Contoro Robotics raises $12M Series A to scale truck unloading robots

Warehouse automation systems provider Contoro Robotics recently announced a $12 million Series A funding round to scale its AI-powered trailer and container unloading robots.

The company said its robot arm systems can help companies address one of the most grueling and labor-intensive challenges in logistics.

The round brings in new investors Doosan, Coupang, Amazon Industrial Innovation Fund, and IMM, alongside continued backing from SV Investment, KB Investment, Kakao Ventures, and Future Play, bringing Contoro’s total funding to $22 million.

Contoro Robotics also recently exhibited its systems at ProMat 2025. The trade show was held March 17-20 in Chicago, Ill.

Human-in-the-loop remote monitoring for AI

Unloading multi-SKU, floor-loaded trailers at loading docks is an unpredictable process filled with different-sized boxes, shifting loads, and ever-changing packaging, which can pose a challenge for automation systems.

Contoro’s AI-powered robots, guided by a human-in-the-loop approach, are attempting to change that. Contoro’s robots leverage customer-specific AI models, custom grasping techniques, and human-in-the-loop oversight to help ensure success rates in unloading operations of 99% or better.

“Unloading trailers is one of the most physically demanding jobs in the warehouse, yet it remains largely manual,” said Mok Yun, Contoro Robotics CEO and founder. “We’re bringing AI-powered automation that enhances reliability, safety, and efficiency - allowing warehouse teams to shift from hazardous, repetitive tasks to more strategic and value-added roles.” 

With fresh funding in hand, Contoro plans to rapidly scale its fleet of unloading robots, expand into new logistics markets, and launch its next-generation AI-driven palletizing system. The company is actively deploying its robots in warehouses, distribution centers, and e-commerce fulfillment hubs, helping operators cut costs and increase throughput.

Deployments already improving unloading speed

With the warehousing and logistics industry facing ongoing labor shortages and rising costs, investors are continuously looking for scalable, commercially viable approaches to robotics.

Doosan Investment said it invests in promising venture companies with innovative technologies, pursuing mutual growth with the Doosan Group. The company said it is thrilled to have Contoro as a portfolio company.

“Trailer unloading is one of the most labor-intensive and manual processes in the warehouse,” said Franziska Bossart, head of the Amazon Industrial Innovation Fund. “We believe Contoro is making meaningful progress to tackle this challenge with its unique end effector and [teleoperation]-augmented AI.”

Contoro said its early deployments have already doubled unloading speed, reduced dependency on manual labor, and saved hundreds of man hours per month for customers facing rising labor costs and operational bottlenecks.