New container management solution coming to Patrick Terminals

Patrick Terminals and OneStop have announced the launch of

OneStop Vehicle Booking System.

OptiBook is poised to deliver a multitude of benefits to Patrick Terminals’

clients, including enhanced visibility into container status, quicker access to

available containers, and an improved slot booking process.

This innovative system will facilitate more efficient truck bookings for

cleared and discharged containers and ensure a transparent process for

confirming these bookings, according to both companies.

OptiBook will make its debut at Patrick’s Melbourne terminal on 3 December

2023.

The OptiBook solution harnesses geofencing technology to provide real-time

insights into container availability. It also integrates with the OneStop

Deliver App, a platform that offers carriers real-time communication

capabilities, streamlined job allocation, and the elimination of manual

procedures.

Sam Askin, CEO of OneStop, said: “We are thrilled to unveil the OptiBook

platform at Patrick Terminals in Melbourne. OptiBook is an exciting solution

intended to modernise and simplify container transportation management. OneStop

eagerly anticipates collaborating with the industry to roll out the OptiBook

solution.”

Michael Jovicic, CEO of Patrick Terminals, added: “OneStop has created a

container booking system that promises to optimise landside container

management, and we are delighted to join forces with them to introduce this

innovation to the market.

“OptiBook will provide improved container visibility, real-time booking

options based on container availability, ultimately reducing dwell time and

enhancing the flow of trucks through our terminals. This is a win-win for

transport operators, truck drivers, and our terminal team. We eagerly anticipate

the December launch.”

According to OneStop and Patrick Terminals, transport operators can expect

to receive comprehensive documentation and support to ease their transition to

the new booking system.

Carriers will also receive detailed instructions for downloading and

utilising the OneStop Deliver App, ensuring a smooth and efficient adoption of

this game-changing technology.

In September, OneStop announced its partnership with PortConnect, aimed at

unlocking the potential within the supply chain of Australia and New Zealand

through the innovative use of data and cutting-edge technologies.