Cargill adopts AI and analytics for digital transformation

Cargill is accelerating the digital transformation in its maritime operations by using artificial intelligence (AI) and data analytics. The commodities trader, which operates ships to transport products to global markets, is extending its use of software, programs and analytics to gain greater operational insights to improve efficiency and sustainability.

To reach these targets, Cargill has expanded its long-standing partnership with Veson Nautical. Cargill currently uses Veson’s IMOS platform and will add AI-enabled collaborative workflow solution Shipfix as part of its broad technology ecosystem.

“This partnership allows us to integrate our systems more seamlessly, providing customers a unified platform that enhances visibility, efficiency and control over their freight procurement processes,” said Cargill strategy and digitalisation lead in its ocean transport business, Eric Aboussouan.

He added Veson and Cargill “share a desire for digital transformation and open collaboration between teams” to “set the standard for digital transformation in the shipping industry”.

As part of the strategic partnership, Veson is collaborating with Cargill to develop a customer-focused solution that integrates proprietary data, supplier information and customer insights. It said this will enhance Cargill and the shipping industry’s ability to make faster, data-driven decisions while enabling compliance with new industry regulations, including IMO and European Union initiatives.