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UK’s Biggest Port Operator Exploring Blockchain Shipping Solutions Across 21 Ports

UK’s biggest port operator, Associated British Ports begins exploring blockchain shipping solutions across its 21 UK ports, in partnership with logistics software service provider Marine Transport International (MTI). ABP, which carries out 25 percent of the cargo shipments in Great Britain, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with MTI to pilot shipments using blockchain technology.  Commercial Director at ABP, Jens Skibsted Nielsen stated: “We handle almost 100 million tons of cargo across all sectors every year, so we are a significant gateway for our customers’ supply chains,” According to a report by the…

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IBM and Maersk Blockchain Shipping Solution Pushes Forward

The IBM – Maersk blockchain shipping solution, has been developed to streamline the process and reduce the world’s total $1.8 trillion annual shipping costs. Some the biggest players in the industry have participated in the Pilot, including the U.S. Customs Authority. Now Agility, a global third-party logistics provider, joins in the project. Maersk have said the joint venture, will be based in New York and could be up and running by July, pending regulatory approval in some countries.

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