Recording this episode at our headquarters marks the next step in the evolution of the series. An in‑house setup allows for deeper, more focused conversations, while maintaining the informal and practical tone that listeners expect from the podcast.

What to expect from the episode

In this episode, Paul and Gregg discuss:

• How organisations are approaching technology investment in an uncertain economic climate
• The role of flexible financing and lifecycle management in logistics operations
• What end users should consider when planning long‑term digital and automation strategies

The conversation reflects the podcast’s core aim: sharing practical insight from across the logistics, materials handling and supply chain sectors, grounded in real‑world experience.

Release date and schedule

This episode of Logistics Business Conversations will be released on Monday 2 February, as part of our regular podcast schedule, with new episodes published every other Monday.

The full conversation will be available to watch and listen to via Logistics Business channels once live. We’ll continue to record episodes both on the road at key industry events and at Logistics Business headquarters throughout the year.

Stay tuned for more in‑depth conversations with industry experts, solution providers and end users from across the logistics sector.

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The C-1000 Case Erector is renowned for its efficiency and square cases. It produces up to 30 cases per minute with flexible dimensions ranging from 200 x 150x 150 mm to 500 x 325 x 520 mm. Users reliably receive right-angled shipping cartons that provide maximum stability and are ideal for transportation.
The case erector produces 90-degree angles regardless of the type of the corrugated board, changing temperatures or humidity and varying plano dimensions. Users are assured of rectangular shipping boxes that are ideal for the logistics chain and offer maximum stability. Depending on customer preference, the bottom of the case is sealed with Hotmelt or tape.

Space saving

The C1000 case erector can however also be multiplied with 2-3 or 4 magazines then called Multi Format Case erector. The MFC increases the flexibility of the packaging process by allowing cases of different sizes to be erected with just one machine. This compact solution has up to four magazines that can be configured separately and filled during operation. This allows different case sizes to be produced on a single machine without the need for changeovers or production interruptions. The MFC saves valuable production space compared to using multiple conventional case erectors with a single magazine. Even more space is saved thanks to the central output point for the cases, as there is no need to combine different conveyors into a single output system.

Choice of many cases sizes

The MFC can handle cases with dimensions ranging from 200 x 150 x 150 mm to a maximum of 620 x 450 x 650 mm. The maximum throughput speed is 1080 cases per hour. The MFC is also equipped with Lantech’s Total Control System. This ensures accurate control during the erection process, resulting in perfectly square cases. These square cases prevent jamming and are easier to load, stack and palletize.

Lock loads to pallets

For professional securing of loads on pallets, Lantech offers an efficient packaging solution with the QL400XT semi-automatic pallet wrapper. This machine reduces each wrapping process by two minutes per cycle by automatically attaching the film to the pallet and cutting it after wrapping. This is made possible by the patented ‘XT Cut and Clamp’ function, which is purely mechanical and requires no compressed air or electricity.

Another advantage is the intelligent ‘Load Guardian’ control system. The system creates special profiles with the correct tension for frequently occurring loads. This saves time and prevents operating errors. The QL-400XT stretch wrapper can process up to 35 pallet loads per hour, with a maximum diagonal of 1830 mm and a maximum height of 2030 mm. The processed film can be pre-stretched up to 300 per cent.

Visit Lantech at Logimat Hall 1 Stand B72 from 24th – 26th of March in Suttgart

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Sustaining growth through smarter logistics

In recent years, Volpak’s growth has accelerated, driven by the global success of flexible pouches — a format that fits the modern, fast-moving lifestyle and offers strong sustainability advantages. As demand and production volumes grew, so did the internal movement of parts and sub-assemblies, putting pressure on both space and workforce. The company faced a clear challenge: how to handle higher logistics complexity while maintaining flexibility, quality, and efficiency within the existing footprint.

From push to pull: a new logistics philosophy

Volpak’s answer was a complete shift from a ‘push’ to a ‘pull’ material-flow model, where every movement responds directly to production demand. The first milestone came two years ago with the introduction of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) that deliver selected components from the warehouse to the assembly lines. The new phase brings full system integration: a fully automated warehouse synchronized with three AMR connected to the production floor and synchronized with three AMRs, ensuring seamless, just-in-time delivery of materials.

A compact factory, a complex challenge

Volpak’s Barcelona site is spread across two levels — a configuration that naturally limits traditional warehouse expansion. To overcome this, the new system leverages vertical conveyors, high-density storage, and multi-level transport routes, creating a continuous material flow across the plant. The resulting architecture introduces a multi-level material-flow system designed to maximize capacity and minimize travel time. Each component, from inbound goods to production orders, is tracked and routed automatically through intelligent conveyors and buffer zones, linking warehouse, inspection, and assembly areas with precision timing.

Data, segmentation, and efficiency

Before implementation, Volpak performed a complete analysis of its more than 40,000 Stock Keeping Units (SKUs) — unique codes used to identify each part or component stored in the facility, classifying them into A-B-C categories based on frequency and movement. The resulting setup now dedicates high-throughput areas to ‘A’ parts (representing 80% of movements) while lower-demand components are efficiently stored in deep racks. The new automated storage system provides over 50% additional storage capacity and scalability, allowing the company to absorb an expanded SKU portfolio. The integration of autonomous robots that handle boxes directly within the racking system ensures high throughput with minimal footprint.

An ecosystem built for Lean excellence

The project consolidates Volpak’s ‘Lean Transformation’ path, which has already improved assembly areas and introduced Just-in-Time principles across operations. With the new setup, material preparation follows a ‘one-piece flow’ logic: production orders are assembled and delivered as complete kits, minimizing waiting times and ensuring that every group has exactly the parts needed to start work. The result is a faster, cleaner, and more ergonomic process that reduces handling, improves safety, and enhances operator efficiency.

Benchmark for operational future

Entirely designed and managed by Volpak’s internal teams — with Coesia’s engineering and digital expertise as enabler — the new intralogistics system represents a scalable model that could inspire similar evolutions across the Group. It embodies the convergence of Lean principles, smart automation, and advanced logistics design — proving that even a multi-level, space-constrained facility can achieve world-class operational excellence through intelligent planning and innovation. Looking ahead, Volpak’s new intralogistics architecture strengthens its role within Coesia’s long-term strategy, setting a clear path toward fully connected, Industry 4.0–ready operations and positioning the Barcelona plant as a reference model for future advancements across the Group.

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Speaking with Logistics Business at the show, Ian Wright interviewed Cristiano Cattan from Bonfiglioli, who emphasised the company’s full in-house development approach:

“AGVs and AMRs rely on Bonfiglioli’s components for long-term reliability. All mechanical parts, gearboxes, servo drives and motors are developed in-house in Italy. Because we control the full process, we can guarantee performance and quality without relying on external suppliers.”

Cattan noted that the parcel automation sector continues to evolve, leaving space for technical collaboration rather than standardised solutions:

“The market is not mature. R&D teams are still open to co-developing solutions. This gives us room to compare ideas and design something closely aligned to the customer’s operational requirements… every application is different, and solutions require fine tuning based on use case, location and performance needs.”

The company positions itself as a global partner for OEMs, offering support across service, spare parts, and post-sales. Its extensive production sites and distribution network span all continents, ensuring reliable delivery and customer support. A key advantage is the ability to provide highly customised solutions, from interchangeable mechanical couplings and firmware adjustments to software customisation and IoT-enabled inverters, tailored to meet the specific requirements of each client.

At the show, products highlighted included A Series helical bevel gearmotors for conveyors, BMD low-voltage brushless motors for AGVs and AMRs, BlueRoll and BMS wheel group solutions for mobile platforms, and the AxiaVert inverter series with integrated functional safety and multiprotocol fieldbus support.

The event reinforced a clear message: close technical collaboration and customised engineering remain key to supporting parcel and postal automation as the market continues to grow.

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At the NEC, Multimodal, Warehouse. Yard. and eDX will co-locate in adjoining halls, linked by walkthroughs for effortless visitor movement. Meanwhile, shuttle buses will connect The Road Transport Expo at NAEC Stoneleigh with the NEC, creating a seamless visitor experience across both venues. Together, these events will attract a shared audience of more than 25,000 logistics professionals.
More than a collaboration of exhibitions, UK Logistics Week will be the epicentre of UK logistics innovation and commerce.

Robert Jervis, Event Director of Multimodal, described the strategic decision as a natural and necessary evolution, focused entirely on delivering maximum value to the industry. “Multimodal has built a trusted, nearly two-decade-long legacy as the premier event for the movement of goods, connecting ports, shipping lines, air freight, rail freight, and the entire freight forwarding community. Our 2026 event was already on track to be a record-breaker, welcoming over 13,500 highly-engaged visitors and hundreds of exhibitors. This collaboration reflects that same drive to excel – it’s about enhancing the attendee experience and increasing tangible outcomes for our partners and exhibitors.

Nairn Foster, Managing Director of Warehouse. & Yard., told us:

“UK Logistics Week has been designed to offer unrivalled breadth and depth. Spanning every element of the logistics supply chain – from ports, freight and warehousing to yard management, last-mile delivery and road transport – it gives visitors the ability to see how the entire ecosystem connects. Yet it also allows professionals to focus in on their specific area of interest, whether that’s automation, fleet innovation, digital transformation or materials handling. Be seen where the industry gathers. Be part of UK Logistics Week.”

Logistics Business is the strategic media exhibitor sales partner for Warehouse. & Yard. and you can book your stand with us.

Powerful Collaboration Brings Logistics Supply Chain Together

Vic Bunby, Event Director of Road Transport Expo added: “We are delighted to be a core partner in UK Logistics Week. We know that being part of this initiative will not only give our exhibitors an enhanced experience – but all visitors to all of the shows will benefit – which can only be good. More content, more exhibitors, more networking and more time efficient for everyone. It’s a win-win.”

UK Logistics Week

Multimodal: The established core for freight, transport, supply chain management, and logistics services.
Warehouse 2026: Focused on warehouse innovation, automation, intralogistics, and operational excellence.

Yard 2026: The world’s only event dedicated exclusively to yard operations, safety, site flow, and infrastructure.
E-Delivery Expo (eDX): The vital new addition under the Multimodal umbrella, targeting last-mile fulfilment, digital delivery innovation, and e-commerce logistics.
RTX: The UK’s leading road transport event – held at NAEC Stoneleigh – is firmly established as the premier tradeshow for the road haulage industry. The show features over 300 exhibitors and attracts over 14,000 visitors.

The combined platform is projected to offer unmatched access to over 25,000 logistics professionals, including an estimated 6,000+ cross-sector buyers actively looking to invest across every single link in the supply chain.

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