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While investment across warehouse automation startups took a downturn in 2024 (due to economic uncertainties and investor priorities), the demand for smarter, more efficient logistics solutions is stronger than ever. Despite a challenging funding landscape, startups are reshaping supply chain operations with technologies like AI, robotics & machine learning. As well as efficiency, many of these companies are focusing on sustainability, cost-effectiveness, and adaptability. So, which startups are set to soar in 2025?

2024 saw a 3% decline in warehouse automation orders, a rare slowdown in an industry that has seen rapid growth over the past decade. The reasons for this? Economic uncertainty, high interest rates, oversupply of warehouses and China’s real estate struggles. But despite this downturn, analysts expect a rebound in 2025 and a surge starting in 2026. In this blog, CrimsonXT's Warehouse Automation European Consultant James Disney walks you through the question of whether companies should wait or invest in automation now.

Associate Director Josh Langley manages our warehouse automation team here at CrimsonXT, and has a wealth of experience recruiting across the automation industry. Putting his industry expertise to use, he recently produced “Automation Insights” – a bi-weekly LinkedIn news roundup, that explores the latest funding, collaborations, product updates and funding news from cutting-edge automation and robotics companies across the US, Europe and APAC. In this episode, Josh explores the latest funding, collaborations, product updates, and funding news from cutting-edge warehouse automation, mobile robotics, and material handling companies across the US, Europe, and APAC.

Welcome back to The Energy Brief. Following our Christmas break, we're straight back to business, with plenty of developments across the market. In this bi-weekly LinkedIn series, Matt Challinor explores the latest funding, collaborations, product updates, and funding news from the cutting-edge smart building, energy, and cleantech companies in the US, Europe, and APAC.

Jasmine Crane works as part of our Energy team, sourcing clean energy and sustainability giants with top-tier talent across the US. Recently, she started her newsletter ‘Current Affairs!’ – a biweekly deep dive into the world of clean energy—exploring everything from energy storage systems to electric vehicles, battery tech & future mobility. In this edition, Jasmine focuses on the trends we can expect this year.

For warehouse managers and logistics professionals, navigating change is a constant challenge. Whether you’re optimizing inventory, streamlining operations, or implementing new technologies, staying ahead of industry trends can mean the difference between thriving and falling behind. In this blog, we explore 5 key trends we expect to shape the future of warehouse automation this year.

In December, many businesses pause their hiring efforts, choosing to resume recruitment in January. While this approach might seem practical, it could result in missed opportunities to strengthen your team. By initiating your recruitment process in December, you can stay ahead of the curve and secure the best candidates before the January hiring rush.

Big cities are becoming hotspots for automation expertise, where the number of professionals exceeds available job opportunities, creating a surplus of talent. But what does this mean for your hiring strategy? In this blog, Consultant James Disney walks you through ways in which you can optimize your European hiring strategy to suit the talent pool. 

Jasmine, part of our Energy team, has recently published her first newsletter 'Current Affairs!' - a biweekly deep dive into the world of clean energy—exploring everything from energy storage systems to electric vehicles, battery tech, and future mobility. In this edition, Jasmine focuses on November’s biggest investments and the companies leading the way.