Shipping faces significant challenges in today's regulatory environment.
Meeting reporting requirements and adhering to environmental legislation has become increasingly complex, and digital solutions are essential for effective management. Decarbonization is an ultimate goal, but it will require more than just environmental measures to achieve success.
We have already seen solutions in the direction of alternative fuels or in optimization of ship design and retrofitting. Likewise, shipping must leverage the benefits of digitalization to strengthen the resilience of the maritime supply chain, promote sustainable development, and ensure compliance with all regulatory frameworks.
The effort to increase automation in shipping offers advantages in multiple directions. Not only to enhance onboard safety and improve environmental performance, but also to grant reassurance to more efficient and sustainable shipping.
The Importance of Effective Data Management
The modern shipping industry faces numerous challenges, including the need for accurate ship performance status, informed decision-making, and efficient operations and reporting. To address these challenges, it is crucial to have reliable datasets as a starting point. Collecting data onboard is just the beginning; organizing and validating the data is also essential to enable sophisticated analysis using powerful tools. With such data management in place, it becomes possible to simulate operations and achieve set targets while meeting regulatory requirements.
Additionally, interconnectivity and integration among all different applications that are currently used by shipping companies and of course the exchange of data is a vital element for a successful use of digitalization. This will be essential for the efficiency and sustainability of the digital tools in maritime industry.
The integration of digital tools will eliminate inserting the same data in multiple sources with the potential of an error to increase exponentially. The greater level of collaboration we achieve among digital tools, the higher the engagement of the crew to use them.
By leveraging such tools, businesses can gain valuable insights into their operations through real-time data feeds and alerts. This optimization process can lead to enhanced efficiency and effectiveness in shipping operations.
Digital Tools by RINA
In our attempt to assist the shipping community to overcome daily challenges, we have developed a series of tools and services. RINA combines a Software Ecosystem with a comprehensive knowledge of the maritime domain, thanks to the expertise of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers.
Our web-based applications are installed both onboard all vessels and onshore ensuring availability of data everywhere. The web applications are constantly synchronized, exchanging data in both directions. By monitoring fleet operations through a cloud-based live streaming from ship(s) to shore, shipping companies can also take data driven decisions to improve business operations.
Our offering spans from a complete Fleet Management System to Performance Monitoring, Vessel Reporting System and Electronic Logbooks. The SERTICA Fleet Management System not only ensures safe, environmentally friendly operation and minimizes costs, but also optimizes maintenance efforts, increases awareness about equipment availability, and monitors the rate of equipment deterioration.
The Vessel Reporting System is a comprehensive solution covering all noon reporting needs as well as standard reports for EU MRV, IMO DCS, CII, and Performance. You even have the flexibility to create your own reports. You can calculate your CII index by setting up reports in the Vessel Reporting System to get an accurate and comprehensive picture of a ship’s carbon emissions and energy efficiency. Vessel reporting simplifies daily workflows, increases quality of data, and connects all stakeholders to one report. The Vessel Reporting System (VRS) not only helps ships and operators comply with current reporting regulations but also prepares and adapts them for future challenges from a more and more interconnected world.
SERTICA Electronic Logbooks are designed to adhere to the relevant MARPOL regulations and circulars, assisting shipping companies in collecting data to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. The software is capable of fully replacing the paper copy of register books, reducing paperwork on board, enhancing the reliability of the records, and their compliance with international regulations.
The implementation of digital solutions can provide a strategic advantage through data-driven solutions. By analyzing data collected over extended periods, businesses can make informed decisions that improve performance and efficiency on a daily basis.
* RINA Sales Manager, Digital Marine Southern Europe