Is Your Warehouse Robot Ready?

April 4, 2018

The modern warehouse, distribution facility, and fulfillment center have always been a critical part of business operations, but the advent of robotics and digital transformation technologies has turned them into strategic sites for businesses to build a lean supply chain.

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BigLift Shipping B.V.

BigLift Shipping - member of Spliethoff Group - is one of the world’s leading heavy lift shipping companies, specialised in the worldwide ocean transportation of heavy lift and project cargoes. BigLift strives for operational excellence and reliability, adhering to the highest Safety, Health, Environment and Quality standards and operating to strict time schedules. Heavy lift transportation is a demanding business. Know-how and experience are vitally important.

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