Technical Short Course

SC6 - Planning, Design and Implementation of Automated Terminals

This four-hour course will provide attendees with interactive experience by demonstrating an actual automated terminal development process. The course will include a comprehensive discussion of container handling automation and terminal design. As the challenges associated with port development evolve, the course will address:

• Next generation terminal best practices


• Benefits of automation


• Benefits of rail-mounted container stacking cranes


• Process for planning and designing an automated terminal


• Cost and schedule considerations

This event requires an additional ticket. Attendees must be registered for the Conference (full or daily) in order to register for the short courses. Attendees will be able to earn professional development hours (PDHs).