HERE Technologies, PSA Team Up To Enhance Truck Operations In Singapore

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 20 (Bernama) -- HERE Technologies, the location data and technology platform, announced it is enabling PSA Singapore (PSA) to transform its container truck ecosystem in Singapore, with the goal of optimising the movement of goods at Singapore’s ports.

With global connectivity being key to its success, PSA is linked to more than 600 ports worldwide and handled 38.8 million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) last year.

To maximise truck resource utilisation and eliminate operational inefficiencies for Singapore’s container trucking community, PSA has developed OptETruck, a cloud-based transport management solution with features such as automated scheduling and asset pooling for truck drivers.

Powered by HERE Tour Planning and Location Services, OptETruck allocates jobs to drivers based on their location, offering real-time optimisation of routes and truck assignments, according to a statement.

HERE Technologies Senior Vice President and General Manager for Asia-Pacific, Deon Newman said: “Together with PSA, we are crafting solutions that go beyond mere logistics optimisation – we are enabling PSA to set new standards in port management on a global scale.

“This collaboration not only enhances operational efficiency but also positions PSA at the forefront of innovation, ultimately supporting Singapore's ambition to be a smart nation. HERE is proud to enable PSA in shaping the future of port operations and smart logistics.”

Meanwhile, PSA Assistant Vice President, Community and Digital Solutions, Sriram Ramanujam said: “OptETruck has met the needs of Singapore’s trucking community and sets the stage for a sustainable future, transforming the logistics industry into a well-connected and resilient hub, aligning perfectly with our commitment to contributing to Singapore's vision as a smart nation.”

This system not only minimises empty runs, truck trips without any freight loaded, but also ensures that drivers are allocated jobs in proximity to their current location, improving overall transit and waiting times, drivers’ well-being and operational efficiency, while reducing carbon emission.

Companies that adopted OptETruck have been able to demonstrate about 50 per cent reduction in empty runs, translating to an annual reduction of approximately 10 million kilogramme of carbon emissions, equivalent to planting 300,000 trees in a year.

-- BERNAMA