InPost Group set to deploy more than 20,000 Bloq.it NEXT parcel locker units across Europe

Bloq.it, a provider of smart locker networks technology in Europe, has announced a partnership with InPost Group, a logistics provider for the e-commerce industry.

The tie up involves a multi-year commitment to deploy more than 20,000 Bloq.it locker units across Europe, which includes a small minority investment from InPost.

At the centre of the agreement is NEXT, Bloq.it’s flagship off-grid locker unit. Powered by batteries, this operates fully independent of the power grid or solar panels, with the company claiming that this makes it possible to install lockers in thousands of previously inaccessible locations.

The first NEXT lockers for InPost were installed in France and the UK in July, with expansion to Italy, Portugal, and Spain planned before the end of 2025. Over the next five years, the roll-out will accelerate across InPost’s key European markets.

As part of the agreement, Bloq.it will deliver end-to-end services for the growth and management of InPost’s automated parcel machine (APM) network.

Miha Jagodic, Founder and CEO at Bloq.it, says “We are laser focused on accelerating Europe’s shift to out-of-home delivery. Partnering with InPost allows us to roll out NEXT, our flagship off-grid locker, wherever people live and work, giving consumers true pick-up freedom.”

“This partnership also represents an important step toward our long-term goal: building a truly independent company, prepared for the next chapter in our journey,  and who can serve all the customers in the market and help them accelerate their OOH plans.”

Rafał Brzoska, Founder and CEO at InPost, says:: “Our strategic investment in Bloq.it is a game-changer for our European expansion. This partnership not only gives us access to next-generation technology but also allows us to solidify our market leadership by offering unprecedented convenience to our customers. We expect this to have a positive impact on our growth trajectory and long-term profitability.”

2025 RTIH INNOVATION AWARDS

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The awards. which are now open for entries, celebrate global tech innovation in a fast moving omnichannel world.

Our 2024 hall of fame entrants were revealed during an event which took place at RIBA’s 66 Portland Place HQ in Central London on 21st November, and consisted of a drinks reception, three course meal, and awards ceremony presided over by comedian Lucy Porter.

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He added: “Congratulations to all of our finalists. Many submissions did not make it through to the final stage, and getting to this point is no mean feat. Checkout-free stores, automated supply chains, immersive experiences, on-demand delivery, next generation loyalty offerings, inclusive retail, green technology. We’ve got all the cool stuff covered this evening.”

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