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Tuesday, May 24, 2011 Descartes releases Port Flow Control Descartes Systems Group announced the release of Port Flow Control – a secure electronic data-sharing solution that the technology provider says is meant to “improve the productivity, performance and security of ocean ports.” The Descartes system will reportedly include data on freight movement in and out of ports via ocean carriers, forwarders, customs brokers and trucking lines and connected into the tech firm’s Global Logistics Network. "Ports are in a constant battle to retain and attract new customers. To remain competitive, port communities must extend their reach and services to the broader logistics community," said Steve Banker, service director, supply chain management at ARC Advisory Group. "Port communities need to provide multi-party logistics services that create efficiencies across ocean supply chains by addressing the needs of the port community and its international logistics services providers, importer, and exporter customers," he said. Descartes says the shipping data in Port Flow Control includes advance notification systems for cargo pick-up and delivery; real-time scheduling of assets for cargo movement; and for secure trade lanes within the port. More Newswire stories Green container floors: Maersk to shift to bamboo Cargill to use new electronic dry-bulk trading platform State security clearance no longer required for port workers in Florida CMA CGM christens 11,400-TEU ship in Dunkirk HP touts Touchpad to outpace iPad as top tablet	Click to browse past stories on these topics: Logistics Ports & Infrastructure Economic Outlook Environmental Impact Technology
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Descartes releases Port Flow Control