Singapore: HERE Technologies, A leading provider of location data and technology solutions announces a partnership with. PSA Singapore, As the operator of the world’s largest transshipment hub, Container truck ecosystem In Singapore.
The aim is to increase the efficiency of baggage movement through Singapore’s terminals.
Singapore holds the prestigious position of being the world’s top maritime capital, and the Port of Singapore ranks as the second busiest port in the world in terms of container traffic. PSA boasts connections to more than 600 ports around the world and last year he handled 38.8 million TEU.
In pursuit of optimizing truck operations and eliminating inefficiencies in Singapore’s container trucking community, PSA has launched OptETruck, a cloud-based transportation management solution that leverages automated scheduling and asset pooling to increase truck resource utilization. has been introduced.
Powered by HERE tour planning and location services, OptETruck optimizes route planning and truck assignments in real-time based on driver location. This approach minimizes dry runs (truck trips without cargo) and ensures drivers receive work assignments close to their current location. The result is improved travel and waiting times, improved driver health, operational efficiency and reduced carbon emissions.
The company’s implementation of OptETruck has led to a significant 50% reduction in idle running, which equates to a reduction in carbon dioxide emissions of approximately 10 million kg per year. This reduction is equivalent to planting 300,000 trees per year.
“We worked closely with PSA’s Digital Transformation department to design a solution that leverages location technology to address the unique challenges of the container truck ecosystem around the Port of Singapore. We are pleased with the results and are confident that PSA will be on board more than 50% of container trucks entering and exiting Singapore ports by the end of this year.” said Kushal Rajveer, Head of Asia Pacific Supply Chain, HERE Technologies said:
According to the results of the HERE Technologies APAC On The Move 2023 survey, logistics companies in the Asia Pacific region strongly prefer turnkey solutions that can be easily implemented without cost, time or effort. Intensive system review.
The collaboration between HERE and PSA is a perfect fit for this demand as it provides PSA with a seamless and easily deployable solution customized to its specific needs.
“Together with PSA, we are building a solution that goes beyond simple logistics optimization, enabling PSA to set new standards in port management on a global scale. This will not only improve port operations, but also put PSA at the forefront of innovation, ultimately supporting Singapore’s ambitions to become a smart nation. We are proud to be able to shape it.” commented said Deon Newman, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Asia Pacific, HERE Technologies.