Maritime security is no longer limited to preventing collisions or ensuring compliance with navigation rules. In the digital age, ships, ports, and operators rely on increasingly connected systems—which introduces new risks, especially in cybersecurity, automation, and the protection of critical infrastructure. Today, global maritime security faces five major technological challenges. Fortunately, solutions like those offered […]
Traditional ports are undergoing a radical transformation into what we now call “smart ports.” This evolution combines technologies such as IoT, artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain, digital twins, and 5G networks to optimize processes, improve sustainability, and strengthen logistics competitiveness. What Defines a Smart Port? A smart port integrates digital technologies with traditional port operations […]
The aviation industry is experiencing a silent revolution—one that doesn’t take off from the runway but from the cloud: the digitalization of airport payments. In the logistics sector, every minute counts and efficiency is critical. That’s why digital payments have become an essential tool for modernizing operational management, improving financial traceability, and reducing administrative bottlenecks. […]
For decades, ports have operated with piles of paperwork, manual procedures, and slow administrative processes that complicated supply chain efficiency. But that’s changing. Today, port digitalization is no longer optional — it’s a strategic necessity. And it’s not just about PDF forms or barcode scanners. The future lies in blockchain, automation, real-time traceability, and intelligent […]
The term Edge Computing refers to a data processing architecture in which much of the analysis, decision-making, or storage occurs as close as possible to the data’s source — that is, in the devices or network nodes located at the “edge” of the infrastructure, rather than solely in large remote data centers or centralized clouds. […]
The first half of 2025 delivered positive numbers for much of the international maritime trade. According to the latest report from Alphaliner, the world’s Top 30 container ports showed solid performance, with a notable recovery on the U.S. West Coast, rapid growth across Asia and India, and early signs of improvement in Europe. Below, we […]
The Ministry of Transport and Sustainable Mobility has released an optimistic forecast for Spain’s port system: by 2026, revenues from port usage fees are expected to reach €653 million, fueling a new cycle of investment in infrastructure, sustainability, and logistics connectivity. Revenue Breakdown by Port Fees In the recent approval of the consolidated budget by […]
Maritime freight rates from China and Europe to the U.S. have dropped by up to 59% since June. But why new trade deals are failing to stabilize the market? Can Trade Agreements Save the Shipping Industry? Not for now. The ocean container shipping industry continues to face steep rate declines, despite recent trade agreements signed […]
The Government of Aruba, along with aviation technology company SITA and digital identity verification company IndicioTech, has introduced a new way to simplify the travel process for passengers arriving on the island. The use of Digital Travel credentials (DTC) technology has made it possible for travelers to meet immigration requirements before reaching their destination. This […]
Containers and cargo ports are key infrastructures for international trade. The rapid growth of global commerce has led to an increase in the volume of goods moving through these infrastructures, generating the need to improve efficiency and control in their management. But what is currently being done to achieve this? Here is a summary of […]
How Did the Global Port Sector Perform in the First Half of 2025?September 26, 2025 - 9:00 amThe first half of 2025 delivered positive numbers for much of the international maritime trade. According to the latest report from Alphaliner, the world’s Top 30 container ports showed solid performance, with a notable recovery on the U.S. West Coast, rapid growth across Asia and India, and early signs of improvement in Europe. Below, we […]