Starlinks taps Swisslog for major aviation warehouse automation project in Saudi Arabia

Starlinks has chosen Swisslog to automate a new aviation maintenance, repair and overhaul facility in Saudi Arabia, as the kingdom pushes to expand its logistics and aviation infrastructure. The program is designed to handle growing parts volumes and speed access to critical aircraft components across the region.

Why it matters: - The project adds automation capacity to a new aviation MRO facility in one of the Middle East’s most important aviation hubs. - The system is designed to support faster movement of spare parts, better space use and higher inventory availability as aircraft fleets and cargo volumes grow. - The program supports Saudi Arabia’s broader push to strengthen its role as a regional aviation and logistics hub.

What happened: - Starlinks selected Swisslog to deliver a major warehouse automation program for a new aviation MRO facility in Saudi Arabia. - The program is part of a broader supply chain solution for a leading aviation company in the Middle East. - The facility is being developed to support rising demand for aircraft maintenance services and spare parts logistics across Saudi Arabia and the wider Middle East.

The details: - Starlinks is delivering the overall supply chain solution, including supply chain design, automation planning and operational implementation. - Swisslog is supplying the warehouse automation systems and software for inventory storage, material handling and distribution. - The integrated solution combines a high-density AutoStore system with pallet automation and Swisslog’s SynQ software platform. - AutoStore will handle small parts in modular, high-density bins with robots moving on top of the grid to retrieve items. - The pallet automation scope includes a pallet automated storage and retrieval system with Swisslog Vectura stacker cranes. - The setup also includes Swisslog ProMove pallet conveyors, a pallet shuttle car, inbound transport systems and picking stations. - The technologies are designed to connect receiving, inspection, storage and order fulfilment into one material flow. - The combined automation program is intended to create a highly automated logistics infrastructure for aviation materials. - Starlinks said the effort reflects Saudi Arabia’s investment in aviation, logistics and industrial capabilities. - Swisslog said the mix of AutoStore, pallet automation and SynQ software will support high inventory availability, efficient space use and reliable material flow.

Between the lines: - The deal shows how aviation logistics is moving toward more integrated automation rather than separate systems for small parts and palletized inventory. - The focus on both current throughput and future growth suggests the facility is being built for scale, not just near-term operations. - Starlinks and Swisslog are positioning the project as part of a broader regional competition to build logistics infrastructure that can support expanding airline networks.

What’s next: - The automation program will be implemented at the new facility as development advances. - The companies said they expect the program to support long-term growth and future collaborations. - The facility is expected to help meet demand for aircraft maintenance services and spare parts logistics across the region.

The bottom line: - Starlinks and Swisslog are building a high-automation aviation logistics platform in Saudi Arabia aimed at faster parts handling, better space efficiency and room to grow.