Navis Online Community Launches at TOC Europe
OAKLAND, Calif., Jun 12, 2012 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Navis, a part of Cargotec Corporation and the global technology standard for managing the movement of cargo through terminals, today announced that it has launched the Navis Online Community (NOC) during the TOC Container Supply Chain exhibition in Antwerp, June 12-14. The NOC will provide an online platform to host conversation and collaboration amongst Navis employees, partners, customers and the terminal community at large.
For more than 20 years, Navis has been dedicated to building technology that empowers terminals all over the world to effectively maximize operational performance and reduce risk, said Andy Barrons, chief marketing officer and vice president of Navis. The core of Navis' success is the engagement between our employees, partners and customers to solve critical business challenges with technology. We hope that the Navis Online Community will further empower this group to share ideas and collaborate on solutions to industry challenges.
TOC Europe attendees interested in joining the NOC should visit Navis at booth #C12. All attendees that sign up for the community during the show will be entered into a drawing for the chance to win an iPod Nano.
Navis' presence at TOC will also include:
- On Tuesday, June 12 at 12:10pm, Navis' Guenter Schmidmeir, vice president of sales for EMEA will participate in a panel discussion on application software. This panel will explore the state of the industry around application software, including terminal operating systems, emulation and simulations, data collection and information management and business intelligence.
- Navis SPARCS N4 is live at more than 50 sites worldwide, demonstrating continued customer desire to optimize operational processes, reduce costs and manage future growth.
- The latest release of Navis SPARCS N4, 2.3, offers enhanced features and functionality, enabling terminals to move towards automation while improving productivity and efficiency.
We've had a strong year, and we're proud of the widespread adoption of Navis SPARCS N4 at more than 50 sites around the world, said Bill Walsh, president and CEO of Navis. Navis will continue to be a platform for building process and equipment automation into terminal operations. The NOC is our first step in opening an active dialogue to address challenges and collect feedback, to improve our technology and better meet industry demand.
Navis will be at TOC booth #C12 showcasing the Navis Online Community, available to all customers, partners and marine terminal industry members at http://community.navis.com.
About Navis, LLC
Navis, a part of Cargotec Corporation, is the global technology standard for managing the movement of cargo through terminals, standing the test of time. Navis combines industry best practices with innovative technology and world-class services to enable our customers to maximize performance and reduce risk. Whether tracking cargo through a port, automating equipment operations, or managing multiple terminals through an integrated, centralized solution, Navis provides a holistic approach to operational optimization, providing customers with improved visibility, velocity and measurable business results. www.navis.com
About Cargotec Corporation
Cargotec improves the efficiency of cargo flows on land and at sea -- wherever cargo is on the move. Cargotec's daughter brands, Hiab, Kalmar and MacGregor are recognized leaders in cargo and load handling solutions around the world. Cargotec's global network is positioned close to customers and offers extensive services that ensure the continuous, reliable and sustainable performance of equipment. Cargotec's sales totaled EUR 3.1 billion in 2011 and it employs approximately 10,500 people. Cargotec's class B shares are quoted on NASDAQ OMX Helsinki under symbol CGCBV. www.cargotec.com