Convoy Technologies Canada Ltd., a leading provider of advanced safety and monitoring solutions for commercial vehicles, hosted the grand opening of their new 18,000-square-foot Canadian manufacturing facility located at 2516 Binder Crescent in the Town of Tecumseh.
Together with representatives from the Province of Ontario, Invest WindsorEssex and Town of Tecumseh, Convoy Technologies showcased their production plant, marking another major investment in the region. As part of this $17-million investment, the Province of Ontario is providing $323,984 in funding support through the Regional Development Program, Southwestern Ontario Development Fund.
Convoy Technologies was founded in 2008 and manufactures cameras, monitors and accessories to provide cloud-based telematics services and artificial intelligence-powered driver training systems for heavy-duty on- and off-road vehicles and power sports usage.
Invest WindsorEssex together with the Town of Tecumseh began working with Convoy Technologies in September 2022 and supported their expansion to the region. The Indiana-based company evaluated several locations including Mexico and Indiana prior to selecting Windsor-Essex, Ont. to establish their new Canadian facility. Ultimately, Windsor-Essex was chosen based on proximity to the United States and primary markets, security, cost as well as the region’s labour force expertise in advanced manufacturing.
Over the next four to five years, Convoy Technologies will be investing between $2 to $4 million in facility upgrades and equipment and is expected to employ between 35 to 50 people. The current facility has been totally renovated to provide the necessary cleanliness and environmental conditions to manufacture camera products. Once in full production, the company plans to continue to invest in advanced automation technologies to improve both product quality and manufacturing efficiencies.
Convoy Technologies also expects to launch several new and innovative products from the Windsor-Essex facility, where most of the company’s research and development will be conducted. The company cites the region’s post-secondary institutions, the collaboration opportunities and pipeline of talent available as other critical factors in their decision to locate in Windsor-Essex.
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The launch of our new camera assembly facility marks a pivotal moment in our journey to deliver cutting-edge vehicle camera technology to the commercial fleet, construction, agriculture, and powersports industries. This factory represents more than just the next step in the evolution of Convoy Technologies—it will be a hub of innovation, skilled craftsmanship, and local opportunity for years to come. We’re proud to open our doors and begin producing the next generation of cameras right here in Tecumseh, Ontario.” – Ron Harker, President, Convoy Technologies Inc.
“As a lifelong resident of Windsor and Essex County, helping to lead the transformation of the facility and start up Convoy’s North American Camera Assembly Operation has been a privilege. I am very proud of the Convoy Technologies Canada team and what they have accomplished over the last year. I am looking forward to working with the entire Convoy team to achieve the business objectives and helping Convoy Technologies Canada become a leader in the community!” – Doug Matton, General Manager, Convoy Technologies Canada Ltd.
“Employing more than 800,000 workers across the province, Ontario’s manufacturing sector has long served as the economic engine of our nation. Today’s investment by Convoy Technologies affirms that our province continues stands out as a beacon of stability for companies looking to expand their operations and reach new markets. Through our government’s Regional Development Program, we’re proud to support this kind of growth in the region and look forward to seeing Convoy Technologies advance their innovations and create more good-paying jobs for our world-class workforce, right here in Tecumseh.” – The Hon. Vic Fedeli, Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade
“This significant investment by Convoy Technologies will generate high-quality employment opportunities, bolster the Windsor-Essex innovation economy, and further enhance our local advanced manufacturing sector. I am proud to welcome them to Tecumseh and to mark this important milestone.” – Andrew Dowie, MPP for Windsor–Tecumseh
“The Town of Tecumseh welcomes Convoy Technologies and applauds them on their choice of location in one of the most sought after and thriving manufacturing centres in Southwestern Ontario. Convoy Technologies has chosen the Oldcastle Business Community, and we are confident that this prime location and the skilled workforce in the area will serve them well for years to come.” – Gary McNamara, Mayor, Town of Tecumseh
“It is a pleasure to celebrate the grand opening of Convoy Technologies Canada and see the progress that has been made since their official decision to invest in our region back in 2023. This investment is a testament to the strength of Windsor-Essex’s capabilities in advanced manufacturing and innovative technologies combined with the region’s strategic proximity to key markets. Thank you to the Provincial Government, through the Regional Development Program, for continued investments in Windsor-Essex that support the growth of our economy. Invest WindsorEssex welcomes the addition of Convoy Technologies to our region as a valued and integral part of our rapidly growing automobility ecosystem.” – Gordon Orr, Chief Executive Officer, Invest WindsorEssex
