Global Spatial Technology Systems (GSTS) hosted the inaugural MARCO MED Forum at the Aikaterini Laskaridis Foundation in Piraeus, centered on the theme “Smarter Coordination. Greener Shipping. AI-Powered Ports.” This event underscores GSTS’s strategic commitment to enhancing its presence in the European market, with a focus on digital transformation in ports and the maritime supply chain.
As a leading global maritime IT firm, GSTS showcased its innovative OCIANA® platform, designed to provide real-time insights for critical decision-making by integrating ship, cargo, port, and environmental data. This system caters to various stakeholders, including terminal operators, shipping companies, logistics firms, security agencies, and public authorities.
Andrew Black, Supply Chain Solutions Director, described OCIANA® as a “ship-port collaboration tool,” while Chief Product Officer Robert Marshy emphasized the role of artificial intelligence in risk assessment and improving maritime safety.
CEO Richard Kolacz remarked, “We are honored to host MARCO MED in Piraeus, a key port hub in the Mediterranean. Through this forum, we foster public-private partnerships and demonstrate how technology can lead to a more sustainable and resilient shipping industry.”
The forum served as a nexus for stakeholders in shipping, innovation, and education, laying groundwork for the modernization of port operations and envisioning a “smart” maritime future.
Organized by GSTS, in cooperation with the Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Insular Policy and the Hellenic Ports Association, the event highlighted the significance of artificial intelligence and innovation in maritime risk management and the supply chain.
