CargO2ai
The CargO2ai system is a a logistics tool with a humanitarian calling. It uses artificial intelligence to quickly identify and prioritize the critical cargo that Canadians need.
CargO2ai was developed in the spring of 2020 through a partnership between the Port of Montreal, CargoM, Termont, MGTP, Scale AI and Ivado Labs to tackle the COVID-19 pandemic. The purpose is to deliver medications, medical equipment and food products as quickly as possible to avoid supply delays and stock shortages during precarious economic and public health situations.General presentation
Join the movement!
Trucking companies, freight forwarders, shipping lines, charterers and operators are invited to embark in large numbers to ensure maximum efficiency and to use the system to its full potential.
A collective effort for the health and safety of all!
The CargO2ai User Guide is available for trucking companies. It outlines the information tools used by port terminals at the Montreal Port Authority to identify and report priority containers to trucking companies.
FAQ
Is joining the CargO2ai initiative free?
Yes, the CargO2ai initiative is free to join. The initiative is not for profit, it’s to encourage supply chain stakeholders to do their part to help frontline responders in the fight against COVID-19.
Does this initiative yield a financial gain for one or more of the stakeholders?
No, this is a humanitarian initiative only. No charges are incurred to move critical containers.
Are there financial benefits to transporting goods identified as critical by the federal government?
Some supplies may qualify for duty and tax relief. Please visit the Canada Border Services Agency website for more information: https://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/publications/cn-ad/cn20-08-eng.html
Do I need to make a special mention in my importation documentation when my critical cargo transits through the Port of Montreal?
The federal government requires importers to add the term “URGENT—COVID-19” as a description of the goods in the release information submitted to CBSA for all medical devices being imported into Canada for this purpose. Also, a very clear goods descriptions will make it possible to determine whether or not the contents of the imported goods are critical.
The contents of my cargo include medical or personal protective equipment. Why isn’t it identified as critical when it arrives at the Port?
A very clear description of the contents will help determine whether the contents of the imported cargo are critical or not. It is essential that importers provide the correct HS code for merchandise if they wish to receive expedited processing.
How can I know if I am importing goods that will be identified as critical by the CargO2ai algorithms?
The algorithms behind CargO2ai are based on official Canadian government lists to identify what needs to be shipped quickly or not. Please visit the Canada Border Services Agency website for more information: https://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/publications/cn-ad/cn20-12-eng.html
Will the contents of my containers remain confidential?
Yes, only a "Priority" label will be designated to the cargo identified as critical.
Is there an application to track my critical cargo?
No, each stakeholder is responsible for regularly checking the sites of the two terminal operators, MGTP and Termont, to find the status and priority level of the containers.
Is the CargO2ai initiative limited to the Port of Montreal?
This project was developed for the Port of Montreal, but it is exportable under the funding principles of Scale AI, Canada’s AI innovation supercluster. Scale AI funding provides for the sharing of algorithms that are based on Natural Language Processing (NLP) and are open source. Contact Scale AI for more details.
To join CargO2ai, contact:
Mathieu Charbonneau
