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Omnitracs acquires VisTracks to expand reach into telematics SMB market
Deal supports strategy of unifying fragmented technologies for increasingly decentralized transportation industry, Omnitracs says.
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Software & Systems
Softeon opens warehouse innovation lab in Virginia
Firm offers virtual tour of distribution tech including sortation system, smart carts, pick-to-light systems, mobile robots.
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Covariant raises $40 million funding to provide artificial intelligence for warehouse robots
Backing follows partnerships with ABB, Knapp, as firm plans to handle complex tasks in picking, placing, and unloading.
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Werner opens innovation arm to develop technology for trucks and drivers
Move follows Daimler deal to invest in provider of on-vehicle mobile applications, bringing more smartphone tech into truck cabs.
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UPS division Marken delivers virus tests—Covid-19 roundup, May 5
Logistics community supports coronavirus fight through efforts by Landstar System Inc., Advanced Training Systems, Opendock, United Airlines.
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Tech startup SVT Robotics says warehouse robotics need common data layer
Firm announces $3.5 million venture capital backing to advance neutral communication platform.
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J.B. Hunt launches electronic signatures to support social distancing—Covid-19 roundup for May 4
Logistics community supports coronavirus fight through efforts by Truckers Welcome, Logistics Plus, Kroger, U.S. Postal Service.
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Transportation and logistics firms ponder Covid-19 reopening plans
Strategies for running a business in the “next normal” could include safety and testing protocols, remote sensors, worker contact tracing.
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American Airlines expands cargo-only operations for essential gear—Covid-19 roundup for April 28
Logistics community supports coronavirus fight through efforts by American Trucking Associations (ATA), FedEx, BigCommerce, Breakthrough, Brain Corp.
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