(THE NEWSMAN OF INDIA)
Under the aegis of JNPT – Antwerp Port Training and Consultancy Foundation a week-long training workshop was conducted on Smart Technologies for Ports. The program provided an overview on the latest technology trends that are being implemented in the maritime sector and other Ports globally. The course also focused on helping the delegates understand how to select and implement the best available technologies to suit their strategy and their customers’ needs, in an optimised way.

The workshop had a mix of, in-depth knowledge-led classroom sessions followed by practical sessions to understand the possible applications of these technology trends through case –studies of other global Ports. During the workshop the delegates learnt tech-led applications such as Port Community Systems, Maritime Logistic Platforms and E-Customs. Sustainable solutions such as Digital Ecosystems, Green Energy, E-Waste, digital innovations such as Blockchain, Geo-fencing, Big Data. Terminal Operating Systems such as Planning Tools (YV), Gate Operations, Equipment Control, Communication Tools and Protecting Intellectual Properties.