Gatik receives investment for Autonomous Trucking Growth in North America

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. – Gatik, a leader in autonomous middle-mile logistics, has announced a significant investment from NIPPON EXPRESS HOLDINGS, INC. (NX Group), a prominent player in global logistics. This partnership aims to bolster Gatik’s presence in the North American logistics sector and expedite the deployment of its autonomous technology across the region. The investment comes as Gatik continues to build momentum through strategic partnerships, solidifying its leadership in the middle-mile segment of the supply chain. The company’s autonomous transportation network is already operational in key areas, including Texas, Arkansas, and Ontario, Canada. Recent collaborations with Isuzu Motors and ITOCHU further highlight the industry’s confidence in Gatik’s safe and regulator-approved approach to middle-mile autonomy. Gatik’s CEO emphasized that the partnership with NX Group reflects the company’s growing impact in North America and the trust global partners place in its ability to adapt to customer needs. Since its inception in 2017, Gatik has pioneered the use of autonomous vehicles for middle-mile deliveries, achieving notable milestones, including the world’s first fully autonomous deliveries with Walmart in 2021. By focusing on middle-mile logistics, Gatik has gained a competitive edge, allowing for quicker technology deployment and addressing the logistics sector's challenges effectively. The investment from NX Group is expected to further enhance Gatik’s capabilities and accelerate its growth in the autonomous logistics market.