NEW MEMBER PROFILE
Xanatos Marine leads the way in building smarter, safer, and more sustainable ports
W ith more than 25 years of maritime technol- ogy expertise, Xanatos Marine (XM) is helping ports around the world navigate a new era of digital transformation through its TITAN Sentinel Smart Port Platform — a mission-proven system that enhances maritime domain awareness, safety, and operational efficiency. The APP is pleased to welcome Xanatos Marine as a new Associate Member. Deployed in more than 20,000 sensors and systems worldwide, TITAN Sentinel has earned the trust of maritime authorities and port oper- ators in Canada and across the globe, including successful implementations at the Nanaimo Port Authority, Port of St. John, and an IMO-supervised initiative in Southeast Asia. “Our platform integrates real-time vessel detection, traffic monitoring, and automation to deliver a clear operational picture for ports and coastal author- ities,” said Shailendra Shukla, Executive Director for Xanatos. “By combining AI-driven analytics with smart digital tools, we’re helping our clients optimize efficiency, reduce risks, and align with global sustainability goals.” Strong global growth and demand for smart port systems Xanatos Marine is seeing rapid adoption across multiple regions, par- ticularly in North Africa and Asia, where demand for advanced mari- time domain awareness and smart port infrastructure is accelerating. The company is also gaining momen- tum in the United States and Latin America, driven by a global push toward digitalization, safety, and sustainability.
“These regions see real value in TITAN’s ability to enhance situational awareness and streamline operations,” the company noted. “We’re excited to be part of their digital transformation journeys.” A vision for the future: Connected, resilient, and sustainable ports Xanatos Marine’s roadmap for growth spans short-, medium-, and long-term goals designed to build fully connected and intelligent port ecosystems. Short term: Delivering upgrade solutions for Latin American ports, integrating smart technologies into existing port infrastructure. Medium term: Expanding regional and national data networks to ensure seamless, secure information sharing among ports and coastal authorities. Long term: Realizing a connected global port ecosystem, where reli- able data is shared securely among shipping lines, terminal operators, regulators, and emergency services — supporting efficiency, safety, and sustainability. Cybersecurity and data integrity at the core As digital transformation accelerates across the maritime industry, Shukla emphasized that cybersecurity must be built into every layer of port oper- ations. TITAN Sentinel is designed with robust cyber resilience, ensuring that the vast amounts of data collected and exchanged remain secure, confi- dential, and reliable. “Ports are becoming highly inter- connected systems,” Shukla said. “We make sure that as they adopt
advanced digital tools, their infrastruc- ture remains safe from cyber threats. Security is not an afterthought — it’s foundational.” Building trust through reliable, secure data sharing In today’s interconnected maritime world, data sharing is essential. TITAN Sentinel ensures that information shared between stakeholders — from terminal operators to regulators — is both accurate and protected, enabling better, faster decision-making and fos- tering trust across the ecosystem. A North American solution with global impact Xanatos Marine’s ultimate vision is for TITAN Sentinel to be recognized as North America’s trusted Smart Port platform — one that strengthens oper- ational resilience while contributing to global sustainability goals. By helping ports reduce congestion, lower emissions, and eliminate ineffi- ciencies, XM is positioning itself at the forefront of a smarter, safer, and more connected maritime future. “Our mission is simple,” said Shukla. “We help ports become smarter and more sustainable — without ever com- promising on safety or security.” To learn more about Xanatos Marine, please visit: https://www.xanatosmarine.com/
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