The Port of Algeciras, one of the main global maritime hubs, faces critical challenges arising from the growing demand for maritime trade, such as port competitiveness, resilience of supply chains and decarbonization of the industry. To address these challenges, the Port Authority of Algeciras Bay (APBA) has developed the innovative Collaborative Decision-Making Platform (PortCDM).
This digital solution, based on operational standards and advanced technologies, revolutionizes coordination among port stakeholders by providing a single point of real-time data exchange. The platform improves operational forecasting, reduces waiting times and optimizes resource allocation, promoting Just-in-Time operations that minimize operational, environmental and economic impacts. PortCDM uses reliable real-time data, interoperability and analytics to create a cross-cutting dashboard that visualizes the planning and execution of end-to-end operational processes. This “single point of truth” ensures unified action toward a common goal: optimizing port call processes. By adopting this collaborative platform, we are shaping the future of the maritime industry.
With a focus on operational excellence and sustainability, the platform has achieved outstanding results during 2022-2025, such as a 26% reduction in vessel waiting times, a 50% reduction in idle time upon departure from berth, and a significant decrease in emissions (25,761 tons of CO₂). In addition, it has generated estimated savings of approximately €15.7 million, benefiting both the operators and the local Port Community. This successful project, conceived as a replicable model, has an ambitious expansion plan towards operational synchronization between ports, setting a global standard for operational efficiency, decarbonization and service quality in the maritime-port sector.