Our Story

About Ulocke

Rooted in Britain’s delivery culture, designed for today’s doorstep. From the red pillar‑box to the brass letterplate, the British front door has long been a symbol of reliability and everyday ritual. Ulocke carries that heritage forward with a modern, connected parcel box engineered for UK homes and weather pairing timeless cues with contemporary security and proof.

Our mission is to bring modern households secure, convenient, and efficient parcel collection and delivery services. By integrating IoT technology with advanced smart hardware, Ulocke develops next-generation parcel lockers that solve the challenges of last-mile delivery and make everyday living smarter and easier.

With strong advantages in design, market insight, manufacturing, and competitive pricing, Ulocke is uniquely positioned to deliver cutting-edge smart delivery solutions to households across the UK and international markets.

The Ulocke innovation project is fully supported by the University of Manchester, reinforcing the technical credibility, research depth, and long-term vision behind the product.

Ulocke installed at a modern home entrance

Heritage & Evolution

Designed for longevity

Our Philosophy

"We believe the front door is the threshold of the modern home. It shouldn't be a barrier to your lifestyle."

Ulocke was born from a simple observation: while e-commerce has evolved at breakneck speed, the way we receive packages has remained stuck in the past. We set out to bridge this gap with hardware that feels as permanent and reliable as the bricks of your home, yet as smart as the phone in your pocket.

Our design philosophy centers on 'quiet technology'. We don't want to be another gadget demanding your attention. We want to be the silent concierge that handles your deliveries effortlessly, rain or shine, whether you are home or away.

Established 2025

Leadership

The minds behind the mission.

Charlie Zhai

Co-Founder - Product Vision & Innovation

Charlie Zhai is a UK-based AI innovation entrepreneur and the founder of Ulocke and WalkExo. He specialises in the development and commercialisation of AI-powered smart home devices, mobility technologies, and IoT hardware that solve real-world problems for households, communities, and healthcare systems.

With over a decade of experience bridging advanced Chinese manufacturing with UK market needs, Charlie works closely with leading R&D teams, hospitals, universities, property developers, and local authorities. His mission is to accelerate the adoption of practical AI and smart technologies across the UK, making innovation more accessible, useful, and meaningful in everyday life.

Marid Wani

Co-Founder - Operations & Scaling

As the Co-Founder of Ulocke, I lead the operational and supply-chain strategy behind our smart home parcel solutions. With a Master’s in Global Supply Chain Management and hands-on experience in logistics and performance operations, my focus is on turning complex processes into seamless customer experiences.

I manage manufacturing coordination, supplier partnerships, and product deployment to ensure our smart parcel box delivers the highest standards of security, reliability, and ease of use. Ulocke has been a remarkable journey of growth and innovation, driven by a simple goal: to make secure, convenient delivery an everyday reality for modern households.

Moin Chalkoo

Co-Founder - Technology, Innovation & Finance

It all started with a frustrated university student and a pile of missed delivery cards. During my time at the university, I became obsessed with a problem we all face: the inefficiency of the UK delivery system. I spent a lot of time wondering why receiving a package had to be so complicated, but I didn't have the missing piece of the puzzle.

That changed when I connected with Charlie.He approached me with a unique concept that didn't just address the problem - it solved it. His idea resonated perfectly with the frustrations I had analysed. We combined my observations with his vision, and Ulocke was born. Today, we are fixing the last mile, one delivery at a time.