April 2025 was an interesting month for the automated warehouse industry, and our readers were drawn to analysis of the impact of recent tariffs. Stories about new features and exciting deployments also drew your attention.
Here are the 10 most popular articles on this site from the past month. Subscribe to the Automated Warehouse Newsletter to stay updated and have the news delivered straight to your inbox.
10. Hyster makes wireless monitoring a standard lift truck feature
Hyster announced that it will include the base level of its Hyster Tracker telemetry as a standard feature on electric and internal combustion engine, or ICE, counterbalanced lift trucks and select stand-up lift trucks. The Tracker is the company’s wireless monitoring system. Read more.
9. Hyster releases pedestrian awareness camera for lift trucks
Hyster also expanded its Hyster Reaction lineup of operator-assist technologies with its pedestrian-awareness camera. The company said the system can accurately identify pedestrians at ranges up to 16 ft. (4.8 m) through a 110-degree field of view. It provides automatic alerts to the lift truck operator when a pedestrian is detected. Read more.
8. Theisen’s stores roll out Simbe Tally robots
Theisen’s Home•Farm•Auto offers a wide range of products, including farm and ranch supplies, pet food, home improvement essentials, and outdoor gear. Simbe Robotics in April 2025 said that its Tally inventory robots are now deployed at the retailer’ regional stores in Dubuque, Iowa; Dyersville, Iowa; and Jefferson, Wis. Read more.
7. Tariffs test supply chain resilience, show need for tech, says Infios
From the COVID-19 pandemic and economic fluctuations to today’s tariffs, supply chains have been constantly stress-tested. Companies worldwide are looking to robotics and software to help their operations be more resilient. Every challenge is an opportunity, noted Infios, formerly known as Körber Supply Chain Software. Read more.
6. Telefónica Tech and Dexory team up to automate warehouse inventories
Telefónica Tech, the digital business unit of Telefónica S.A., and Dexory, a provider of robotics and data intelligence, announced an alliance to promote automated warehouse management. The companies are participating in Advanced Factories, a European congress on industrial innovation in Barcelona. Read more.
5. Meili Robots launches Code License for its fleet management system in April 2025
As fleets of mobile robots scale, so must the software to manage them. Meili Robots announced the launch of the Code License offering, which provides full access to the software package of its Meili FMS fleet management system. It enables customers to run Meili FMS entirely on their own infrastructure, the company said. Read more.
4. Six effects April 2025 tariffs could have on the warehouse automation market
The latest round of tariffs introduced by U.S. President Donald Trump in April 2025 could create significant disruptions in global supply chains affecting multiple industries. Interact Analysis looked at the warehouse automation sector. Read more.
3. Robust.AI expands Carter robot capabilities, adds investors
Robust.AI announced upgrades to its flagship Carter robotic cart, new funding, and positive results from its partnership with DHL Supply Chain. The San Carlos, Calif.-based company was recognized with a 2025 RBR50 Robotics Innovation Award for Carter’s force-sensitive user interface. Read more.
2. Cartken releases robotic hauler that can work indoors and outdoors
Cartken, which previously specialized in last-mile delivery, last month launched the Cartken Hauler, which it described as “a robust, highly maneuverable robot with increased payload capacity.” The company designed the system to automate material handling in mixed outdoor/indoor environments for manufacturing facilities, warehouses, distribution centers, corporate campuses, and life sciences environments. Read more.
1. Meet the robots that keep DHL running
DHL is one of the world’s leading logistics providers, with more than 600,000 employees and a 2024 revenue of over $92 billion. To keep up with increasing demand and stay ahead of its competition, the Germany-based company uses robotics to support numerous warehousing and logistics tasks. Read more.
