Maassluis, May 2025 – Royal Dirkzwager, the maritime industry’s trusted source for safety and information, is set to unveil its next-generation Ship2Port platform at Nor-Shipping 2025, taking place in Oslo from 2 to 6 June. With the system already deployed at key European ports and interest growing internationally, the Maassluis-based firm is stepping up its mission to digitise secure port access — one ship call at a time.
Setting a New Standard for Maritime Access and Coordination
As global ISPS (International Ship and Port Facility Security) regulations become more stringent, and ports increasingly operate with limited staff, Port Facility Security Officers (PFSOs) are expected to maintain rigorous access control while streamlining operations. Ship2Port directly addresses this pressure, providing a fully digital platform that unites ISPS-compliant access management, visitor registration, and real-time port call coordination into one secure, integrated workflow.
By connecting terminals, agents, shipowners, and service providers through a centralised system, Ship2Port ensures that every step — from registering a visit to gaining access — is coordinated, auditable, and GDPR-compliant. The result is a reduction in administrative burden and a significant boost in process security and traceability.
Already processing over half a million visitor registrations each year, Ship2Port is in use at major European hubs including Rotterdam, Amsterdam and Antwerp, with its rollout now available in Finland.
From Paperwork to a Seamless Digital Experience
In an industry where emails, spreadsheets, and manual ID checks still dominate, Ship2Port replaces outdated methods with a frictionless digital experience. Visitors can register via the free app, verify their identity using passport scanning and facial recognition, and submit visit requests that are automatically linked to scheduled port calls.
Once approved by the agent and relevant terminal, visitors receive a secure QR-based boarding pass that grants them access to the port gate. The entire process, from pre-registration to final entry, is fast, paperless and fully aligned with ISPS and privacy regulations — requiring nothing more than a smartphone and a valid ID.
Launching the ISPS Gate: Physical Security Meets Digital Control
Nor-Shipping 2025 will also serve as the launch platform for Royal Dirkzwager’s latest innovation: the Ship2Port ISPS Gate. Already operational at the A. Nobel & Zn. Shipping Terminal, the gate enables unmanned terminal access through advanced camera verification, digital ID authentication, and QR code scanning — all synchronised with the Ship2Port backend.
For terminal operators, this means robust, secure access control without needing full-time on-site staff. The gate not only ensures complete traceability of every visit but also introduces a smarter access model. While PFSOs approve visits in advance through the platform, on-site personnel merely scan and verify QR codes, eliminating ad hoc decisions at the gate and enhancing both security and audit readiness.
“By removing approval from the gate and assigning it clearly to the PFSO, we avoid last-minute pressure on staff and reduce the risk of errors or external influence,” explains Blaas. “This improves operational control without slowing down the access process — a vital improvement for terminals working with limited resources.”
Practical Benefits Across the Port Ecosystem
Ship2Port delivers value for every stakeholder. PFSOs benefit from a streamlined authorisation process and full audit trails of all terminal visits. Terminal operators gain tighter access control, reduced coordination effort, and faster turnaround without increasing headcount. Shipowners and Ship Security Officers receive clear documentation of who boarded a vessel, when, and on whose behalf. And for visitors, the entire experience is simplified to a mobile-based, secure process — free from paperwork, delays or uncertainty.
Built to Scale — Designed for the Future
Whether implemented at a major container terminal or a smaller ISPS facility with minimal staff, Ship2Port adapts to local operational needs. The platform is modular, cloud-based and primed for future enhancements, including AI-powered camera analytics, gate system integrations, and even customs clearance tools.
“Digitising ISPS is no longer a luxury,” concludes Blaas. “It’s a necessary step for any port serious about security, efficiency, and compliance.”
With Nor-Shipping providing the ideal international stage, Royal Dirkzwager invites ports, terminals and maritime service providers to see first-hand how Ship2Port can modernise maritime access — without adding complexity.
Visit Royal Dirkzwager at Nor-Shipping 2025
June 2–6 | Oslo, Norway
Learn more: www.ship2port.com
Email: info@dirkzwager.com
Press contact: h.vanderborg@dirkzwager.com
About Royal Dirkzwager
Based in Maassluis, the Netherlands, Royal Dirkzwager has served as the maritime industry’s trusted partner for safety, information and coordination since 1872. The company specialises in maritime intelligence, operational optimisation and digital security — helping ports, terminals and shipowners operate more efficiently and transparently.
About Ship2Port
Ship2Port is Royal Dirkzwager’s secure, cloud-based platform for managing port calls in a safe, efficient and compliant way. Combining real-time fleet monitoring, visitor registration and ISPS-compliant access control in one system, the platform is already in use at ports such as Rotterdam, Antwerp and Amsterdam, and available for rollout in Finland. Supporting over 500,000 port visits per year, Ship2Port is rapidly expanding across Europe.