# Data Sharing Platforms for Ports

*Last updated: 2026-06-23*

> A data sharing platform for ports is a digital infrastructure through which port authorities, terminal operators, shipping lines, freight forwarders, and customs agencies exchange logistics and operational data in standardized formats.

A data sharing platform for ports is a digital infrastructure through which port authorities, terminal operators, shipping lines, freight forwarders, and customs agencies exchange logistics and operational data in standardized formats. Typical data points include vessel arrival forecasts, container clearance status, customs documents, and inventory levels, made available in real or near-real time via APIs or shared data spaces. The practical outcome is shorter vessel turnaround times, more efficient load planning, and significantly fewer paper-based processes. These platforms are commonly implemented as Port Community Systems (PCS) or Single Window environments—well-known examples include Portbase in the Netherlands and Dakosy in Hamburg. Not to be confused with internal terminal management systems, which cover only on-site operations.

**Source:** [https://transport.ec.europa.eu/transport-themes/ports-and-maritime-affairs/digitalisation-ports_en](https://transport.ec.europa.eu/transport-themes/ports-and-maritime-affairs/digitalisation-ports_en)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Data Sharing Platforms for Ports |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 114 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-23 |
| Source | https://transport.ec.europa.eu/transport-themes/ports-and-maritime-affairs/digitalisation-ports_en |

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