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Introduction

In this section you can find all the deliverables produced by the DIGITPORTS project.

Work Package 1

Strategic Co-Design of digital twin applications in Adriatic Ports.

Activity 1.1

The report provides a detailed analysis of the digitalization levels of Adriatic ports (as-is situation), benchmarking them against leading international practices, and propose actionable recommendations to address identified gaps. The report leverages a comprehensive methodology, combining primary data collection through surveys (questionnaires) and interviews, secondary research from academic and industry sources, and an evaluation of pilot actions outlined in the DIGITPORTS project. Key findings highlight the current state of digital adoption, operational inefficiencies, and alignment with sustainability goals. The recommendations focus on implementing advanced technologies, enhancing regional cooperation, and addressing policy and funding challenges. 

Activity 1.2

This document provides a technical report that resumes the main findings and best practices presented during the joint training sessions on Digital Twins delivered in January and February 2025 to the Adriatic ports' communities. 

Activity 1.3

The objective of this document is to establish a unified strategic framework for implementing Digital Twin (DT) technology across Adriatic ports, enhancing their digitalization, operational efficiency, and sustainability. By integrating insights into benchmarking analyses, training, and pilot projects, the document provides actionable recommendations to address operational inefficiencies, foster cross-border collaboration, and enable data-driven decision-making. It serves as a blueprint to guide port authorities in adopting scalable, interoperable, and sustainable digital solutions, aligning with global best practices and regional development goals. 

Output 1.1

Based on the benchmark analysis made in the project start-up phase and the outcomes of the lessons learned in the knowledge transfer and training sessions, DIGITPORTS partners have jointly defined a cross-border strategy that sets-up objectives and priorities aimed at the improvement of digitalization in Adriatic ports through innovative Digital Twin (DT) applications. It covers mid to long term perspectives to assure a common quality and scalability of the DT. 

Output 1.2

The project’s overarching goal is to lead the digital transformation of Adriatic ports through the development and application of digital twin technologies, thus , first and foremost, to review the processes, optimizing the public assets valorization and efficacy of port operations. Knowledge transfer is a crucial aspect of the implementation of these technologies, and the joint training sessions on Digital Twins, delivered in January and February 2025 and featuring high-profile speakers, have been designed and organized to facilitate this process, targeting a broad audience that extends beyond the Adriatic ports' communities.