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Maritime planning is shifting from building models to making better decisions with them. As data becomes increasingly abundant, the real challenge is filtering it into actionable insights that planners can trust. In this Teqplay vodcast, Rienk Bijlsma explains why accuracy, simplicity, and the ability to share predictions will determine the industry’s next step.

Cadeler is working with Dropboard as its planning and scheduling software for port and marine terminal operations. As a global leader in offshore wind installation, Cadeler operates highly complex, time-critical marine logistics. With Dropboard, Cadeler will strengthen visibility, coordination, and flexibility across vessel, berth, and resource planning, supporting more predictable and efficient terminal operations.

As automation systems grow larger and more complex, experience-based design alone is no longer sufficient. System 3R uses simulation to analyze throughput, utilization, and bottlenecks before systems are built. This enables data-driven decisions, optimized system sizing, reduced investment risk, and automation solutions precisely aligned with customer requirements.

Logistics modeling is a critical enabler of success in modular capital projects involving marine transport and heavy-lift operations. By integrating engineering, procurement, fabrication, and construction planning, it supports better decision-making during FEED and execution. Logistics modeling reduces risk, improves cost and schedule certainty, and enables agile responses to change, leading to smoother project delivery and stronger outcomes.