Thames Freeport - Britain's Trading Future

[ 61 ] Europe to introduce the technology. DP World is supporting the service as part of concentrated efforts to accelerate the digitalisation of the global supply chain, and to enhance the capabilities of digital platforms. The service will allow customers to receive real-time updates on the precise location of their goods as they are transported by rail, road and sea. This innovation improves efficiency, reduces costs and increases the speed of information exchange. The new track and trace system is designed to advance the digitalisation of trade and significantly improve customers’ visibility of the supply chain. The aim is to complete the roll out by the end of 2021. P&O Ferrymasters is at its best in solving complex logistical challenges for customers and this next step in the digital journey will enable the faster and smarter exchange of information across Europe. Customers can continue to rely on investment in new platforms to make trade flow and provide a door-to-door logistics service. P&O Ferrymasters worked in partnership with the leading Swiss enabler of transparent digitalised supply chains, Nexxiot, on the project. Stefan Kalmund, Chief Executive Officer of Nexxiot, said: “Visibility, efficiency and predictive capabilities are all key drivers for data driven organisations who are seeking improved reliability, trust and accountability. As one of our most innovative clients, P&O Ferrymasters can now access the business intelligence they need for full fleet coordination, improved efficiency and business process automation.” To customers, current and future, P&O Ferrymasters is the brand trusted to deliver goods from beginning to end; helping solve the most complex logistical challenges. Thames Freeport provides the perfect opportunity to do this even better. P&O Ferrymasters huckepack trailer being loaded onto a train at the P&O Ferries terminal in Europoort, Rotterdam The new container track and trace system is designed to advance the digitalisation of trade and significantly improve customers’ visibility of the supply chain. The aim is to complete the roll out by the end of 2021