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Tech company AVI-SPL launches autonomous Dallas-Houston freight operations with Volvo Autonomous Solutions

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AVI-SPL, a global technology solutions provider, and Volvo Autonomous Solutions have started commercial autonomous freight operations between Dallas and Houston using the Volvo VNL Autonomous powered by the Aurora Driver.

The operations will support AVI-SPL’s transport of various audio-visual electronics, including a mix of new products and end-of-life equipment from which AVI-SPL reclaims precious metals as a part of its Electronic Recycling Program.

The collaboration reflects AVI-SPL’s continued investment in operational innovation and supply chain strategies designed to improve scalability, reliability, and long-term efficiency. [Read more…] about Tech company AVI-SPL launches autonomous Dallas-Houston freight operations with Volvo Autonomous Solutions

Richtech Robotics launches 24/7 interactive livestream featuring AI robot ADAM

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Richtech Robotics, a Nevada-based provider of AI-driven service robots, has launched a new initiative: a live, 24/7 interactive streaming platform featuring the company’s AI-powered humanoid robot, ADAM.

The immersive experience gives audiences around the world the ability to interact directly with ADAM in real-time through a livestream broadcast, enabling users to chat with the robot, ask questions, and observe how embodied AI responds dynamically to human interaction.

Through direct engagement and continuous interaction, ADAM, accelerated by Nvidia Jetson Thor for onboard compute and developed with the Nvidia Isaac open robotics platform, is positioned to become one of the first robot “influencers,” demonstrating how AI-powered robots can communicate naturally with users in the physical world. [Read more…] about Richtech Robotics launches 24/7 interactive livestream featuring AI robot ADAM

Why Route Planning Sits at the Heart of Last-mile Transformation

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Last-mile delivery is the most expensive, most visible, and most operationally complex part of the supply chain. It accounts for up to 53% of total shipping costs.

It is where customer promises are either kept or broken. And it is the segment under the most pressure from rising delivery volumes, tighter time windows, and customers who now expect real-time visibility as a baseline.

Technology investments in the last mile have accelerated across warehouse automation, telematics, and customer communication. But none of those investments produce consistent results without one thing underneath them: a strong route planning foundation. [Read more…] about Why Route Planning Sits at the Heart of Last-mile Transformation

Air Cargo Under Strain: The Consequences of FAA Flight Reductions on Global Supply Chains

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The disruption logged across the trade press as the FAA morning flight reduction 2026 exposed how fragile high-value air cargo really is, and its trigger had nothing to do with cargo holds.

It began on November 6, when the Federal Aviation Administration issued an emergency order: the nation’s forty busiest airports had to phase in domestic flight cuts, from 4% on November 7 to a 10% target by the 14th.

The restrictions ran across the daytime window, 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. local, and traced to air traffic control staffing shortages as controllers worked without pay through the longest government shutdown in U.S. history. International flights stayed exempt. [Read more…] about Air Cargo Under Strain: The Consequences of FAA Flight Reductions on Global Supply Chains

5 Common Truck Tire Problems and How to Fix Them

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Ignoring changes in your ride quality doesn’t just shorten the lifespan of your tread; it actively compromises your safety on the highway and can lead to sudden, catastrophic blowouts.

Understanding the common truck tire problems and how to fix them is essential for any owner who relies on their rig to operate flawlessly under pressure.

By spotting the warning signs early, you can fix the underlying issues before they turn into an expensive roadside emergency. [Read more…] about 5 Common Truck Tire Problems and How to Fix Them

Autonomous Trucking and Liability: Who’s Responsible When a Self-Driving Truck Crashes?

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As autonomous trucking pilots continue expanding across highway corridors in Texas, Arizona, and California, the legal industry still hasn’t settled a fundamental question that becomes more urgent with every new deployment: when a self-driving truck causes a crash, who’s actually liable? [Read more…] about Autonomous Trucking and Liability: Who’s Responsible When a Self-Driving Truck Crashes?

Amazon reportedly preparing to test humanoid robots for package deliveries

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The world’s largest online retailer, Amazon, is exploring the use of humanoid robots to automate package deliveries, a move that could significantly reshape its fulfillment and delivery network.

According to reports, the e-commerce giant is in the process of testing these advanced robots for handling tasks currently performed by human workers.

The story, which appears to have been first reported by the subscription-based tech publication The Information, has been widely circulated by other news outlets. [Read more…] about Amazon reportedly preparing to test humanoid robots for package deliveries

MEF enhances operations with new AutoStore solution from Swisslog

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MEF, a partner of Würth Electrical Wholesale WEG, is set to revolutionize its warehouse operations with the implementation of an AutoStore system from Swisslog.

This strategic move aims to enhance stock density, increase operability, and improve order preparation performance, ensuring high-quality omnichannel service for over 30,000 items in stock.

Founded in 1968, MEF has grown significantly, establishing various sales points across central and northern Italy. [Read more…] about MEF enhances operations with new AutoStore solution from Swisslog

Carolina Handling partners with Kinexon to develop autonomous mobile robots

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Carolina Handling has partnered with Kinexon, a develop real-time tracking and automated operations, to provide AGV and AMR fleet management solutions to its customers.

Kinexon’s fleet management software integrates and communicates with diverse groups of automated guided vehicles and autonomous mobile robots, regardless of the manufacturer or type. Resulting analytics and predictions enable users to improve processes and product movement.

Real-time automation platforms are becoming more important as companies deploy automated equipment using varying signals but working in the same footprint. The platform interprets the differing signals, acting as a traffic manager. [Read more…] about Carolina Handling partners with Kinexon to develop autonomous mobile robots

Grupo MAS accelerates logistics and cuts waste with Cimcorp’s ‘fast automation’

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Cimcorp, a provider of robotic handling solutions, has been selected by Grupo MAS, a family-owned food distribution business in Spain, to optimize fresh fruit distribution through automation.

Cimcorp will implement an advanced order-picking system at the Grupo MAS distribution center in Guillena, Sevilla, to ensure faster deliveries, improved employee support, and a more sustainable supply chain.

This strategic move reinforces Grupo MAS’ commitment to innovation, operational excellence and providing the freshest products to its customers. [Read more…] about Grupo MAS accelerates logistics and cuts waste with Cimcorp’s ‘fast automation’