JOST to partner with FERNRIDE on decarbonization and automation development
FERNRIDE offers scalable automation solutions for trucking in the yard and port logistics. By collaborating with FERNRIDE, JOST can expand its expertise in a targeted manner and jointly develop pioneering automation solutions that will further advance these key issues in the commercial vehicle industry.
As part of the cooperation project, JOST and FERNRIDE are bundling their expertise and resources to develop scalable technologies that automate the operation of trucks on closed operating domains such as logistics sites and depots.
FERNRIDE offers scalable automation solutions for trucking in the yard and port logistics. These solutions increase efficiency, promote sustainable practices, and improve the safety of employees. The company uses a technological approach called ‘human-assisted autonomy’, which allows for remote takeovers of autonomous trucks when necessary.
The partnership between JOST and FERNRIDE
More into details, FERNRIDE has developed a market-ready solution that can be used immediately in existing logistics processes. The technology has already been successfully used by customers such as Volkswagen, HHLA and DB Schenker in yard and port logistics and helps to optimise operational processes by enabling more flexible use of drivers and increasing productivity and safety.
By collaborating with FERNRIDE, JOST can expand its expertise in a targeted manner and jointly develop pioneering automation solutions that will further advance these key issues in the commercial vehicle industry. “The partnership with FERNRIDE is an important step for us in combining our expertise in safety-relevant vehicle technologies in the truck and trailer sector with innovative autonomous solutions,” explained Michael Fischer, Vice President Product Development at JOST. “Together, we want to help shape the future of logistics and contribute to increasing efficiency and safety in the industry.”
