New high-tech Airbus Helicopters logistics hub opens in Spain
Airbus Helicopters has opened its new logistics hub in Albacete, Spain; utilising first-of-its kind automation and robotisation from lead logistics partner Daher.
The 50,000 square meter warehouse is located adjacent to the Airbus Helicopters production facility and is equipped with a highly automated and robotized storage system. The first of its kind in the aeronautics industry, this system uses cutting-edge technology from Exotec, a leading French warehouse automation systems specialist.
Equipped and operated by Daher, which also oversaw design of all aspects of the hub, the facility will eventually employ more than 300 people. “We’re proud to be putting our expertise and innovative capabilities to work for Airbus Helicopters, using technology that positions Daher firmly on the pathway towards Industry 4.0, and fully delivering on the goals of this project,” said Amyeric Daher, CEO of Daher’s Logistics division.
The company adds that the hub’s “ambitious and disruptive technologies” reduce the total amount of storage space required, while also significantly reducing the need for operators to move around the site. “Every aspect of the design focuses on optimising quality control, reducing human error, maximising safety and improving operator working conditions,” concludes Daher.
