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What technologies are used in ports?

Technologies such as electrification of equipment, cold-ironing, energy storage systems, smart grid, microgrid are reviewed. Renewable energy and clean fuel use in ports are presented. Methods regarding energy consumption and emission measuring/assessment are detailed for ports.

What equipment can be used in automated container ports?

Automated container ports can have the equipment such as automated QCs and RMGs. AGVs, ALVs and IAVs can be used for horizontal transport, and ASCs can be used for stacking operations in automated terminals.

How will the next generation ports use smart energy management systems?

The next generation ports will use automation, electrification and smart energy management systems. In this sense, roles of autonomous and/or electrified vehicles in smart grid should be further discussed for port operations. An intelligent energy planning system can be established by considering stochastic energy demand and supply. 5.4.

What is containerized energy storage?

ABB’s containerized energy storage solution is a complete, self-contained battery solution for a large-scale marine energy storage. The batteries and all control, interface, and auxiliary equipment are delivered in a single shipping container for simple installation on board any vessel. How does containerized energy storage work?

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