DP World Yarimca Relies on Flir Security to Optimize Port Operations

To monitor the 800 meters of the port's coastline and the activities that take place up to 200 meters offshore, investment has been made in thermal imaging cameras. Flir, such as FC Series ID Analytics, the Saros dome camera and the M232 pan/tilt marina.

DP World Yarimca is one of the largest container terminals in the Gulf of İzmit and Turkey. As you grow, you need to continue to provide uninterrupted operations and a high level of security. To meet these challenges, has adopted innovative technological products, including the Flir Safety Monitoring Solutions.

This terminal is located in the heart of Anatolia (Turkey), it is the gateway to overseas markets for many companies in the country and supports the economic activity of the Eastern Marmara region and much of Anatolia. DP World Yarimca can dock four ships or two large container ships at the same time, making it the most efficient port in the country.

Maintaining safe and uninterrupted operations is one of the main tasks of the port operators of this terminal, but it is frequently complicated by diving, to illegal fishing.

Mussels grow in abundance on the stilts that support port berths. This is a main attraction for mussel poachers. This activity is not only illegal, but poses a serious security risk, both poachers and people operating legally in the port.

The collection of mussels could also damage the cathodic protection system of the ports, a system that prevents corrosion of submerged and underground metal structures.

"Mussel poachers prevent us from effectively controlling our port activity and potentially disrupt our operations", Says Ismail Karaçam, Director of HSSE at DP World Yarimca.

In addition, Illegal fishermen and divers can enter the maneuvering areas of vessels and cause delays in the docking and departure of boats. This can cause supply chain disruptions.

Commitment to security

Since its creation, The Port has always considered safety as its top priority. The organization has provided the technology needed to monitor activities from the seashore and ensure the safety of the Safety and maintenance of operations at the location of the containers.

When your current security monitoring system reached the end of its useful life, the DP Worlds security team searched for a new solution that could help them detect intruders both on land and at sea.

The port's security team explored the market for new technologies and learned about Fir's portfolio of visible and thermal safety monitoring products through the Turkish distributor and integrator Irmarinetech.

"We had already successfully carried out port security projects in Turkey", Says Koray Serbest, founder of Irmarinetech. "This already gave the DP World team confidence that we could meet their needs. After different product demonstrations and proofs of concept, decided to collaborate with us and with Flir".

Fhir's thermal and visible camera systems have revolutionized DP World Yarimca's strategy on port security. These technologies allow the port's security team to monitor illegal activities at night, in adverse weather conditions and from long distances.

"Illegal fishermen and divers have proven to be very ingenious in their activities", Ismail Karaçam clarifies. "One of his tactics was to paint his ship black, so they were invisible at night to our camera systems. That's when we knew we needed thermal camera technology. With Flir solutions we can monitor any illegal activity at night, in adverse weather conditions such as rain or fog, and from a great distance".

Perimeter Security and Surveillance

To monitor the 800 meters of the port's coastline and the activities that take place up to 200 meters offshore, the port invested in thermal cameras from Flir, as the FC Series ID Analytics, The Saros Dome Camera and the pan/tilt marine thermal M232.

Port operators now have an uninterrupted view of intruders at sea, But they also use the cameras to monitor man-overboard situations and oil spills. Harbor Security Patrols Use a Flir Scion Portable Thermal to Detect Fishermen and Divers Hiding Under Rocks, who enter under the mooring in total darkness.

A combination of thermal and visible cameras is used, such as the Quasar and PTZ panoramas by Flir, to monitor the security of the perimeter of the premises, as well as activities within the container zone.

It was the visual quality of the thermal cameras and the ability to deliver highly accurate images at long distances that convinced DP World's security management team Yarimca. In addition, Flir presented a suitable solution for every specific port security need and application by combining the broad portfolio of enterprise solutions, perimeter security and maritime supervision.

Future projects

The port is already collaborating with Flir to investigate how thermal and visible camera technology can bring additional security benefits to the organization. One of the possibilities they are exploring is the incorporation of Thermal Arm Cameras installed on cranes to monitor the surroundings of the vessels.

Another application is the incorporation of Thermal Fire Detection Cameras. Many of the port's customers transport highly flammable products. The ability to detect fires at an early stage is a valuable contribution to the security strategy of ports.

Thermal cameras such as the Flir FH-Series R can automatically detect small temperature changes in their field of view, identify hot spots before they ignite and provide an early warning response to prevent a total fire before assets are damaged or safety is compromised.

After detection, an alert can be sent to an operator via a video management system (Vms) Connected for instant assessment and implementation of response tactics.

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