Port of Brisbane and DHI have been awarded the Innovative Support Services award for NCOS Online at the Dredging and Port Construction (DPC) Innovation Awards 2017, held in London last night, the company said in its press release.
The highly coveted award comes just two weeks after the Port of Brisbane was named the 2017 Australian Port of the Year.
The DPC Innovation Awards recognise the most innovative and forward-thinking projects in the dredging and port construction sectors.
Developed by Port of Brisbane and DHI, NCOS Online – Nonlinear Channel Optimisation Simulator system – is world-leading software that provides a seven-day detailed forecast of a vessel’s under keel clearances (UKC) and environmental conditions with a web interface, allowing for dynamic vessel scheduling.
By incorporating forecast and real time environmental data, vessel specifications and transit information, NCOS Online allows vessels of all classes to maximise its cargo and sailing windows while maintaining optimal safety.
The software’s easy-to-use interface is tailored to accommodate the specific requirements of the multiple user groups including the Harbour Master, VTS, pilots and port operations.
It enables more accurate vessel traffic (including UKC) models capable of increasing utilisation of the shipping channel, and is compatible with any vessel design and size.
NCOS Online was used in October to welcome the 9500TEU vessel, the Susan Maersk – the largest container vessel to call at the Port.
The live system has been operational at the Port of Brisbane since 1st August 2017.