DIGITAL TWINS AND PREDICTIVE MAINTENANCE : A MAJOR ADVANCEMENT FOR TANGER MED

As part of its efforts to stay at the forefront of innovation, Tanger Med’s Digitalization Team has launched a proof-of-concept (PoC) project in collaboration with TMPA’s Maintenance Team, TME’s Asset Management Department, and PHD Soft, a developer of digital twins solutions for the maritime sector. The goal of this project is to create a digital representation of the TM2 Link Bridge, also known as the Houar Bridge at Tanger Med, to facilitate predictive and automated maintenance.

The project saw the active involvement of all parties concerned, who focused their efforts on several key aspects:

• Maintenance Inspection Digitalization and Automation: The solution’s ability to transform manual maintenance processes into more efficient digital procedures was analyzed.
• This includes real-time data collection and analysis for optimized asset management.
• Failure Mode Prediction: The use of advanced algorithms to anticipate potential asset failures was a key focus of the valuation.
• This feature will optimize maintenance operations and improve equipment longevity.
• Automated Information Flows: The solution aims to automate data collection and processing, facilitating decision-making and the continuous improvement of maintenance processes.
• Alignment with the TME Asset Management Department Roadmap: The project was also assessed for its fit with Tanger Med’s strategic asset management objectives, ensuring seamless integration with existing and future initiatives.

This project is based on cutting-edge technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and the Internet of Things (IoT). Thanks to these innovations, Tanger Med continues to strengthen its position as a leader in port infrastructure management and continuous improvement of operations.

By implementing this digital twins solution, Tanger Med is positioning itself as a key player in the digital transformation of the maritime sector, paving the way for more reliable predictive maintenance and optimized asset management. This initiative promises not only to improve operational efficiency, but also to extend the lifespan of critical infrastructures.