Navis Carrier & Vessel Solutions (CVS), the marine branch of Kaleris, a cloud-based supply chain execution and visibility technology solutions provider, has won in four categories in the 2024 Ship Technology Excellence Awards, in the Innovation, Safety, Environmental, and Marketing categories, for its pivotal role in advancing maritime technology.
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Navis CVS won the Safety award for its Lashing Monitor enhancing vessel safety operations, the Environmental award for the Bluetracker Bunker Module’s compliance automation, the Innovation award for the Real-Time Operations’ stowage planning advancements, and the Marketing award for effectively promoting the CVS Bulk Carrier Package in the competitive market.
Revolutionizing maritime safety with Navis’ Lashing Monitor
Kaleris has redefined the safety protocols within the maritime industry with its innovative Lashing Monitor. This advanced tool provides real-time data on actual lashing forces, enabling ship crews to take preemptive actions to secure cargo and prevent losses at sea. The Lashing Monitor’s integration of weather routing data and critical rolling angle calculations allows for timely warnings both on-board and on-shore, significantly reducing the risk of container and cargo damage due to adverse weather conditions or high seas.
The Lashing Monitor’s database builds a historical record of sea-keeping data, which can be used to optimize future routes and improve overall vessel safety. By addressing the pain points of container transportation at sea, such as the lack of visibility of actual lashing forces during the voyage, Navis’ Lashing Monitor has become an essential component in the quest for safer maritime operations.
“With Navis Lashing Monitor and Operational Guidance, onboard crews and shipping companies gain visibility and control to take the right actions and make critical decisions before a dangerous situation arises at sea. Navis provides the onboard crew with full visibility of a ship’s vitals while sailing which maximizes the ship’s seakeeping ability in every weather situation.” – Gerald Lange, Senior Product Manager, CVS; Vice-Chairman Joint Industry Project “Top Tier – Reducing Container Losses at Sea”
Advancing environmental compliance: The Bluetracker Bunker Module
The Bluetracker Bunker Module is a testament to Kaleris’ commitment to environmental sustainability in the maritime sector. The comprehensive digital platform simplifies the intricate process of fuel consumption reporting, enabling shipping companies to stay ahead of the curve with evolving environmental regulations like the EU MRV, IMO DCS, and the upcoming FuelEU. The module’s AI-based document reading capabilities and full integration with major verification bodies streamline the reporting process, making it more efficient and less prone to errors.
With the Bluetracker Bunker Module, Kaleris offers a solution that not only aids in regulatory compliance but also provides actionable insights into fuel savings. By analyzing fleet-wide operational data, shipping companies can make informed decisions that lead to more efficient operations, potentially reducing fuel consumption by up to 15% and significantly lowering greenhouse gas emissions.
“Fuel EU and other emission compliance regulations are forcing the industry towards alternative fuels. This brings another level of complexity to the reporting and verification of emission data. Automated tools that can flexibly adapt to existing workflows and upcoming regulatory requirements are replacing Excel spreadsheets – and modern APIs are taking over from email traffic.” – Bastian Gehnke, Senior Product Manager, CVS
Innovating stowage planning through Real-Time Operations
Kaleris’ Real-Time Operations module is a groundbreaking innovation that has transformed stowage planning for the maritime industry. The application provides an instant overview of the changing actual loading condition of vessel during loading. The central planner at the liner company can switch to this view during his own planning procedure, enhancing the ability to make informed planning decisions in real-time. The module is particularly valuable in cut-and-run scenarios, where quick and accurate assessments of vessel safety are critical.
The integration in the StowmanDS stowage planning system allows for a seamless exchange of information between ship crews, planners, and terminal operators. This ensures that all parties have access to the same data, fostering a collaborative environment that is essential for optimizing the loading process. The module’s contribution to maritime logistics efficiency is significant, leading to better turnaround times and overall operational improvements.
“If a “cut-and-run” is suggested to a ship, the decision about whether the vessel is safe to sail with the loading condition of a few seconds ago must be based on as reliable data as possible. Based on available activity data for all containers onboard, Real-Time Operations allows the planner to follow in real-time how the stability situation onboard the vessel changes with the actual loading situation.” – Bastian Gehnke, Senior Product Manager, CVS
Mastering the market: The CVS Bulk Carrier Package
Kaleris has made a significant impact on the bulk carrier market with its strategic marketing of the CVS Bulk Carrier Package. The comprehensive suite of solutions addresses the critical needs of bulk carrier operations, from stowage planning and cargo loading to environmental compliance and cybersecurity. The package includes innovative tools such as MACS3 Connected, which mirrors the onboard situation onshore, and the Bluetracker Emission Parcelling, which calculates CO2 emissions for each cargo parcel.
Through targeted media campaigns, trade show participation, and digital content, Kaleris has effectively communicated the value of the CVS Bulk Carrier Package to the industry. The company’s strategic focus on regions with substantial growth potential, such as Japan and Greece, has enabled it to build relationships with shipping companies that will benefit most from these advanced solutions. By addressing market pain points and offering a suite of connected, compliant, and secure solutions, Kaleris has positioned itself as the go-to provider for the modern maritime operator.
“We’re honored to be recognized for our innovative marketing strategy, which was meticulously crafted to target growth opportunities in the bulk carrier market. Our team has worked tirelessly and collaboratively to build a Go-To-Market strategy that creates true product differentiation by emphasizing our solution’s unique ability to modernize dry bulk operations across the spectrum of environmental impact, innovation, and improvements to safety. Our diverse sales approach, combining a mix of regional sales agents and digital campaigns, positioned Navis CVS as the preferred solution in the market. This nomination is a testament to our team’s commitment to innovation and excellence in our marketing efforts. We celebrate what we have achieved with this campaign and look forward to continuing to drive success and innovation in the industry.” – Richard Evans, VP, Marketing, Kaleris
“The Go-to-Market strategy for a product or a solution is exactly the place where Product Marketing’s role as a bridge between Product, Sales and Marketing comes into play. A Go-to-Market Plan that keeps a clear overview of the different contributions from the different stakeholders and their respective timelines is key to bringing a new solution successfully into the market. This is even more true for package solutions that require a higher level of orchestration in their Go-to-Market process”. – Selke Eichler, Director, Product Marketing, CVS
Company Profile
Kaleris is the leading provider of cloud-based supply chain execution and visibility technology solutions. Many of the world’s largest brands rely on Kaleris for mission-critical logistics technology in yard management, transportation management, and maintenance & repair operations as well as terminal operating systems and ocean carrier & vessel solutions from our premier Navis brand. By consolidating supply chain execution software assets across major nodes and modes into a central Execution & Visibility Platform, Kaleris solves the dark spots and data gaps that cause friction and inefficiency in the global supply chain. Kaleris serves and supports customers in 80 countries.
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