AD Ports Group invests in latest VTMIS technology to enhance maritime safety, efficiency

  • Date: 31-Mar-2023
  • Source: Emirates News Agency
  • Sector:Technology
  • Country:UAE
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AD Ports Group invests in latest VTMIS technology to enhance maritime safety, efficiency

ABU DHABI, 31st March, 2023 (WAM) -- AD Ports Group is to implement a state-of-the-art Vessel Traffic Management Information System (VTMIS) across its UAE operations, as the company continues to invest in innovative solutions to drive safety, security and efficiency.

The new technology is set to be installed across Khalifa Port, Zayed Port, Free Port, Musaffah Port, and Al Dhafra region ports.

The investment marks the latest move by AD Ports Group to deploy advanced digital solutions within the UAE in support of the nation’s efforts to develop a world-class maritime and ports sector.

The implementation of an advanced and fully integrated VTMIS is a vital requirement in developing an enhanced Ports Community System (PCS) and ensuring the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS). The system is used to ensure the integration and interconnection of all assets in a port and maritime environment, integrating tools such as radar, CCTV, radios, meteorological systems, radio direction finders and towers. This provides port operators with access to real-time information and improves vessel-to-vessel and vessel-to-shore communication.

Captain Ammar Al Shaiba, Acting CEO - Maritime Cluster and Safeen Group, AD Ports Group said, “AD Ports Group has made this investment in a state-of-the-art Vessel Traffic Management Information System (VTMIS)