Yango Tech & Grand Hypermarkets Partner to Transform GCC Retail

Yango Tech, the technology arm of Yango Group, has entered a significant partnership with Grand Hypermarkets, an international retail chain, during Seamless Middle East 2025. This collaboration will bring Yango Tech Retail’s complete e-grocery automation suite to Grand Hypermarkets' operations across the UAE, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman, and Saudi Arabia.

Grand Hypermarkets to Embrace End-to-End Retail Technology

With more than 20 years of industry experience and over 95 outlets in the GCC region, Grand Hypermarkets will implement a comprehensive range of Yango Tech solutions. These include a custom mobile app for customers, an advanced store order management system, and an AI-powered last-mile delivery platform. The goal is to improve customer experience and streamline operations, starting with key markets like the UAE and Kuwait.

"As the MENA retail market heads toward a projected value of $1.4 trillion by 2032, it is clear that technology will be central to the sector’s evolution. Yango Tech’s participation at Seamless 2025 underlines our commitment to enabling this transformation through cutting-edge AI solutions," said Max Avtukhov, Chief Executive of Yango Tech Retail. "Our collaboration with Grand Hypermarkets is a prime example of how we are tailoring global technologies to fit the needs of local communities and enhancing everyday life through intelligent, scalable innovation."

Rashid Aslam Bin Mohideen, Executive Director of Grand Hypermarkets, added: "Retail is one of the fastest-evolving sectors in the region, and staying ahead requires both agility and technological depth. Our partnership with Yango Tech Retail marks a turning point in how we approach customer convenience, inventory management, and delivery logistics. As we work towards our ambition to become one of the top five retailers in the region by 2030 and create a world-class, multi-format shopping experience, we believe this collaboration will significantly strengthen our operational agility in the UAE, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman, and KSA."

Supporting the GCC's AI-Driven Digital Transformation

The partnership aligns with the broader digital transformation goals of the GCC, where AI is projected to add up to $150 billion in economic value. Alongside the agreement, Yango Tech is presenting its AI-based B2B technology innovations at Seamless Middle East 2025, reinforcing its commitment to supporting the region’s digital economy.

Real-Time Shelf Monitoring with AInventory Cameras

Among the solutions showcased is Yango Tech’s AInventory, a smart camera system that uses AI to monitor retail shelves in real time. These cameras detect deviations from planograms and alert staff accordingly, helping stores maintain stock accuracy and improve visual merchandising compliance, which enhances overall operational performance.

AI-Powered Customer App to Boost Sales and Engagement

Yango Tech Retail also revealed a white-label customer application designed for grocery retailers. This app integrates intelligent features such as smart search, personalized product recommendations, dynamic pricing strategies, and automated marketing tools, empowering retailers to drive customer engagement and profitability.

Revolutionizing Warehousing with AI-Driven Picker Robot

Yango Tech Robotics introduced its cutting-edge Picker Robot, developed using imitation learning. Trained through behavioural cloning in live warehouse settings, the robot can accurately pick 95% of items across 97% of product categories. It represents a leap in warehouse automation, reducing reliance on manual labour and improving efficiency.

Autonomous Delivery Robots Take to the Streets

Yango Tech Autonomy showcased its autonomous delivery robots, designed specifically for urban environments. These emission-free robots use advanced navigation technology to ensure quicker, smarter deliveries. Already operational in Dubai’s Sobha Hartland area in partnership with food-tech firm ROOTS, the robots are also part of a pilot project in Expo City Dubai.