MDigi-I

Project challenge & objective: 

The MDigi-I project will create a new research infrastructure that will stimulate synergies and provide the means for the development and uptake of maritime digitalization technologies that will improve safety, security, and efficiency for the economic and environmental sustainability of Shipping – Marine Transport activities.

The research infrastructure supports maritime digitalization technology development, testing, validation, demonstration, and training and is a nucleus of multidisciplinary research, innovation, and practical implementation activities. It offers access to the necessary physical spaces, equipment, services, human resources, and its network to enable individuals and entities to conduct research and deliver innovation in theory and methods, hardware (IoT) and software (signal processing, AI/ML) applications for smart and connected ships and harbor facilities, digital twins, decision support systems, and digital platforms supporting information sharing and co-development and the synergy between humans, organizations, and cyber-physical systems. The infrastructure’s assets are organized in openly accessible testbeds and laboratories.

Role of CMMI:

CMMI will be the host organization of the project and will have a leading role in coordinating the project as well as developing and sustaining the infrastructure. CMMI will also lead research work on Maritime Internet of Things, Situational Awareness, and Decision Support. CMMI will also lead the dissemination of project results, as well as lead Pilot Scenario IV: Environmental sustainability of maritime operations and the pilot definitions.