Maldives Port Authority picks IBS' iPort

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The Technopark-based IBS Software, a global provider of new-generation IT solutions to the travel, transportation and logistics industry, has entered into a deal with the Maldives Port Authority (MPA) to implement and maintain its port operations management solution, named iPort.

According to an IBS source, the system will optimize the management of core port and marine operations at the port of Male reducing the throughput time of vessels and cargo. The Port of Male is governed by the Maldives Ports Authority and is the primary port of call in the Republic of Maldives.

IBS’ iPort has been picked by MPA as a product of choice for port operations post an international bid and detailed evaluation. The flexibility of the product, which is adaptable to the operational complexities of the Port and IBS’ domain expertise were the major reasons iPort was selected, the source added.

A comprehensive and fully integrated port operations management solution that supports the entire gamut of port operations ranging from marine operations, cargo and container operations, yard operations, cargo delivery to billing of all services rendered by the port, iPort integrates port operations with optimal planning, co-ordination and management of port resources to provide a seamless service chain to the port users community. iPort currently manages the three ports under the Sharjah Ports Authority, the source pointed out.

iPort consists of a generic suite of modules, which cohesively address all the core operational requirements of seaports. Separate modules cater to the marine operations, cargo operations, commercial and engineering maintenance requirements of ports. It is said to provide scalability to suit specific needs as port operations increase in size and complexity. Selective role based access to the application for remote and corporate users ensure data privacy and security.

“Our experience and expertise in the transportation and logistics arena is our key strength behind building functionally and technologically superior software products. We are certain that iPort will ensure improved service levels and revenue. We look forward to a long lasting relationship with the Maldives Ports Authority,” said VK Mathews, chairman and CEO of IBS Group.

Maldives Ports Authority handles all the imports and exports in the Republic of Maldives and functions under the Ministry of Transport and Communication.