The Core of Incheon Port New Deal Project is 'Smart Port'... Introduction of Fully Automated Container Terminal

Incheon New Port Hanjin Incheon Container Terminal Photo by Incheon Port Authority

[Asia Economy Reporter Park Hyesook] Incheon Port Authority is embarking on the construction of a smart port in connection with the 'Korean New Deal,' a national development project for the post-COVID-19 era.

The authority announced on the 19th that it has restructured the government's Korean New Deal strategy to fit the characteristics of Incheon Port and the authority itself, identifying 35 related projects.

First, to transform Incheon Port into a smart port, a fully automated operation system will be introduced at the Incheon New Port Phase 1-2 container terminal, scheduled to open in 2025.

The fully automated system remotely controls quay cranes and uses electric-powered unmanned transport equipment (AGV) instead of yard tractors to automatically transport containers.

The authority plans to build a shared Incheon Port smart logistics center equipped with advanced smart automation devices such as unmanned transport robots and supply it at low cost to about 60 small and medium-sized enterprises starting in 2023. Through this, it aims to foster the growth of excellent logistics companies and strengthen the logistics competitiveness of Incheon Port.

Additionally, through various R&D projects such as developing road pavement reinforcement materials using marine waste, autonomous drones, and AI-based port facility management systems, the authority is working to realize an eco-friendly and safe Incheon Port.

An official from Incheon Port Authority stated, "We will actively promote projects linked to the Korean New Deal to help Incheon Port leap forward as a global smart port and concentrate all organizational capabilities to contribute to revitalizing the regional economy."

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