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Expert Consultancy for Terminal Optimization

Revolutionize port terminals management & optimization

Our consultancy services, combined with advanced IT solutions, address the challenges of modern terminal operations. From process optimization and complexity management to benchmarking and operational support, we provide tailored strategies and cutting-edge tools to drive efficiency and sustainable growth.

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Achieving Operational Excellence with CHESSCON

Strategic support for daily operations

Efficient terminal operations require a balance of innovative tools and expert guidance. While IT solutions are critical for optimizing scheduling and providing real-time visibility, addressing deeper operational challenges often requires a strategic, hands-on approach. Many terminal operators struggle to identify inefficiencies in their processes, manage the growing complexity of terminal operations, or effectively benchmark their performance. Without external expertise, these challenges can limit growth and impact overall efficiency.

CHESSCON goes beyond technology by offering customized consulting services. From process optimization workshops and complexity management to benchmarking and operational support, our experts provide actionable insights and strategic guidance to help you streamline operations and achieve measurable results. Combined with our advanced IT solutions, we enable your terminal to perform at its best - now and in the future.

How We Can Help

Data-driven insights for operational excellence

Our consultancy services are designed to support terminals in navigating complex challenges and optimizing their operations with a blend of technical expertise and industry insights.

 

Process Optimization Workshops

Use our workshops to identify inefficiencies and implement tailored solutions that streamline port and terminal processes, improving productivity and operational excellence.

Support for Terminal Complexity Management

With our diverse capabilities, we provide guidance on managing the growing complexity of terminal operations, including automation projects, integration efforts and system upgrades, ensuring seamless and effective management.

Benchmarking

Our global experience in terminal audits, TOS implementations and QA projects enables us to provide comprehensive benchmarking services to help terminals assess their performance and identify opportunities for improvement.

Operational Support & Optimization

Engage our team to improve terminal layouts, optimise equipment utilisation and refine operational strategies. From supporting automation journeys to providing insight into updated terminal designs, we help to drive efficiency and sustainability.

Why choose us?
Our team combines IT expertise with in-depth knowledge of port and terminal operations, enabling us to address the unique challenges of maritime logistics. With a track record of global projects, including automation and optimization initiatives, we deliver practical solutions that empower your terminal to excel in an ever-changing industry.

Revolutionizing Terminal Operations

Digital twin

The Digital Twin is a powerful solution that transforms your terminal operations by providing a comprehensive, real-time virtual representation of your terminal. With CHESSCON Yard View and Live View, you gain a fully integrated Digital Twin experience, enabling detailed visualization, real-time insights, and data-driven decision-making to optimize every aspect of your operations.

This approach is in line with initiatives such as the IHATEC joint project TwinSim, which focuses on the development of digital twins for container terminals to improve process optimization and maintenance activities.

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Why the digital twin matters

  • Complete Operational Transparency: Real-time overview of terminal operations.
  • 3D Yard Visualization: Graphical and 3D insights for vessel planning and yard management.
  • Real-Time Simulation: TOS and IoT data combined with TIC 4.0 standards.
  • Critical Insights: Access vehicle fuel levels, locations, and equipment statuses instantly.
  • Data-Driven Insights: Make informed decisions to boost performance.
  • Efficiency and Sustainability: Optimize workflows and reduce environmental impact.
  • Risk-Free Upgrades: Test changes virtually to avoid disruptions.
  • Proactive Maintenance: Efficient scheduling to minimize downtime.

Transforming Terminal Operations with CHESSCON Tools

Comprehensive solutions for smarter terminal management

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CHESSCON Shift Preview

Optimize your shift planning with CHESSCON Shift Preview, allowing you to review your current plans in minutes. Gain instant insight into your shift's performance with the Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) metric (0-100%), providing a quick overview of utilization and performance to ensure operational efficiency.

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CHESSCON Live View

Experience real-time operational clarity with CHESSCON Live View. This advanced 3D visualization tool provides detailed technical attributes of your yard inventory, vehicles and equipment, including lights and more. Stay informed and in control with up-to-the-minute insight into your terminal's operations. Integrate equipment and prcoess data using TIC4.0 standards #WeTalkTIC

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CHESSCON Yard View

Simplify yard management with CHESSCON Yard View, a 3D visualization of your yard inventory with powerful filtering options. Whether managing containers or cars, this tool allows you to focus on your specific needs and efficiently streamline terminal operations.

AKQUINET contact person - Anja Jablonski

With our Korean partner Total Soft Bank, we complement each other well in our areas of application and can therefore serve the market more broadly and can better play to our strengths.

Anja Jablonski

Project Manager

Success Stories from the World of Port Terminals

How IT solutions revolutionize port operations

Contact person - Norbert Klettner - Managing director

Norbert Klettner

Managing Director

Consultant Port Logistics

Contact - Lawrence Henesey

Dr. Lawrence Henesey

Sales

Consulting port logistics

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