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Zayed Portfirstof sevenports to upgrade legacy systems to Jade's terminal operating system, MasterTerminal.
Abu Dhabi - Abu Dhabi Ports, the master developer, operator and manager of ports and industrial zones in the Emirate, has announcedthe successful implementation of Jade's terminal operating system, Master Terminal, at Zayed Port.
On the 1stof July 2015, Abu Dhabi Ports went live with its new terminal operating software atZayed Port -the first of seven ports scheduled to upgrade its legacy system to Jade Master Terminal -an important regional hub for general cargo and home to Abu Dhabi's growing cruise industry.The new terminal operating system will next be implemented at Khalifa Ports' general cargo and RORO terminals as of 1st August 2015, and thereafter across the remainderof Abu Dhabi Ports.
Commenting on the successful roll-out, Gary Lemke, Executive Vice President of Ports at Abu Dhabi Ports, said, "The implementation of the new technology at Zayed Port is a significant milestonefor us as the system generatesreal time data and insight that can better serve customers.By driving greater efficiencies in cargo handling, and shaping and driving ourinvestment plans, it is helping Abu Dhabi Portsto achieve its goal of becoming the leading general cargo port operator in the region."
David Lindsay, Managing Director of Jade Software, added "Zayed Port is the first port that will benefit from the improvements that our terminal operating system will bring. Jade Master Terminalwill enable real-time management and control of all aspects of general cargo operations, including bulk, breakbulk, RORO [roll-on/roll-off] and project cargo, and enhance supply chain visibility,further optimising operations and helping Abu Dhabi Ports to deliver superior services totheircustomers."
Jade MasterTerminal is a proven technology with a strong track record, and will further increase Abu Dhabi Ports' ability to handle growing general cargo volumes. Its adoption will provide more accurate cargo information before vesselarrival in order for Abu Dhabi Ports to plan operations well in advance. The software also contributes to the reduction in time required for delivery and queues at the terminal; facilitates centralisedand automatedinvoicing, thereby reducing the risk of incorrect charges as well as time required to produce invoices; and allows terminal operators to accuratelytrack and trace cargo in the yard.
Jade and Abu Dhabi Ports' teams worked closely during the implementation to minimise disruption to daily business activities and to maximise return on investment.Jade Software is set to bring added value to all of Abu Dhabi Ports' customers and their business - with productivity gains of 15-20 per cent - as the companytransitions into the next-generation of trade, making its ports the ports of choice across the Middle East.
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About Abu Dhabi Ports
Established in 2006, Abu Dhabi Ports' core objective is to facilitate the diversification of the economy by stimulating trade and development. This is done by delivering high quality maritime services, supporting partners' infrastructure projects and setting up new companies and joint ventures in the ports and logistics sectors.
The flagship state-of-the -art Khalifa Port and Khalifa Industrial Zone play a big role, supporting the diversification of the economy.Khalifa Port was inaugurated on 12/12/12 by UAE President HH Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The port's semi-automated container terminal handles all of Abu Dhabi's container traffic, after its transfer from Zayed Port, the historic port in the city centre.
Phase One of Khalifa Port has a capacity of 2.5 million TEUs and 12 million tons of general cargo. Further phases of development will occur as market demand requires. When all phases are complete, Khalifa Port will be able to handle 15 million TEUs and 35 million tons of general cargo per year.
Abu Dhabi Ports manages nine commercial, logistics, community and leisure ports, and Khalifa Industrial Zone which is serving a range of logistics and manufacturing investors.Abu Dhabi Ports is boosting Abu Dhabi's economic growth and diversification, following Abu Dhabi's Economic Vision 2030.
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About Jade
Since 1978, Jade has been designing, building, and supporting innovative software. We solve complex business problems for organisations in the financial services, telecommunications, utilities, retail, and specialist logistics industries.
Our expert, passionate people develop high performance enterprise solutions, create engaging customer experiences through digital strategy and design, and develop advanced technology platforms used by thousands of companies all around the world.
Our offices are located in New Zealand, Australia, USA, United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Indonesia and the United Arab Emirates.
Caroline Francis, Director of Marketing, Jade Software
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