Case study

Bordeaux.

BIP+. (Bordeaux Informatique Portuaire), UMPB

Goal achieved thanks to MGI

Since 2008, the Port of Bordeaux has embarked on an ambitious modernization of its logistics chain. By deploying the Port Community System AP+, the port has structured its processes, united all stakeholders of the area, and gained efficiency.

This large-scale project, driven by the creation of BIP+ (Bordeaux Informatique Portuaire), has unified practices, digitized exchanges, and met the growing demands for traceability, productivity, and regulatory compliance.

Unify and modernize port exchanges with AP+

Client needs

Become a reference port with a Single Port Window by combining its Port Community System Poseidon and the Port Community System AP+
Use an evolutive and tailor-made system
Find a development partner contributing to the port’s competitiveness

Solution

The Port Community System (PCS) AP+ in January 2008

Port of Bordeaux

6 port sectors with 2 container terminals: Bordeaux, Bassens, Ambès, Blaye, Pauillac, and Le Verdon spread over the estuary (100 km)
Types of traffic: container, conventional, and bulk
Users of the Port Community System (PCS): shipping agents, freight forwarders, stevedores, road carriers, port authority, customs, gendarmerie

Gradual digitalization and support at the heart of Bordeaux’s success

Challenges

Unite all project stakeholders
Create an entity responsible for commercializing and managing AP+ in Bordeaux: BIP+
Support stakeholders through change, training, and skill transfer to BIP+ employees
Integration of ship port dues and cargo port dues modules, bulk management module

Benefits

Time savings: port transit time reduced from 4/5 days to 2/3 days
Real-time information exchange for all terminals
Accuracy and fluidity of exchanges
Productivity gains: dematerialization of declarative formalities, simplification of customs procedures, acquisition of new work and organizational methods
Reactivity: integration of new regulations