Alkhorayef Commercial Company partners with XSQUARE Technologies to elevate logistics automation in Saudi Arabia
The collaboration will bring together ACC's strong presence in the Saudi market and its expertise in logistics solutions with XSQUARE's state-of-the-art automation technologies – including Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) and intelligent orchestration systems – to deliver tailored, efficient, and future-ready intralogistics solutions.
Through this agreement, both companies will jointly explore opportunities to implement automation systems in key logistics zones, with a focus on pilot initiatives and live demonstrations that highlight the practical benefits of AMRs in improving operational efficiency, safety, and scalability.
Fahad AlJaddan, CEO of Alkhorayef Commercial Company, remarked: "At ACC, we're always looking to drive innovation that adds value to our customers and the wider logistics sector. Our partnership with XSQUARE is a strategic move that aligns with our ambition to enable smarter, more agile supply chains in Saudi Arabia. Together, we aim to introduce cutting-edge automation that supports Vision 2030 and sets a new benchmark for operational excellence.'
ACC will play a key role in facilitating market entry and adaptation for XSQUARE's solutions by leveraging its deep industry relationships and knowledge of local logistics challenges. ACC will also lead customer engagement, support deployment, and provide strategic feedback to ensure a strong market fit.
XSQUARE Technologies will contribute with its technological know-how, offering training, integration support, and access to dedicated experts who will assist in localizing the solutions for the Saudi market and executing successful pilots.
Jens Bohnwagner, CEO of XSQUARE Technologies, said: "We're thrilled to partner with ACC, a company that shares our vision for transforming logistics through innovation. Their established reputation and insight into the Saudi market make them an ideal collaborator. This partnership gives us the opportunity to demonstrate how adaptable and impactful our solutions can be in one of the region's most dynamic logistics environments.'
This agreement marks the beginning of a long-term collaboration focused on modernizing Saudi Arabia's logistics infrastructure through technology, innovation, and shared expertise.
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