DIGITAL
PORTS ATLAS

INNOVATION OBSERVATORY

New approaches require careful consideration. The Observatory examines changes in technology and research, the questions they raise and the sources that can inform us.

IDEAS AND TECHNOLOGIES IN THE PORT SECTOR

HOW TO READ THE MATERIALS

Each published item will include its source, publication date and verification date. Technology descriptions, trial results and operational use are identified separately.

An author’s hypothesis is not presented as an established fact, nor an artistic image as documentary evidence.

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Maritime Single Window

One entry point for ship reporting.

IMO describes an electronic single window for information associated with a ship’s arrival, stay and departure. Implementation connects public authorities and maritime participants. This is a source-based primer, not a claim that the Atlas operates such a system.

Published: Not stated by source
Source checked:

https://www.imo.org/en/ourwork/facilitation/pages/maritimesinglewindow-default.aspx
Just-in-time arrival

Coordinate arrival with port readiness.

IMO’s 11 August 2020 article presents guidance on aligning arrival with the availability of a berth, fairway and nautical services. The approach depends on information exchange among port-call participants. This is established guidance, not a new 2026 announcement or a guaranteed savings claim.

Published: 2020-08-11
Source checked:

https://www.imo.org/en/mediacentre/pages/whatsnew-1502.aspx