Vessel charges estimation by using geospatial approach for Kuantan Port, Pahang

Abstract

Rapid changes in global shipping transportation introduce numerous technologies, among them known as "Automated Identification System (AIS)". AIS is a transponder system that continuously transmits vessel information data between nearby vessels and shore stations via "Very High Frequency (VHF)"signals channels. In the recent past, a majority of the ports in the world use AIS to monitor and handle vessel activities within their jurisdiction. Nevertheless, there are integration issues with other information systems such as Geographic Information System (GIS) for marine and maritime environments. In regards to these issues, this study highlights the study of vessel charges estimation by using a geospatial approach for Port Kuantan, Pahang. The methodology involves tasks such as reviewing the current practice of vessel port charges estimation, undertaking geospatial analysis for vessel movement charges, estimating and validating charges for selected vessels. The result shows the information of vessel movement that is used to estimate specific vessel charges where finally this result is validated using Kuantan Port Consortium (KPC) charges system known as "Estimation Charges". To conclude, the vessel charges estimation enables the integration between AIS and GIS in solving the problem of maritime transportation at port industries.