A new digital pass and access system was launched at the Port of Riga on November 1. Now visitors and freight transport will be able to enter the port only with prior electronic registration, with the submission and verification of documents in digital format. This replaces the previous paper process, making operations more efficient and convenient.
According to Ansis Zeltiņš, Head of the Port of Riga, the introduction of digital solutions is an important step towards the full automation of port processes. The new system simplifies interaction between terminals, freight carriers and the port administration, reducing cargo handling time and eliminating paperwork. Integration with the EMDAS customs system and verification of vehicle registration plates through the CSDD database also increase the efficiency of control. In the future, the port is preparing to introduce an electronic consignment note (eCMR), which will be another stage of digitalization.
The projects include equipping checkpoints with biometric and machine vision systems, as well as developing a multimodal logistics platform for the integration of port users and freight companies. These initiatives aim to increase the speed of freight transport, improve urban logistics and minimize the impact of transport on the environment.