Marine & Ports

The emergence of a truly global 24/7 economy has led to a remarkable growth in container shipments, ship fleet expansion and the expansion of ports worldwide. At the same time there has been a constant drive to increase operational efficiency through automation and reduced manning on vessels and on the dock.

In this environment, watch standing schedules, flexible work hours in ports and uncertain arrival schedules create special challenges for maintaining the performance, safety and morale of the workforce.

Challenges

• Balancing Labor Against Variable Workload - The unpredictable arrival time of vessels, the redirection of traffic depending on market prices and the complications of weather make workforce planning and optimisation critical in port operations.
• Fatigue Risk Management – Fatigue at sea is as old as the maritime industry, and is a leading cause of collisions, injuries and claims. Maritime organisations have raised the level of attention to fatigue risk, but shipping companies and port managers need practical effective tools to address these inherent problems of 24/7 operations.

How CIRCADIAN AUSTRALIA can help you:

For over 27 years CIRCADIAN has helped the maritime industry meet the challenges of 24/7 operations. We provide:

• Shift Schedule Optimisation - Flexible workforce management programs and software provide cost effective solutions to port operations.
• Education and Training – Crew education materials, train-the trainer programs, provide marine crew fatigue education.
• Fatigue Risk Management Systems – Comprehensive systems that protect safety, reputation & liability.