Crane OCR System on STS Cranes at APM Terminals Salalah

CERTUS Automation has successfully implemented its advanced STS Crane OCR system at APM Terminals Salalah. The project involved installing cutting‑edge OCR technology on 17 existing and 10 newly commissioned Ship‑to‑Shore cranes, enabling real‑time container recognition and data capture.

As a result, APM Terminals Salalah is now achieving higher container identification accuracy, while also reducing operational delays and streamlining port processes to boost overall efficiency.

New Ship-to-Shore cranes being delivered to APM Terminals Salalah for port expansion

Close-up of Ship-to-Shore crane equipped with CERTUS OCR cameras at APM Terminals Salalah

The terminal is strategically located on the Arabian Sea, linking major shipping lanes along the East‑West trade route. Moreover, the deployment of the Crane OCR system demonstrates the terminal’s commitment to investing in modern technology and improving its services. As a result, it further strengthens the terminal’s position as a leading container‑handling hub in the Middle East.

How Crane OCR Improves Port Efficiency

The deployment of the CERTUS Crane OCR system will bring significant benefits to the Port of Salalah Container Terminal. With its advanced OCR technology, built on years of machine‑learning training and the latest AI tools, the terminal will achieve higher crane‑operation productivity, while also improving accuracy in cargo handling and enhancing safety for terminal staff.

APM Terminals Salalah has embraced this technology to strengthen its operational capabilities and deliver superior service to shipping lines. In addition to Crane OCR, the terminal also benefits from a CERTUS AutoGate, which automates gate operations for faster truck processing and improved security. Together, these innovations align with the terminal’s vision for efficiency and digital transformation in global trade.

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