IoT-Enabled Intermodal Port Management for Sustainable Maritime Logistics

Authors

  • Tri Martin Arionan Matondang Unggul Del Senior High School

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55123/ijisit.v2i1.96

Keywords:

Internet of Things (IoT), Intermodal Transportation, Smart Port, Digital Transformation, Maritime Logistics

Abstract

This research examines the effectiveness of IoT-enabled intermodal transportation management in improving port performance, operational efficiency, and sustainability within maritime logistics systems. The study integrates quantitative scoring analysis and qualitative thematic interpretation to evaluate key indicators, including IoT adoption, Big Data analytics utilization, digital twin implementation, governance integration, cybersecurity readiness, and sustainability performance. The results show high overall effectiveness, with average indicator scores above 4.0 on a 5-point scale, demonstrating significant improvements in cargo tracking accuracy, dwell time reduction, multimodal coordination, and environmental efficiency. Thematic findings indicate that operational efficiency and sustainability are the most dominant outcomes of digital transformation initiatives. The discussion connects these findings to existing research gaps, particularly the limited integration of digital governance, cybersecurity preparedness, and maritime education alignment within smart port development. This study contributes a comprehensive analytical framework linking technological adoption, institutional readiness, and human capital development. The findings provide practical implications for port authorities, policymakers, and maritime education institutions seeking to strengthen digital transformation strategies. Overall, IoT-driven intermodal systems represent a strategic pathway toward resilient, efficient, and sustainable maritime logistics ecosystems.

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Published

2025-06-30

How to Cite

Tri Martin Arionan Matondang. (2025). IoT-Enabled Intermodal Port Management for Sustainable Maritime Logistics. IJISIT: International Journal of Computer Science and Information Technology, 2(1), 19–25. https://doi.org/10.55123/ijisit.v2i1.96

Issue

Vol. 2 No. 1 (2025): June 2025

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