May 20, 2026 Farnborough, United Kingdom, (May 20, 2026) — HII (NYSE: HII) is showcasing its role as America’s largest military shipbuilder and a global leader in autonomous unmanned maritime systems at the Combined Naval Event (CNE) 2026, taking place May 19–21 at the Farnborough International Exhibition Centre in the United Kingdom. At CNE 2026, HII features exhibits and executive presentations highlighting the company’s expertise in unmanned maritime systems, autonomous operations, manned-unmanned teaming, and scalable production of next-generation undersea and surface platforms. HII is also underscoring its role in designing, developing and operating the largest live, virtual, constructive (LVC) enterprise preparing warfighters for cross-domain battle with advanced technologies to enable mission readiness. HII partners with military experts to combine vendor-agnostic tools and operational experiences for an integrated LVC environment that maintains tactical realism, even as the scope or battlespace changes. “HII is proud to be a partner to the U.S. Navy, Royal Navy, NATO allies, and international partners in supporting the growing need for autonomous capabilities and mission enabling technologies in naval operations across both the undersea and surface domains,” said Duane Fotheringham, president of the Unmanned Systems group in HII’s Mission Technologies division. “Our autonomous maritime systems are operating today in some of the world’s most demanding environments, and we continue to advance capabilities that extend mission reach, improve fleet survivability, and strengthen allied interoperability across the maritime domain.” HII’s exhibit and presentations feature the company’s expanding portfolio of autonomous maritime technologies, including the REMUS family of unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs) and the ROMULUS family of AI-enabled unmanned surface vessels (USVs) as well as HII’s Odyssey Autonomous Control System (ACS) software suite. This year marks the 25th anniversary of the REMUS UUV family, widely recognized as the world’s leading autonomous underwater vehicle platform supporting defense, commercial, and scientific missions
May 20, 2026 · via hii.com
Malta adds 40 electric buses and launches autonomous shuttle trials Let’s first look at the new electric buses. These will be operated by Malta Public Transport and are intended to further electrify the operator’s fleet, which the government said will eventually more than double in size. The investment also supports Malta’s objective of deploying a fully electric public transport fleet on the island of Gozo. While the bus manufacturer was not named in the government’s press release, images released alongside the announcement show buses from Chinese manufacturer King Long. However, the exact model is not identifiable, but they are likely 12-meter electric buses, as that model had already been added to the fleet in 2023. “This marks another significant step towards cleaner and more technologically advanced public transport,” said Transport Minister Chris Bonett. He added that the initiative forms part of the wider Malta in Motion strategy, which includes investment in public transport, upgraded infrastructure, innovative technologies and sustainable mobility solutions. In 2023, Malta had already put 30 electric buses and a charging depot with a total output of 3 megawatts into operation. Bonett described the programme as evidence that the Malta in Motion plan is being implemented in practice. “This is not a plan or presentation on paper, but a vision being built step by step, investment after investment,” he said. Autonomous electric shuttle trials to begin in June Alongside the fleet expansion, Malta Public Transport confirmed that trials of an autonomous electric shuttle will begin next month on pre-approved routes in Malta and Gozo. The vehicle can carry up to 15 passengers and will initially operate under controlled testing conditions before any possible public deployment. The autonomous shuttle project is being carried out by Malta Public Transport, the Ministry for Transport, Infrastructure and Public Works and the University
May 20, 2026 · via electrive.com
Earlier this year, NVIDIA announced that it had expanded its high-tech solutions for automakers to include autonomous drive-ready software. In simplest terms, purchasing and implementing NVIDIA DRIVE Hyperion architecture and full‑stack NVIDIA DRIVE AV L4 software turns vehicles into robotaxis without automakers having to develop the tech themselves. Unlike other autonomous vehicle solution providers, NVIDIA’s technology comes in a standardized package. And, it’s able to digest information approximately 42 percent faster than its closest competitor. This turnkey-like solution to autonomous vehicles is the reason why NVIDIA is Newsweek’s World’s Greatest Auto Disruptors Research and Development Disruptor of the Year. Companies liken NVIDIA’s solution to being the brains of the behind-the-scenes operation of a vehicle. The “brain” sends commands to the vehicle’s drive system components (steering, accelerating and braking, among them) to cause the vehicle to navigate a set route, when enabled. Automakers are able to customize a number of the system’s key elements, including how the vehicle perceives, plans and acts to match their brand guidelines, vehicle type and operational design domain. Crucially, the system is adaptable for various levels of autonomy, from Level 2++ to Level 4. A Level 2++ designation, a marketing term derived from the SAE Level 2 standard, indicates that a vehicle is able to handle steering, braking and lane change operations on highways and city streets. Level 4 autonomy is designated for capability that is highly automated where a vehicle handles all driving tasks within a geofenced area without human intervention. Mercedes-Benz was the first automaker to roll out the full suite of NVIDIA technology in its vehicles, implementing it in the new CLA sedan. Many other companies already use parts of the tech suite, including Hyundai Motor Group, BYD, Zeekr, Isuzu, Stellantis and Lucid Group. Read about all of Newsweek’s Greatest Auto Disruptors 2026
May 20, 2026 · via newsweek.com
The retail automotive industry faces challenges on nearly every front. Electric vehicles, artificial intelligence (AI), tightening federal regulation, and a new-car affordability crisis are reshaping the business from the ground up. Meanwhile, the average American new-car dealer is more than 70 years old, and manufacturer consolidation continues to put pressure on independent, family-owned dealerships. The Missouri Automobile Dealers Association saw the leadership gap coming and built its NextGen program to close it. On this episode of Inside Automotive, we’re joined by MADA President and CEO Doug Smith; Chairman Nick Anderson, who also serves as Chair of the NextGen Committee; and Committee Members Kyle Weymuth, Alex Thompson, and Megan Sinclair Rosso. MADA’s NextGen Committee looks to the future MADA represents 368 new-car dealerships across Missouri. Roughly 80% of those are multi-generational, family-owned operations. As average dealer age climbs, MADA president and CEO Doug Smith says the association wanted a structured way to bring younger dealers into the fold. “Getting them to come to our events was pretty easy. It just simply took an invitation, a personal invite from us. And these guys have hit the ground running,” Smith said. "We're here to protect our industry for the future." — Kyle Weymuth The NextGen Committee is open to active dealership managers under 40. Smith said the committee looks for future board members, future advocates, and future leaders who understand the association’s work. “They are the future of our leadership. They are the future of this industry. They speak the language. They know the technology. They’re ahead of the game when it comes to those things,” he said. The challenges today’s auto leaders face Stepping into leadership roles comes with its own challenges, something many of MADA’s members can relate to personally. Megan Sinclair Rosso, Dealer Principal of Dave Sinclair Lincoln and Vice
May 20, 2026 · via cbtnews.com
Alphabet's (GOOGL +0.38%) (GOOG +0.00%) Waymo recently issued a voluntary recall of its autonomous vehicles (AVs) -- about 3,800 in all -- which got a lot of attention. Apparently, when a self-driving car drives itself into a flooded road (thankfully, with no one inside) and gets swept away into a creek, people understandably freak out a little. But the mishap, along with additional reports of some Waymo vehicles struggling to navigate heavy rain and flooded roads, is likely a temporary issue for the company rather than an ongoing problem. And it's unlikely to negatively impact the company's long-term potential to tap into the nearly $2 trillion global AV market taking shape between now and 2035. How deep do you think that water is? After a handful of Waymos made very public driving mistakes in bad weather, the NHTSA began an initial probe in April. That led to Waymo issuing a voluntary recall, meaning the company proactively took its AV fleet off the streets in the 11 cities where it operates to address the issues. That's important to highlight because Waymo has, from the beginning of its formerly named Google self-driving car project, been very focused on safety. It may seem to some riders that Waymo cars are just popping up overnight in new cities, but the company has tested its AV software for more than a decade, with millions of real-world miles driven and billions of digital miles logged. Like any software (or human), Waymo's AVs can make mistakes. And it's not the first time Waymo AVs have. The vehicles were reported to have passed stopped school buses in error earlier this year. Waymo has issued software updates to fix the issues. Still, I think one of the major lessons from this mishap is that Waymo can make big changes
May 20, 2026 · via fool.com
Gasgoo Munich- On May 19, ECARX announced a strategic framework agreement with U.S.-based autonomous driving company May Mobility to support the deployment of next-generation Robotaxi services. Image source: ECARX Under the partnership, ECARX will provide a full-stack intelligent driving solution for May Mobility's future autonomous fleet, helping accelerate large-scale commercialization of self-driving mobility services. The two companies have already selected the first vehicle platform for the collaboration, with pilot operations scheduled to begin next year and broader commercial deployment targeted for 2028. The agreement marks a strategic expansion of ECARX's business scope beyond intelligent cockpit and vehicle computing platforms into the Robotaxi and autonomous mobility sector, opening what the company sees as a new long-term growth opportunity in smart transportation services. Under the framework agreement, ECARX will supply core technologies for May Mobility's next-generation autonomous driving architecture, including a customized AI central computing platform and a complete sensor suite. The solution is expected to be deployed across tens of thousands of autonomous vehicles operated by May Mobility. For ECARX, the deal represents entry into a rapidly expanding Robotaxi market segment, while May Mobility is expected to benefit from faster scaling of its autonomous fleet operations. The partnership combines ECARX's expertise in integrated intelligent driving technologies with May Mobility's operational experience in autonomous ride-hailing systems. May Mobility's autonomous driving stack uses a "Predictive World Model" AI framework capable of simulating traffic conditions up to 10 seconds into the future. The system generates multiple driving strategies and selects the optimal response through an onboard reasoning engine. The technology has already been commercially deployed in several cities across the United States and Japan. The two companies also said they aim to significantly reduce the total cost of autonomous vehicles, targeting a reduction of at least 50% in overall vehicle system costs by 2028.
May 20, 2026 · via autonews.gasgoo.com
IN FOCUS: Can driverless buses become a mainstay on Singapore’s roads? It has been 12 years since the first autonomous vehicle trials were conducted in Singapore. SINGAPORE: When bus driver Muhammad Naz Farihin travelled on an autonomous vehicle as part of a trial in Punggol this year, he was surprised by how closely it resembled a ride with a human driver. “I was actually very impressed, if you were to close your eyes and mind your own business, have a conversation, you won’t actually realise the vehicle was autonomous,” said the 29-year-old. The driver from private bus company A&S Transit said the vehicle responded quickly and decisively to other road users, pedestrians and obstacles. “The best way to describe this is that they are as good as a (probation) plate driver making judgments on the roads. They’re learning and preparing,” he said. But while the technology impressed him, Mr Naz is not worried that autonomous vehicles will replace his job any time soon. In his seven years on the road, he has encountered too many situations where a human touch was essential, and he remains convinced that technology cannot yet replace it. “As a bus captain, you are more customer-oriented; you have to address a wide diversity of passengers you serve, be it the elderly, the young, or those that require special assistance,” he said. “This is something a driverless vehicle will not be able to handle.” Mr Naz is not alone in wondering how quickly autonomous vehicle (AV) technology can become part of everyday life in Singapore. Acting Transport Minister Jeffrey Siow said in an interview last year that there would be a “really big push” for AVs, with many expected to ply the roads in five years. As part of this, passenger trials began in Punggol earlier this
May 20, 2026 · via channelnewsasia.com
Tesla develops Robotaxi-focused car wash in Las Vegas New facility planned for autonomous fleet maintenance signals expansion of dedicated Robotaxi infrastructure. Tesla is advancing its Robotaxi strategy with plans to develop a dedicated car wash and maintenance facility in Las Vegas, according to permit filings submitted last week. The project outlines upgrades to an existing site to support the operation of the company’s growing autonomous vehicle fleet. The permit, titled “Tesla Center Mohawk Cybercab Phase 2 Car Wash,” details the construction of a car wash enclosure alongside infrastructure modifications, including relocation of tire service equipment and installation of power systems. The site is expected to function as a specialized hub for cleaning and maintaining Tesla’s Cybercab vehicles, according to Teslahubs. The move reflects the company’s broader push to build an ecosystem tailored to self-driving ride-hailing services. The Cybercab, designed without a steering wheel as an autonomy-first vehicle, recently entered mass production, requiring dedicated infrastructure where vehicles can be serviced, charged and prepared for continuous operation with minimal human intervention. The Las Vegas location is likely to form part of a wider network that includes private Robotaxi charging hubs, integrating high-capacity charging with automated cleaning and maintenance services. This approach could enable faster turnaround times for vehicles within Tesla’s fleet-based mobility model. Related contents Discuss
May 20, 2026 · via mobilityplaza.org
Malaysia gathers public input for upcoming autonomous vehicle roadmap
Reported on May 19, 2026, the Ministry of Transport Malaysia, together with the Malaysian Institute of Road Safety Research (MIROS) and Futurise, a subsidiary of Cyberview, has opened a public consultation process for Malaysia’s upcoming autonomous vehicle roadmap.
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CHANGZHOU, China, May 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- EZGO Technologies Ltd. (Nasdaq: EZGO) today announced the signing of a Strategic Investment and Industrial Cooperation Framework Agreement ("Agreement") among EZGO, Autotrax.ai Inc. ("Autotrax.ai"), and Zhejiang Hengyuan Machinery Co., Ltd. ("Zhejiang Hengyuan"). The three parties will integrate their complementary and non-overlapping core capabilities to create a vertically integrated "lithium battery pack + smart EV control + autonomous driving" commercial vehicle solution purpose-built for the U.S. market. Strategic Synergy and "California Assembly" Each party brings a distinct, non-overlapping capability: All co-developed vehicles are expected to be assembled at Autotrax.ai's California facility, supporting localized U.S. assembly requirements for commercial fleet deployment and procurement opportunities. Initial Market Launch The three-party alliance aims to launch all-weather autonomous logistics commercial vehicles in the U.S. market in the first half of 2027, targeting rapidly growing commercial logistics and intelligent transportation segments in North America. Strategic Investment Under the Agreement, EZGO proposes to make a strategic equity investment in Autotrax.ai, with the specific amount and valuation to be determined in a definitive agreement. Proceeds from the investment are expected to support expansion of Autotrax.ai's U.S. assembly line, introduction of lithium battery testing capabilities, engineering scale-up and customer validation, and compliance restructuring in preparation for a potential future U.S. capital markets transaction. Upon completion of the proposed investment, EZGO is expected to have the right to appoint one director to Autotrax.ai's board. Management Commentary "This three-party alliance brings together three complementary strengths: EZGO's lithium battery manufacturing expertise and intelligent VCS technology, Zhejiang Hengyuan's iChassis platform validated by autonomous vehicle companies, and Autotrax.ai's U.S.-based autonomous driving engineering and California assembly capability. We believe this collaboration positions us to participate in the rapidly evolving autonomous commercial vehicle market in North America." — Ye Jianhui, Chairman & CEO, EZGO Technologies For additional information, please
May 20, 2026 · via vir.com.vn
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Arteris tech powers Li Auto's new L9 Livis SUV with advanced AI and SoC integration.
Arteris, Inc. announced its system IP technology is adopted by Li Auto for its new L9 Livis flagship SUV, integrating the Mach M100 autonomous driving SoC. This collaboration enhances AI data movement and system efficiency, meeting high performance, ...
May 20, 2026 · via pluang.com
SEOUL / LOS ANGELES, May 19, 2026 – Kia and FIFA marked a key milestone in their global partnership with an official vehicle handover held at Los Angeles Stadium. The event reflects Kia’s role as the Official Mobility Partner of the FIFA World Cup 2026™, set to take place in the United States, Canada and Mexico from June 11 to July 19. For the FIFA World Cup 2026™, Kia will deploy 660 vehicles from its award‑winning product lineup. The vehicles will be drawn from various Kia models — Telluride, Sportage, Carnival, Sorento, K4, K4 Hatchback, Niro and Sonet — and will support a wide range of tournament operations across host markets, showcasing the brand’s innovation and versatility to a global audience. “Kia is honored to support the FIFA World Cup 2026™ as the Official Mobility Partner. This vehicle handover marks a significant milestone in our global partnership with FIFA and reflects Kia’s commitment to delivering innovative and sustainable mobility solutions on the world stage. We look forward to contributing to creating a seamless and memorable tournament experience for all participants and fans worldwide.” — Ho Sung Song, President and CEO of Kia Corporation. The collaboration reflects Kia’s brand philosophy of enabling meaningful movement by connecting people with inspiring experiences through mobility. Beyond the tournament itself, the partnership extends to fans and communities through additional activations, including the launch of Kia’s exclusive FIFA World Cup 2026™ Display Themes and the hosting of young players from around the world for the Kia OMBC Cup 2026™. Kia has been an official partner of FIFA, the global football (soccer) governing body, since 2007. As FIFA’s official mobility partner, Kia will provide transportation, autonomous driving technologies and future mobility services at FIFA’s global events and tournaments until 2030.
May 20, 2026 · via hyundaimotorgroup.com
Nuro on Tuesday named Michael Mancini as its new Chief Financial Officer — ending a roughly 32-month vacancy in the senior finance role that has spanned the autonomous driving startup’s most consequential commercial period. The appointment fills a seat that has been empty since Abi Viswanathan stepped down as Chief Financial Officer in September 2023, after holding the role for one year and nine months. Viswanathan briefly served as an advisor to Nuro on a part-time basis through December 2023 before leaving the company entirely — according to the executive’s LinkedIn profile. Mancini joins Nuro as the SoftBank-backed autonomous driving company prepares for the planned commercial launch of its robotaxi service with Lucid Motors and Uber in the San Francisco Bay Area later this year. The timeline has been maintained by Lucid, Uber, and Nuro management since the partnership was originally announced in July 2025. The 32-month CFO vacancy included the July 2025 Lucid-Uber partnership signing, last month’s expansion of Uber’s commitment to at least 35,000 vehicles, the announced German expansion, and the preparation for the late-2026 commercial launch. The New CFO Mancini joins Nuro with extensive senior finance experience across capital-intensive technology companies and a self-described “hard-tech CFO” profile. Most recently, Mancini served as Chief Financial Officer at Energy Recovery, Inc. from August 2024 until joining Nuro— a tenure of approximately one year and ten months at the Bay Area energy technology company. Before Energy Recovery, Mancini served as CFO at Astranis Space Technologies from January 2020 to April 2024 — a four-year, four-month tenure at the San Francisco-based satellite communications company. His longest tenure was at Aerion Supersonic, where he spent four years and five months across three progressive roles: VP of Finance (September 2015 to December 2016), Senior Vice President of Finance (January 2017 to December 2017),
May 20, 2026 · via eletric-vehicles.com
Students Build the Future of AI at Cal Poly Pomona's AI Fair & Hackathon At Cal Poly Pomona, students aren’t just exploring artificial intelligence, they’re building it. The 2026 AI Fair & Hackathon in April brought campus innovation to life, showcasing student creativity, industry collaboration, and the growing role of intelligent technologies in everyday life. Centered on the theme “Designing Tomorrow with AI, for Everyone,” students from across disciplines explored how AI is shaping the future through PolyX projects, club demonstrations, and hands-on competitions focused on accessibility, collaboration and real-world application. “The AI Fair is where students don’t just learn AI, they show what they’ve built,” said Alex Harwood, CPP’s associate vice president of advanced computing and chief technology officer. “From club projects to our AI Sandbox powering the SAAM robotics effort, and an exciting hackathon, it’s all student-driven, hands-on work that makes what’s possible immediately real.” Student clubs showcased projects ranging from an autonomous vehicle to a robot inspired by the one featured in the film “Interstellar.” Sign Bridge, developed by students from Team Voice&Hand, is a project that demonstrates AI’s potential to close real-world communication gaps. The working sign language interpreter translates hand movements into spoken words, addressing a critical need, as fewer than 1 percent of hearing individuals know sign language. Beyond the technical achievement, the team also explored usability improvements and conducted a market analysis, demonstrating the project’s potential real-world impact. The hackathon was a central feature of the event, challenging student teams to address real-world problems posed by industry partners alongside creative challenges developed by their peers. Judges evaluated projects based on creativity, impact, feasibility and storytelling. More than 300 students submitted challenge solutions for 60 industry professionals serving as judges for the competition. Student teams had two weeks to research, iterate and build a
May 20, 2026 · via cpp.edu
Li Auto adopts Arteris tech for AI-powered SoCs in new L9 Livis SUV, boosting autonomous driving capabilities.
Li Auto has integrated Arteris' FlexNoC 5 network-on-chip IP and Magillem software into its proprietary autonomous driving SoCs for the new L9 Livis SUV. This technology supports AI data movement and integration, enabling the vehicle to perform 2,560...
May 20, 2026 · via pluang.com
TURN SIGNAL Confessions of a (former) robotaxi hater I hated the idea of robotaxis, but they actually rule San Franciscans have gotten used to seeing cars without drivers crisscrossing their city. It will be the reality for the rest of us soon. The first time you see a car glide through a San Francisco intersection with no one behind the wheel, you hold your breath. Wait there long enough, however, and the sight becomes mundane. It’s not uncommon to see half a dozen Alphabet Waymos, Amazon Zooxes, and Tesla Robotaxis at the same light. They pause for pedestrians, ease into turns, and merge with the flow of traffic — just another participant in the choreography of the streets. Before long, what once felt uncanny starts to feel routine. And that’s when behavior starts to shift: when you stop treating a technology as a novelty and start reorganizing your life around it. Then you start to wonder what’s next. Some are comparing the trajectory and potential impact of physical AI, including autonomous vehicles, to another technology that had some of its earliest followers in the Bay Area. The internet first took hold among a relatively small group of academics, engineers, and hobbyists who were a little early and a little obsessed. They emailed instead of called. They built websites before there was much to browse. They imagined a future in a digital world that, to most people, barely existed. Then, gradually and all at once, everyone else joined them. Now something similar is playing out on the roads. Driverless cars are quietly logging millions of miles in some of the same cities where the early internet took shape. They are opening up new possibilities for transportation and labor, and introducing frictions no one had to think about before. Like the internet
May 19, 2026 · via sherwood.news
Key Legal Insights from Foley’s Automotive Team Analysis by Julie Dautermann, Competitive Intelligence Analyst KEY DEVELOPMENTS - President Trump announced he will raise U.S. import tariffs on European cars and trucks to 25% from 15% if the 27-member bloc does not formally approve by July 4, 2026 a previously negotiated framework trade deal. - As of May 11, the Trump administration was issuing more than $35.5 billion in refunds to importers whose tariff-refund claims were approved after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled the president’s IEEPA-based tariffs were unlawful. - A federal appeals court temporarily paused a decision that had found President Trump’s new global tariffs—imposed under Section 122 of the Trade Act—were unlawful. - In a recent letter, seven major automotive trade associations urged the U.S. Trade Representative to extend the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), rather than pursuing separate bilateral deals. - Automotive News provided an update on the Trump administration’s potential priorities for USMCA negotiations with Mexico. - A number of key stakeholders in the Canadian auto industry expect USMCA negotiations to extend past the July 1, 2026 timeline for the agreement’s scheduled review. - GlobalData revised its 2026 U.S. light-vehicle sales forecast to 16.0 million units, representing a downward adjustment of approximately 100k units. The stand-off between the U.S. and Iran was cited as the reason for the revision, and GlobalData stated, “While we continue to assume that a solution will eventually be found and that oil prices will fall later in the year, there is enough uncertainty to lead us to be more cautious with the 2026 forecast.” - Analysts and oil executives warned that shortages of key fuels in certain markets, and escalating prices,are a growing risk in the coming weeks if shipping does not resume in the Strait of Hormuz. OEMs/SUPPLIERS - More than 60 auto
May 19, 2026 · via jdsupra.com
What failed at Minnesota Capitol: IVF coverage, gun safety, autonomous vehicle bills ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) - Lawmakers wrapped up a busy session at the state capitol, but some of the biggest debates are far from over. Gun safety, school security and other major proposals stall What we know: Parents and students from Annunciation visited the capitol early in the session to push for gun safety changes after a shooting at their school. "No one should have to go through what we went through at Annunciation," said Lydia Kaiser, a survivor of the mass shooting, during a February committee hearing. Despite their efforts, proposals to ban assault weapons, high-capacity magazines, ghost guns and binary triggers failed to pass. "There being ten ayes and ten nays, the motion does not prevail," lawmakers announced after a key vote. House DFL Leader Zack Stephenson said, "Outside of this building, no one thinks that you need a 100-round magazine to go deer hunting. People understand that that's a reasonable thing to restrict, but here it is highly controversial, which is astounding." Republican Speaker of the House Lisa Demuth pointed out that these gun safety bills failed on party-line votes both in committee and on the House floor. She also noted that Democrats blocked some security funding for private schools. "We had some schools that wanted the ability to have dollars available for facilities. So that when you think of a school that maybe doesn't have an intercom at the front door a camera or something like that," said Demuth. Lawmakers also debated help for families and businesses impacted by Operation Metro Surge, and Republicans pushed for authorizing and regulating autonomous vehicles and lower car tab fees. "We wanted to go back to what the car tab fees were before the Democrat trifecta," said
May 19, 2026 · via fox9.com
Today, facing ever-increasing pressure on schedule reliability, many container terminals have already automated much of their yard operations. Quay cranes, however, still rely heavily on manual control, which can limit overall productivity. Drawing on ABB’s expertise in system integration and artificial intelligence, ABB’s Waterside Automation solution increases the level of automation in quay crane operations over the vessel, making the process more consistent and reducing interruptions caused by manual interventions. A key feature is that the solution enables decoupling of the operator from individual quay cranes. Instead of directly controlling challenging activities like picking up and setting down containers over the vessel, operators will be able to supervise the process and manage multiple cranes from an office environment, allowing terminals to introduce quay crane pooling. This also helps improve workforce flexibility. ABB’s Waterside Automation solution integrates vision- and movement-based sensor technologies with data analytics and AI to control container position, crane movements, and the vessel environment in real time. Based on this data, the system can automatically execute lifting and positioning tasks while ensuring safe and consistent crane operations under changing conditions, including vessel movements both alongside and across the quay, as well as the impact of weather. It also connects with other handling processes and operator interfaces, helping to coordinate container flows and increase operational efficiency across the terminal. While similar sensor- and AI-based technologies have been developed and deployed in urban environments, such as semi-autonomous vehicles in public transport systems, ABB has adapted and validated these capabilities specifically for container terminal operations. Crucially, the solution integrates exception handling, stowage confirmation, optical character recognition (OCR), and digitalized work instructions into a coordinated system. This reduces the need for manual verification between steps and supports consistent execution across the full crane cycle. “ABB, as a system integrator, is in a
May 19, 2026 · via oceannews.com