LR Joins DCSA+ to Advance Digital Shipping Standards
Lloyd’s Register has officially joined DCSA+, marking a significant step to accelerate digitalisation in shipping. This strategic partnership places LR within a global alliance dedicated to advancing open digital standards across the container shipping ecosystem, aiming to enhance operational efficiency and visibility within the complex maritime supply chain.
Driving Digital Standards for Enhanced Efficiency
Through the DCSA+ program, Lloyd’s Register will actively contribute to a community of carriers, shippers, terminals, and technology providers. This platform fosters direct collaboration, enabling partners to develop practical, scalable digital solutions. A key focus is the Operational Vessel Schedules (OVS) standard, vital for improving visibility and coordination throughout the vessel schedule value chain, enhancing maritime logistics.
Strengthening Container Shipping Collaboration
Nick Gross, LR’s Global Container Ship Segment Director, highlighted the partnership’s value, stating it places LR at the forefront of digital transformation within the containership sector. The aim is to combine LR’s technical expertise with real-world insights for dependable standards. Mariana Bock-Losada, Chief Growth Officer at DCSA, welcomed LR, noting their “valuable technical and operational depth” reinforces the joint ambition for a more connected, efficient, and sustainable industry.
This alliance signifies a crucial leap for maritime digital transformation. Uniting diverse stakeholders, Lloyd’s Register and DCSA+ are poised to revolutionize data management and sharing, promising substantial improvements in global supply chain reliability and operational performance for the container sector.
