Pronto Secures Global Deal to Deploy Over 100 Autonomous Haul Trucks with Heidelberg Materials

Silicon Valley-based autonomous technology firm Pronto has signed a global agreement with Heidelberg Materials to deploy more than 100 autonomous haul trucks across multiple sites worldwide over the next three years.

The partnership follows successful pilot programs in North America, where Pronto’s Autonomous Haulage System (Pronto AHS) was integrated into mixed OEM fleets. Under the deal, Pronto will also become Heidelberg Materials’ exclusive provider of autonomous technologies in North America.

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“Implementing industry-leading technologies across our global footprint is an important driver of operational excellence and digital innovation,” said Axel Conrads, Chief Technical Officer at Heidelberg Materials. “We are pleased to partner with Pronto, whose reliable solution will enhance production efficiency, improve worker safety, and support our sustainability goals.”

Pronto AHS relies on AI-powered vision systems instead of costly radar and lidar sensors, enabling rapid deployment at a lower cost than competing systems. The company says its technology can be integrated within weeks and has already demonstrated success at Heidelberg’s Bridgeport, Texas site.

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“Earning Heidelberg Materials’ trust to go global with Pronto AHS is an incredible validation of our product,” said Pronto CEO Anthony Levandowski. “This confirms that we have accomplished our goals.”

Heidelberg Materials, a major player in the quarry and mining industries, is investing in digital transformation initiatives to boost efficiency and reduce environmental impact.