RoboK, a University of Cambridge AI spinout, has announced it has secured £1 million UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) funding for a project to deliver an artificial intelligence software UK ports and warehouses.
RoboK’s project PALLETS platform integrates AI with existing CCTV systems, transforming video monitoring into a proactive tool for real-time hazard detection and operational improvements, setting new standards in safety and efficiency across UK logistics hubs. Their success is the result of a recent drive by UKRI to accelerate the adoption of trustworthy and responsible AI and machine learning technologies.
The project also brings together key partners: Astron Fire & Security, Freeport East, Port of Dover, The Finishing Line, The University of Essex, and The Bristol Port Company. Together, the consortium seeks to tackle significant industry challenges including hazard detection and operational bottlenecks, concluding at the end of March 2025.