Portchain provides a cloud-based berth alignment platform that digitizes scheduling and planning processes for shipping terminals and carriers, replacing outdated tools like spreadsheets and emails. By leveraging real-time data and predictive analytics, Portchain enhances operational efficiency, reduces idle time, and contributes to significant CO2 emissions savings in the shipping industry.
Funding
$11M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
The container shipping industry faces challenges due to congestion, disruptions, and vessel delays, making vessel scheduling and berth planning increasingly complex. Traditional tools like spreadsheets and emails lack real-time data and predictive analytics, leading to inefficient berth alignment and resource allocation.
Solution
Portchain offers a cloud-based platform that digitizes and streamlines berth alignment and quayside operations for shipping terminals and carriers. The platform leverages real-time data integration, predictive analytics, and configurable views to improve the speed and quality of schedule and berth planning. By connecting operations to source data and facilitating digital handshakes on berthing windows, Portchain enables users to plan more efficiently, increase berth alignment, and build trust through enhanced visibility and collaboration. The platform's capabilities contribute to reduced vessel idle time and decreased CO2 emissions through optimized port calls.
Target Audience
The primary users are container terminals and carriers seeking to improve berth alignment, optimize quayside operations, and enhance collaboration through digital solutions.
Features
- Cloud-based berth alignment platform for terminals and carriers
- Digital handshakes on berthing windows for increased schedule quality and speed
- Real-time data integration from multiple sources for up-to-date information
- Predictive analytics for improved resource allocation and identification of infeasible vessel arrival times
- Configurable views for controlled data sharing and enhanced stakeholder alignment
- Automated alerts and embedded AIS for improved plan reliability
- Scenario-enabled berth planning to optimize quayside operations