The Clean Ports 5.0 project arrives to boost the energy decarbonization of the port sector
- Using Artificial Intelligence as its main tool, the initiative, driven by the energy and logistics sectors, seeks to improve the logistics and efficiency of key port areas in Spain.
- This research initiative is led by IGNIS, with advice from Leyton and funding from the Centre for Technological Development and Innovation (CDTI).
- Eiffage Infraestructuras, FM Logistic, Trans-Base Soler, Passion Motorbike Factory, Astilleros Astander; and Aquiles Solutions are also part of the Consortium
The renewable energy sector has launched Clean Ports 5.0
This project, which aims to improve logistics processes and sustainability in strategic port service areas in Spain, is subsidized by the Centre for Technological Development and Innovation (CDTI) and with IGNIS, As the coordinator of this integrated renewable energy group, this initiative will be developed in key areas such as the Port of Barcelona, the Port of Cartagena, or the Port of Valencia, carrying out its activity until 2024. 
To guarantee the success of this ambitious project, IGNIS is leading a consortium made up of leading companies in the logistics, Artificial Intelligence and Mobility sectors: the national benchmark in the public works sector, Eiffage Infrastructures; the global logistics operator, FM Logistic; a national leader in empty container logistics and a driver of innovation in the port sector, Trans-Base Soler; the urban mobility startup, Passion MotorBike Factory; the top specialist in ship repair and conversion, Shipyards Astander; and the AI technology provider, Achilles Solutions and the collaborations of two renowned technology centers Cartif and Tecnalia. On the other hand, it should be noted that the administrative tasks, technical writing and financial calculations have been coordinated by the team of Leyton Iberia, a leading global consulting firm present in 13 countries and with more than 25 years of experience.
This research project will work to ensure the sustainability of port processes and their efficient mobility, the development of energy solutions for these territories, the AI optimization of maritime containers and bulk cargo, as well as to develop new digitized and automated logistics systems for all processes developed in port service areas.
As project leader, IGNIS will investigate new processes to minimize energy consumption and contribute to the port's energy decarbonization through the hybridization of various renewable energy sources, the production of green hydrogen, and the use of different storage technologies. In this regard, Luis Manzano, Product Development Manager at IGNIS, He explains: “At IGNIS, we are firmly committed to building and advancing towards a more efficient and sustainable energy system that generates a positive environmental and economic impact. Therefore, we believe it is essential to promote projects like Clean Ports 5.0, where innovation and collaboration among leading companies in their sectors play a key role in agile and effective decarbonization. This combination will allow us to develop integrated solutions for industries, contributing to improved energy efficiency and competitiveness..
