VICT completes TOS automation upgrade
Victoria International Container Terminal (VICT) has successfully completed its automation upgrade for Navis’ N4 terminal operating system.
The latest upgrade is part of the company’s continuing commitment to further optimize terminal operations, reduce turnaround times, and deliver unprecedented efficiency in key areas, including the gate and container yard.
“By continuing to optimize through automation upgrades and continuous improvement analysis, VICT strives to deliver the best possible service to customers,” said Jon Wheeler, VICT Chief Operating Officer.
VICT plays a key role in the Victorian, Tasmanian, and Australian supply chain. Improving its capability to handle increased volume safely and efficiently is important to customers. As the terminal prepares for its phase three expansion, VICT’s relationship with NAVIS and other critical automation suppliers is vital to continuously improve services and sustain growth at the Port of Melbourne.
“By upgrading our TOS through constant collaboration between Navis and our internal automation team, VICT’s focus is to consistently improve operational safety and productivity efficiencies for all our stakeholders. Since the upgrade, we have seen continuity in uptime, reduced exception handling, berth productivity improvement, and greater efficiencies with our industry leading landside operation of multiple containers. We are looking forward to working with Navis and enhancing our waterside operations further,” said Mr. Wheeler.
The recent enhancements also include an upgrade to N4 3.8 AutoShuttle scheduler, which improves user experience and reduce exception handling by automating workflows. They also include an optimal AutoShuttle dispatch, increased system robustness and uptime, and shortened turnaround time for trucks with multiple transactions.
Charles Gerard, Navis Vice President and General Manager - Asia Pacific, said: “The industry continues to battle disruption and constraints as fallout from the pandemic and VICT remains committed to doing its part to facilitate trade. The terminal is ensuring that vessels are processed in a timely manner and essential goods coming through the port get where they are needed most.
“Using the most advanced technology, including N4, to fully automate its processes and deliver extra capacity to the port, VICT acts as a safe and reliable gateway to keep goods flowing in and out of the country.”
Operating at Australia’s largest container port, VICT continues to set operational records, including handling the largest capacity vessel, facilitating the highest exchange in a single call, and handling the longest vessel to call the Port of Melbourne.
