On Wednesday, September 10, the Port Authority of the Bay of Algeciras (APBA) was the protagonist of the webinar entitled “The AI&DT Digital Ambition of the Port of Algeciras: from open innovation to maximize value creation,” organized by the European Technology Platform ALICE (Alliance for Logistics Innovation through Collaboration in Europe), of which the Algeciras enclave is an active member.
The session focused on how the Port of Algeciras is leading the integration of technologies such as Artificial Intelligence and Digital Twins into its logistics-port ecosystem, shaping what is known as the “Ultimate Generation Port of Algeciras.”
During the meeting, Nacho Serra, a member of the APBA’s Technical Innovation Office, presented the digital ambition and the technological and innovation roadmap that are positioning the port as an international benchmark for smart logistics hubs. In his speech, Serra highlighted the strategic objective of deploying a Digital Platform for the Orchestration of the Logistics-Port Ecosystem: a “platform of platforms” designed to optimally, holistically, and synchronously coordinate logistics and port operations throughout the multimodal hub of the Port of Algeciras.
In his own words, “these technologies are enabling us to develop predictive and prescriptive capabilities, support strategic and operational decision-making, and ensure that the right information reaches the right people at the right time in the value chain.” This approach is considered key to optimizing goods transit times, adopting Just-in-Time operating models, and moving toward decarbonization of the sector.
The session also included a review of specific use cases for these technologies, such as intelligent traffic management, optimization of fuel supply operations (bunkering), and early detection of marine pollution.
Candela Sancho, CEO and co-founder of Detektia, and Ángel Martínez, Customer Adoption & Product Value Manager at NextPort, also participated. Sancho presented the “VIPE” (Vulnerability of Port Infrastructure from Space) project, which focuses on developing tools for managing risk and vulnerability in port infrastructure. Martínez, for his part, presented the project “ETA and ETD Predictions in Strait Traffic,” aimed at providing advance predictions of the arrival and departure of ships in the Strait, providing valuable and reliable information to both passengers and truck drivers in RoRo traffic.
This event is part of ALICE’s series of webinars on Artificial Intelligence (AI) Digital Twins (DT), which present practical applications and innovative approaches to accelerate the digital transformation of freight transport and logistics.
Finally, it should be noted that the ALICE platform, officially launched in 2013, was created to develop a strategy that includes the deployment of research, innovation, and implementation in the logistics and supply chain market within Europe in order to achieve a more sustainable and competitive industry.
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