Swiss healthcare startup Vtuls, which uses AI and machine-learning technologies to remotely monitor vital signs, has signed an agreement with…
Author: John Thornton
John Thornton
John is the editor-in-chief at Akabo Media, leading the editorial strategy for Logistics Manager, Robotics & Automation Magazine, and City Transport & Traffic Innovation (CiTTi) Magazine. With over a decade of B2B publishing experience, he has edited sector-specific titles in engineering, technology, automotive, and marine industries. Since joining Akabo Media in 2019, John has driven engagement and growth across print, digital, and event platforms. He oversees magazine content, mentors editorial teams, and curates industry-leading conference content. John chairs and moderates the Road User Charging Conference series in Brussels, Abu Dhabi, Miami and Singapore, while also playing an active role in Akabo’s exhibitions. A prominent voice in logistics, supply chain, robotics, automation, and transport, John fosters industry connections and ensures Akabo Media’s content remains a vital resource for its professional audience.
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Developed in partnership with the University of Michigan, the recently opened Ford Motor Company Robotics Building is a new US$75m…
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Ocado Group has invested £10m in driverless vehicle software company Oxbotica to develop a range of autonomous grocery delivery vehicles, including “kerb-to-kitchen…
Geek+ and AMH Material Handling have announced the launch of an intelligent sorting system at Asda Logistics Services’ (ALS’s) National…
