Autonomous Yard Trucks Set to Surge with a Projected 52% Growth
The growing need to modernize truck yards in line with warehouse and transport digitalization is fueling the adoption of established supply chain technologies to enhance asset tracking, allocation, and optimization within these yards.
Think Tank Urges Government to Implement Policies in Support of Warehouse Automation
A think tank, the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation, has called on policymakers to support the adoption and innovation of robotics in warehouses to enhance labor productivity, worker safety, delivery times, and supply chain resiliency.
Navigating the Pros and Cons of Autonomous Vehicle Investments in the Trucking Industry
Carriers and industry stakeholders have been actively involved in advancing autonomous technology, despite ongoing regulatory challenges and the need for further testing.
AI Transformation in the Workplace: The Rise of Automation
A global study conducted by Valoir reveals that automation, driven by artificial intelligence (AI), is increasingly impacting various job roles.
Kratos Expands Deployment of Autonomous Platooning Trucks in the Midwest
Platooning technology is becoming a cost-effective solution for autonomous trucking, allowing entry into the market without requiring the purchase of new trucks, says Kratos.
Thailand Emerges as a Leading Automotive Hub
As the second largest economy in Southeast Asia, Thailand has established itself as a major automotive hub, with companies like Sony and Sharp setting up operations in the country.
Chinese EV Company Claims Autonomous Car Technology is Impossible
This statement was made by BYD, a well-known Chinese electric car and battery company.
Customers can expect fresher produce with the implementation of automation
While it's important to note that while automation can help improve the efficiency and quality of the supply chain, it's only one part of the solution.
Automation is the future of the food supply chain
The current food supply chain is often cited as wasteful and unsustainable - and commonly is cited as the culprit for climate issues by environmentalists.
Self-driving trucks are being held back by growing concerns over AI startups
Investors and corporations are being more “careful” than ever as economic conditions worsen and fully autonomous commercial cars are being called into question.
TuSimple CEO fired over improper relations with Chinese startup
The Chinese startup in question, Hydron, develops autonomous hydrogen-powered trucks.
Fully electric autonomous heavy-duty vehicles with no driver at the helm… it happened
After receiving the first National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) approval for operations of this type of vehicle, freight mobility technology company Einride has officially successfully test-run their product.
Robotics are being introduced to food wholesaler distribution centers
United Natural Foods (UNFI), a food wholesale company, is inserting an end-to-end automation technology system into five of its distribution centers over the next five years.
Automation can save a trucking fleet 13% on rising fuel costs
Everyone is looking for a way to save a buck at the gas pump, including trucking fleets.
E-commerce is fueling major growth in warehouse automation
Global e-commerce sales account for 20% of total retail sales today and are expected to exceed 30% by the end of the 2020s.
Grocery stores are cornered into e-commerce automation
E-commerce is taking over the industry, and Covid-19 only amplified the already growing trend.
West coast ports want automation, and want to keep their jobs
West coast ports are striving for complete automation.
Autonomous trucking companies are cozying up with freight movers
Large freight movers like U.S. Xpress, Penske Truck Leasing, and DHL Supply Chain have all announced special partnerships for self-driving highway networks in their fleet’s ranks.