As we gear up for the Port Technology Summit North America next week, we’re excited to share insights from our Bronze Sponsor, ATAI, on how digitalisation and sustainability are shaping the future of ports and terminals in the US.
Join us from 4 – 6 February 2025 at Hilton The Main, Norfolk, Virginia for this landmark event. Combining the best of the Container Terminal Automation Conference and Smart Digital Ports Conference, the Summit will feature keynotes, panel discussions, and networking with C-level leaders tackling the industry’s biggest challenges.
Register now: https://pts-north-america.ptievents.com/tickets/
How do you see digitalisation shaping the future of ports and terminals in North America?
Digitalisation is poised to significantly shape the future of ports and terminals in North America by enhancing efficiency, transparency, and sustainability.
Digitalisation is set to transform North American ports and terminals, enhancing efficiency, transparency, and sustainability. Technologies such as AI, IoT, sensor fusion, edge computing, 5G, and blockchain streamline operations, leading to faster turnaround times and improved productivity. Real-time tracking and visibility of shipments boost transparency, while Digital Twins and monitoring systems enhance worker safety by identifying hazards and providing real-time alerts.
Investing in digital technologies prepares ports for future challenges, ensuring interoperability, seamless technology adoption, and global competitiveness. Overall, digitalisation is making ports smarter, more efficient, and sustainable.
What role do you believe sustainability will play in the port industry over the next decade?
Sustainability will play a crucial role in the port industry over the next decade, ensuring regulatory compliance, competitiveness, and environmental responsibility as part of its global citizenship. Investing in sustainability will help ports meet national and international standards aimed at reducing carbon emissions and environmental impact. Ports are expected to invest in green technologies, renewable energy sources, electrification of equipment, and alternative fuels.
The adoption of digital and innovative technologies such as digital twins, AI, IIoT, and blockchain can enhance sustainability by optimising operations, reducing waste, and improving visibility for data-driven decision-making. Over the next decade, sustainability will not just be a responsibility, but a key driver of innovation, cost savings, and long-term growth in the port industry.
At ATAI, we are dedicated to providing solutions that empower ports to achieve these goals while maintaining high performance and profitability.
How can ports better collaborate with technology providers to accelerate innovation?
Fostering strong partnerships between ports and technology providers is essential for accelerating innovation. Ports can better collaborate by establishing clear communication and aligning objectives with technology providers to address specific operational challenges.
Joint pilot projects and collaborative research and development efforts allow both parties to test and refine solutions in real-world environments. Additionally, ports can benefit from creating flexible frameworks for technology integration, ensuring that innovative solutions can be seamlessly adopted and scaled.
Open communication, shared expertise, and a commitment to continuous improvement will enable both technology providers and ports to drive meaningful advancements and create future-ready, automated terminal operations.
What motivated you to attend the Port Technology Summit North America, and what key insights are you hoping to gain from the discussions and networking opportunities?
At ATAI, we are always looking for ways to stay at the forefront of innovation in port technology. The Port Technology Summit North America offers a great opportunity to engage with industry leaders, discover new advancements, and collaborate on ideas that will shape the future of port operations.
With established operations in India and Europe, we are now expanding our automation solutions into North America. By partnering with ports and terminals, we aim to improve efficiency, sustainability, and overall performance while tackling industry-specific challenges.
We find the Port Technology Summit to be an invaluable event for connecting with customers, partners, and colleagues in a positive environment. Every conversation will surely provide new insights that help us refine our solutions. Our team is looking forward to meeting everyone and exploring new opportunities.
ATAI‘s innovative business models are targeted toward optimising productivity and identifying opportunities for sustainability and cost efficiency.
ATAI streamlines existing processes with true problem-solving applied AI solutions end-to-end. Powered by AI algorithms, sensors (Camera, Location sensors, Wireless mesh networks (LoRa, 5G, etc.), Lidar and Radar), and other cutting-edge technologies, ATAI has addressed a multitude of operational challenges across different market sectors.