Logistex & Yusen Logistics Win Best Use of Robotics Award 2026
Logistex, alongside Yusen Logistics, has been crowned winner of ‘The Best Use of Robotics’ at the prestigious Supply Chain Excellence Awards 2026, recognising the innovation, collaboration and advanced automation technology behind Yusen Logistics’ Sustainable Distribution Centre (SDC) in Northampton.
The award marks a significant achievement for both organisations, highlighting their shared commitment to transforming warehouse operations through intelligent robotics, integrated automation and cutting-edge software solutions.
Recognising Excellence in Robotics and Automation
The Supply Chain Excellence Awards celebrate outstanding achievements across the logistics and supply chain industry, recognising organisations that demonstrate innovation, operational excellence and a commitment to advancing the sector.
Winning The Best Use of Robotics category is a testament to the scale, complexity and technological ambition of the automation solution delivered at Yusen Logistics’ Sustainable Distribution Centre, located at SEGRO Park Northampton.
As systems integrator, Logistex has played a pivotal role in designing and delivering a sophisticated automation solution that brings together multiple robotic technologies within a fully integrated warehouse environment.
The award recognises not only the technologies deployed but also the collaboration and engineering expertise required to deliver a solution of this scale.
Delivering Automation on an Exceptional Scale
At the heart of this award-winning project is one of the UK's most ambitious warehouse automation installations.
The Northampton facility brings together a diverse range of automated technologies, all designed to work seamlessly within a highly coordinated operation.
The solution includes:
Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) supporting flexible and efficient movement of goods throughout the facility.
Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs), supporting the automated transportation and movement of pallets throughout the facility.
Aisle-changing AS/RS cranes, alongside seven fixed-aisle cranes, supporting high-density automated storage and retrieval.
Automated four-way pallet shuttles, including four-dimensional shuttle technology operating within temperature-controlled environments.
Connecting these technologies is Logistex's LWS Reflex software, providing integrated warehouse management, execution and control capabilities to coordinate the movement of goods and optimise operations.
The project also incorporates Logistex's Analytex reporting and analytics capabilities, providing valuable operational insights to support ongoing performance and continuous improvement.
By combining these technologies within a single integrated solution, Logistex and Yusen Logistics are demonstrating the potential of robotics to support increasingly sophisticated supply chain operations.
A Partnership Built on Innovation and Collaboration
Delivering a project of this magnitude requires more than advanced technology. It demands close collaboration, technical expertise and a shared vision between everyone involved.
From the initial design and engineering stages through to installation, integration and commissioning, teams across Logistex, Yusen Logistics and their technology partners have worked collectively to bring the project to life.
The successful integration of multiple automation technologies highlights the importance of a coordinated approach to modern warehouse design, where individual systems work together to deliver a unified operational solution.
Winning this award reflects the dedication, knowledge and commitment of the teams who continue to drive the project forward.
Shaping the Future of Warehouse Automation
As supply chains face increasing pressure to improve efficiency, resilience and flexibility, robotics and intelligent automation are becoming increasingly important to warehouse operations.
The Yusen Logistics Sustainable Distribution Centre demonstrates how a carefully integrated combination of robotics, automated storage systems and intelligent software can support these evolving requirements.
For Logistex, the award reinforces its position as a leading systems integrator, capable of delivering complex, large-scale automation solutions tailored to the demands of modern supply chains.
It also represents another important milestone in the company's continued commitment to engineering innovation and developing solutions that help customers prepare for the future.
Celebrating a Collective Achievement
Logistex would like to extend its congratulations and appreciation to Yusen Logistics, its technology partners and everyone who has contributed to the integration of this exceptional project.
Receiving The Best Use of Robotics award at the Supply Chain Excellence Awards 2026 is a proud moment for all involved and represents the ambition, vision, expertise and teamwork behind the Northampton installation.
As the project continues to progress, both organisations remain focused on building upon this achievement and demonstrating what is possible through intelligent, integrated warehouse automation.
An outstanding achievement, a significant industry recognition and another step forward in the future of warehouse automation.
About Logistex
Logistex is a leading UK warehouse automation solutions provider and systems integrator, specialising in the design, delivery and support of automated warehouse and distribution solutions. Through a combination of innovative technologies, intelligent software and engineering expertise, Logistex helps organisations optimise their logistics operations and meet evolving supply chain challenges.
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