Automation and digitization will be two of the key trends affecting ports and terminals in 2019, according to Dr. Yvo Saanen, Commerical Director and Owner of TBA Group.
In the first of a four-part series, Saanen spoke with Port Technology (PTI) about the changes and new developments we can expect to see in the industry next year, as businesses working within the maritime supply chain try to get more use out of their data.
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Saanen also believes that the shipping industry is learning a lesson, readying itself to build on what has happened in the previous years through improved collaboration.