Maersk and IBM shutdown TradeLens

AP Moller – Maersk and IBM have decided to withdraw the TradeLens offerings and discontinue the platform.

“TradeLens was founded on the bold vision to make a leap in global supply chain digitisation as an open and neutral industry platform. Unfortunately, while we successfully developed a viable platform, the need for full global industry collaboration has not been achieved. As a result, TradeLens has not reached the level of commercial viability necessary to continue work and meet the financial...

https://container-news.com/maersk-and-ibm-shutdown-tradelens/

GSBN and project44 join forces

Global Shipping Business Network (GSBN), an independent, non-profit technology consortium developing a blockchain-enabled operating system, is partnering with project44, a supply chain visibility platform.

The shared goal of the two partners is to enhance supply chain visibility and address the global trade finance gap, according to a statement.

Both project44 and GSBN will also join forces with other consortium members to create a new data bundle that will combine both bill of lading and supply...

https://container-news.com/gsbn-and-project44-join-forces/

OOCL Logistics and GSBN pilot blockchain-based solution in Europe

OOCL Logistics has successfully completed its recent piloting of the Cargo Release application with not-for-profit technology consortium Global Shipping Business Network (GSBN) in Rotterdam, the Netherlands.

GSBN’s blockchain-empowered Cargo Release system has connected all parties involved at the port of import including shipping lines, consignees, agents and terminals to offer a paperless and transparent digitalised solution.

This solution enables customers to eliminate manual processes and...

https://container-news.com/oocl-logistics-and-gsbn-pilot-blockchain-based-solution-in-europe/

Port of Antwerp and partners launch cargo temperature monitor service

The Port of Antwerp has announced a new temperature condition monitoring service for logistics assets and cargo, which will provide exception alerting solutions for containers for both shippers and third-party logistics (3PLs).

The Belgian port has launched this offering in collaboration with Foodcareplus, an integrated international logistics provider for the food industry, Dockflow, which builds the world’s first integrated logistics enablement platform, and TrakAssure, a cargo monitoring...

https://container-news.com/port-of-antwerp-and-partners-launch-cargo-temperature-monitor-service/

Nexxiot launches new cargo monitor device

The logistics digitisation specialist Nexxiot has launched Nexxiot Cargo Monitor, a new sensor device that delivers real-time visibility of the location, status, and condition of shipments around the world.

The Internet of Things (IoT) device, which is simply attached to the cargo within the shipping container, can be used to monitor the transportation of high-value and sensitive products, such as perishables, pharmaceuticals, textiles, conditions-sensitive industrial products, and electronics.

Ne...

https://container-news.com/nexxiot-launches-new-cargo-monitor-device/

Rail freight parties to establish foundation for digitised transport

Nineteen rail freight parties signed a partnership agreement on 7 April to launch a foundation, which will be under the leadership of the Port of Rotterdam Authority, aiming to further accelerate the growth of digitisation and data sharing in rail transport sector.

The foundation is estimated to be laid in the next two years, according to a statement, and will be comprised of the following parties from the rail freight sector: Contargo, CTT Rotterdam, Danser, DB Cargo Nederland, DistriRail,...

https://container-news.com/rail-freight-parties-to-establish-foundation-for-digitised-transport/

DCSA unveils beta releases of booking process and eBL standards

Digital Container Shipping Association (DCSA) has published beta releases of Standards for the Booking Process 1.0 and the Bill of Lading 2.0.

In conjunction with these releases, the company unveiled a website where interested parties can go to review and provide feedback on beta versions of DCSA Standards.

“After the publication of DCSA electronic bill of lading (eBL) standards, the publication of booking process standards is the second step toward end-to-end digitalisation of the shipping...

https://container-news.com/dcsa-unveils-beta-releases-of-booking-process-and-ebl-standards/

APM Terminals Apapa opens digitalised office building

APM Terminals Apapa has commissioned a new digitalised administrative building as part of its US$438 million investment at the Lagos Port Complex Apapa to develop infrastructure, acquire equipment and improve processes at the terminal.

The Maersk-owned port operator said in a statement that the commissioning of the new smart building in Nigeria is in line with the company’s commitment to introducing new innovations to help both shipping lines and landside customers “achieve improved supply chain...

https://container-news.com/apm-terminals-apapa-opens-digitalised-office-building/

ABB launches digital solution to cut shipping emissions

The technology company ABB Turbocharging has launched Tekomar XPERT marine, a digital suite that offers shipowners management of propulsion efficiency and emissions reporting, enabling potential combined emission savings of up to 20%.

This product suite could therefore make a significant contribution to the decarbonisation of the shipping industry, which is under regulatory pressure to halve its carbon footprint by 2050.

The solution comprises three modules covering the engine, hull and...

https://container-news.com/abb-launches-digital-solution-to-cut-shipping-emissions/

National Cargo Bureau launches remote container inspection service

The container inspection company National Cargo Bureau (NCB) has launched a remote container inspection service based on the Hazcheck Inspections, a web container inspections database and access portal.

Developed with the company’s software division, Exis Technologies, an information technology (IT) solution provider for the management of dangerous goods in sea transport, the new service uses mobile devices to connect customers with NCB’s team of surveyors, so they can review and inspect...

https://container-news.com/national-cargo-bureau-launches-remote-container-inspection-service/

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