By Arun Kumar Das
New Delhi, Oct 28 (BVI): In a major step for the development of automated cargo evacuation system, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) is foraying into the port sector.
The DMRC has joined hands with the Deendayal Port Authority (DPA) and Umeandus Technology Private Limited and BEML Limited to develop a Real Time Automated Cargo Evacuation System (e-FTS) for the DPA based at Kandla in Gujarat.
The Real Time Automated Cargo Evacuation System (e-FTS) is an automated freight transport and logistics system.
Mainly designed for use in ports, e-FTS uses advanced technologies like blockchain, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, and the Internet of Things (IoT) to increase efficiency and sustainability and significantly reduce the time and cost associated with traditional cargo handling.
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed among DMRC, the DPA, BEML and UTPL.
As per the MoU, the e-FTS shall be developed at a pilot project stage. During the Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Stage, DMRC proposes to undertake the O&M of the project for a period of 25 years. Further, the detailed specific scope of the parties will be incorporated in the ‘Definitive Agreement’ which shall be executed among the involved parties.
The system can also be developed for other locations based on site requirements and clients specific needs. (BVI)
