State-owned rail, port and pipeline company Transnet has partnered with global digital industrial company GE Transportation to create a digital solution, powered by GE’s Predix operating system, to connect shippers and transport operators, enabling the efficient movement of goods.
The solution will seamlessly connect shippers and transport operators by providing real-time, data-driven insights on the status of shipments.
It takes laborious processes, like payment, customs and inspection, from paper to digital, and creates an on-demand solution for transporting freight inspired by consumer on-demand transportation models.
“Optimising the speed and effectiveness of our supply chain is critical to improving our economy’s health and competitiveness,” says Transnet Group CEO Siyabonga Gama.
The platform will enable Transnet and its partners to bring products to market faster and at a lower cost across the African landscape, ultimately increasing the opportunity for cross-border trade.
It will also digitise transportation and logistics across rail, trucks and ships, encouraging seamless integration throughout the entire supply chain.
“We’re committed to leveraging our digital expertise to drive forward industries and local markets worldwide,” notes GE Transportation CEO Jamie Miller.