Progressive ports have acknowledged that a digital mindset and smart technologies are now a minimum requirement in preserving a competitive advantage.
Of the many areas that can benefit from digitalization, the port and vessel interface is perhaps the one with the greatest potential.
At Port Technology’s Smart Ports of the Future Conference, Richard Hepworth, President at Trelleborg’s marine and infrastructure operation, will deliver a presentation on 6 November on the importance of capturing data from the critical events at the interface and its role in optimizing port performance.
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Hepworth said: “The unique position of the port and vessel interface, which connects land and sea, along with its considerable complexity and multiple operators involved, makes it a critical component of the port.
“With larger vessels and limited port capacity, its events are becoming increasingly demanding, calling for greater precision, under all circumstances, around the clock.
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“The industry has long discussed the concept of capturing data from the critical events at the port and vessel interface and the potential for port owners and operators to utilize real-time data to improve safety, efficiency, sustainability and throughput.
“Port Technology’s Smart Digital Ports of the Future Conference provides the perfect platform to showcase how this vision is now a reality for many ports and terminals.”
SmartPort is an eco-system of integrated, intelligent assets which are equipped with sensors – including fenders, mooring equipment, ship performance and monitoring and navigation systems – throughout the supply chain, turning operational data into actionable insights to drive operational efficiencies for all parties at the port and vessel interface. Unnatural events can be swiftly identified, and any accidents predicted and prevented.
Port Technology’s Smart Ports of the Future Conference will take place from 4 to 6 November at Hotel nhow Rotterdam in The Netherlands, and will bring together representatives of global ports, terminals, and the entire supply chain to debate, share best practices, latest developments and to successfully propel the industry forward with digitalization.
For more information about Port Technology’s Smart Ports of the Future Conference, visit: https://sdpc19.events.porttechnology.org/
For more information on SmartPort by Trelleborg, visit: https://www.trelleborg.com/en/marine-and-infrastructure/products–solutions–and–services/marine/smartport
