Element Logic, the world’s first and largest AutoStore® partner, is pleased to announce that it has reached an agreement to acquire BS Handling Systems, a leading provider of intralogistics solutions in the United Kingdom. This acquisition will mark a significant step in Element Logic’s strategic growth, further strengthening its footprint in the UK markets, and reinforcing its position as a leading provider of fully integrated warehouse automation solutions in the UK and Ireland.
Strategic acquisition will strengthen Element Logic UK’s position with complete warehouse solutions BS Handling Systems brings over 20 years of experience delivering tailored material handling and warehouse solutions, including conveyor systems, sortation solutions, mezzanine floors, racking, and packaging. The acquisition forms part of Element Logic’s strategy to offer end-to-end warehouse automation solutions for businesses seeking to scale efficiently in an increasingly complex logistics landscape.
“We are excited to welcome BS Handling Systems to the Element Logic family,” says Scott Torrington, Managing Director of Element Logic UK and Ireland. “Their strong industry expertise and customer focus aligns well with our goal to innovate warehouse solutions, providing comprehensive in-bound and out-bound services quickly and focusing on delivering value to our customers.”
“We are delighted to announce the next step in BS Handling’s journey as we join forces with Element Logic UK,” says Robert Brand-Smith, MD of BS Handling. “This partnership brings together our proven expertise in conveyors, storage and automation, to merge with Element Logic’s global scale and proven innovation, providing full turnkey integrator solutions specifically for the UK and Ireland markets. For our customers, it means continuity with the same trusted team, combined with even greater capability, resources, and technology with Element Logic UK. For our staff, it opens up exciting new opportunities to grow and develop within one of the top automaton companies in the world. We’re proud of what we’ve built to date, and the future with Element is going to be extraordinary. We are all very excited for the journey ahead!”
“The acquisition of BS Handling Systems marks an exciting step forward for Element Logic in the UK,” says Ankush Malhotra, Group CEO of Element Logic. “With their complementary capabilities and shared customer-obsessed mindset, the combined business provides innovative and complete solutions that unlock new ways to serve customers and deliver streamlined, cutting-edge warehouse solutions. It is a perfect fit, built on trust, driven by expertise, and powered by people passionate about transforming logistics.”
Combined strengths unlock scalable, future-ready solutions for UK and Ireland warehouses The logistics world is evolving rapidly, and so are the needs of customers. More and more, businesses are looking for end-to-end solutions – automation that is not just intelligent but seamlessly integrated into the broader warehouse environment.
With BS Handling Systems’ proven track record and Element Logic’s global expertise in AutoStore®, AMRs, software integration, and robotics; the newly combined offering enables businesses across the UK and Ireland to benefit from:
- Digital Intelligence: From smart picking algorithms to real-time performance dashboards, Element Logic UK’s intelligent software brings speed, visibility, and precision to every part of the warehouse, turning complexity into competitive advantage.
- End-to-End Solutions: From AutoStore-powered AS/RS to advanced conveyors, AMRs, sortation and automated packaging, customers gain a complete intralogistics solution under one roof.
- Local Expertise, Global Strength: BS Handling’s strong UK presence, now backed by Element Logic’s international scale, means faster support and solutions that fit local operational challenges.
- Future-Ready Automation: Intelligent, scalable, and sustainable systems designed to drive competitive advantage in modern warehousing.
The acquisition will be the latest step in Element Logic’s growth journey, building on previous strategic moves to create one of the most advanced, and customer-focused warehouse automation global players. Element Logic remains committed to innovation and excellence in intralogistics, and this acquisition reinforces its position as a trusted partner for warehouse automation across Europe.
Please note: The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions and is expected to close early Q4 2025.
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