Smart Port Concept: A Case Study of Port-Integrated Autonomous Networks

The article explores the concept of a Port-Integrated Autonomous Network (PIAN) as a systemic model of the digital transformation of seaports in the context of innovative technologies. The PIAN combines autonomous port operations, distributed artificial intelligence, global blockchain document management, predictive analytics tools, and sustainable ecosystems. The article presents several mathematical models - phase implementation (PRM), stakeholder collaboration (SCM), and continuous innovation (CIM) - that allow for the optimization of efficiency, reduction of risks, and consideration of communication costs. The author identifies key technological components of smart ports, including autonomous equipment, digital platforms, sensor infrastructure, predictive maintenance, and intelligent traffic management systems. Special attention is paid to the legal aspects of implementation, particularly challenges in cybersecurity and regulatory compliance (GDPR, etc.). Based on the analytical model, a roadmap for the gradual introduction of technologies in ports with different readiness levels is proposed, allowing PIAN to be adapted to the specifics of local conditions. The article forms a theoretical and methodological basis for port administrations and logistics operators seeking to improve port infrastructure’s efficiency, flexibility, and sustainability in the maritime industry’s digital transformation context.