Kalmar introduces Kalmar Key - the industry's first automation platform with open interfaces
(Thomson Reuters ONE) -
CARGOTEC CORPORATION, PRESS RELEASE, 13 SEPTEMBER 2017 AT 11.15 (EEST)
Kalmar, part of Cargotec, introduces Kalmar Key, an initiative driving the
terminal industry's first automation platform with open interfaces. Kalmar Key
provides a common system architecture for building an end-to end, customised
automation platform using Kalmar Terminal Logistics System (TLS) as a basis. The
aim of the initiative is to facilitate a joint ecosystem for continuous business
development within the industry.
"We want to speed up the industry transformation of container shipping by
offering our customers an automation platform they can utilise in their
development. One of the most important factors holding back our industry today
is the lack of global commercial standards for terminal automation. Until now,
most terminal automation systems have been based on extensive integration of
various subsystems and solutions, and each deployment has been more or less
unique. Now we have a common open platform to build on, allowing us to adopt a
systemic approach in designing terminal automation," says Antti Kaunonen,
President, Kalmar.
By opening the application interfaces to the Kalmar TLS, Kalmar Key initiative
enables terminal operators to customise their automation deployments and use
third-party developers to provide offerings that are interoperable with the
automation platform. As a result, customers are able to integrate any new system
and brand of equipment in an agile way into their automation system.
Additionally the solution provides a holistic view of the operations by
aggregating data from multiple sources into a single interface. Utilising one
platform enables customers to make faster, more informed decisions that will
have a positive impact on their operations.
"Now our customers can start building complete automation solutions that are
exactly right for their business. Today, separate systems are needed for
managing different brands of equipment. As our solution can be used with all
brands, Kalmar Key enables customers to develop their automation system in an
agile way. With open interfaces, the automation system can be customised and
augmented with the required functionalities and a broader range of capabilities
will be available for continuous development. We believe that this will pave the
way for robust and diverse business ecosystems around terminal automation that
will provide new opportunities for terminal operators, independent developers
and automation system providers," says Tero Kokko, Senior Vice President,
Automation and Projects, Kalmar.
Read more from the whitepaper: Open interfaces in a terminal automation platform
(pdf)
Further information for the press:
Tero Kokko, Senior Vice President, Automation and Projects, Kalmar, tel.
+358 20 777 5135 tero.kokko(at)kalmarglobal.com
Maija Eklöf, Vice President, Marketing and Communications, Kalmar, tel.
+358 20 777 4096, maija.eklof(at)kalmarglobal.com
Kalmar offers the widest range of cargo handling solutions and services to
ports, terminals, distribution centres and to heavy industry. Kalmar is the
industry forerunner in terminal automation and in energy efficient container
handling, with one in four container movements around the globe being handled by
a Kalmar solution. Through its extensive product portfolio, global service
network and ability to enable a seamless integration of different terminal
processes, Kalmar improves the efficiency of every move. www.kalmarglobal.com
Kalmar is part of Cargotec. Cargotec's (Nasdaq Helsinki: CGCBV) sales in 2016
totalled approximately EUR 3.5 billion and it employs over 11,000 people.
www.cargotec.com
Image: Kalmar Key - open automation platform offering :
http://hugin.info/135578/R/2133615/816266.jpg
This announcement is distributed by Nasdaq Corporate Solutions on behalf of Nasdaq Corporate Solutions clients.
The issuer of this announcement warrants that they are solely responsible for the content, accuracy and originality of the information contained therein.
Source: Cargotec Corporation via GlobeNewswire
Unternehmensinformation / Kurzprofil:
Datum: 13.09.2017 - 10:15 Uhr
Sprache: Deutsch
News-ID 559722
Anzahl Zeichen: 4616
contact information:
Town:
Helsinki
Kategorie:
Business News
Diese Pressemitteilung wurde bisher 246 mal aufgerufen.
Die Pressemitteilung mit dem Titel:
"Kalmar introduces Kalmar Key - the industry's first automation platform with open interfaces"
steht unter der journalistisch-redaktionellen Verantwortung von
Cargotec Corporation (Nachricht senden)
Beachten Sie bitte die weiteren Informationen zum Haftungsauschluß (gemäß TMG - TeleMedianGesetz) und dem Datenschutz (gemäß der DSGVO).
