AI-driven robotics specialist Nomagic has been selected by Zalando, Europe’s leading online destination for fashion and lifestyle, to expand robotic automation across its fulfilment network and further strengthen operational excellence.
The partnership builds on a proven track record: Nomagic’s intelligent robotic systems have already delivered measurable efficiency gains and reliability in existing Zalando facilities, supporting employees with repetitive daily tasks.
Scaling AI-Powered Picking Robots
Nomagic’s robots – known internally as Richard – perform complex warehouse processes such as item-level picking, scanning, and induction into automated pocket sorters. Following a successful pilot that achieved industry-leading performance with an average of 10,000 picks per day, Zalando will now expand deployment.
A total of nine robots will be operational by the end of 2025, with double-digit numbers planned for 2026. As part of the collaboration, Zalando has also made a minority investment in Nomagic, participating in its previously announced $44 million Series B funding round.
“At Zalando, we are continuously developing and testing the automation of work processes in logistics, both to make the work of employees easier and to provide customers with first-class service,” said Marcus Daute, Vice President Logistics Network at Zalando. “Nomagic’s technology has demonstrated clear, measurable value in our operations. Their AI-driven solutions allow us to scale automation quickly while maintaining the high service levels our customers expect.”
Continuous Learning for Complex Inventories
Nomagic’s computer-vision and machine-learning systems enable its robots to handle a vast and ever-changing assortment of products. The technology continuously learns and adapts — a vital capability for processing the wide variety of fashion and lifestyle items managed within Zalando’s fulfilment centres.
About Nomagic
Founded eight years ago by a team of former Google engineers, leading academics, and warehouse automation specialists, Nomagic’s mission is to use AI to understand and solve real-world physical problems. Its intelligent automation solutions are designed to take on repetitive warehouse tasks while integrating seamlessly into existing workflows.
The company collaborates closely with customers to develop tailored, scalable systems that transform warehouse operations and support long-term efficiency and sustainability goals.
Kacper Nowicki, CEO of Nomagic, concluded:
“The partnership between Nomagic and Zalando will bring our technology to more fulfilment centres across Europe. Together, we’re proving that AI and robotics can drive real operational improvements at scale.”
