Port Automation, Performance & Profitability training course

Available Dates

Jan-27-2025

Rotterdam
Feb-24-2025

Rotterdam
Mar-24-2025

Rotterdam
Apr-28-2025

Rotterdam
May-26-2025

Rotterdam
June-30-2025

Rotterdam
July-28-2025

Rotterdam
Aug-25-2025

Rotterdam
Sep-29-2025

Rotterdam
Oct-27-2025

Rotterdam
Nov-24-2025

Rotterdam
Dec-29-2025

Rotterdam

Dates in Other Venues

Dec-09-2024

Dubai
Dec-16-2024

London
Dec-23-2024

Hamburg
Dec-23-2024

Athens
Jan-06-2025

Athens
Jan-06-2025

Hamburg
Jan-13-2025

London
Jan-20-2025

Dubai
Jan-27-2025

Istanbul
Feb-10-2025

London
Feb-17-2025

Dubai
Feb-24-2025

Istanbul
Mar-03-2025

Hamburg
Mar-03-2025

Athens
Mar-10-2025

London
Mar-17-2025

Dubai
Mar-24-2025

Istanbul
Apr-07-2025

Hamburg
Apr-07-2025

Athens
Apr-14-2025

London
Apr-21-2025

Dubai
Apr-28-2025

Istanbul
May-05-2025

Athens
May-05-2025

Hamburg
May-12-2025

London
May-19-2025

Dubai
May-26-2025

Istanbul
June-02-2025

Hamburg
June-02-2025

Athens
June-09-2025

London
June-16-2025

Dubai
June-30-2025

Hamburg
June-30-2025

Athens
June-30-2025

Istanbul
July-07-2025

Hamburg
July-07-2025

Athens
July-14-2025

London
July-21-2025

Dubai
July-28-2025

Istanbul
Aug-04-2025

Hamburg
Aug-04-2025

Athens
Aug-11-2025

London
Aug-18-2025

Dubai
Aug-25-2025

Istanbul
Sep-01-2025

Hamburg
Sep-01-2025

Athens
Sep-08-2025

London
Sep-15-2025

Dubai
Sep-29-2025

Istanbul
Sep-29-2025

Hamburg
Sep-29-2025

Athens
Oct-06-2025

Hamburg
Oct-06-2025

Athens
Oct-13-2025

London
Oct-20-2025

Dubai
Oct-27-2025

Istanbul
Nov-03-2025

Athens
Nov-03-2025

Hamburg
Nov-10-2025

London
Nov-17-2025

Dubai
Nov-24-2025

Istanbul
Dec-01-2025

Hamburg
Dec-01-2025

Athens
Dec-08-2025

London
Dec-15-2025

Dubai
Dec-29-2025

Istanbul
Dec-29-2025

Hamburg
Dec-29-2025

Athens

Course Details

Efficient port operations are essential to an international trade hub and contribute significantly to the financial and socio-economic well-being of the local community. Increasing automation in the world's ports is widely recognised as a critical step in improving port efficiency to meet the growing demands of maritime transport.

While port automation promises to improve efficiency and profitability, it must also consider the responsibility for the community's well-being and the environment. This delicate balancing act underlines the need for a transparent decision support tool that considers all relevant criteria. Such a tool is essential to help port stakeholders make informed investment decisions that balance automation, financial viability, and their obligations to local communities.

This course comprehensively explores the strategies, technologies and best practices that address these complex challenges.

After finishing this course, participants will:

Comprehend the fundamentals of port automation and its relevance in enhancing port efficiency.
Appreciate the delicate balance between port automation and fulfilling responsibilities toward the community and the environment.
Be Familiar with transparent decision support tools that aid in making informed investment decisions in port automation.
Learn about critical technologies driving port automation and their practical applications.
Understand safety protocols, risk assessment, and cybersecurity measures essential in automated port environments.
Assess the financial implications of port automation, including cost-benefit analysis and strategies for revenue generation.
Explore sustainable practices in automated ports and their importance in ensuring long-term viability.
Develop strategies for engaging with local communities while maintaining port profitability and efficiency.
Gain practical insights and tools to make informed decisions about port automation, performance enhancement, and profitability.
Explore data management, safety, financial implications, and sustainability for efficient ports.

This course is intended for professionals and stakeholders throughout the maritime and logistics sector. It benefits those who aim to adjust to the evolving port operation climate and utilise automation techniques for better performance and profitability. The course is suitable for the following audience:

Port Managers and Executives responsible for the overall management and strategic direction of ports and terminals
Logistics and Supply Chain Professionals involved in the planning, management, and optimisation of supply chain operations that include port activities
Operations and Terminal Managers overseeing the day-to-day operations and efficiency of ports and terminals
Professionals involved in implementing and managing the technological infrastructure necessary for port automation
Representatives from governmental bodies responsible for overseeing and regulating port operations
Individuals and organisations involved in shipping and logistics looking to understand how port automation impacts their operations.
Investors and Stakeholders: Individuals and entities with investments or interests in the port and maritime industry.
Anyone Interested in Maritime Logistics looking to expand their understanding of port automation, its impact on global trade, and its role in the future of maritime logistics.

Rotterdam

Course Outline

5 days course

Day 1

Day 2

Day 3

Day 4

Day 5

Introduction to Port Automation and Its Significance

Port Automation Fundamentals
The Need for Automation in Ports
Significance of Automation in Enhancing Efficiency
Balancing Automation and Responsibilities
Case Studies: Port Automation Success Models

Decision Support Tools for Informed Investment

Introduction to Decision Support Tools (including methodologies, financial models, cost-benefit analysis frameworks, data analytics software,simulation tools..)
Transparent Tools for Informed Investment
Practical Applications of Decision Support Tools
Hands-on Workshop: Using Decision Support Tools
Group Exercise: Investment Scenarios, Feedback and Discussion

Technologies Driving Port Automation

Key Technologies in Port Automation
Real-world Applications of Automation Technologies
Data Management and Analytics for Efficiency
Ensuring Port Safety: Protocols and Risk Assessment
Cybersecurity Measures in Automated Ports
Case Studies: Safety and Security Best Practices

Financial Implications and Sustainability

Assessing the Financial Implications of Port Automation
Cost-benefit analysis and Revenue Generation Strategies
Sustainable Practices for Long-term Viability
Promoting Port Sustainability
Panel Discussion: Sustainability in Port Automation
Group Exercise: Sustainability Planning

Community Engagement and Practical Insights

Engaging with Local Communities
Strategies for Community-Friendly Port Operations
Practical Tools for Informed Decision-Making
Optimizing Port Operations
Data Management, Safety, and Efficiency

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