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Locus Robotics Launches Locus Array, a New Class of Physical AI Robotics for Fully Autonomous Fulfillment

16 Apr 2026

Locus Robotics, a leader in flexibility-first warehouse automation, has announced the global launch of Locus Array. This fully autonomous fulfillment system integrates mobile robots, a robotic picking arm, and AI-driven perception with autonomous execution to handle complete workflows without the need for manual intervention. Initial deployments are already in progress with early access customers in North America, as the company gears up to expand Locus Array across Europe and the Asia-Pacific region to meet the growing demand for fully autonomous fulfillment solutions.

“For years, autonomous fulfillment has been more hype and promises than reality — until now,” said Rick Faulk, CEO of Locus Robotics. “Warehouse operations are facing increasing pressure from labor constraints, rising costs, and constant variability that traditional systems can’t absorb. Locus Array brings autonomy into real-world operations at scale, introducing a fundamentally different, system-level approach designed to solve these challenges at their core.”

Among early access customers with Locus Array in live operations is DHL Supply Chain, a long-standing global customer: “The launch of the Locus Array marks a pivotal moment in DHL’s Accelerated Digitalization journey, moving us beyond traditional assisted picking into a new era of high-density, autonomous fulfillment. At DHL, we believe an idea is only as good as its ability to scale, and our partnership with Locus Robotics has consistently proven that we can turn cutting-edge concepts into global operational standards,” said Sally Miller, Global Chief Information Officer, DHL Supply Chain. “By being the first to deploy Locus Array, we are not just addressing today’s labor and capacity challenges; we are actively engineering a more agile supply chain. This innovation allows us to maximize vertical space and dramatically reduce manual touches, ensuring that we continue to provide our customers with the speed and reliability they expect from the world’s logistics leader.”

Locus Array enables operations to achieve:

Rapid, high-density throughput with streamlined order fulfillment: Processes orders in parallel and consolidates work directly in the aisle, increasing throughput with the ability to operate 24/7.
Autonomous execution across multiple workflows: Handles picking, putaway, induction, drop-off, slotting, and replenishment in one system, reducing manual labor by 90%.
Faster time to value with minimal disruption: Deploys in weeks without redesigning facilities or adding complex infrastructure.
Flexible, scalable performance in dynamic environments: Scales with volume and adapts to changing layouts, SKUs, and demand without reworking workflows.
Coordinated, multi-robot execution: Works seamlessly with Locus Origin and Locus Vector to cover 100% of SKUs within a single, unified system—delivering rapid ROI with a scalable, low upfront-cost Robotics-as-a-Service model.

Introducing Robots-to-Goods (R2G)

Together, these capabilities introduce a new warehouse automation category known as Robots-to-Goods (R2G). In this approach, intelligent robotic systems such as Locus Array move directly to inventory and carry out fulfillment tasks within the aisles. By integrating multiple workflows into a single robot, R2G advances automation from assisted processes to fully autonomous operations.

Unlike conventional systems that rely on fixed workflows to move inventory, Locus Array assigns robots to tasks dynamically in real time. This reduces unnecessary travel, ensures continuous SKU availability, and supports higher storage density within existing warehouse spaces.

Powered by LocusONE™, an AI-driven orchestration platform, Locus Array functions as part of a unified fleet alongside Locus Origin and Vector. LocusONE allocates tasks based on real-time demand, coordinating robots, workflows, and inventory as a cohesive system that can scale and adapt over time. This allows automation to span the entire fulfillment process, delivering consistent performance and greater operational resilience in uncertain conditions.

Locus Array will be showcased live at MODEX 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia.