EAIGLE and Loblaw Companies Ltd. are expanding their partnership to deploy AI-powered gate automation technology at additional Loblaw yards and distribution centres. The rollout builds on earlier installations and is intended to automate gate processes and improve visibility into yard operations.
Loblaw is expanding use of EAIGLE’s AVAC technology, which uses computer vision to automate vehicle access control and capture freight and vehicle data in real time. The system is designed to support gate operations at distribution facilities and integrate with warehouse, transportation, yard and enterprise management systems.
The companies said the technology is being used to reduce gate processing times, improve data accuracy and provide greater visibility into yard operations.
“This is about scaling what works in real operations, a practical and measurable use of applied AI in supply chains,” said Amir Hoss, Chief Executive Officer at EAIGLE. “It should strengthen existing workflows, not replace them. What we’re seeing with Loblaw is a clear example of how Vision AI can be deployed at scale to improve consistency, throughput, and visibility across facilities.”
Gate operations play a key role in distribution centre throughput because they control the movement of vehicles entering and leaving facilities. The expanded deployment follows earlier implementation of the technology within Loblaw’s network.
“We’re always looking for practical ways to improve how products move through our network so we can better serve our customers,” said Wael Yehia, vice-president, national transportation at Loblaw Companies Ltd.. “Working with Canadian innovators like EAIGLE allows us to leverage technologies that can help improve efficiency, support our operations teams and keep products moving reliably across our network.”
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