LG Uplus working on 5G smart port initiative

Korean operator LG Uplus announced plans to construct a smart port system powered by 5G technology that will enable unmanned cranes to be operated remotely to maximize efficiency in transporting containers, Korean newspaper Korea Times reported. LG Uplus said that the smart port initiative will be developed through an agreement with compatriot firm Seoho Electric.…

Texas Freight selects Orbcomm for in-cab connectivity

Machine-to-Machine and internet of things provider Orbcomm was selected by Houston-based van truckload carrier Texas Freight Services to provide its in-cab solution across Texas Freight Services’ entire fleet of trucks. Orbcomm’s solution provides wireless connectivity through its hardware and integrated cloud-based analytics platform and information management engine for fleet management. Texas Freight is using Orbcomm’s in-cab solution…