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INFORM GmbH
Optimization Software for Maritime and Inland Terminals
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Summary
INFORM specializes in AI and optimization software to improve operational decision making. Based in Aachen, Germany, the company has been in the optimization business for 50 years and serves a wide span of logistics industries including ports, maritime, and intermodal terminals. With a broad range of standalone and add-on software modules, INFORM’s unique blend of algorithmic based software expertise, rich industry experience, and big world thinking delivers huge value for their customers.
More Info: https://infrm.co/terminal
ExpertiseAgile Optimization Software
Train Load Optimizer
Train Load Optimizer plans, builds, and loads optimized outbound trains while improving slot utilization and avoid adverse operational side effects.
Rail Scheduler
Rail Scheduler improves the utilization of transfer points between rail processes and your yard increasing crane and yard vehicle productivity.
Machine Learning
Machine Learning improves the accuracy of operational data used for real-time operational decision-making and long-term strategic management planning.
Crane Optimizer
Crane Optimizer increases crane productivity by reducing travel and equipment interferences as well as leveraging double-cycling moves when suitable
Vehicle Optimizer
Vehicle Optimizer increases vehicle utilization across all equipment types while reducing travel and lowering maintenance costs.
Yard Optimizer
Yard Optimizer provides an optimized yard allocation for load units to reduce rehandles and improve resource and storage are utilization.
Time Slot Management
Time Slot Management shortens external truck queues and traffic while allieviating gate congestion through optimized arrival time slot allocations.
Truck Scheduler
Truck Scheduler shortens external truck on premise turnaround times through an optimized sequencing and allocation of transfer points.
Inform discusses the port industry's most pressing priorities (video)
With over a decade of experience in the ports and terminals industry Dr. Eva Savelsberg, Senior Vice President, Inform’s logistics division, provides insight into some of the key trends the industry is experiencing today and…
Piraeus strikes deal with INFORM to digitise car terminal
The Piraeus Port Authority (PPA) will implement an intelligent IT system from INFORM Vehicle Logistics to enable end-to-end supply chain transparency. In a statement, PPA said it had decided to invest in digitisation to improve…
CMPort to install world-leading port information system at Thessaloniki
China Merchant Ports (CMPort) has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with its subsidiary China Merchants Holdings Information Technology (CMHIT) to improve the Thessaloniki Port Authority’s port information system. In a statement, CMPort said the three…
Inform details HHLA machine learning project
Inform’s Syncrotess Machine Learning (ML) Module will be implemented at the HHLA Container Terminal Burchardkai (CTB). Inform partnered with HPC Hamburg Port Consulting to deliver the solution which will look to improve CTB’s container handling…
Inform to deliver optimization capabilities to DP World Vancouver
Inform has been selected by DP World Vancouver to deliver three Optimization Modules as part of DP World’s Centerm Expansion Project from Inform’s Syncrotess solution range for container terminal operations. Work commenced in April 2020…
Inform launches Logistics at Home learning modules
Inform has announced the launch of its Logistics at Home learning modules as part of the broader “Kids at Home” teaching initiative aimed at helping children better understand the complex industries that help keep the…
INFORM kicks off Business Book Club amid COVID-19 lockdowns
INFORM is has announced the launch of its Business Book Club starting this month and available for anyone to join. The first book the company is tackling is Life 3.0: Being Human in the Age…
IAPH creates World Ports COVID-19 Information Portal
In response to requests from members of the International Association of Ports and Harbors (IAPH), the World Ports Sustainability Program has set up a Task Force to inform and guide the port authorities and users…
BPA launches new coronavirus information hub
The British Ports Association (BPA) has launched a new information resource for UK ports dealing with the coronavirus outbreak, the association said in a statement on 2 April. The ports industry undertakes a vital role…
INFORM selected to deliver optimization software to Port of Rotterdam
INFORM has been selected to deliver an innovative application of its existing optimization modules to the Port of Rotterdam as part of the port’s Container Exchange Route (CER) project. The company will deliver Capacity and…
Singapore informs on November port performance
The Port of Singapore has reported an 8.4% year-on-year growth for November’s container throughput, according to data released by the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA). Port performance for November 2019 saw overall cargo…
SDP19 Interview Series: The creation of '2038: A Smart Port Story' with INFORM
Dr Eva Savelsberg, Senior VP Logistics Division at INFORM, speaks to the PTI team about the creation of the ‘2038: A Smart Port Story’ Sci-Fi novella which explores future of the port industry. Savelsberg spoke…
PTI Exclusive: INFORM on 2038 and Industry Trends
CTAC19 saw some of the biggest innovators in the maritime industry talk about the latest major trends, including automation, 5G and much more. Here, Dr Eva Savelsberg, Senior Vice President, INFORM, discusses the company’s groundbreaking…
Exclusive Q&A: INFORM Discusses 2038
With Part 3 of INFORM’s novella set for release at this year’s Smart Digital Ports of the Future Conference (#SDP19) in Rotterdam, we took the opportunity to sit down with the co-authors of 2038: A…
PTI Exclusive: INFORM on 2038
CTAC19 saw some of the biggest innovators in the maritime industry talk about the latest major trends, including automation, 5G and much more. Here, Dr Eva Savelsberg, Senior Vice President, INFORM, explains the company’s groundbreaking…
Exclusive Q&A: Dr Eva Savelsberg, INFORM
In March 2019, Port Technology spoke exclusively to Dr Eva Savelsberg, Senior Vice-President, INFORM, on the major trends in the maritime industry, including smart, exponential technologies and artificial intelligence (AI). Since then Dr Savelsberg was…
INFORM Looks Back on CTAC19
Matthew Wittemeier, Marketing Manager Logistics Division, INFORM, examines the key lessons and insights from this year's event in London
New Paper: INFORM on Machine Learning
Smart tech experts INFORM offer deep insight into machine learning, AI and exponential tech
INFORM Releases ‘2038: Part 2’ Teaser Image
Tech experts INFORM whet the appetite ahead of second instalment of Smart Port 2038
Q&A: Dr Eva Savelsberg, INFORM
VP of automation and smart tech experts talks to PTI about AI, data standards and the changing maritime workforce
Reducing Cost and Maximising Safety: The Maritime Doman Awareness Information System
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Review of INFORM’s Futuristic Smart Port Novella
INFORM's '2038: A Smart Port Story' by Dr. Eva Savelsberg and Matthew Wittemeier follows the events that unfold when 'Douglas', an upper-mid-level INTERPOL employee, is interrupted on his holiday in the Blue Lagoon geothermal spa…
Assure the Security and Integrity of Information Traversing Your IoT Networks with Rajant
Today’s network infrastructures continue to grow in size, complexity, and functionality. The ever-increasing number of interconnected devices, cameras, laptops, sensors and other assets that traverse a network has placed more pressure on those responsible for…
Update: SmartPort: Information in Your Hands
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VTS in The Age of Digital Information
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SmartPort: Port Information In Your Hand
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AIS makes waves: Accessing consolidated and accurate AIS information through the internet
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Fewer books on the bridge, more information
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Global Vessel Information Service – the different faces of long range identification and tracking
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A Dock Information System for the Great Lakes: Part 2
Inside the implementation and testing of a new DIS providing comprehensive information on all docks on the Great Lakes Part 1 of this article, written by Samir Dhar and Dr. Peter Lindquist, was previously published…
Procurement for dredging operations: Making informed decisions with your purse and your project
What is procurement? Procurement is the overall process of selecting a contractor for a project. Procurement specifically related to dredging and maritime construction projects typically has several stages: • Identifying the client’s objectives • Developing…
Developing a new Dock Information System
This paper descr ibes the design, development, and early implementation efforts for a new computerized system to collect, organize, and transfer data pertaining to piers, wharves, docks and terminals (i.e. Navigational Point of Interest –…
Sharing AIS data and linking information equals value for money
During the last three years, GateHouse has been working with the development and installation of AIS software solutions around the world. GateHouse’s background when entering into this area of business was a comprehensive knowledge within…
Coordinating communication: new port facility enhances emergency response information gathering
Port police hurricane response In the wake of the recent disasters brought on by the hurricanes Katrina and Rita, we would be remiss if we did not pay our thanks to those who did what…
Applying geographic information systems for asset management of port facilities
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Comprehensive Port Management Information System
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Data Management is Fundamental
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In Focus: Hinterland Connectivity
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Remaining Relevant With Automation
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Economics, Diversity, and the Human-Automation Partnership
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