Transforming Fresh Food Logistics With Proven Shuttle Solution

Client Introduction

Pagoda, China’s largest fruit retailer, was founded in Shenzhen in 2001 and opened its first specialty fruit store in 2002. As a vertically integrated chain enterprise, Pagoda oversees fruit sourcing, cultivation support, post-harvest preservation, and nationwide distribution. With over 300 procurement experts and partnerships with 800+ global orchards, Pagoda operates 6,000+ stores across 150+ Chinese cities. According to Frost & Sullivan, it has ranked as China’s top fruit seller for 10 consecutive years.

Success Story

In the perishable goods sector, efficiency directly impacts quality and profitability. To minimize waste and maximize throughput, Pagoda’s Wuhan distribution center deployed Bluesword’s advanced shuttle AS/RS, achieving breakthroughs in:

• Space Optimization – High-density storage for 1,680 active units

• Labor Cost Reduction – 35 shuttle robots enable 24/7 operations

• Peak-Performance Fulfillment – 22,300 totes/hour operational efficiency & 1,630 totes/hour conveying speed

• Real-Time Traceability – Integrated WMS/WCS ensures seamless tracking

• Smart Weighing/Picking Systems Eliminate Errors

Pagoda's automated hub sets a new industry benchmark, proving that speed and freshness can coexist. By merging high-throughput automation with agile software, Bluesword’s solution empowers Pagoda to deliver fresher fruit, faster—reinventing supply chain resilience for fruit-loving consumers all over the world.