Sovereign in the Supply Chain

The proposed living lab researches how autonomous ships can be integrated in the supply chain. This is done in the real-life environment of the port of Rotterdam and connecting waterways. Research lines are 1) Logistical integration: development of processes and infrastructure, 2) Frameworks for public and private law relating to transport of cargo by autonomous ships. 3) Identification and development of promising operational scenarios and business cases, 4) smart precision navigation in ports and 5) safe supervision of autonomous ships in busy waters. To support these research lines, at least 1 commericlly operating ship will be equipped with sensors and control systems and a command station is developed.