ELS increases throughput in maritime terminals and conserves resources by ensuring the efficient utilisation of equipment. The software manages all container movements within the terminal and supports fully automated, semi-automated, and manual transport processes. A global orchestrator plans and coordinates all transports, while local modules for each equipment execute and optimise processes at device level.
The platform provides internal interfaces for connecting to other systems and external solutions, such as cloud‑based services. This allows these processes to be seamlessly embedded into the terminal’s overall IT landscape,
ELS provides the following modules for daily terminal operations:
ELS INTERMODAL provides comprehensive control of cranes and mobile equipment, such as reach stackers, for intermodal and trimodal terminals. The system supports all standard terminal processes and optimises the handling of trucks, trains, and inland vessels. In addition to operational control, system integration is crucial, so the platform allows external systems to connect and be smoothly integrated into terminal workflows.
Beyond the data layer, ELS provides a wide range of operational functions, including the forecasting, scheduling and dispatching of container movements within a terminal. A powerful graphical user interface (GUI) with real-time 3D visualisation ensures continuous transparency and interaction. At its core is ELS UX, the central UX‑driven operating environment where all relevant information and details are brought together.
ELS can also be integrated into existing brownfield sites to increase productivity without the need for extra equipment. Its open platform design allows communication with other systems via APIs.
The Data Hub associated with the ELS Orchestrator archives usage data, enabling operators to draw on historical information to further improve processes.
of all areas in the terminal
for individual processes
through optimized processes
that is easy to enhance
The intelligent Equipment Logistics System (ELS) enables container terminals to increase performance in a smart and cost-efficient way. By optimizing operations in real time, ELS ensures maximum use of existing infrastructure.
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