Welcome to your update on the latest developments at DCSA
Digital Container Shipping Association (DCSA)
DCSA is a neutral, non-profit group founded by major ocean carriers to digitise and standardise container shipping.
Here are the key highlights:
Momentum builds as DCSA standards see record adoption in 2024
Implementation has ramped up in 2024, with standard adoption expected to hit 60 implemented standards by year-end, nearly triple 2023's total. This growth reflects our members' commitment and the increasing value of DCSA standards across the ecosystem.
DCSA’s 12-month roadmaps help guide adoption through 2025, with plans to extend them to 18 months for longer-term integration.
Ecosystem adoption is also strong. From October 2023 to July 2024, API calls surged 72%, with projections indicating a 95% year-on-year increase. Some members have reported API growth over 50% in just the first half of 2024, showing a growing demand for standards-based digital solutions.
As more members align on these standards, we move closer to a fully digital, interoperable industry.
Digital identities: Securing the future of container shipping
Container shipping is vital to global trade. As the industry makes progress in its digital journey, robust compliance and verifiable digital identities are more important than ever. In one of our latest articles, ‘Leveraging digital identity in container shipping’, our Digital Identity Lead, Dick Dekkers, explores key safeguarding solutions to protect your operations and ensure efficiency across the supply chain.
MSC Digital Talks with Thomas Bagge
In the latest MSC Digital Talk, André Simha, CDIO of MSC, and Thomas Bagge, CEO of DCSA, discuss how DCSA standards are setting the stage for unprecedented cross-industry collaboration in container shipping.
For further insights, explore André’s blog post, “Putting the Pieces Together: Solving the Digital Adoption Puzzle in Shipping”, where he delves into the complexities and strategies of digital adoption within the maritime industry.
FIT Alliance: Complete Guide to eBL
As part of its series of concise guides on the electronic Bill of Lading (eBL), the FIT Alliance has published its guidance for the financial sector. Copies are available to download free of charge by following the link below. You can also download guides for bulk shipping, container shipping and freight forwarders, as well as a useful guide on legal reform.
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Join Us at Manifest 2025!
We’re excited to share that Thomas Bagge, CEO of Digital Container Shipping Association (DCSA), will be speaking at Manifest 2025. He’ll provide valuable insights on Collaboration Across the Maritime Supply Chain, exploring how partnerships are reshaping global trade.
📅 Will we see you there?
Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with industry leaders and explore the future of maritime collaboration. Book your ticket now and enjoy a discount: ManifestVegas.com/DCSA
Unlock 2024 insights: Download The State of the Industry Report now!
A reminder that The State of the Industry 2024 Report remains available for download. Gain essential insights into the digital evolution of container shipping!
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Join us at these upcoming events
BuyCo: 10-12 February 2025 Paris, France Speaker: Dave van Diggele
Manifest 2025: 10-12 February 2025 Las Vegas, USA Speaker: Thomas Bagge Register now
TPM 2025 2-5 March: Long Beach, USA Speaker: Thomas Bagge