Food & Drink Processing & Packaging Issue 58 2025 | Page 9

Unlike some integrators, they are not tied to any single technology provider. This allows them to select best-fit solutions based on each customer’ s unique operational needs. By working closely with innovative partners – especially those from Asia – they’ re able to bring advanced technologies to the UK market at speed and scale.
Designed for tomorrow
One of the key strengths of Musketeers’ offering is future proofing. Their systems are designed to grow with your business, thanks to modular hardware and intelligent software. As customer demand shifts or product ranges expand, their technology evolves, keeping performance high without costly overhauls.
Their roadmap for 2025 reflects this focus on continuous innovation. New features include AI-powered system analytics, dynamic routing for AMRs, and an enhanced Warehouse Execution System( WES) known as“ Automation Hub” tailored to the UK logistics landscape. They’ re also exploring automation-as-a-service models to support SMEs and smaller operations, shifting automation from a capital investment to an operating expense.
Driving value at every stage
Musketeers’ end-to-end approach creates real value across the supply chain. Their typical engagement includes everything from solution design and procurement to system integration, commissioning, and after-sales support. They also offer long-term service contracts, remote monitoring, and performance analytics to keep systems running at peak performance.
This customer-first mindset is what makes them such a strong fit with BS Handling Systems. We share their belief that automation should be accessible, scalable, and tailored – not a one-size-fits-all model.
Scaling across the UK and beyond
Musketeers is currently expanding across the UK, with a particular focus on e-commerce fulfilment centres, B2B and B2C distribution hubs, and mid-sized warehouses.
These operations are often underserved by large integrators but face many of the same pressures, namely labour shortages, rising costs, and growing customer expectations.
To meet this need, Musketeers is investing in local demonstration sites, expanding their field service capabilities, and building strategic partnerships like ours to offer nationwide coverage. Early steps are already being taken to expand into Ireland and selected European markets.
A partner with purpose
At the heart of Musketeers Capital is a clear purpose: to empower people and businesses through automation. This philosophy is reflected in everything they do, from the sustainability of their solutions to their commitment to workplace diversity.
Their automation systems are designed to reduce energy consumption, minimise waste, and create safer, more ergonomic environments for warehouse staff. They partner with suppliers that uphold strong environmental and ethical standards and help their clients meet their own ESG targets. Impact is measured through lifecycle carbon assessments and operational efficiency improvements.
They’ re also investing in the next generation of talent, offering internships, training opportunities, and knowledge-sharing with engineering students to help build a more skilled and inclusive workforce.
Leadership with vision
Musketeers’ founders remain closely involved in every aspect of the business, from project delivery to solution development and partner engagement. Their combined technical expertise and commercial insight allow for fast, well-informed decisions that keep projects on track and customers ahead of the curve.
Their culture – collaborative, open, and driven by innovation – means customers receive more than just a product. They receive a solution tailored to their needs and a team
committed to their long-term success.
Why this partnership matters
Musketeers’ fresh thinking, fast deployment capabilities, and access to global technologies complement our decades of experience, trusted customer relationships, and UK market presence. As the demand for flexible, scalable automation continues to grow, this partnership enables us to deliver automation to a wider audience.
For more information about this partnership or to learn how BS Handling Systems and Musketeers Capital can support your operational needs, please contact:
BS Handling Systems
Email: enquiries @ bshandlingsystems. com
www. bshandlingsystems. com
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