Engineering and upkeep supplier HAECO has introduced a partnership with the Logistics and Provide Chain MultiTech R&D Centre (LSCM) to implement Autonomous Cellular Robotic (AMR) options at HAECO’s upkeep facility in Hong Kong.
The collaboration represents a major leap in technological purposes and operational innovation for HAECO, because it leverages robotics automation to spice up productiveness and effectivity.
The partnership combines HAECO’s plane upkeep experience with LSCM’s recognised R&D capabilities in robotics, automation, and sensible logistics to deploy an AMR resolution that optimises materials transport inside HAECO’s upkeep facility.
By enabling the in a single day supply of plane instruments and elements to upkeep bays, the automation expertise will streamline HAECO’s operations and expedite turnaround occasions for upkeep work the next day.
Summit Chan, group director of company improvement at HAECO, stated: “By automating the fabric supply course of, we allow our upkeep groups to give attention to high-value duties, enhancing each productiveness and turnaround occasions for HAECO.
“Our partnership with LSCM not solely enhances our technological capabilities but in addition aligns with our imaginative and prescient to assist Hong Kong’s innovation and expertise ecosystem.”
The AMR contains a rear-mounted trolley system able to transporting supplies of assorted styles and sizes, providing higher flexibility than conventional AMR methods that are restricted to plain pallets or mounted shelving.
Geared up with Simultaneous Localisation and Mapping (SLAM) expertise, the AMR can map their environment in actual time, decide their exact location and navigate autonomously by means of complicated hangar environments.
Moreover, the AMR can manoeuvre easily throughout uneven surfaces and tight areas, making certain protected, environment friendly and dependable materials supply.
The challenge was rolled out within the second quarter of 2025, with discipline trials set to begin within the fourth quarter.
Simon Wong, chief government at LSCM, stated: “We’re excited to collaborate with HAECO in growing robotics expertise to reinforce the effectivity of plane upkeep work and alleviate the workload of employees. We stay up for our additional collaboration within the automation of their upkeep facility, fostering the digitalisation of the trade.”
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