The startup develops automated overhead systems that optimize scheduling and routing for pick-ups and drop-offs within port and intermodal terminals. By implementing load balancing techniques, their technology enhances operational efficiency and reduces delays in cargo handling.
Funding
$7.4M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Ports and intermodal terminals face increasing congestion and delays in container handling, leading to reduced operational efficiency and increased costs. Traditional methods rely heavily on trucks and manual processes, contributing to traffic, emissions, and slower turnaround times.
Solution
EagleRail provides an overhead, electrified light rail system designed for point-to-point container transfers within and between ports, inland depots, rail centers, trucking facilities, warehouses, and trade zones. The system utilizes self-driving, all-electric carriers to move ISO containers of various sizes, including 20, 40, 45, and 53-foot containers, at speeds up to 20 mph. By operating above ground, the system bypasses ground-level congestion, reduces energy consumption by 60% compared to diesel trucks, and cuts carbon emissions by 70%. The Eagle-i software interfaces with port TOS and intermodal EDIs to schedule, launch, and track container movements in real-time.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes port authorities, terminal operators, intermodal facilities, and rail operators seeking to improve container handling efficiency, reduce emissions, and increase terminal capacity.
Features
- Overhead, electrified light rail system for automated container transport
- Self-driving, all-electric carriers capable of handling 20, 40, 45, and 53-foot ISO containers
- Interfaces with existing port lifting and handling equipment, such as reach stackers, straddle carriers, and gantry cranes
- Adaptable design to accommodate inclines, declines, and various environmental conditions
- Digital twin FlexSim simulations for custom system design and validation
- Integration with Port TOS and intermodal EDIs via Eagle-i software for real-time scheduling and tracking
- Options for solar panel integration on top of the rail to reduce grid energy consumption
- Safety features including corner twist locks, collision sensors, and fenced conveyance corridors