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Port digitalisation initiative reduces vessel waiting time

Berth planning improvements are delivering measurable turnaround gains.

By Tom Callaghan, Ports & Infrastructure Editor· Published 22 Aug 2026, 11:33 UTCAI-assisted, editor-reviewed

A bulk port has reported reduced vessel waiting time following the introduction of digital berth planning and arrival coordination.

The system aligns vessel arrival windows with terminal readiness, reducing idle time at anchorage.

Port officials said the improvements were achieved without additional physical infrastructure.

Shipping lines calling at the port welcomed the change, noting the impact on voyage scheduling reliability.

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