Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG (HHLA)’s Container Terminal Altenwerder (CTA) received funding to establish a 5G network on its site as part of the “DigiTest” initiative from the German Federal Ministry for Digital and Transport (BMDV).
As stated, the aim of this pilot project is to set up a digital testing ground on the terminal where new application scenarios can be trialed. The use of this new communication technology is intended to further boost the efficiency of logistics processes.
As part of the PROCON-5G (Port Remote Operations and Container Network with 5G) pilot project, a private 5G mobile network will be set up in the form of a digital testing ground on the CTA site. The network is characterised by its high operational performance and reliability, thus providing a reliable, flexible communications infrastructure for port logistics.
In addition, the project has a funding volume of approximately € 2.3 million and will run until mid-2026. The network will be set up gradually over the coming months. After the set-up stage is complete, the network will be used to test various application scenarios.
Among other things, the aim is to test how the 5G network can support the company in the further automation of its equipment and with mobile maintenance.
By setting up a 5G site network at Container Terminal Altenwerder, we are laying the foundation for making our digitalised processes even more efficient and reliable. The 5G network is also a major prerequisite for the further automation and digitalisation of our processes.
…said Michael Albers, Project Manager, HHLA.
