Innovative Tech to Boost Online Grocery Delivery

  • Ocado and Aeon announce plans for a third Customer Fulfilment Centre (CFC) in Kuki-Miyashiro, Japan
  • The new facility is set to open in 2027
  • Aeon celebrates the first anniversary of its online grocery delivery brand
  • First CFC opened in Honda-cho, Midori-ku, Chiba-city in July 2023
  • Second CFC in Hachioji set to go live in 2026
  • Aeon to adopt Ocado’s On-Grid Robotic Pick technology for increased labour productivity
  • Ocado Group CEO Tim Steiner expresses excitement about the partnership

Ocado has announced plans for a third Customer Fulfilment Centre (CFC) in Kuki-Miyashiro, Japan as part of its partnership with Aeon. The two companies entered an exclusive deal in 2019 to develop the online operations of Aeon’s grocery business using Ocado Smart Platform (OSP). As Aeon celebrates the first anniversary of its online grocery delivery brand, the new facility will open in 2027. The first CFC opened in Honda-cho, Midori-ku, Chiba-city in July 2023 and a second CFC is set for Hachioji in 2026. Aeon will adopt Ocado’s On-Grid Robotic Pick technology to increase labour productivity and address Japan’s labour challenges. CEO Tim Steiner says they are excited about the partnership.

Factuality Level: 10
Factuality Justification: The article provides accurate and objective information about Ocado’s partnership with Aeon, the construction of a third Customer Fulfilment Centre, and the implementation of new technologies for increased efficiency and productivity.
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Financial Markets Impacted: Ocado and Aeon’s stocks
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