Invest WindsorEssex/Media Release
WINDSOR-ESSEX, ONT. (July 18, 2025) – 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
About Convoy Technologies, Inc.
Headquartered in Fort Wayne, IN, Convoy Technologies, Inc. is a leading provider of innovative industrial-grade safety products, including cameras, monitors, sensors, recording systems, and accessories, serving the Heavy Duty On- and Off-Road Industries. Our goal is to provide education and leading-edge products geared toward improving the safety, productivity, and security of our partners. ConvoyTechnologies.com
About Regional Development Program
The government launched the Regional Development Program for eastern and southwestern Ontario in November 2019. Businesses and municipalities can get financial support through the Eastern Ontario Development Fund (EODF) and Southwestern Ontario Development Fund (SWODF) and guided access to a range of complementary services and supports.
About Town of Tecumseh
Tecumseh is a community of 24,000 residents and is located on the south shore of Lake St. Clair in Essex County, next to Windsor. Tecumseh is a full-service community that is well-connected within and beyond our borders by road, rail, air, water and trail transportation. The town has multiple access points to Highway 401, which connects to one of the busiest international border crossings in North America into Detroit, Michigan. Economic expansion and diversification are prioritized for the Oldcastle business community, which is the Town’s primary industrial hub. Tecumseh has a temperate climate as the southernmost county in Canada and is part of a network of communities that enjoys 160 km (100 miles) of shoreline, award-winning wine country, low crime rates and one of the lowest worker commute times in Canada. The Town’s 2025 biennial survey of residents found that: 8 in 10 residents would recommend the Town as a place to live and 93% of residents are satisfied with Town services. Tecumseh.ca
About Invest WindsorEssex
Invest WindsorEssex is the lead economic development agency for the Windsor-Essex region. The focus of the organization is to develop and execute strategies to retain, expand, attract and help new businesses start-up in the Windsor-Essex region. Invest WindsorEssex is led by a board of distinguished community leaders. A team of professional staff will assist you with all your location and investment decisions by working one-on-one with businesses, to facilitate the process of starting, growing or locating in Windsor-Essex. InvestWindsorEssex.com
Media Contacts
Ron Harker, President
Convoy Technologies Inc.
Ph: 1-260-450-2654
Email: [email protected]
Doug Matton, General Manager
Convoy Technologies Canada Ltd.
Ph: 519-259-3115
Email: [email protected]
Gina Meret-Dybenko, Director, Marketing and Communications
Invest WindsorEssex
Mobile: 519-791-6223
Email: [email protected]
Meghan Lesperance
Constituency Assistant – Digital Media and Communications
Office of Andrew Dowie
MPP Windsor-Tecumseh
Ph Main: 519-251-5199 Cell: 519-567-3567
Email: [email protected]