{"id":24013,"date":"2026-10-27T05:00:09","date_gmt":"2026-10-27T05:00:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/projectcargoglobal.com\/?p=24013"},"modified":"2026-10-26T12:03:24","modified_gmt":"2026-10-26T12:03:24","slug":"rhenus-introduces-new-smart-picking-technology-for-merck","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/projectcargoglobal.com\/?p=24013","title":{"rendered":"Rhenus introduces new smart picking technology for Merck"},"content":{"rendered":"

Rhenus has introduced a new smart order-picking solution for Merck at its dedicated logistics hub in Strasbourg, marking the latest step in a 16-year partnership between the companies. <\/strong><\/p>\n

The project follows the launch of a low-carbon logistics solution in Alsace in 2025 and underlines their shared focus on innovation, operational excellence and more sustainable logistics performance.<\/p>\n

The Rhenus hub in Strasbourg supports Merck\u2019s operations in Molsheim and processes around 2,800 orders a day across a continuous three-shift operation. At this scale, reliable processes are essential to secure product availability, picking accuracy and the level of service expected by customers.<\/p>\n

\u201cInnovation has always been central to our partnership with Merck,\u201d said Julien Brech, Operations Manager at the Rhenus Strasbourg site. \u201cThis project shows how close collaboration can deliver practical solutions that improve operational performance, reinforce quality assurance and create tangible value for our customer.\u201d<\/p>\n

Merck, a leading science and technology company active in healthcare, life science and electronics, operates in sectors where logistics reliability is a strategic requirement. To improve picking accuracy and reduce the risk of errors, Merck and Rhenus developed a solution tailored to the site\u2019s operational needs.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur shared objective with Rhenus was to improve customer satisfaction by ensuring that the right quantities are picked for every order,\u201d said Quentin Decoster, Distribution Manager at Merck\u2019s Molsheim site. \u201cIn an operation handling nearly 2,800 orders a day, continuous improvement is essential. By combining Rhenus\u2019 logistics expertise, Signature One\u2019s technological know-how and our own operational insight, we have developed a more accurate, efficient and reliable solution that reflects the complexity of our product range.\u201d<\/p>\n

Developed with Signature One, a specialist in logistics technology, the smart trolley brings together onboard weighing, visual guidance and digital quality-control features in one ergonomic platform designed for high-volume order-picking operations.<\/p>\n

\u201cMerck and Rhenus asked us to develop an order-picking solution that would be both faster and more reliable,\u201d said Jocelyn Drevet, Mechanical Design Manager at Signature One. \u201cWe designed a smart trolley that helps secure preparation processes while making operators\u2019 work easier. The main technical challenge was to integrate up to 30 scales on a single trolley, while balancing reliability, cost and integration quality. The result is an innovative solution built for a high-volume, performance-driven logistics environment.\u201d<\/p>\n

The smart trolley integrates several features designed to improve both picking reliability and the operator experience. Its onboard weight-control system automatically checks the quantities and weights selected during order preparation. The ergonomic design helps operators move efficiently from one order to the next, while light guidance supports faster picking. Onboard cameras make it possible to review orders afterwards when further analysis is required following a customer request. The trolleys are also colour-coded according to their type of use, giving teams clear visual cues on the warehouse floor and helping organise flows more effectively.<\/p>\n

In healthcare, life science and advanced technology sectors, order accuracy and traceability are critical. Even minor errors can cause disruption, delays or additional administrative workload. By combining automated weight control, ergonomic design, visual guidance and advanced quality-control tools, the solution helps secure the order-preparation process from start to finish.<\/p>\n

\u201cFeedback from the teams has been extremely positive,\u201d added Julien Brech. \u201cThanks to its intuitive design, the solution was quickly adopted by operators. The combination of weight control, visual guidance and digital quality-control tools strengthens process reliability and helps maintain a high level of service for Merck\u2019s customers.\u201d<\/p>\n

The new development builds on a long-standing collaboration between Rhenus and Merck. In 2025, the partners reached an important milestone with the deployment of a low-carbon logistics shuttle powered by B100 renewable biodiesel between Merck\u2019s Molsheim site and the Rhenus logistics hub in Strasbourg. The latest order-picking solution further reflects their shared ambition to improve logistics performance and service quality through practical innovation.<\/p>\n

The implementation is also a step forward in the digitalisation of logistics operations. In the next phase, the smart trolleys will be connected to an end-to-end order-preparation system covering the full operational flow, from truck unloading to final customer delivery.<\/p>\n

Over time, this integration will connect the trolleys with conveyors, on-demand packaging systems and other warehouse management tools, creating a more fluid, connected and high-performing logistics chain.<\/p>\n

Sixteen years after their collaboration began, Rhenus and Merck continue to focus on continuous improvement through solutions designed around real operational challenges. The latest deployment reflects their shared ambition to build a logistics model that is more reliable, efficient and aligned with customer expectations.<\/p>\n

 
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