Smart Berth Allocation Algorithm Market Report 2026

The smart berth allocation algorithm market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $1 billion in 2025 to $1.14 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14.5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in global maritime trade volumes, increasing congestion at major ports, early adoption of terminal digitalization solutions, rising demand for operational efficiency in ports, deployment of vessel traffic management systems.

The smart berth allocation algorithm market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.94 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to expansion of smart port initiatives, rising investments in port automation platforms, growing use of cloud-based optimization software, increased focus on predictive and prescriptive analytics, integration of ai-driven decision-support tools. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of ai-driven berth scheduling systems, rising integration with terminal operating systems, growing use of predictive vessel arrival analytics, expansion of real-time berth monitoring solutions, enhanced focus on congestion reduction algorithms.

The rise in global maritime trade is expected to support the growth of the smart berth allocation algorithm market in the coming years. Maritime trade refers to the movement of goods by sea between regions or countries, serving as a vital and cost-effective component of global commerce. Global maritime trade is increasing as international demand for goods grows, resulting in more shipments across oceans. Smart berth allocation algorithms assist maritime trade by optimizing vessel scheduling and berth assignments, thereby improving the efficiency of cargo handling and overall port operations. For example, in June 2023, a report from the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development, an intergovernmental organization based in Switzerland, projected that maritime trade would grow by 2.4% in 2023 and continue expanding at a rate of more than 2% annually from 2024 to 2028. Therefore, the growth in global maritime trade is contributing to the expansion of the smart berth allocation algorithm market.

Leading companies in the smart berth allocation algorithm market are focusing on technological innovations such as AI-driven berth scheduling to improve port operational efficiency, optimize berth utilization, and enhance overall logistics performance. AI-driven berth scheduling uses artificial intelligence to automatically assign vessels to port berths, reducing waiting times, maximizing berth usage, and improving port operations. For instance, in March 2025, Royal Vopak N.V., a Netherlands-based tank storage company, launched its 66 Yunlian AI-powered solution to modernize port operations and optimize asset management. Utilizing advanced AI, the platform enables automated berth scheduling, real-time monitoring of port activities, and predictive analytics for vessel arrivals and departures. This technology enhances operational efficiency, reduces vessel turnaround times, improves resource utilization, and supports data-driven decision-making, positioning ports to manage increasing maritime traffic effectively while maintaining high service and safety standards.

In March 2024, Peel Ports Group, a UK-based port operator offering cargo handling, logistics, and marine services, collaborated with Awake.AI to implement AI-driven berth planning and predictive solutions. This partnership aims to optimize berth utilization, improve operational coordination, reduce vessel turnaround times, and minimize emissions. Awake.AI is a Finland-based technology company specializing in AI-driven smart port and maritime logistics solutions.

Major companies operating in the smart berth allocation algorithm market are Asea Brown Boveri Ltd., Wärtsilä Voyage Limited, PSA International Pte Ltd., Kalmar Corporation, CyberLogitec Co. Ltd., Tideworks Technology Inc., Veson Nautical LLC, Sinay Ltd., Portchain ApS, VoyageX AI, INFORM GmbH, PortOptimize (Ideal Tech FZCO), NexLink Maritime, Optko, NextPort, MarineTraffic, Saab Technologies, Orbita Ports & Terminals, Awake AI, Innovez One Pte Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the smart berth allocation algorithm market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the smart berth allocation algorithm market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the smart berth allocation algorithm market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The smart berth allocation algorithm market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as cost optimization services, dynamic berth scheduling services, operational risk management services, port traffic management services, and resource allocation optimization services. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The smart berth allocation algorithm market also includes sales of digital scheduling dashboards, the portchain berth planning solution, kaleris berth window management, automated mooring, and big data analytics platforms. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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