The container market continues to impress with record-breaking rates and ordering never seen before. Olivia Watkins, Head Cargo Analyst of VesselsValue, an online valuation and data […]
Containers continue to triumph
SLPA with ILO support commences training for seafarers
With the vision of the President, His Excellency Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s ‘Vistas of Splendour and Prosperity’, Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) recently launched a Maritime Training Course […]
Five factors shaping the future shipping
Innovation in shipping requires collaboration, scale, data and entirely new set of business models The Lloyd’s List ‘How to Innovate in Shipping’ webinar looked at how […]
Data digitisation and visibility improves situational awareness
In an age of digital transformation, maritime data digitalisation and standardisation have become paramount to supporting changes along the entire chain of information processing. Without digital […]
SLPA launches video series on Port of Colombo
The Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) is to launch the first episode of the documentary series about the operations at the container terminals in Colombo Port. […]
Understanding the five key challenges to connect supply chain data
by Alexa Rios It is well known for any cargo owner or freight forwarding company that having data to monitor the supply chain is key to […]
What is a Smart Port?
A Smart Port is a port that uses automation and innovative technologies including Artificial Intelligence (AI), Big Data, Internet of Things (IoT) and Blockchain to improve […]
What are Sea Ports?
Sea ports are maritime facilities that can comprise one or more wharves where ships can dock to load and discharge cargo and passengers. The question has changed […]
Global trade’s recovery from COVID-19 crisis hits record high
Trade in goods during the first quarter of 2021 was higher than the pre-pandemic level, but trade in services remained substantially below averages. World trade’s recovery […]
How can ports use Artificial Intelligence?
by Max Schwerdtfeger The challenge of handling an increasing amount of cargo in a safe, efficient and environmentally-friendly way is one of the biggest questions facing […]