The Port Authority of the Bay of Algeciras (APBA) participated in the ninth edition of the Smart Digital Ports of the Future event, organized by Port Technology International, held on November 12 and 13 at the Amsterdam Convention Center. The event brought together representatives from the world’s leading ports and major companies in the maritime-port […]
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The APBA as an example of leadership in transforming the IT operating model at the Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo 2025
Between November 10 and 13, the Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo 2025 took place in Barcelona, an internationally renowned event focused on exploring the trends and strategic technologies driving innovation and digital transformation to shape the future of organizations and businesses. Under the theme Agents of Change: Leading Through Intelligence, this event consolidates its position as the […]
PANORAMA: digital platform for observation, correlation and early warning of environmental and operational events
Summary: According to the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) Maritime Transport Report 2024, maritime transport accounts for approximately 80% of global trade. This activity has a significant environmental impact on port environments, particularly in terms of air quality, noise and water pollution. Added to this is growing international regulatory pressure, which requires […]
Isarsoft: artificial vision tool for port traffic management
Summary: Road traffic management in ports and port terminals is currently a growing challenge for logistics and international trade, particularly due to the increase in the volume of goods in recent decades. As global trade has grown, some port infrastructures have struggled to expand at the same pace, creating bottlenecks and congestion at the entrances […]
The APBA takes centre stage at the 3rd Campo de Gibraltar Innovation and Digital Transformation Fair
On Wednesday 1 October, the Port Authority of the Bay of Algeciras (APBA) played a prominent role in the 3rd Innovation and Digital Transformation Fair, organised by the Campo de Gibraltar Chamber of Commerce. It should be noted that the Fair is part of the ‘Campo de Gibraltar en digital 2025’ project and includes a […]
From bottlenecks to breakthroughs: how private 5G is transforming port operations
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 […]
PSA Singapore: Driving a smarter and sustainable port ecosystem
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 APBA takes center stage at the “UIMP Port Week 2025” series of meetings held in Santander
On Wednesday, September 3, the Port Authority of the Bay of Algeciras (APBA) participated in the conference “Giving voice to data: Ports, Data-Driven Organizations“, part of the ”UIMP Port Week 2025″ series of meetings organized by the Menéndez Pelayo International University (UIMP), the Port Authority of Santander (APS), and the Spanish State Ports Authority (OPPE), […]
Algeciras, Central America, and the EU strengthen their digital connectivity for more competitive and sustainable trade
The Port Authority of Algeciras (APBA) has presented in San José, Costa Rica, alongside the European Union and the Secretariat for Central American Economic Integration (SIECA), an ambitious project that will boost bi-regional trade between the Port of Algeciras and Central America, consolidating the Algeciras hub as the southern gateway to Europe. This is the […]
From Challenges to Continuity: the Essential Role of Collaboration in Container Road Transport
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 […]
The APBA reinforces its commitment to port efficiency and Just-in-Time calls with a leading role in international reference forums
In a global context where efficiency and sustainability have become strategic priorities for maritime transport, the port sector is moving decisively towards the implementation of Just-in-Time operations. This approach seeks to minimize waiting times and downtime and to optimize the use of resources through better coordination between the different actors involved in the vessel call […]
Continuous monitoring of the structural health of the monument to the Sacred Heart of the Port of Tarifa.
Summary: The structural health of historic heritage elements in ports is a fundamental challenge for preserving the cultural and architectural wealth they represent, especially in the face of the growing threat of adverse weather events, the passage of time and the effects of climate change. Ports, in addition to being essential nodes of economic activity, […]
The APBA exposes the impact of the application of Artificial Intelligence in the Port of Algeciras within the framework of the Nexomar project
The Port Authority of the Bay of Algeciras (APBA) has presented its progress in innovation and Artificial Intelligence (AI) at the meeting “The Future of Logistics: AI, Automation and Sustainability”, organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Seville in the framework of the Interreg Spain-Portugal (POCTEP) Nexomar project. This project, coordinated by the Andalusian Council […]
The Great Divide: closing the communication chasm between terminals and shippers
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 […]
Breaking the Technology paradox: 2025 will be the year of innovation with intent
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 […]
APBA hosts the technical session of the “VIPE” project for risk and vulnerability management of port infrastructure
The Port Authority of the Bay of Algeciras (APBA) has held a technical session within the framework of the “VIPE” Project (Vulnerability of Port Infrastructure from Space), focused on developing an advanced tool for risk and vulnerability management of port infrastructures, based on the application of Differential Interferometry of Synthetic Aperture Radar (DInSAR) and Artificial […]
The Port of Algeciras, an example at the MARLOG conference of the application of innovation to optimize port operations
The president of the Port Authority of the Bay of Algeciras (APBA) and vice president of the association of Mediterranean ports MEDPORTS, Gerardo Landaluce, participates this week in the international congress MARLOG 14 held in the city of Alexandria (Egypt) under the theme “Implementations of Artificial Intelligence towards the construction of the digital future”. In […]
The APBA participates in the “Impulso&Crece” Conference held at the Navantia Training Centre (NTC).
The Navantia Training Centre (NTC) in San Fernando hosted last Tuesday the “Impulso&Crece” Conference, an initiative organized by the Fundación Instituto Ricardo Valle de Innovación (Innova IRV) together with the Consejería de Industria, Energía y Minas de la Junta de Andalucía, which brought together professionals and experts to address the challenges of digitalization, artificial intelligence […]
Ocean Ecostructures
Ocean Ecostructures is an innovative start-up that combines advanced engineering and sustainability to offer disruptive solutions in the marine environment. Founded in Barcelona in 2021, the company specializes in the design and development of green infrastructure for coastal and marine environments, with a focus on ecosystem regeneration, coastal protection and sustainable project development. Under the […]
IAPH ChainPORT JIT Study 2024: Advancing Port Efficiency through Data
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, […]
Unlocking Green Shipping Corridors: a pathway to sustainable maritime practices
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, […]
