Global ports harbor big plans for smart technology

As commercial shipping grows, pioneer ports across the world are increasingly employing smart technologies to meet rising demand and optimize operations.

International shipping is responsible for transporting around 90 percent of world commerce, and as the global economy expands, seaborne trade is expected to near 180 trillion tons by 2030. For ports, the pressure is on – and the old ways of doing things needs rethinking for a new era.