Terminal Operators

This article explores how the ports of the future can become smart, safe and secure, through the use of innovative technologies.

The confluence of the availability of incredible amounts of data, methodological developments, the explosion in computing power and storage capacity have given rise to the popularity of “data analytics” in many industries.

If the global supply chain is going to see greater innovation and improved efficiencies, collaboration between emerging start-ups and established logistics and shipping companies is critically important.

In an exclusive Port Technology paper, logistics expert Wolfgang Lehmacher explores the effect of blockchain in China's New Silk Road.

TBA's chief Dr. Yvo Saanen provides an update on his previous paper, focusing on the development of smart terminals

Leading consultancy Royal HaskoningDHV explore the importance of smart planning for emerging port projects

Europe's largest port are leading the charge towards "digital maturity" and, in this new paper, reveal the steps smart ports must take

Richard Morton and Nico De Cauwer examine the ongoing challenge of standardization and explain why it is so important for the industry

In his paper, Jung Kwang Yong focuses on how technology will foster a more cooperative community across the supply chain

Yossi Sheffi, Professor of Engineering at MIT, looks at the hurdles that must be overcome for more effective collaboration in the maritime sector

Professor Theo Notteboom overview the transhipment issue and how ports in and around Europe are responding

Operators of vessel traffic service (VTS) systems are increasingly finding they have the ability to predict challenging traffic situations. This is made possible when ships share their voyage plans with a VTS centre via common digital infrastructure that has been specially designed for maritime actors.