2nd GPF Exe Wkshp on Use of Technology for Ports & Term, 2-3 Dec 26, SPR

2nd GPF Exe Wkshp on Use of Technology for Ports & Term, 2-3 Dec 26, Singapore. 2nd GPF Executive Workshop on Use of Technology for Ports and Terminals, 2-3 Dec 26, Singapore Dear industry colleagues 2nd GPF Executive Workshop on Use of Technology for Ports and Terminals, 2-3 Dec 26, Singapore Key learning outcomes Review of developments in: • Shipping trends and its impact on ports • issues facing port and terminal operators • Understand the port operations processes • Understand the various factors that can improve efficiency • Appraise the impact of equipment and technology on productivity Learn how technology plays a major role for success of port development and management Discuss how technology affects terminal design and strategic development Learn how to develop a technology masterplan and implement a successful plan Understand in detail the various technologies and IT applications and how to apply them Discuss in detail the latest technological trends Apply what has been learnt through case studies and exercises About the course Today’s ports and terminals cannot run without technology as it cannot serve the customers effectively. It is with this in mind that this 2-day course is aimed at providing a deep understanding of the subject matter. However, participants of this course need not be practitioners of IT as it covers the applications of technology and how it is used to improve efficiency in the port. It will commence with an analysis of current shipping trends that affects port development and operations. It will highlight the issues on terminal operations and delve into the various technologies that will uplift the productivity of the port and lead to more efficiency. Participants will understand in detail the various technologies and IT applications and how to apply them. They will also learn how to align technology to the business strategy, develop a technology masterplan, discuss the issues in implementation and strategies to implement a successful plan. Practical examples on applications in big and small ports will be given so that participants will have a better understanding. Throughout the sessions, real life examples will be given on big and small ports and discussed in detail. This will include PSA, MPA, Portek International, Gabon, Algeria, Sri Lanka and a port in Hong Kong. Participants will participate in exercises and analysis and provide solutions to case studies presented. Course outline Module 1-Understanding shipping trends and port operations-using PSA/Portek as case examples Review of shipping trends, supply chain developments and impact on ports Importance of ports on the country’s economy Why are ports important players in Shipping Logistics Detailed functions of port operations and terminal operations Issues facing port regulators and terminal operators Detailed analysis of terminal operations processes Unloading, loading and yard operations Gate operations and impact on public roads Interactions with shipping community and international shipping agents and their processes Customers’ expectations of ports services Understand the various drivers of port productivity Module 2-Drivers of port efficiency What determines port efficiency What are the business drivers? Why use technology? Differing levels of automation in ports Difference between application of IT and equipment technology Appraise the impact of equipment and technology on efficiency Managers need real time information and integrated databases Details of Information Technology Applications will be discussed • Terminal Operations System (TOS) • Ship Planning System • Berth, Yard and Gate Planning • Gate automation • Port Community System • Engineering maintenance systems • Financial integration with customers • Flow through gate- no jams on public roads • Data analytics • Simulation Systems • Integration with trade systems and authority systems Module 3-Technology applications in equipment Technology applications in equipment Use of Automatic Stacking Cranes Improving Crane productivity Position Determination System Radio Data Location Systems Remote Crane Monitoring System Container number recognition Use of DGPS, transponders, near-field technology , etc Module 4-Latest Technological Applications Use of Overhead Bridge Cranes Driverless cranes- one man handles 4 crane in control room Full automation - Use of Automated Guided Vehicles Making full use of Operations Simulation Green ports Module 5- How to develop a technology Master Plan Real life examples of these plan will be used for discussion in this module. This will include PSA, MPA, Portek, Gabon, Algeria, Sri Lanka and a port in Hong Kong. Participants will learn how to align technology to the business strategy. The technology masterplan has to be a part of the strategic business plan. The steps involved in developing the Master Plan are as follows: • Identify the business vision and the business direction of the port • Performing SWOT Analysis • Identifying the gaps and doing a GAP analysis • Identify systems and processes that address the gaps • Developing a plan that fits the business strategy. • Assess the impact on operations processes, infrastructure changes • Impact on human resources • Assess other technology issues in implementation • How to perform Systems Requirements for development? • Testing and implementation issues • Making a report for management approval Who should attend: • Port Authorities; • Chief Financial Officer • Director (IT) in ports and terminal • Port / Terminal developers, • Operations employees • Staff in ports dealing with productivity and technology matters • Developers and systems analysts • Engineering staff from ports • Port Service providers; • Shipping Companies, • Port Consultants; • Research analysts in port / transport sector • International organisations – who involve themselves in port development • Consultants having functional assignments in ports • Anyone interested in knowing more about the port and logistics sector About the Course Director /s (subject to final confirmation) Thomas Ng Thomas Ng has over 31 years of consulting experience in the ports and shipping industry. Thomas is known for developing innovative solutions for players within the ports & shipping industry, — in areas of investments advisory, port strategy, development, marketing, planning & redesign, customer services and port operations; and delivering superior results. He is the Executive Chairman of The Global Ports Forum (GPF) since 2008. The Global Ports Forum is a platform where all ports stakeholders in the ecosystem- port customers, port authorities, port operators, port people, port suppliers & service providers are gathered together to discuss about issues furthering the interests of ports globally. Thomas is well-respected in the ports & shipping circles — recognized for his in-depth industry knowledge and far-reaching personal industry network and linkages. Some of his recent port investments advisory work include ports in the Middle East, Africa, Southern Europe, South East Asia, Latin America, etc. Given Thomas’ far-reaching personal port industry network and linkages, Thomas is often seek out by port investors and port privatization candidates all over the world for collaborative partnership. Thomas is invited regularly as speaker & facilitator for Ports conferences, roundtable and executive programs and workshops. He is the senior port & terminal training expert for the Singapore Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) Singapore Cooperation Programme (SCP) for foreign ports officials for over 10 years. Recent programmes conducted by Thomas include the 5 days executive program in “Port Development and Competitiveness”, Singapore on 12-16 Dec 2016 where Thomas was the key trainer for over 60% of the whole executive program.