Mooring is a procedure to anchor the ship to a fixed or floating element and keep it connected during loading or unloading operations. Safe mooring must withstand several forces, such... read more →
A digital twin is a virtual simulator called to shape the future of ports, helping them prevent accidents, allowing them to anticipate situations and creating parallel scenarios that allow safer... read more →
The IMO rule 2020 to reduce ship emissions is now underway. With it comes challenges to ensure compliance. When ship inspections are insufficient or do not work, we call on... read more →
Much has changed in berthing and anchoring systems, from rudimentary bollards and anchors to the digital systems of today. A brief review of this evolution is worthwhile. Berthing and Anchoring... read more →
A dock is the physical connection between earth and sea at a port. This union bears noteworthy complexity, into which we will delve in this review of the types of... read more →
The growing complexity and traffic at ports make data management essential, which is generated at these ports to achieve greater efficiency. The use of Big Data could be a major... read more →
Coronavirus continues to be a major news story. The main point of concern is its public health risk. However, there is less talk about its worrying effects on the economy.... read more →
Canada is preparing its ports to receive more containers. Maritime cargo transport is growing dramatically in this North American country thanks to the rise of global trade, especially with Asian... read more →
Sustainability is an increasingly important aspect in the maritime sector. Port terminals all around the world are optimising their facilities and equipment in a race toward environmental efficiency. The new... read more →
The European Union and the United Kingdom are getting ready for a post-Brexit scenario that will affect the flow of trade. Apart from the major unknowns in terms of when... read more →