MARASI: Empowering Digital Port Governance and Efficiency at Sohar Port
Aligned with Oman Vision 2040 and global sustainability trends, Sohar Port and Freezone launched MARASI – a centralized Port Management Information System (PMIS) designed to modernize marine operations and reinforce environmental stewardship. MARASI minimizes physical documentation, reduces energy consumption through optimized scheduling, and enables data-driven decision-making. Key features include digital berth planning, real-time traffic monitoring to reduce vessel idling and fuel use, and Environmental Ship Index (ESI) tracking that incentivizes cleaner vessels. The System supports operational excellence by automating vessel traffic services, enhancing real-time data sharing among stakeholders, and digitalizing marine certificates and invoices to cut paper usage, enhancing transparency and scalability.
MARASI has fully digitized vessel calls, service requests, and berth planning, reducing vessel turnaround times by ~15%. Paperless operations have cut printed documentation by 90%, saving over 20,000 pages annually. Real-time dashboards enable seamless collaboration among pilots, tug operators, and port control. The system’s IoT-ready architecture supports future AI integration. User satisfaction rates reached 85%, reflecting ease of use and operational alignment. Comprehensive training and stakeholder engagement ensured smooth adoption and continuous improvement.
MARASI features real-time traffic simulation, predictive berthing, and a mobile-first pilot app. Its scalable, IoT-ready design supports global integration and future technologies. Driven by SOHAR’s leadership and collaboration with maritime IT experts, MARASI advances sustainability, efficiency, and data-driven decisions, positioning Sohar as a regional smart port leader. The system delivers improved operational efficiency, safety, and stakeholder collaboration, with smooth adoption supported by comprehensive training and an 85% user satisfaction rate. There has been strong stakeholder engagement through workshops, feedback, and training ensures broad adoption and continuous improvement, with readiness for AI and IoT integration.
Measurable Impact:
● 100% vessel calls managed digitally by 2025.
● ~15% reduction in vessel turnaround time.
● 90% reduction in printed documents.
● 85% user satisfaction rate.
● 95% decrease in manual workflow interventions.
● Full interoperability with ERP, NPCS, VTS, and readiness for AI and IoT.