Η ψηφιακή καινοτομία στη λιμενική βιομηχανία

Κωνσταντινοπούλου, Ελένη - Αγγελική

Master Thesis

Author

Κωνσταντινοπούλου, Ελένη - Αγγελική

Date

2025-04

Abstract

The present study examines the application of new technologies in ports, focusing on their impact on efficiency, the reduction of environmental impacts, the reinforcement of safety and the transformation of ports into “smart” infrastructures. Digital transformation has become an increasingly important issue which affects the maritime sector, particularly port infrastructures. The use of advanced technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT), blockchain, artificial intelligence (AI) and Big Data is leveraged to improve the functionality, efficiency and sustainability of ports, making them more competitive and sustainable. To explore the digitization of ports, an analysis was carried out through three different case studies concerning important ports. More specifically, the analyzed ports are the port of Rotterdam and the port of Antwerp, which are the two largest in Europe, and the port of Singapore, one of the most significant maritime hubs globally. The findings indicate that the adoption of digital technologies is essential to meet the increasing demands of global shipping. "Smart" ports can manage their resources more efficiently, reducing costs and enhancing sustainability through innovative practices. In addition, although several technologies were common to all three ports, each port has adapted its digital transformation to its specific needs and requirements. However, several challenges and obstacles remain to be addressed, with the most significant being the need for new skills that align with the adoption of emerging technologies, intense market competition, and security concerns. Finally, further research is recommended to examine additional ports worldwide, covering various capacities and sizes, to compare the strategies and technologies they use. At the same time, a more in-depth investigation into the degree of technology adoption is deemed necessary, particularly in terms of the challenges it presents for the workforce. In this context, the use of questionnaires could provide valuable insights into adaptation difficulties, required skill sets, and training needs.

Postgraduate Studies Programme

Ναυτιλία

Department

Σχολή Ναυτιλίας και Βιομηχανίας. Τμήμα Ναυτιλιακών Σπουδών

Number of pages

Language

Greek

URI

https://dione.lib.unipi.gr/xmlui/handle/unipi/17737

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Αναφορά Δημιουργού-Μη Εμπορική Χρήση-Όχι Παράγωγα Έργα 3.0 Ελλάδα