Pros and cons of autonomous horizontal transport
2025-08-13T09:26:00
The adoption of autonomous horizontal transport in container terminals is gaining momentum as a promising solution to improve safety, efficiency and labour optimisation, say port experts
Haskoning port consultants Daan van de Ven and Henry Forgan have explored autonomous transport in container terminals, uncovering potential benefits, key challenges and how this emerging technology can be used.
Among the major benefits of autonomous horizontal transport are improved working conditions and enhanced safety for workers but challenges remain.