Technical Papers - Terminal Logistics
Designing Future-Proof Container Terminals
This paper examines best practices and recommended approaches to structuring the design process of container terminals
The Future of Smart Investment: Automation and IoT
This paper looks into why some applications and concepts have been clear winners in this nascent journey of IoT, and others have not
Rethinking Terminal Automation Design
Wim D’haseleer and Dr. Oscar Pernia of TiL offer an authoritative insight into the history and future of terminal automation design
Automation Options for RTG Terminals
Mark Sisson, Senior Port Planner with AECOM, reviews how RTG terminals can maximise their efficiency
Kuenz FREERIDER – The next Level of RTG
The industry knows that we have the expertise in building rail mounted container cranes and we want to fulfill the customers demand for a wider product range. This demand has resulted in the Kuenz Information System (KIS) and new solutions in automation, as well as the development of the FREERIDER.
Automation in 2018 e-Book
This end of year e-book features exclusive papers from Cyberlogitec, Containerchain, Motorola and Manzanillo International Terminal
Smart is the New Small
Digital transformation has been bringing sweeping changes across all industries. In shipping, the evolution has been progressive but slow.
Securing Maritime Software Systems Academia & Industry Working Together
The maritime sector is crucial to the world economy, and the computer technology that manages it is critical to its successful operation. Maritime transportation increasingly relies on information and communications technology (ICT) to manage and optimize its operations and services.
Eco-efficiency in Terminal Operations
Over the years, the cargo handling industry has made tremendous strides in developing the eco-efficiency of cargo and material handling through more efficient machines, optimization of cargo flows, as well as intelligent equipment and automation.
Making Vessel Visits More Efficient
“Everyone has a plan, until they get punched in the face.” This quote is attribute to former world heavyweight champion Mike Tyson, and today, it is quite a similar reality for terminals preparing strategies in a hyper-competitive market. As of this level of competition, the maritime transportation industry faces both challenges and opportunities.
The Sky’s The Limit: Using Drones to Future-Proof the Seaport
Drones are transforming the way organisations operate across the world. While most are prevalent in the military and defence industry, seaports are climbing to the top of the list of industries in the commercial sector that can reap the benefits.
Port Cooperation: An Academic Viewpoint Part One
Cooperation between seaports is an ever-recurring topic. Some academics have given it some attention, but it receives repeated exposure in the professional, specialized press.
Intelligent Optimization: Truck Dispatching and Appointment Booking
Truck drayage operations are essential to link logistics nodes in the port and beyond
Will the Future of Shipping be Based Ashore?
Since the International Maritime Organization’s introduction of the concept of e-Navigation in 2006, development and integration of new and sophisticated information and communication technologies are gaining ground.
Big Ships, Deep Channels and Transfer Terminals
The Port of Valencia has recently announced plans for a large, new US$1.4 billion terminal, with a 2-km berthing dock and 140-ha terminal area.
