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Chen Chuanren
April 28, 2026
Credit: Japan Airlines
SINGAPORE—Japan Airlines (JAL) is exploring the use of humanoid robots for ramp operations to address labor shortages and improve productivity. The trial—which will see the carrier’s ground handling arm JAL Grand Service partner with GMO AI & Robotics Trading—is set to begin in May at Tokyo Haneda…
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