Gatik was selected for establishing the first autonomous Middle Mile logistics network in North America which reduces labor costs, increases supply chain efficiency and enhances safety for all road users
PALO ALTO, Calif. – June 15, 2021 – Gatik, the market leader in automating on-road transportation networks for B2B middle-mile logistics, announced today that it has been named as a World Economic Forum Technology Pioneer. This prestigious list consists of companies from around the world that are involved in the use of new technologies and innovation that are poised to have a significant impact on business and society. Companies selected in the past include Google, AirBnB, Twitter and Spotify.
“We’re excited to welcome Gatik to our 2021 cohort of Technology Pioneers,” said
Susan Nesbitt, Head of the Global Innovators Community, World Economic Forum. “Gatik and its fellow pioneers are developing technologies that can help society solve some of its most pressing issues. We look forward to their contribution to the World Economic Forum in its commitment to improving the state of the world.”
“It’s a privilege to be acknowledged as a Technology Pioneer by the World Economic
Forum”, said Gautam Narang, CEO and Co-Founder, Gatik. “With the global supply chain in the spotlight, our autonomous solution is more relevant than ever. We have a dedicated fleet that gives back control and reliability to our customers, meaning resilient hub-and-spoke operations, reduced costs and a constant flow of goods. Operating on
fixed, repeatable routes is the most effective way to deploy autonomous vehicles safely and at scale – the World Economic Forum’s recognition of our solution validates the strength of this approach.”
Gatik is the only company in North America to offer Class 3-6 autonomous trucks on the
Middle Mile that enable safe, affordable, reliable delivery of goods in near-real time. With their selection as a Technology Pioneer, Gatik will be invited to participate at World Economic Forum leadership events throughout the year. Gatik will also contribute to Forum initiatives over the next two years, working with global leaders to help address key industry and societal issues. Gatik’s inclusion is based on the company’s relevance to the World Economic Forum’s Platforms and the Technology Pioneer community’s selection criteria which includes innovation, impact and leadership.
About Gatik
Gatik AI Inc. develops AI-powered autonomous trucking solutions for regional logistics networks. The Gatik Driver™ is a scalable, interpretable AI system purpose-built to enable safe, consistent, and high-frequency freight movement. Proven in real-world driverless operations for Fortune 50 customers, Gatik’s technology enhances the reliability and cost efficiency of B2B supply chains at scale.
Founded in 2017, Gatik's driverless trucks are commercially deployed on public roads across multiple markets, including Texas, Arkansas, Arizona, Nebraska, and Ontario. Supported by close collaborations with strategic partners - including Isuzu Motors Limited, NVIDIA, and Ryder - Gatik is advancing reliable and efficient freight operations at scale.
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