GS1 standards enable optimisation of maritime and ports operations

Another major trend is a focus on the cargo owner. In recent years, shippers have become a top priority for carriers. In fact, some carriers are now directly partnering with large shippers like Maersk and Alibaba.

To effectively and efficiently operate in this complex, customer-centric supply chain, all stakeholders require visibility of the vessels and ports they visit. Stakeholders need to share up-to-date, reliable information about each vessel’s location, its speed and the shipments it carries—as well as data on the terminals, berths and waterways that the vessel visits to ensure its safety and optimal utilisation.

Timely information is also critical when it comes to efficiently connecting maritime vessels with other modes of transport such as road, rail or inland waterways.

To deliver visibility across the maritime supply chain, global data standards are clearly needed.