Automation of truck transit processes at the container terminal

After arrival at the terminal, truck drivers must carry out a self check-in at a so-called kiosk, where their entries for container delivery and collection are checked for validity against other systems. These are, for example, checks of order data or exemption references of the shipowner. The availability of a time slot is also ensured. After successful completion of check-in, the driver receives a printed driving instruction with access authorisation. At the entry and exit barriers on the terminal, scanning the authorization ('QR code') triggers the opening of a barrier. Boundary conditions are queried, e.g. whether the delivered empty container was checked for damage before entering or whether the truck was completely processed before leaving. The aim of this automated process is to speed up truck handling, relieve terminal staff and improve data quality (machine processing).