Kaleris has announced the launch of its new Advanced Optimisation solutions designed to complement its N4 terminal operating system.
These solutions aim to optimise scheduling and dispatch across manned and automated RTGs (Rubber Tyred Gantry cranes) as well as terminal trucks, to deliver faster job assignments, shorter cycle times, and safer work environments.
According to Kaleris, the new solutions will enable terminals to manage their container handling equipment (CHE) more effectively and achieve higher productivity using their existing fleets.
Scott Holland, Chief Product Officer at Kaleris, commented: “Container terminals move 30 per cent more cargo today than 10 years ago, and their yards are often operating at higher capacity.
“The rising complexity of terminal operations makes real-time optimisation critical to efficient execution. To meet these challenges, terminals require solutions that minimise waste from idling or unladen travel, reduce waiting time, and eliminate unnecessary moves so they can deliver superior service to their customers.
“Our new Advanced Optimisation solutions empower them to move more cargo and move it more efficiently – without requiring additional equipment.”
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Within the new suite, RTG Optimisation (RTG-O) and Automated RTG Optimisation (RTG-A) have already demonstrated productivity gains at terminals worldwide. Malta Freeport Terminals, a major Mediterranean transshipment hub, has implemented RTG-O.
Dr Hein Chetcuti, Chief Transformation Officer at Malta Freeport, stated: “Our industry and the world around us are shifting, and we must embrace technology to stay competitive. Consistency in dispatching is key to success in our operations, and we are using RTG-O from Kaleris to move towards this objective. RTG-O enables us to work smarter across yard blocks and process vessels faster, while maintaining safety.”
Malaysia’s Port of Tanjung Pelepas (PTP), the country’s largest transshipment hub, was the first to implement both RTG-O and the new Terminal Truck Optimisation (TT-O) solution. Since adopting TT-O, PTP drivers have received job assignments 44 per cent faster, truck cycle time has reduced by 13 per cent, and truck productivity has improved by 14 per cent.
The port also reported a 20 per cent increase in laden truck travel, a 20 per cent reduction in quay crane waiting time, and a 7 per cent reduction in fuel consumption within two months.
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Joe Schofield, Chief Operations Officer at PTP, said: “Kaleris’s new optimisation solutions are a powerful combination for advancing terminal efficiency.
“Having a real-time view of both our landside and waterside CHE with N4 empowers us to minimise downtime and maximise productivity. The solutions complement each other, amplifying operational gains across our fleet and yard.”
Kaleris also offers Execution & Visibility Platform solutions, such as OpsView and Analytics, to help terminals measure the business value of these operational improvements.
The new optimisation tools can be deployed in phases as equipment is integrated into existing fleets.
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