BACKGROUND

Lashing and unlashing operations on container vessels remain one of the most labour-intensive, time-consuming and high-risk activities onboard vessels. These operations are critical for securing containers during sea transport but currently rely entirely on manual labour.

SIGNIFICANCE OF PROBLEM

Manual dependency creates:

• Variability in vessel turnaround times
• Constraints on productivity during peak operational hours
• Limitations on terminal operators’ ability to achieve fully automated end-to-end shipside operations
• High-risk working conditions for personnel
• Labour-intensive processes that impact operational efficiency

POTENTIAL MARKET SIZE

There are over 6,000 container vessels globally, with over 900m TEUs handled in container ports worldwide. The rapid growth of ultra-large container vessels, particularly those exceeding 20,000 TEU, has also increased the scale and complexity of lashing operations.

EXISTING EFFORTS

Manual Lashing only