Cargo Flow Predictor
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The problem
The solution
Mosaic Factor’s team developed an AI-powered forecasting tool for port logistics that predicts cargo flows, demonstrating the power of predictive analytics to enhance operational decision-making at the Port of Antwerp-Bruges.
With continuous access to data and collaboration among stakeholders, the solution is well-positioned to transition from pilot to production, contributing to a smarter, greener, and more efficient port ecosystem.
The digital solution predicts two critical events for containerized cargo:
- The Next Mode of Transport (NMOT), i.e., road, rail, or inland waterway
- The Departure Moment (terminal pickup day)
This fosters more proactive and sustainable logistical planning and paves the way for future integration into PoAB’s digital ecosystem, enabling:
- An improvement in operational efficiency and the reduction of port congestion.
- Promotion of modal shift towards sustainable transport (rail, inland waterway).
- Increase data-driven decision-making capacity for terminal and transport operators.
- Finally, demonstrate the viability of AI-driven predictive tools in a real port environment.
Results
This pilot project directly contributes to the EU policy objectives through:
- Supporting the modal shift agenda by providing advanced visibility on inland transport modes.
- Improving resource efficiency at the terminal level through optimized stacking.
- Demonstrating how AI and machine learning can drive sustainable digital innovation in ports.
The project has also delivered a scalable dashboard prototype that can be expanded, improved with new data, and potentially transferred to other ports or intermodal nodes.