Transforming Port Operations with Advanced Predictive Analytics

We are partnering with Port of Milford Haven to develop a predictive software tool to assist in anticipating and adapting to changing demands on the Waterway

A predictive software tool that analyses forecasts of port facility usage and resources is being developed to assist the Port of Milford Haven in anticipating and adapting to changing demands on the Waterway.

The work, funded by UKRI Industry Impact Fund, is being undertaken in partnership with the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) Hartree Centre and will undertake data analysis, programming and machine learning capability to support capacity planning via the development of a modelling tool and user-friendly interface. This work will help decision-making and be used for strategic planning of port resources.

“This work is an integral part of our strategic future planning activities. We are delighted to be supported by UKRI Industry Impact Fund to work with STFC’s experts in computational simulation and machine learning. With this software tool, we will be able to collate and analyse shipping forecast, environmental and performance data to help inform our commercial and operational decisions.”

Tam Bardell, Head of Energy and Decarbonisation at the Port of Milford Haven

“We’re excited to work with the Port of Milford Haven on this project to demonstrate the value that digital technologies like supercomputing and data science can have on transport and logistics. This is a prime example of how cutting-edge technology can drive impactful change in critical sectors.”

Louis Rowland, Business Development Executive at the STFC Hartree Centre