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 […]
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Port of Algeciras decarbonization presented as success story at GreenTech 2025 event organized by Port Technology International
The Port of Algeciras was present at the recent edition of the GreenTech event, organized by Port Technology International, which was held from 29 to 30 April in the Swedish city of Gothenburg. On this occasion, the event brought together more than 60 attendees from major European ports, port terminals and technology companies in the […]
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 […]
Balance and challenges: the Innovation Committee of the Port of Algeciras outlines the path towards 2025 with a new session at the UCA-SEA Innovation Center.
The Innovation Committee of the Port of Algeciras Bay organized, last January 22, a new meeting to take stock of the results obtained in 2024 and where the main lines of work for 2025 were established. On this occasion, the session was held at the Innovation Center of the University of Cadiz UCA-SEA, the first […]
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 […]
The APBA reinforces its support to start-ups and entrepreneurs in the new call for Pre-commercial Projects of the Ports 4.0 Fund.
The Official State Gazette (BOE) published, last December 21th, 2024, the new call for the Ports 4.0 fund for its Pre-commercial Projects program. This call regulates the granting, by Puertos del Estado, of public aid within the framework of the Plan to Promote Entrepreneurship for Innovation in the Port Sector, with the aim of promoting and […]
The APBA reaffirms its commitment to innovation by renewing the certification of its R&D&I Management System for the sixth consecutive year
The Algeciras Port Authority (APBA) has renewed, for the sixth consecutive year, the certificate of the R&D&I Management System, which it obtained for the first time in December 2019, and which accredits that the APBA continues to comply with the requirements of the UNE 166002:2021 Standard for research, development and innovation activities in the field […]
The APBA participates in the 9th Annual R+D+i Awards of the Algeciras Technological Campus Foundation
The Technological Campus Foundation of Algeciras (FCTA) delivered yesterday the IX Annual R&D&I Awards, which are funded by the Regional Ministry of University, Research and Innovation of the Andalusian Government, with which each year promotes innovative initiatives and supports the transfer of knowledge in the business, entrepreneurial and university field. This year, as a novelty […]
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, […]
The Port of Algeciras takes part in the Forum ‘Challenges of Innovation in Andalusian Ports’ organised by Suncruise Andalusia
The Port of Huelva hosted, last Wednesday 27th November, the Forum ‘Innovation Challenges in Andalusian Ports’, organised by Suncruise Andalucía and the Port Authority of Huelva. An event that has established itself as a space of reference to discuss and share ideas on digital transformation and sustainability in the nautical and cruise sector in Andalusia, […]
Project EmissionInsider: digital solution for measuring and analyzing maritime-land transport emissions
Summary: Maritime transport accounts for about 90% of world trade and 2.5% of global Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions, and in relation to Europe, it is estimated that transport accounts for a quarter of its GHG emissions. In this context, and according to the guidelines of the European Green Deal, ports play an important role in […]
The Port Authority of the Bay of Algeciras is the protagonist in the I ALICE Logistics Innovation Summit
The Port Authority of the Bay of Algeciras (APBA) participated last November 6th and 7th in the 1st edition of the Logistics Innovation Summit that the European Technology Platform ALICE (Alliance for Logistics Innovation through Collaboration in Europe) held in Brussels. This event, held on the occasion of the tenth anniversary of ALICE, brought together […]
Innovation Report 2023
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, […]
EPICENTER (Enhanced Physical Internet-Compatible Earth-frieNdly freight Transportation answER)
Summary: The Port Authority of the Bay of Algeciras (APBA) has participated in the ePIcenter project, focused on enabling seamless freight transport, with a special focus on the technological and operational opportunities offered by the Physical Internet, synchro-modal operations and other disruptive technologies such as Hyperloop, Industry 4.0 and autonomous vehicles. The project, which has […]
The Algeciras Bay Port Authority participates as a strategic partner in the European project D2XCEL, focused on scaling up European deep tech companies and start-ups in the port logistics industry
The D2XCEL project has been selected by the European Commission to launch a pan-European collaborative scaling program, bringing together a top-tier industry network of over 300 investors, public and private stakeholders, and innovation centers, whose objective is to support 100 technology and digital start-ups, previously selected in a scouting process. Through personalized mentoring, focus sessions […]
Isarsoft: artificial vision tool for port traffic management
Summary: The management of road traffic 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 found it difficult to expand at the same pace, creating bottlenecks and […]
