Grants and Contributions:
Title:
AI Assist Pilot - AI Optimization Platform/Operating System for Intermodal Rail Terminal Operations
Agreement Number:
1041566
Agreement Value:
$75,000.00
Agreement Date:
Apr 1, 2026 - Mar 31, 2027
Description:
Development of an AI-enabled web-based Terminal Operating System (TOS) for Hamilton Container Terminal to manage container gate operations, appointment reservations, EDI integrations, and automated container validation workflows for improved operational efficiency.
Organization:
National Research Council Canada
Expected Results:
The expected results and outcomes of NRC Industrial Research Assistance Program is focused on growing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through innovation and wealth creation for Canada.
Location:
Hamilton, Ontario, CA L8E 4V4
Reference Number:
172-2026-2027-Q1-1041566
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
729569723
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Recipient's Operating Name:
HCT Inc
Recipient's Legal Name:
Hamilton Container Terminal Inc.
Federal Riding Name:
Hamilton East--Stoney Creek
Federal Riding Number:
35036
Program:
Industrial Research Assistance Program
Program Purpose:
The purpose of Industrial Research Assistance Program Contributions to Firms is to provide support that assists small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to advance their innovation knowledge and ability to innovate, grow through innovation and stimulate wealth creation for Canada.
Coverage:
Industrial Research Assistance Program projects stimulate wealth creation for Canada through technological innovation and strengthen Canadian innovation ecosystem by creating new industrial capacity.
NAICS Code:
482112