Bangladesh plans to transfer management of three key container terminals—Chattogram’s New Mooring, Laldia, and Pangaon—to international operators by December. This move aims to improve port efficiency, reduce vessel waiting times, and attract more maritime investments. A 30-year lease and 25-year contracts are expected to modernize operations significantly.
A recent needs assessment in Sierra Leone has set the stage for a Maritime Single Window (MSW) system at the Port of Freetown. This digital platform will streamline information exchange about ship movements, aiming to cut operational costs and time. Starting January 1, 2024, all IMO Member States must implement MSW systems.
The Visakhapatnam Port Authority is building a state-of-the-art Unified Command Control Center with advanced technologies like AI to improve operational efficiency and security. Collaborating with NSIG, the VPA aims to complete the UCCC in six months. Features include multi-spectral cameras, drones, and IoT sensors for predictive maintenance and land management.
