Portsmouth Port rolls out PESO smart energy project as part of net-zero drive

Portsmouth International Port, working with Swanbarton, ESC and MSE International, piloted the PESO smart energy system as part of a strategy to significantly decarbonise the port’s energy operations. 

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https://www.offshore-energy.biz/portsmouth-port-rolls-out-peso-smart-energy-project-as-part-of-net-zero-drive/

Succesfull Proof of Concept executed for electronic bill

In October 2019, IMDA (Infocomm Media and Development Authority) and the MPA Singapore co-hosted a workshop for the delegates from Blocklab, Port of Rotterdam’s (PoR) blockchain centre to work on the requirements of title transfer capability in relation to eBLs for cross-border trade transactions. Following this workshop, a successful Proof of Concept (PoC) was executed on 31 Mar 2020 to trial the transfer of title for eBLs based on the #TradeTrust framework.

The ambition was is to digitalise...

https://safety4sea.com/succesfull-proof-of-concept-executed-for-electronic-bill/

ABS accepts 3D models for class surveys

The US-based classification society, ABS recently informed that successfully completed a successful pilot project using 3D digital models for class surveys. Through this initiative, ABS becomes the first in Industry that accepts 3D models for class surveys.

In fact, ABS goals to further boost 3D model integration within both engineering and survey.

The pilot project with NASSCO saw surveyors use 3D digital models instead of traditional 2D drawings for the simulation of new construction surveys on...

https://safety4sea.com/abs-accepts-3d-models-for-class-surveys/

CargoSmart, COSCO, SIPG and Tesla for blockchain technology project

CargoSmart Limited along with COSCO Shipping Lines, Shanghai International Port Group (SIPG) and Tesla (Tesla) came together and carried out a pilot project using blockchain technology, in order to share data with terminal operators under real-time circumstances.

Specifically, COSCO and SIPG streamlined the cargo the cargo release process, giving the ability to Tesla to accelerate its cargo pick up procedures.

The pilot is a key component of our journey towards paperless, trusted, and seamless...

https://safety4sea.com/cargosmart-cosco-sipg-and-tesla-for-blockchain-technology-project/

Awake.Al boosts smart ports operations

Awake.Al recently launched a platform for maritime logistics called ” Smart Port as a Service”. Specifically, through this web platform users will have the ability to interact and cooperate with other actors under real-time circumstances.

According to the company, Smart Port as a Service aims to boost port operations while improve efficiency, sustainability and low the costs for all port operators.

With the solution we developed, the port actors gain situational awareness of their port area...

https://safety4sea.com/awake-al-boosts-smart-ports-operations/

LR conducts remote audit to offshore company amid COVID-19 travel restrictions

Lloyd’s Register conducted a six-day, three-person audit for a marine and offshore company through remote technology, due to the COVID-19 travel restrictions and challenges that the offshore sector is dealing with.

Specifically, LR conducted the remote audit for Whittaker Engineering Ltd.

The audit was implemented by two on-site auditors and one lead assessor working remotely completed the combined audit which involved a range of internationally recognised standards including the latest health...

https://safety4sea.com/lr-conducts-remote-audit-to-offshore-company-amid-covid-19-travel-restrictions/

ABS issues autonomous functions applications advisory

The US-based classification society ABS recently released advisory concerning autonomous functions in the maritime and the offshore field. In fact, the “ABS Advisory on Autonomous Functionality” goals to boost these functions and its major regulatory developments.

Specifically, the classification’s approach to autonomous development is focused on key principles established in the four preceding ABS publications:

  • ABS Guidance Notes for Smart Function Implementation
  • ABS Guide for Smart Functions...

https://safety4sea.com/abs-issues-autonomous-functions-applications-advisory/

IG launches COVID-19 online tracker

The International Group launched a new online tool to help shipowners, charterers, operators and other parties in the maritime sector to track country and port specific advice, detailing the measures being put in place in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Specifically, the 13  member P&I Clubs of the International Group have launched a publicly accessible online dashboard to facilitate the dissemination of port and country specific COVID-19 restrictions.

This interactive tool will allow industry...

https://safety4sea.com/ig-launches-covid-19-online-tracker/

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