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Exotec Boosts Skypod Warehouse Automation with Six New Spanish Clients

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Exotec by Dexter: Leading the Charge in Warehouse Automation in Spain

Exotec by Dexter stands at the forefront of intralogistics automation, providing scalable robotic solutions tailored to the needs of modern warehouses. In 2025, the company significantly expanded its footprint in Spain, integrating its innovative Skypod system in the facilities of six prominent national and international companies. This surge reflects Spain’s burgeoning interest in warehouse automation, with logistics investments seeing an impressive rise of 11.2% in 2024 alone.

The Landscape of Warehouse Automation in Spain

Spain has emerged as one of Europe’s most dynamic markets for warehouse automation. Industries such as healthcare, fashion, publishing, and veterinary medicine have begun to leverage cutting-edge technology to streamline operations and enhance efficiency. The introduction of advanced systems like Exotec’s Skypod is revolutionizing how these sectors operate, adapting to increasing demands for speed and accuracy.

Transformative Partnerships with Major Companies

Exotec’s recent partnerships span multiple sectors, showcasing the versatility and efficacy of the Skypod system.

Alliance Healthcare: Optimizing Pharmaceutical Services

In Viladecans (Barcelona), Alliance Healthcare has automated its warehouse using the Skypod system. This strategic move aims to enhance the efficiency and quality of their pharmaceutical services. Automatic order sequencing and complete order process integration are key features that promise to streamline operations and ensure timely deliveries in a sector where precision is paramount.

ESBO Logistics: A Revolutionary Approach to Multi-Client Operations

Setting a precedent in Spain, ESBO Logistics has become the first logistics operator to adopt the Skypod system. With a fleet of 48 robots operating at its Sallent center, ESBO is experiencing heightened productivity through the “product-to-person” model. The project, completed in merely six months, showcases how the system enables high scalability, allowing ESBO to cater to multiple clients across varying sectors efficiently.

Gepork Group: Pioneering Robotics in Veterinary Distribution

Gepork Group is making headlines by constructing Spain’s first fully robotized logistics center with Skypod technology. This ambitious facility will enable products to be stored up to 12 meters high, ensuring precise and rapid order picking. With an investment exceeding €11 million, the project is set to foster indirect employment and cement Gepork’s position as an innovator within the veterinary and swine genetics sectors.

Sport Street: Elevating Sports Retail Logistics

In Guadalajara, Sport Street is automating its warehouse to meet the skyrocketing demands of e-commerce and its international growth initiatives. Equipped with 18 robots and 20,000 bin locations, the Skypod system will not only quadruple storage density but also enhance ergonomics and simplify returns management. This transformation reflects Sport Street’s commitment to modernizing its logistics operations in this competitive landscape.

Penguin Random House: Setting Global Standards in Publishing

The publishing giant, Penguin Random House, has chosen the Skypod system for its new distribution center in Cerdanyola del Vallès. This integration will permit the handling of up to 25,000 orders daily, drastically improving productivity. Being the first large publishing group globally to incorporate such advanced automation technology, they also aim to bolster sustainability and ergonomic practices in their operations.

Hamelyn: Innovating the Circular Economy in Publishing

Hamelyn, a leader in the circular economy for the publishing sector, is set to implement the Skypod system in its logistics center in Coslada. With a staggering catalog of over one million SKUs, this undertaking will dramatically enhance productivity per operator while expediting order preparation and increasing storage capacity. Hamelyn’s commitment to sustainability and technological innovation makes it a model for international expansion.

Insights from Exotec’s Leadership

César Briones, managing director of Exotec by Dexter, emphasizes the substantial impact these projects have on Spain’s logistics landscape. He notes, “These projects reflect the momentum that logistics automation is experiencing in Spain, and the confidence generated by our flexible, modular and scalable model.” His vision includes partnering with companies to tackle both present and future challenges, delivering efficiency and a customer-centric approach.

Briones adds that “Skypod technology, implemented in over 100 projects across 15 countries, is redefining the future of intralogistics.” With Spain leading this transformation, the future of warehousing looks brighter than ever, driven by innovation and collaboration with forward-thinking companies.

As warehouse automation continues to make strides in Spain, Exotec by Dexter is at the helm, shaping the industry’s future with cutting-edge technology and impactful partnerships.

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