We are independent experts in
high-level technical projects in
the ports, transport and marine
industries.

We specialize in manual, semi-automated or fully automated
container terminal operations, management and development.

Our Mission:

The mission of Solid Port Solutions is to be the preferred consultant for clients in the ports and terminal industy for designing, integrating and implementing creative, future proof and sustainable solutions that will enhance operations and create added value for the customer.

Our Specialisms

We're dedicated to providing the best consultancy in Ports, Maritime and Transport
We provide tailor-made solutions in supplychain logisitcs, especially ports with a specific emphasis on modern container terminals worldwide.
We are proud to always deliver on time and within budget - without fail.

General Port Consultancy

The operational knowledge of our core consultancy team forms the basis of the port projects. We assist the client in improving the operational processes, implementing new technologies or make designs based on state of the art automation.

Project Development
Risk Management
Due Diligence
Project Management
Project Control
Quality Assurance
Procurement Assistance
Definition of Terminal Facilities and Equipment Requirements
Master Plan Studies & Port Planning
Software Testing
Strategy Development
Maintenance Management Advice
Assistance in Contract Negotiations
Business Process Modelling
Developtment of Terminal Layout Plans, Inclusing Recommendation for Operational Concepts
Master Planning of Projects

Simulation research

Simulation is an excellent tool to validate the design and processes at a terminal. Our Simulation team can assist with setting up the simulation model and input assumptions. Together with our simulation partner Talumis we are even able to execute a full simulation study.

Operations Research
(Terminal) Visualization
Simulation Studies Review
Simulation Requirement Specification
Simulation Provider Selection

Port Systems

The Port Systems team knows about the latest technologies and assists the client to find the best solution to enhance the performance and reduce cost. We can do it all, from selecting suppliers to implementing the required systems and IT.

Gate Automation
Vehicle Positioning Systems
Man-Machine Interface
Zero Error Implementation
Port Special Systems
OCR Technologies
Airport Security
Maintenance Management Systems
Wireless Data Communication
Technical System Intergration
Security Screening Filters
Redundant Data Infrastructure
Truck Driver Self-Service Stations
Testing and Commissioning
Security Management Information Systems

Security

Ports and Terminals have specific security requirements. We know how to design your terminal according to international security standards and to implement the technical security systems. Security assessments and updating the terminal security plan is also a scope of work for our team of specialists.

(Port Facility) Security Plan
Crisis Management
C-TPaT
Profiling
Red Teaming
Security Awareness Training
AEO Certification
Cyber Security
Automation & Cyber Security
Security Management System
Crisis Communication
ISPS-Code Advice
Mysterey Guests Visist
General Data Protection Regulation / Privacy
Security Exercises and Drills
Business Process Management
(Port Facility) Security Assessments

Port Equipment

Good equipment is key for an excellent performance. The Equipment team will give advice on selecting the best type of port equipment and the required productivity in order to have a well balanced process. We support the procurement and the installation of the equipment at your terminal.

Technical Specifications Review
Evaluation of Tender Documents
Cargo & Container Handling Equipment Specifications
Tendering Process Advice
Procurement Assistance

Training

Terminal processes can only be optimized with a well trained labour force. At SPS we can arrange on the job training to better use the operating systems, give e-learning basic training on container terminal operations and give support after go-live of new systems.

Port Training
E-Learning
Port Overview Education

Our Projects

Client	Start year and timing	Project
Kloosterboer (KBV), The Netherlands	2019 ongoing	Total design, tendering, go-live of state of the art container in Vlissingen: TOS implementation: automation of TEU handling.
Port of Rotterdam, The Netherlands	2015 ongoing	Development of a Container Exchange Route between container terminals on the Maasvlakte
Terberg Benschop BV, The Netherlands	2016 ongoing	Consultancy on how Container handling equipment is used on a Container Terminal.
United Nations	2020-2021	Technical assessment of Port of Aden and Mukalla in war-torn Yemen.
Emkay shipping line, Pakistan	2019	Consultancy on accuracy improvement of containers entering and leaving the Emkay Shipping line facilities.
Saudi Information Technology Co., Saudi Arabia	2019	Digital Transformation Strategy and Roadmap for the King Fahad Causeway Authority.
United Nations	2019	Technical assessment of Hodeidah port in Yemen, for humanitairian aid.
Chittagong, Bangladesh	2018	Feasility study for a Floating Terminal for Port of Chittagong.
Kloosterboer, The Netherlands	2018	Research on Container Handling Capacity of Moerdijk Terminal.
RSC Rotterdam, The Netherlands	2017-2018	Project Management for gate processes optimization of the Rail Service Center in the port of Rotterdam.