Get a simulator-based evaluation of proposed port layouts and vessel movements under planned operating conditions. Vessel behaviour is modelled using advanced numerical tools that replicate the hydrodynamic response to external forces and environmental conditions. Customers receive simulation outputs and observations covering approach channels, turning basins, berthing areas and departure scenarios. This material is used to review design alternatives.
Maritime simulators
Port development and optimisation through simulation
Assess port layouts and operations before implementation to support informed decisions.
Port simulation supports ports, operators and project stakeholders during port development or redevelopment. The projects involve major investments and require assessment of how larger vessels, changing traffic patterns and practical operating conditions affect the planned port.
When uncertainty delays port development
If approach, departure, tug use, depth limits and navigational aids are not evaluated before decisions are fixed, development and operational planning can be delayed. Port simulation provides data and observations to review safety, efficiency and operational impact before port changes go live. The service is part of our expertise area Maritime simulators.
Challenges
When port changes are planned, unresolved operating conditions can delay design decisions and planning.
Unclear vessel manoeuvres delay layout decisions
If manoeuvring in approach channels, turning basins and berthing areas is not tested early, teams lack a clear basis for judging whether a proposed layout supports the planned operation.
Unresolved operating limits disrupt planning
If downtime, weather limits and practical operating conditions are not assessed in advance, input for planning availability, capacity and daily operation is limited.
Unclear tug and depth needs weaken readiness
If tug use, water depth constraints, dredging limits and navigational aids are not evaluated together, key operational dependencies remain unresolved.
Benefits
Get simulation data and observations that support design review, operational planning and shared project evaluation.
Support layout review before physical changes
Simulation provides a basis for comparing layouts, manoeuvring conditions and planned operating conditions before changes are implemented in the port. It enables stakeholders to review design choices based on shared observations of safety, accessibility and day-to-day operations.
Create a common basis for stakeholder review
Simulator work provides project stakeholders with a common setting for reviewing the same scenarios and discussing operational and design concerns related to shared data and observations.
