Highlights
- Vection Technologies secures significant contracts with global retail brands.
- Shelfzone platform to enhance product placement and consumer engagement.
- New partnerships include Natuzzi, Nestlé, and Agrifarma.
Vection Technologies (ASX:VR1) has solidified its position as a leader in artificial intelligence (AI) and extended reality (XR) solutions by securing new contracts worth $500,000. These collaborations bring global retail giants Natuzzi, Nestlé, and Agrifarma under the umbrella of Vection's transformative technology.
The company’s Shelfzone platform, designed for the retail and fast-moving consumer goods industries, combines AI and XR to create immersive simulations of retail spaces. This innovation allows brands to optimize product placement, enhance in-store engagement, and reimagine customer experiences.
Natuzzi Embraces Immersive Simulations
Luxury furniture retailer Natuzzi has entered into a $400,000 agreement with Vection Technologies to develop immersive simulations and digital twin technology. This initiative positions the Shelfzone platform as a pivotal tool for the high-end furniture market. The project is set to commence immediately, with delivery anticipated by the second quarter of 2025. By integrating advanced XR capabilities, Natuzzi aims to redefine its customer engagement strategies and explore growth opportunities in related sectors.
Shelfzone Renewal by Nestlé
Global food giant Nestlé has renewed its two-year licence for the Shelfzone platform, bringing annual recurring revenue of $50,000. This renewal underscores Nestlé’s confidence in Vection’s ability to provide impactful retail solutions. The contract includes the creation of custom 3D content, point-of-purchase materials, and product assets to improve consumer interaction and enhance the overall in-store experience.
Agrifarma Partnership for Store Layout Optimization
Agrifarma, Italy’s leading pet store chain, has partnered with Vection Technologies for a $50,000 pilot project utilizing Shelfzone. This collaboration will focus on redesigning store layouts to enhance customer experiences and in-store strategies. Delivery of the project is expected by mid-2025, marking another milestone for Vection's expanding reach in diverse retail markets.
Scaling Impact Across Industries
According to managing director Gianmarco Biagi, these contracts highlight the growing adoption of Vection’s AI and XR solutions across various sectors. "Our partnerships with Natuzzi and Nestlé demonstrate the scalability and versatility of our technology," he noted. Biagi emphasized the company's commitment to enabling innovation for clients worldwide, with a focus on delivering measurable value and enhancing strategic opportunities.
Vection Technologies’ ongoing collaborations underscore its innovative approach to blending technology with retail and consumer engagement, setting a benchmark in XR and AI applications.