Volvo Begins Autonomous Operations for DHL Supply Chain in Texas
Volvo Autonomous Solutions (V.A.S.) and DHL Supply Chain have launched autonomous trucking operations in Texas using the Volvo VNL Autonomous, powered by Aurora Driver technology. Initial operations will cover Dallas to Houston and Fort Worth to El Paso routes, with safety drivers present during this validation phase.
The initiative focuses on validating the ecosystem required for autonomous transport at scale. The Volvo VNL Autonomous features built-in redundancy systems and advanced sensors, including high-resolution cameras, imaging radar, and proprietary long-range lidar for safe highway operations. Bruckner's Truck & Equipment and other Volvo dealers across Texas will provide support infrastructure.
Volvo Autonomous Solutions (V.A.S.) e DHL Supply Chain hanno avviato operazioni di camion autonomi in Texas utilizzando il Volvo VNL Autonomous, alimentato dalla tecnologia Aurora Driver. Le operazioni iniziali copriranno le rotte da Dallas a Houston e da Fort Worth ad El Paso, con conducenti di sicurezza presenti durante questa fase di validazione.
L'iniziativa si concentra sulla validazione dell'ecosistema necessario per il trasporto autonomo su larga scala. Il Volvo VNL Autonomous presenta sistemi di ridondanza integrati e sensori avanzati, tra cui telecamere ad alta risoluzione, radar per l'imaging e lidar proprietario a lungo raggio per operazioni autostradali sicure. Bruckner's Truck & Equipment e altri concessionari Volvo in Texas forniranno infrastrutture di supporto.
Volvo Autonomous Solutions (V.A.S.) y DHL Supply Chain han lanzado operaciones de camiones autónomos en Texas utilizando el Volvo VNL Autonomous, impulsado por la tecnología Aurora Driver. Las operaciones iniciales cubrirán las rutas de Dallas a Houston y de Fort Worth a El Paso, con conductores de seguridad presentes durante esta fase de validación.
La iniciativa se centra en validar el ecosistema necesario para el transporte autónomo a gran escala. El Volvo VNL Autonomous cuenta con sistemas de redundancia integrados y sensores avanzados, incluidos cámaras de alta resolución, radar de imagen y lidar de largo alcance propietario para operaciones seguras en la carretera. Bruckner's Truck & Equipment y otros concesionarios de Volvo en Texas proporcionarán la infraestructura de apoyo.
볼보 자율주행 솔루션(Volvo Autonomous Solutions, V.A.S.)와 DHL 공급망(DHL Supply Chain)이 오로라 드라이버(Aurora Driver) 기술로 구동되는 볼보 VNL 자율주행 트럭을 사용하여 텍사스에서 자율주행 트럭 운송 작업을 시작했습니다. 초기 작업은 달라스에서 휴스턴, 포트워스에서 엘패소까지의 노선을 포함하며, 이 검증 단계 동안 안전 운전자가 배치됩니다.
이 프로젝트는 대규모 자율 운송에 필요한 생태계를 검증하는 데 중점을 두고 있습니다. 볼보 VNL 자율주행 트럭은 고급 센서와 내장된 이중화 시스템을 갖추고 있으며, 고해상도 카메라, 이미징 레이더 및 독자적인 장거리 라이더를 포함하여 안전한 고속도로 운전을 지원합니다. 브러크너 트럭 & 장비(Bruckner's Truck & Equipment)와 텍사스 전역의 다른 볼보 딜러가 지원 인프라를 제공합니다.
Volvo Autonomous Solutions (V.A.S.) et DHL Supply Chain ont lancé des opérations de camions autonomes au Texas utilisant le Volvo VNL Autonomous, propulsé par la technologie Aurora Driver. Les opérations initiales couvriront les itinéraires de Dallas à Houston et de Fort Worth à El Paso, avec des conducteurs de sécurité présents durant cette phase de validation.
L'initiative vise à valider l'écosystème nécessaire au transport autonome à grande échelle. Le Volvo VNL Autonomous est équipé de systèmes de redondance intégrés et de capteurs avancés, y compris des caméras haute résolution, des radars d'imagerie et un lidar propriétaire à longue portée pour des opérations autoroutières sécurisées. Bruckner's Truck & Equipment et d'autres concessionnaires Volvo au Texas fourniront l'infrastructure de soutien.
Volvo Autonomous Solutions (V.A.S.) und DHL Supply Chain haben autonome Lkw-Operationen in Texas gestartet, die mit dem Volvo VNL Autonomous, betrieben von der Aurora Driver-Technologie, durchgeführt werden. Die ersten Einsätze werden die Routen von Dallas nach Houston und von Fort Worth nach El Paso abdecken, wobei in dieser Validierungsphase Sicherheitspersonal anwesend sein wird.
Die Initiative konzentriert sich darauf, das Ökosystem zu validieren, das für den autonomen Transport in großem Maßstab erforderlich ist. Der Volvo VNL Autonomous verfügt über integrierte Redundanzsysteme und fortschrittliche Sensoren, darunter hochauflösende Kameras, bildgebende Radarsensoren und proprietäre Langstrecken-Lidar-Technologie für eine sichere Autobahnnutzung. Bruckner's Truck & Equipment und andere Volvo-Händler in Texas werden die unterstützende Infrastruktur bereitstellen.
- Launch of commercial autonomous trucking operations in major Texas routes
- Strategic partnership with major logistics provider DHL Supply Chain
- Established support infrastructure through Volvo's dealer network
- 24/7 operational capabilities potentially increasing delivery efficiency
- Built-in redundancy systems enhancing operational safety
- Still requires safety drivers, indicating technology not fully autonomous yet
- to only two routes in Texas initially
- Significant infrastructure investment required for scaling operations
A Strategic Alliance for Innovation
"Early adopters play a pivotal role in accelerating the deployment and acceptance of autonomous technology, enabling us to validate both safety and operational performance," said Sasko Cuklev, Head of On-Road Solutions at Volvo Autonomous Solutions. "Our collaboration with DHL Supply Chain exemplifies the potential of autonomy as a complementary mode of transport that increases freight capacity and optimizes supply chain efficiencies."
Jim Monkmeyer, President of Transportation for DHL Supply Chain North America, added, "Autonomy is a key enabler in advancing the digital transformation across the logistics sector by providing reliable long-haul capacity. Our long-standing partnership with Volvo has been instrumental in aligning their autonomous transport solutions with our 24/7 operational demands. Volvo's legacy of safety and relentless pursuit of innovation make them an ideal partner in our journey to elevate trucking efficiency and deliver greater value to our customers."
Uncompromising Commitment to Safety
Staying true to Volvo's long-standing commitment to safety, the Volvo VNL Autonomous is designed from the ground up with built-in redundancy for critical systems. In autonomous trucks, redundancy replaces the backup provided by a human driver with systems that can automatically take control in the rare case of primary systems encountering an issue, ensuring safe operations.
This safety approach is further strengthened by Volvo's close partnership with Aurora, whose sophisticated and robust technology enables the Volvo VNL Autonomous to safely navigate the world around it. The Aurora Driver is equipped with powerful sensors, including high-resolution cameras, imaging radar, and proprietary long-range lidar that allow for safe autonomous operations at highway speeds.
An Ecosystem Approach to Real-World Autonomy
"As part of the Volvo Group, we have access to industry leading product development, world-class manufacturing and a mature dealer and service network," stated Nils Jaeger, President of Volvo Autonomous Solutions.
"For a large-scale deployment of autonomy, in addition to the autonomous truck, there also needs to be a cohesive and seamless support network of surrounding infrastructure, which creates a comprehensive autonomous ecosystem that enables daily operations," he added.
To ensure uptime for future autonomous fleets, V.A.S. has utilized the industry expertise of Bruckner's Truck & Equipment, along with other key Volvo Trucks dealers across
Investing in the Future of Freight
Autonomy is set to revolutionize the transport industry by lowering operational costs, increasing efficiency, and enhancing safety. With 24/7 capabilities, autonomous transport can accelerate delivery times and optimize supply chains, promoting a more resilient transport network.
"Autonomous trucks can also offer drivers new opportunities, such as remote monitoring and management of fleets while also addressing ongoing labor challenges," stated Monkmeyer. "Additionally, autonomous trucks can reduce the physical and mental strain on drivers, leading to improved quality of life and increased job satisfaction."
Strategic partnerships like that of V.A.S. and DHL Supply Chain are essential for leveraging resources and expertise to earn regulatory and public trust and acceptance of autonomous technologies—and ultimately, to deliver on the full promise of autonomy.
December 11th, 2024
About Volvo Autonomous Solutions
The autonomous transport solution offered by Volvo Autonomous Solutions includes a vehicle purpose-built for autonomous driving, a virtual driver, required infrastructure, operations and uptime support as well as a cloud solution that controls the transport system and manages logistics flows. The solutions developed by Volvo Autonomous Solutions are tailor-made for each customer's needs are intended to make their operations safer, and more productive and sustainable.
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