Meet the Top Innovation Award Winners from ProMat 2025

The 2025 MHI Innovation Awards winners were announced at ProMat in Chicago. The awards recognize the most groundbreaking technologies shaping the future of supply chain and logistics. They spotlight advances in automation, robotics, and software and are given across three categories: Best New Innovation, Best Innovation of an Existing Product, and Best IT Innovation. 

Best New Innovation: Anyware Robotics Anyware Robotics won for its Pixmo Mobile Robot, designed to improve truck unloading and palletization. The autonomous solution enhances efficiency by streamlining material handling operations.

Best Innovation of an Existing Product: Concentric Concentric was recognized for its PowerHIVE Forklift Battery Reload System, which optimizes battery performance and extends equipment life, reducing downtime and improving warehouse efficiency.

Best IT Innovation: Fidus Global Fidus Global won for its ‘Pontem’ warehouse control system, which integrates various warehouse operations into a single platform. By streamlining processes and improving system communication, Pontem enhances efficiency and helps businesses manage logistics more effectively.

Best Innovation in Sustainability: GRI Inc. GRI Inc. was recognized for its sustainable material handling solid tires, which are designed to reduce environmental impact while enhancing durability. Made from eco-friendly materials, the tire offers a longer lifespan than traditional options, helping warehouses and fleets operate more sustainably.

More ProMat 2025 Launches ProMat, one of the largest material handling and logistics trade shows, is an opportunity for companies to showcase their latest advancements in automation, robotics, and supply chain technology. This year’s event featured major product launches, including Locus Robotics unveiling the Locus Array for zero-touch automation and Dexory introducing the DexoryView Optimization Module to improve warehouse efficiency.

The MHI Innovation Awards recognize solutions tackling key supply chain challenges, from labor shortages to sustainability, as automation and AI-driven technologies drive the industry toward smarter, more efficient operations. For a full breakdown of all award categories and finalists, check out this 2025 MHI Innovation Awards overview.

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