Highway Unmanned Store Solution
Extend retail “the last 100 meters” across the high-speed rail journey—from waiting hall to transfer corridor to exit plaza—available 24/7.
Pain Points in High-Speed Rail Retail Environments
High-speed rail passengers often have short dwell times between check‑in, boarding, or transfers. They need to grab drinks, snacks, light meals, or travel essentials fast. Traditional shops queue up, close early, or can’t serve surges efficiently.
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Station Shops Limited by Labor & Rent
Major hubs see huge peaks but struggle with staffing and high labor costs; off-peak and late-night periods are hard to cover, leading to lost sales and inconsistent service.
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Narrow Assortment Can’t Serve Diverse Passengers
Many station kiosks stock only beverages and basic snacks—insufficient for families, business travelers, night riders, or regional specialty demand—dragging down passenger satisfaction and per‑cap spend.
Providing Various Forms of Unmanned Stores
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High-Speed Rail Waiting Hall Unmanned StoreApprox. Assortment Capacity: 800 SKUs
Footprint: 30 m²
Concurrent Users Supported: 12
Ideal Placement: Main waiting hall / central passenger seating area.
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High-Speed Rail Transfer Corridor Unmanned StoreApprox. Assortment Capacity: 350 SKUs
Footprint: 12 m²
Concurrent Users Supported: 4
Ideal Placement: In-station transfer link between waiting hall and platforms.
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High-Speed Rail Exit / Ground Transport Hub Unmanned StoreApprox. Assortment Capacity: 400 SKUs
Footprint: 15 m²
Concurrent Users Supported: 6
Ideal Placement: Just beyond exit gates / near metro, bus, taxi interchange.
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High-Speed Rail VIP Lounge / Business Waiting Room Unmanned Store (optional)Approx. Assortment Capacity: 250 SKUs
Footprint: 8 m²
Concurrent Users Supported: 3
Ideal Placement: VIP lounge, members’ club, or premium waiting area.
Unmanned, Labor-Saving, Operationally Efficient
Run through first and last trains, cover overnight schedules, and eliminate labor gaps. Reduce onsite staffing needs while increasing captured passenger spend.
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Fully Automated Operations, Higher Throughput
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Smart, Queue-Free Payment
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Flexible Footprint Design for High-Flow Environments
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Assortment Diversity for Every Passenger Segment
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High-Efficiency Inventory Management, Fewer Stockouts
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Fully Automated Operations, Higher Throughput
Run through first and last trains, cover overnight schedules, and eliminate labor gaps. Reduce onsite staffing needs while increasing captured passenger spend.
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Smart, Queue-Free Payment
Passengers pay via code scan, face ID, or linked rail/travel app—no cashier line, no missed boarding due to checkout delays. End‑to‑end automated settlement.
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Flexible Footprint Design for High-Flow Environments
Modular fixtures and enclosure styles adapt to 5–30 m² spaces; works as a glass micro‑store, aisle island, or post‑gate compact unit—maximize tight station real estate.
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Assortment Diversity for Every Passenger Segment
Ready-to-drink beverages, grab‑and‑go snacks, kids’ travel items, neck pillows & eye masks, local specialties, light meals, and instant coffee packs. Dynamic SKU rulesets adjust for holiday peaks, business corridors, or tourism routes.
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High-Efficiency Inventory Management, Fewer Stockouts
AI vision + weight sensing + cloud inventory sync. Links to station back‑room supply or regional DC for just‑in‑time replenishment. Predictive models help pre‑load peak SKUs before surge departures.
Hear What Our Customers Say
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Deploying the unmanned store in our high‑speed rail station significantly improved passenger shopping experience—especially during holiday peaks—cutting queue time and boosting overall operational efficiency.
High‑Speed Rail Station Operations Manager
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On long trips, being able to grab snacks and drinks near the platform without waiting in line is a game‑changer. Quick in, quick out—I never worry about missing boarding.
Passenger / Business Traveler
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Introducing unmanned retail reduced our labor overhead while delivering a faster, smoother shopping journey. Passenger flow improved, and satisfaction scores rose across multiple stations.
Railway Operating Company
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