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The report presents the evolution and outcomes of the Blue Economy Incubator (BEI), an initiative led by the Port of San Diego to accelerate the development and adoption of innovative solutions within the blue economy. The program serves as a support mechanism for startups, technology companies, research institutions, and entrepreneurs developing technologies with the potential […]

Maritime digital transformation has triggered an explosion in the volume of information available across the industry. Vessels equipped with sensors, intelligent maintenance systems, connected navigation platforms, energy management tools, and AI-powered solutions are generating more data than ever before. Yet having access to more information does not automatically translate into better decisions. An article featured […]

Maritime operations are entering a data-driven era in which high-quality information is no longer just a reporting requirement, but a source of operational, commercial and regulatory advantage. Across shipping, regulators, charterers, service providers and cargo owners increasingly expect digital proof of compliance, efficiency and safety, while maritime companies are under growing pressure to improve transparency, […]

Maritime regulation is becoming increasingly digital, but MARPOL documentation remains largely tied to paper-based routines at the port–ship interface. The International Maritime Organization has already laid important foundations through the Maritime Single Window, guidance on electronic record books and evolving rules for electronic certificates. However, much of the day-to-day reality of MARPOL compliance continues to […]

Automation in port terminals is no longer limited to greenfield developments; it has become a strategic objective to improve productivity, safety, predictability and advance decarbonisation. However, most terminals worldwide operate as brownfield environments shaped by decades of incremental investments, legacy systems and operational inertia. This makes automation a challenge that must be addressed without interrupting […]

New energy carriers—such as methanol, ammonia, hydrogen, e‑fuels and advanced biofuels—introduce operational challenges fundamentally different from those associated with conventional marine fuels. Because these substances are chemically sensitive, contamination‑prone and potentially hazardous, closely tied to plant operations and regulated handling sequences, they demand far more precise coordination among multiple stakeholders. As a result, they cannot […]

In the global economy, where more than 80% of trade is transported by sea, digital transformation in ports and logistics nodes has become a strategic necessity. Christos K. Papadopoulos, Head of the Information Technology and Telecommunications Department at the Port of Thessaloniki, describes this process as a Chessboard in which two forces compete: the Daemons, […]

Historically, the steel structure of ships has acted as an impenetrable barrier to connectivity, transforming vessels into enormous Faraday cages that block traditional signals such as Wi-Fi. This limitation has forced the maritime industry to rely on expensive and complex cabled infrastructures, whose installation requires kilometres of cabling, perforations in watertight bulkheads and weeks of […]

Port digitalization is taking a qualitative leap with the adoption of private 5G networks (P5G), which offer port operators full control over connectivity, allowing them to tailor the network to their specific needs and ensure enhanced security. Unlike Wi-Fi or public 5G, P5G enables the management of complex environments with heavy machinery, metal structures, and […]

In a global environment marked by increasing supply chain complexity, environmental pressure, and the need for operational resilience, PSA Singapore —the world’s largest container transhipment hub— is leading a comprehensive digital transformation that redefines the role of ports in the global logistics ecosystem. Its approach combines technological innovation, sustainability, and cross-sector collaboration to build a […]

The growth of traffic and congestion in the Rotterdam region is placing increasing pressure on container road transport. According to a recent study, if no action is taken, delays could increase by up to an additional hour per trip by 2035, severely impacting the punctuality and efficiency of the logistics chain. This situation threatens the […]

In a context of increasing automation in port terminals, control rooms face the challenge of adapting to an increasingly complex and dynamic operation. The article explores how the combination of technologies such as Digital Twin and Artificial Intelligence is redefining the role of operators, enabling them to shift from manual supervision to strategic decision-making based […]

Despite technological advancements, shippers often lack real-time insights into their cargo status, while terminal operators struggle to balance operational demands with transparency. This disconnect leads to inefficiencies, delays, increased costs, and overall supply chain disruptions, causing frustration among all stakeholders. The report identifies key factors contributing to this communication divide, such as poor system interoperability, underutilized technology, reliance […]

The evolving role of technology in the port and terminal industry has shifted towards innovation going beyond the mere adoption of digital tools. The central premise is that while ports have embraced advanced technologies such as AI-driven energy optimization, digital twins, and IoT-enabled environmental management, the industry still struggles with achieving transformative change. This stagnation […]

The International Association of Ports and Harbors (IAPH), alongside ChainPORT and global stakeholders, has unveiled its 2024 study on Just-in-Time (JIT) port calls, focusing on port call optimization (PCO) through improved data quality and standardized practices, to complement the existing IMO FAL guidelines and the GIA JIT arrival guide. The study aims to enhance efficiency, […]

The maritime industry faces challenges to align with global decarbonization goals, especially within the context of green shipping corridors. These corridors represent a targeted approach to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, enhance operational efficiency, and to promote collaboration amongst key stakeholders. Current green shipping corridor initiatives include 57 projects globally as of 2024, between the announced, […]

It is evident that Artificial Intelligence (AI) has rapidly expanded within the maritime industry, being regarded as a revolutionary force that brings significant improvements to operational efficiency, safety, and sustainability. This article, commissioned by Lloyd’s Register and prepared by Thetius, explores how the maritime-port sector, traditionally resistant to change, is adopting AI in key applications […]

As ports become more complex and interconnected, the need for intelligent systems to manage traffic flow, resource allocation, and environmental impact has become critical. This report highlights the key role digital technologies are playing in transforming port and maritime logistics, outlining what the future vision of RoPax traffic operations should look like. From the use […]

CMA CGM Group has inaugurated Tangram, a global center dedicated to maritime training and innovation, located in Marseille, this facility aims to foster collaboration among CMA CGM employees, clients, partners, start-ups, and academic institutions by offering specialized training programs in climate, artificial intelligence, and leadership, developed in partnership with leading universities. This center has been […]

Global supply chains struggle to ensure reasonable prices for their products. International events, such as wars, natural disasters and national crisis have a direct impact on its performance. These disruptions can produce operational inefficiencies, production delays or increasing costs, showing the hidden, but real, fragile side of supply chains. However, each sector has an individual […]

Over the last few years, the logistics-port sector has understood that digital transformation and technological development are fundamental elements to face a scenario plagued by disruptions, geopolitical tensions, demands for environmental care and changes in consumption patterns. It is true that the use of technologies such as Blockchain and IoT have gained weight. However, we […]

The Algeciras Port Authority presents the seventh edition of its Innovation Report, a comprehensive overview of the key milestones in innovation and digital transformation led by the APBA and its Ecosystem. As in previous years, this publication highlights the projects and initiatives carried out, as well as the valuable collaborations with external experts, public and […]

The Algeciras Port Authority presents the sixth edition of its Innovation Report, a comprehensive overview of the key milestones in innovation and digital transformation led by the APBA and its Ecosystem. As in previous years, this publication highlights the projects and initiatives carried out, as well as the valuable collaborations with external experts, public and […]

The Innovation Report summarizes the main actions and achievements related to the innovation and digital transformation activity driven by the Algeciras Port Authority and its innovation ecosystem during 2023. This Report includes, on the one hand, all the projects and initiatives carried out by multiple stakeholders from its innovation ecosystem and, on the other hand, […]

The Innovation Report summarizes the main actions and achievements related to the innovation and digital transformation activity driven by the Algeciras Port Authority and its innovation ecosystem during 2022. This Report includes, on the one hand, all the projects and initiatives carried out by multiple stakeholders from its innovation ecosystem and, on the other hand, […]

The Innovation Report summarizes the main actions and achievements related to the innovation and digital transformation activity driven by the Algeciras Port Authority and its innovation ecosystem during 2021. This Report includes, on the one hand, all the projects and initiatives carried out by multiple stakeholders from its innovation ecosystem and, on the other hand, […]

The Innovation Report summarizes the main actions and achievements related to the innovation and digital transformation activity driven by the Algeciras Port Authority and its innovation ecosystem during 2020. This Report includes, on the one hand, all the projects and initiatives carried out by multiple stakeholders from its innovation ecosystem and, on the other hand, […]

The Innovation Report summarizes the main actions and achievements related to the innovation activity driven by the Algeciras Port Authority and its innovation ecosystem during the year 2019. This Report includes, on the one hand, all the projects and initiatives carried out by multiple stakeholders from its innovation ecosystem and, on the other hand, it […]

Summary Purpose of the award After the success of the first call, the APBA, called the second edition of the ideas contest of the Innovation Journey, with the aim of continuing to promote, encourage and incentivise innovative activity in the Port of Algeciras Bay (hereinafter, PBA). Unlike the first edition, in this call the APBA […]

Presentación de los trabajos Los candidatos a los premios deberán presentar los siguientes documentos: Resumen ejecutivo: síntesis de las principales características del trabajo realizado dónde deberá aparecer título, objetivos, problemática u oportunidad (justificación), alcance de la solución, foco de innovación donde se encuadra el trabajo, metodología, resultados, impacto y principales conclusiones. Se deberá presentar en castellano o en […]

Summary Purpose of the Contest The Innovation Awards “Algeciras BrainPort” to the best Master’s Thesis (TFM), sponsored by the Port Authority of the Bay of Algeciras (hereinafter, APBA) and the Technological Campus Foundation of Algeciras (hereinafter, FCTA), aim to recognize the talent and contribution to the port of innovative initiatives, carried out by university students […]

Summary Purpose of the award The APBA has been working for some time on what it calls the “Innovation Journey“, an initiative that aims to promote an innovative culture and create an innovative environment where its workers and collaborators can carry out innovative initiatives and ideas for the benefit of the competitiveness of the Port […]