AQUILA, one of the largest players in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) distribution sector from Romania and the region, announces the completion of a EUR 5 million investment in an advanced logistics operations automation solution at the Dragomiresti warehouse.

Răzvan Bagherea, Organization and Human Resources Director, AQUILA: “Our investments represent concrete steps toward a more efficient and sustainable future. In a context where portfolio expansion and volume growth have increased the complexity of logistics operations, investing in automation and Artificial Intelligence is a strategic decision for AQUILA. The implementation of the automation solution has significantly optimized warehouse operations and has generated direct benefits for service quality delivered to customers and for internal efficiency. This automation gives us the flexibility to adapt to the diverse requirements of our customers and suppliers. The ability to manage complex and tailored operations for each client is part of our strategy to deliver integrated services.”

The accuracy of the picking and delivery processes increased from 92% to 99%, and product traceability is ensured across the entire logistics flow. A key element of the solution is the integration of Artificial Intelligence based vision systems, which identify products directly from images, without relying on labels or manual scanning, based on shape, color, and visual characteristics, including cases where orientation or packaging shows minor differences. The solution was delivered as a unified, scalable system focused on long-term performance.

Since listing on the Bucharest Stock Exchange, AQUILA has allocated over EUR 30 million to fleet renewal, logistics operations automation, and the implementation of IT solutions for transport optimization and the integration of alternative energy sources.