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Which country will be the next to announce significant automation in its major ports by June 30, 2024?
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United States • 25%
Japan • 25%
Germany • 25%
Other • 25%
Official announcements from port authorities and government agencies
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Chinese Port in Guangzhou Uses 5G and AI Vehicles for Automation Amid US Dockworker Strike
Oct 1, 2024, 07:45 AM
The Chinese port in Guangzhou has implemented advanced automation technologies, utilizing 5G and AI vehicles to remotely unload ships and transport containers without human assistance. Virtual longshoremen operate from computers, overseeing the process. This technological advancement contrasts sharply with the current situation in the United States, where dockworkers are on strike, paralyzing significant portions of US trade. The automation at Guangzhou port is seen as a model for improving efficiency and reducing the impact of labor strikes on the supply chain.
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