Advanced Shuttle & AMR Solutions for Pharmaceutical Retail Logistics

Client Introduction

Nepstar, a trailblazer in China's pharmaceutical retail industry, was founded in 1996 and has since grown into the nation's largest cross-regional pharmacy chain by number of directly operated stores. With over 4,800 retail pharmacies and 80 million members, it became the first Chinese drugstore chain to list on the New York Stock Exchange (2007).

Leveraging its extensive market reach and innovative business model, Nepstar has consistently dominated the sector, generating annual revenues exceeding CNY 3 billion (USD 419.5 million) and repeatedly ranking as China's top pharmacy chain in both store count and sales performance.

Success Story

As China's largest pharmacy chain and retailer, Nepstar needed a future-proof logistics solution to support its rapid expansion and ensure seamless nationwide distribution. By implementing an advanced automated warehousing and picking system, Nepstar has dramatically enhanced efficiency, accuracy, and scalability across its supply chain.

• 44 Shuttles × 4 Aisles = 14,960 Storage Units: High-density storage maximizes space utilization while ensuring fast retrieval.

• 10 GTP Picking Stations: Automated guided vehicles (GTP) accelerate order fulfillment with 99.9% accuracy.

• Flexible LMR Scheduling: Dynamic load management ensures smooth operations even during peak demand.

• 5,000 Order Lines Processed Per Hour: The Huzhou Logistics Centernow handles high-volume demand with precision, serving 1,000+ stores nationwide.

Nepstar's automated logistics system significantly accelerates order processing for time-sensitive medications. This advanced network establishes new benchmarks for pharmaceutical retail, ensuring both operational excellence and enhanced patient care through reliable, efficient medication distribution.