PortVision to improve US ports and waterways

The scheme includes a US$500,000 commitment to fund the development and implementation of web based solutions that help non-profit maritime organisations enhance their ports and waterways for their stakeholders.

Andrea LaVorgna, marketing director, PortVision, told Port Strategy: “We recognised a need to better communicate and facilitate coordination and awareness of waterway impacts and vessel scheduling in order to enhance safety and achieve the most efficient waterway utilisation.”

“These efforts will also help improve visibility, so organisations can make more informed decisions for their stakeholders, while delivering a number of other benefits including less congestion, better traffic prioritisation, a reduction in fuel consumption, excessive emissions and wait times, and to help avoid accidents and incidents.”

Organisations eligible for the grant include harbour safety committees, trade associations, and marine exchanges, among others.

Ms LaVorgna added: “As part of the grant application process, organizations must demonstrate that their project will enhance efficiency, safety or security for their stakeholders, and that it can serve as a model for expansion across the industry. We have received applications but are not ready to outline them yet as they are still in review. Pending projects include gate pass portals that streamline terminal access, information portals for real-time data access, real-time resource scheduling, and waterway alert systems.”