Marine Transportation
Software Development

There are many uncertainties in the industry, such as weather conditions, which directly affect the availability and quality of transport. Environmental issues, operational inefficiencies, supply and demand imbalances, environmental requirements and a lack of expert labour are serious challenges for the maritime industry.

The lack of real-time data collection and transmission creates inherent inefficiencies in operations. Manual tracking methods, often prone to human error, further complicate the situation. Without location and ETA data, it is difficult to ensure a smooth flow of processes. The lack of equipment and delays in containers at the points of departure create additional obstacles, leading to the underutilisation of voyages. This, in turn, negatively affects the profitability of shipping and may lead to higher freight prices. Restrictions and changes in port entry for loaded containers, as well as inaccurate transport schedules, further complicate the situation. The uncertainty of the impact of disruptions and accidents on greenhouse gas emissions increases the environmental and safety risks.

Inadequate forecasting can also lead to inefficient use of resources and overstocking, which increases costs. In addition, inadequate forecasting can result in the loss of customers due to late deliveries and poor service. By investing in improved forecasting systems, you can positively impact all aspects of your logistics processes and help ensure sustainable business development.

The maritime transportation industry has become an increasing target for cybercriminals as the cost of attacks and demand for ransom has risen sharply over the past 12 months. Attackers using a variety of cyber threats can affect the security of ships, port systems and infrastructure, which creates risks to operational safety and can have serious economic consequences. Significant attention should be paid to cybersecurity measures, taking steps to prevent, detect and respond to potential cyberattacks.

Frequent congestion, inefficient container placement, and delays in cargo handling result in lost time and increased costs. Traditional port infrastructure management methods often fail to adequately predict and optimise workflows.

Innovation in ship design is often limited by high development and testing costs. Uncertainty in the performance of ships and port operations can lead to environmental and safety hazards, including the release of harmful substances into the marine environment or the risk of accidents. Developing new types of vessels or upgrading existing port facilities requires significant investment in physical prototyping and testing, which increases the overall cost of innovation and slows the adoption of new technologies.

Without further action, emissions from the maritime sector will continue to increase. The industry must comply with increasingly stringent emission standards. Without a standardised method of calculating and reporting emissions, it is difficult to assess the overall impact of the industry on climate change. Without emissions data, it is difficult to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement.