Contoro Robotics has introduced a pay-per-container pricing strategy to eliminate initial capital expenses and make automation more appealing. The company recently secured $12 million in a Series A funding round to expand its AI-driven robots for unloading trailers and containers. These robots use customized AI models to achieve a 99% success rate in unloading tasks, aiming to enhance reliability, safety, and efficiency in warehouses. CEO Mok Yun highlighted that their automation technology enables warehouse teams to focus on strategic tasks instead of physically demanding and repetitive jobs. The funding round attracted investments from global companies like Doosan, Coupang, Amazon Industrial Innovation Fund, and IMM, adding to existing investors. Contoro's robots have shown promising results by doubling unloading speed, reducing manual labor, and saving time for customers, especially amidst increased labor costs. Additionally, the company's pay-per-container pricing model aims to make automation more accessible and cost-effective for customers.