This successful implementation allows LBCT to streamline current operations and prepare for the implementation of N4 for the new advanced terminal under construction at Middle Harbor Terminal in Long Beach, California.
“Migrating from SPARCS Express to N4 at LBCT’s Pier F facility provides us with the critical technology foundation and implementation experience needed to ensure an efficient N4 go-live at the new Middle Harbor Terminal site in early 2015,” says Anthony Otto, President and CEO at LBCT. “The teamwork between LBCT and Navis during the go-live was impressive. TOS implementations are often a complex undertaking involving the integration of multiple systems into one overall solution. At Pier F, we were able to minimize any disruption to our existing operations and the team gained valuable experience in leveraging the new technology.”
LBCT and the Middle Harbor Terminal project will create one of the most advanced and energy efficient container terminals in the world. It is also expected to boost the local economy, creating nearly 14,000 jobs in the greater Los Angeles/Long Beach area as a result and bring a competitive advantage to the regional and national supply chain.
“Container terminals are essential logistics hubs for ocean, rail and truck freight transport. Efficient operations and tight integration between LBCT and the regions’ transportation and logistics chain is essential for long term economic growth,” says Bill Walsh, President and CEO of Navis. “We are pleased to be an important partner in this project and we’re looking forward to working together with LBCT to move Middle Harbor Terminal into full operations in 2015.”