So-called "Smart Containers" provide real-time information about the status of the goods, their location, and the updated arrival time. But how does it work in practice? And, which actor of the supply chain could benefit the most? Find out more at: smartmaritimenetwork.com/2020/08/12/the…

Maritime efficiency is hindered by the dependency between different actors. Therefore, collaboration based on data sharing is key to achieve a continual alignment and ensure a realistic situational awareness. Find the full analysis at smartmaritimenetwork.com/2020/08/20/sma… #SupplyChain

The application of information systems is key to enhance the levels of transparency, predictability and visibility of all maritime operations. How can this lead to greater efficiency and safety in the world's shipping industry? Read the analysis at: unctad.org/en/pages/newsd…

"During the pandemic, rail has proven to be reliable and punctual". These are the words of the "Berlin Declaration", newly signed by the EU transport ministers with the aim of strengthening the Rail Freight Corridors. Find out the specific commitments at railjournal.com/freight/europe…

Autonomous trucking seems to be the next frontier for the transportation industry. What are the actual benefits of automation within the supply chain? What about the preliminary operational and legal requirements? Read more at technative.io/the-effects-au… #ArtificialIntelligence

Belfast Harbour and BT will build a 5G ecosystem to accelerate the port's digital transformation. This will pave the road for the deployment of emerging technologies, such as AI and IoT, hopefully enhancing efficiency and safety in the logistics sector. porttechnology.org/news/belfast-h…

Maritime Informatics promotes a standardised data sharing integration between companies and ports. The ultimate objective is to develop new models of shipping analytics, which will enhance strategic planning and the efficiency of the maritime industry. smartmaritimenetwork.com/2020/11/17/mar…

The 4th Newsletter was issued today! It sumps up all progress made in the last period, introduces a few partners and their role, and recalls the significant events recently held, such as the 3rd Users' Board workshop. Check it out at this link: us20.campaign-archive.com/?e=__test_emai… #logistar

Tomorrow at 9 am there will be the presentation of the ICONET project Living Lab 2. It will be focused on tracking container flows using IoT devices. If you are interested, you can follow the meeting at the following link: iconetproject.eu/workshop/livin… #IoT #TrackandTrace #Intermodal

Digitalisation of the transport industry seems to monopolize the supply chain agenda around the world, as it represents the elected instrument to help global trade recover from the COVID-19 crisis. Find out more at: porttechnology.org/news/digitalis…

Smart Maritime Network is a platform promoting the potentials of integration and data sharing among stakeholders within the transport shipping sector. Here is an interesting article on the application of IoT technologies in the maritime industry: smartmaritimenetwork.com/2021/02/03/bah… #IoT

Here's an interesting article introducing the LOGISTAR project, its main objectives, development and real-environment testings. Thanks to Logistica Efficiente for the publishing, and to GENEGIS GI for the management. Please find the full article below logisticaefficiente.it/genegis/networ…

Here's the link to register for two interesting webinars organized by MDS Transmodal. The purpose of the events is to ‘market test’ the LOGISTAR tool with a range of logistics operators, by discussing its intended application and functionality. docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI… #logistar

The first LOGISTAR video is now released! It introduces the project, its goal of optimizing the supply chain, and how data gathering and algorithms can be used for effective planning of transport operations. Please feel free to share it! #logistar

Are you interested in optimizing the operations in the warehouse, improving the transport routing and enhancing horizontal collaborative planning? These are the goals of LOGISTAR! If interested, join us in the webinars detailed below 👍

LOGISTAR will take part in the 2021 IPIC Conference on the Physical Internet! The partners organized two workshop sessions: - 15th June: Users and Advisory Group Workshop - 16th June: Smart Algorithms for Transport Operations If interested, register here docs.google.com/forms/d/1V48sT…

LOGISTAR project is now coming to an end. The Final Meeting will be held on the 22nd of September, with the schedule attached. You can either: - Attend physically at the University of Deusto (register at docs.google.com/forms/d/1gMxMi…) - Join us online (deusto.zoom.us/j/91024657930#…) #AI

The 6th and Final Newsletter has just been released! It summarizes the progress achieved in the last months of the project, with specific regards to the optimization and testing of the system. Feel free to share it with your contacts! us20.campaign-archive.com/?e=__test_emai…

Here's the second LOGISTAR video! It focuses on the project outcomes, introducing the Living Labs and identifying results from the testing of the system. Please find it also on the project website (logistar-project.eu) and the YouTube channel (youtube.com/watch?v=IZsbCj…).

"GRETA" is our last project, started in April 2023. The project aims to overcome the challenges related to road safety, reducing loss of time with the goals of decarbonise the last mile delivery in Functional Urban Areas (FUAs). More infos at zailog.it/index.php/prog…