OMNIC set to launch an open parcel locker network in Saudi Arabia

OMNIC set to launch an open parcel locker network in Saudi Arabia

Omnic, an international research and development company specializing in automation and self-service solutions for the logistics, e-commerce, and retail sectors, has officially announced its foray into the Saudi Arabian market, is poised to revolutionize last-mile delivery by offering a shared infrastructure to market players, bolstering their efforts to meet the sustainability targets set by the government. The company is planning to invest around USD $6 Million to the development of the infrastructure and install 2000 lockers covering all Saudi Arabia cities during the next couple of years. At the heart of this initiative is an open network, comprising a network of parcel lockers accessible to multiple stakeholders, including logistics providers, postal services, e-commerce platforms, and retail enterprises. The network extends a warm invitation to businesses to become part of this network, granting them access to the advantages of parcel lockers and the cost savings that come from not having to invest in their standalone infrastructure. This move also benefits consumers, who will no longer need to shuttle between different locations to collect parcels from various online vendors and delivery services. All these entities share the same parcel lockers, making it convenient for consumers to receive or return their packages in