The Rizhao Port automated container terminal of Shandong Port Group (SPG) recently launched three systems simultaneously: an intelligent container terminal operating system called A-TOS, an intelligent container terminal management system called iCTMS and a complete new supply chain service platform called Zhoudao. Rizhao Port has now become the first port to introduce Qingdao Port's container intelligent control system, which is China's first self-developed terminal operating system.

Photo of Rizhao Port. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

Rizhao Port's A-TOS is an upgraded version of the Qingdao Port automated container terminal's intelligent control system, which has further diversified SPG's self-developed full-scenario technology system for container terminals across its ports. Furthermore, the iCTMS focuses on the container terminal's core factors, such as operation, efficiency, services and decision. It has smoothed the container data channel, provided online one-stop service for customers, and achieved information connectivity among multiple parties, such as shipping companies, depots, logistics fleets, Qingdao Port and port-related institutions.

Since the launch of the system, the Rizhao Port automated container terminal has increased its terminal operating efficiency by 23 percent, single-crane efficiency by 11 percent, and gate-in efficiency by 30 percent. Additionally, the terminal hit record highs every day from April 3 to 6. It smashed its 24-hour vessel loading and unloading record on April 6 and experienced a 12 percent increase in handling volume.

The launch of the new system will further improve the comprehensive operational efficiency and customer service of the Rizhao Port automated container terminal and advance the high-quality development of SPG's container business.