ADNOC Logistics and Services has made maritime history by deploying the first AI-powered Smart Port Solution in the Gulf Cooperation Council region, marking a significant milestone in the digital transformation of petroleum port operations. The groundbreaking technology aims to optimise resource allocation and enable real-time tracking of marine activities across the company’s petroleum ports in the UAE.
The innovative solution promises to deliver substantial improvements in operational efficiency while reducing costs and enhancing sustainability across ADNOC L&S’ port network. Developed by Innovez One, a leading provider of port management information systems, the technology demonstrates remarkable performance capabilities that are set to revolutionise port operations in the region.
Transformative Operational Improvements
The AI-powered system delivers impressive efficiency gains, reducing vessel turnaround time by up to 90% and cutting service sourcing time from three hours to just 45 seconds. These dramatic improvements translate into significant time savings, with the solution expected to save 3,000 hours annually. The operational benefits extend beyond time efficiency, with projected cost savings of $950,000 (AED3.5 million) by 2028.
Additionally, the smart port solution increases jetty utilisation by 20 percent, contributing to improved overall port efficiency. This enhancement is projected to deliver a 10 percent improvement in vessel management, further optimising the flow of operations across the port facilities.
Leadership Commitment to Innovation
Captain Abdulkareem Al Masabi, CEO of ADNOC L&S, emphasised the company’s dedication to technological advancement. “The deployment of the smart port solution across our petroleum ports in the UAE underscores our commitment to harnessing AI, as we continue to invest in innovation to optimise our operations and drive further value for our business and customers,” he stated.
The advanced AI solution has been deployed across key ADNOC L&S petroleum ports, including Das, Zirku, Mubaraz, Ruwais, and Jebel Dhana, reinforcing the company’s position as a leader in digital transformation within the energy logistics sector.
Strategic Partnership and Global Implications
David Yeo, CEO of Innovez One, highlighted the significance of the collaboration, commenting: “Our partnership with ADNOC L&S is a testament to the transformative power of AI in global energy logistics. By optimising operational workflows, we’re not only improving efficiency but also contributing to ADNOC L&S’s sustainability goals, helping make the UAE’s petroleum ports a global benchmark for smart operations.”
Long-Term Strategic Vision
ADNOC L&S’s continuous rollout of innovative AI technologies demonstrates the company’s unwavering commitment to operational excellence and long-term sustainability. This initiative aligns with the organisation’s broader strategy for growth and efficiency in the energy logistics sector, positioning the UAE as a pioneer in smart port operations.
The deployment of this AI-powered solution represents more than just technological advancement; it establishes a new standard for petroleum port operations in the GCC region and beyond. As the energy industry continues to evolve, ADNOC L&S’s investment in cutting-edge technology positions the company at the forefront of the digital transformation sweeping the maritime and energy sectors.
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