Container gantry cranes have long been the backbone of global port logistics. However, in 2026, these towering machines are undergoing a profound transformation. Driven by automation, artificial intelligence, and the growing pressure to reduce emissions, container gantry cranes are no longer just mechanical workhorses – they are becoming intelligent, connected systems that redefine how ports […]
Will any major port operator publicly announce a new AI crane deployment contract by September 12?
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The Robot Report Podcast · Deep Dive into ARM’s Physical AI and Robotics Strategies with Drew Henry Episode 249 of The Robot Report Podcast features Drew Henry of Arm Holdings PLC. Podcast guest: Drew Henry of Arm Drew Henry. | Credit: Arm Drew Henry is executive vice president of Arm’s Physical AI Business Unit, leading the Cambridge, U.K.-based company‘s strategy for the computing and software technologies that power automotive, robotics, and autonomous systems. These markets sit

The ExR-2.5 robots is now available in North America. Source: ExRobotics Oil and gas operators face mounting pressure from aging infrastructure, acute workforce shortages, and the escalating cost of unplanned downtime, noted ExRobotics B.V. The company today made the North American launch of its UL-certified ExR-2.5 autonomous inspection robot at the Energy Drone & Robotics Summit in Houston. “The inspection challenges facing oil and gas operators are intensifying — skilled labor is ha

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