Topic: Transportation

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IFR: Service robots see global growth, led by transportation and logistics markets

October 7, 2025 · A new report from the International Federation of Robotics saw the service robot segment grow significantly, driven by orders in the transport, hospitality and cleaning industries.

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Daifuku releases update to Robotic De-Layering and Singulation System

June 5, 2025 · Daifuku released an update to its Robotic De-Layering and Singulation System (RDS) to further enhance efficiency and effectiveness of robotics in materials handling.

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SIMPPLE Ltd. deploys 89 autonomous cleaning robots on three Singapore MRT lines

January 6, 2025 · SIMPPLE Ltd. announced it has deployed 89 of its autonomous cleaning robots on three major Singapore MRT lines in partnership with rail operator SMRT Trains.

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6 River Systems rolls out mobile fulfillment app to extend picking options outside of its AMRs

March 22, 2023 · The company said the new mobile app is a major part of its software roadmap.

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Outrider Raises $73M Series C to Accelerate Adoption of Autonomous Yard Trucks

January 19, 2023 · Outrider has received funding from the venture capital arms of NVIDIA and other investors to scale up its fleet to more customer sites.

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Changi Airport Group and Sarcos Robotics Demonstrate Outdoor Baggage Handling Automation

December 8, 2022 · Changi Airport in Singapore and Sarcos tested a prototype system to augment human workers by loading and unloading loose passenger bags from narrow-bodied aircraft.

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Argo AI Releases Product Suite to Reduce Barrier of Entry for Autonomous Vehicle Operation

September 16, 2022 · Argo AI has detailed how its latest software, services, and tools help expand its autonomous vehicle network.

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Global Logistics/3PL Special Digital Issue 2022

August 2, 2022 · The paramount importance of 3PL partnerships.

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Logistics and transportation in the spotlight at Manifest 2022

February 8, 2022 · The inaugural technology event had a focus on transportation software and autonomous vehicles

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Network Rail, Cranfield University Use Clearpath Robot for Autonomous Rail Inspection and Repair

August 24, 2021 · The In2Smart 2 project involves academia and corporate researchers working to automate rail inspection and repair. They've used a Warthog UGV as a robust platform for equipment.

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Optimus Ride, Research Partners Get DOE Grant for Autonomous Shuttle Fleet

July 29, 2021 · Clemson University will provide real-world testing of Optimus Ride's autonomous shuttles and provide researchers a chance to study rider behavior and sustainability.

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Optimus Ride Forms Strategic Advisory Board Around Autonomous Transportation

July 21, 2021 · Optimus Ride, which has been developing autonomous shuttles for campus and urban environments, has formed a strategic advisory board including business and government experts.

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Astro Aerospace Acquires Horizon Aircraft, Appoints Horizon CEO Brandon Robinson as President

June 3, 2021 · Astro Aerospace will be developing three electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft and drones, including Horizon Aircraft's Cavorite X5, which is designed for five people.

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Hyster container handlers take on higher volumes at ports

March 24, 2021 · 24/7 terminal operation requires a robust solution, capable of standing up to harsh duty cycles without demanding maintenance requirements or unplanned service issues.

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Amazon’s Last-Mile MIT CTL Routing Research Challenge

February 22, 2021 · The primary goal of the Last Mile Routing Research Challenge is to encourage participants to develop innovative approaches leveraging artificial intelligence, machine learning, deep learning, computer vision, and other non-conventional methods to produce solutions to the route sequencing problem.

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FourKites and Tive partner up for integrated transit data-focused platform

February 22, 2021 · Chicago-based FourKites, a provider of real-time tracking and visibility solutions across transportation modes and digital platforms, and Boston-based supply chain visibility services provider Tive announced that they have partnered up in an effort to provide an integrated platform for mutual customers that combines various types of in-transit data—beyond shipment visibility—that will give customers a more complete end-customer experience.

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FourKites’ report examines how yard management systems can provide increased value for shippers

February 9, 2021 · The report, entitled “The State of Yard Management: Industry Report 2021,” was based on feedback from 375 respondents in various sectors, including consumer packaged goods (CPG), food & beverage, retail and manufacturing, with a focus on how shippers in various sectors and approach specific pain points, among other topics.

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When a TMS Isn’t Enough: Managing Transportation Technology Complexity

February 1, 2021 · A transportation management system provides the foundation for digitalization, but managing multiple complex systems to optimize operations can be a challenge. A 3PL partner can be the key to streamlining the technology needed to stay ahead.

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How Efficient Dock Scheduling and Forecasting Will Maximize Investments in Demand Sensing

January 5, 2021 · Demand sensing is analytics-based, real-time forecasting, but like all forecasting capabilities, it is only as valuable as the ability to change operations and respond to the issues at hand.

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Report: Top ways freight technology will cut costs in 2021

December 7, 2020 · This report outlines technologies and services that will have a big impact on shipping businesses in 2021 and beyond.

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