Smart port consultancy services

Improve the performance of your maritime facilities with proven digital tools and technologies, while solving your most pressing efficiency, security, and sustainability challenges.
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Keeping maritime infrastructure running in an efficient, safe, and cost-effective way can be a challenge – especially when operators face increasing pressure to reduce operating costs, increase security measures, comply with changing regulations, and adapt to the impacts of climate change. 

But by digitally transforming maritime facilities, port operators can find smarter ways to ensure resilience against a changing world – without risking siloed systems or disrupting day-to-day operations. 

From automating operations to increasing the longevity of assets, digitalisation can help you save time and reduce costs, while decreasing manual error and improving sustainability. And with the right partner and a strategic, end-to-end approach, you can get the benefits of the latest technologies without unnecessary complexity or downtime.

At Royal HaskoningDHV, we’re home to one of the largest groups of maritime engineers in the world. Our unrivalled 140 years of experience means we understand the challenges you face and can bring the strategic, engineering, and operational expertise you need to optimise your facility. 

Our comprehensive smart port offering includes digital port consultancy for new and existing facilities, and support services to help you adopt big data, terminal automation, and digital twins to gain insight and optimise port operations. Wherever you are on your journey, we’re here to help.

Digitalise your port operations with specialist expertise

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Local knowledge with global influence
To ensure your maritime infrastructure is ready for the challenges of today and tomorrow, we blend our local knowledge with global resources and experience in international policy development, aligning our approach with leading digital innovations and solutions.
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A comprehensive record of maritime expertise
We apply decades of maritime knowledge and operational expertise to meet your present and emerging challenges. Our unparalleled experience in all aspects of port and terminal operations means that we understand and prioritise the importance of business continuity when implementing changes to optimise port and shipyard operations with technology.
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Smart solutions development
We’re world leaders in maritime development projects, with experts in port design, container terminals, digital tooling, and business change in the maritime industry. By connecting minds across our global offices, consulting with our specialist partners, and applying the latest technology, we work closely with clients to develop their smart solutions. 

Our smart port services include:

  • Smart port health check reviews
  • Smart port strategy
  • Business process modelling
  • Smart port masterplan development
  • Port and shipyard technology consultancy
  • Cargo operations consultancy
  • Simulation consultancy services 
  • Technical due diligence for port operations and technology 
  • Data metrics, analysis, and key performance indicators support
  • Technology business case support
  • System requirements design and procurement
  • Asset management
Mark Wootton - Director for Terminal automation

MarkWootton

Director for Terminal automation

Podcast: Automation and Smart Ports

Today, Port Authorities and Terminal Operators need to find new – smarter – ways to make ports more efficient and resilient to the changing world.

Learn about the UK’s most exciting port innovations from the experts making them reality in the KTN Maritime Innovation Podcast.

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