Dubai, United Arab Emirates, May 8, 2025: IFS, the leading provider of enterprise cloud and Industrial AI software, today announced its participation at the International Port and Marine Development Conference to be held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on May 13-14, 2025. The company will showcase its leading Industrial AI solutions, IFS.ai, that are tailored to address the evolving challenges of the maritime and shipbuilding sectors. The focus will be on empowering shipbuilders, operators, and maritime service providers with tools that enhance operational efficiency, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive digital transformation.
Some of the key solutions that will be highlighted at the conference include the IFS Maritime ERP, which provides comprehensive operational control and helps in conforming to the Environmental Ship Index (ESI), and smart port requirements while meeting environmental and operational standards. The Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) solutions on display will highlight how the solutions are designed to maximize asset value, improve safety, and boost productivity with tools that are crucial for managing mission-critical assets and ensure optimal performance and longevity. And lastly, the Service Management solutions that streamline operations, enhance customer satisfaction, and support the unique needs of this sector. They help in facilitating efficient service delivery and maintenance operations.
Speaking on their participation, Vijay Jaswal, Chief Technology Officer APJMEA at IFS, said, “In keeping with the goals of the International Port and Maritime Development Conference to strengthen the nation’s commitment to enhancing maritime infrastructure, IFS is very proud to be a part of this event and focus on our Industrial AI solutions, IFS.ai. We will be showcasing our maritime sector-specific solutions that help in modernising operations by embracing data-driven intelligence and predictive capabilities that ensure vessels and all port and terminal assets perform optimally and navigate the complexities of the modern maritime landscape. We look forward to meeting our customers and industry stakeholders.”
Through its participation in the conference, IFS aims to actively engage with shipbuilders, port operators, and logistics providers and looks forward to sharing its latest technological innovations that are shaping the future of maritime operations. IFS also seeks to foster meaningful conversations around digital transformation, explore strategic partnerships, and strengthen its position as a trusted technology partner driving efficiency, resilience, and sustainability across the maritime value chain.
Vijay Jaswal will be speaking on ‘Improving Asset Performance with AI-Enabled APM in Port and Terminal Operations’ and will also be a part of a panel discussion on ‘The Pivotal Importance of Intelligent Ports Within the Intermodal Transportation Network’, both on May 13th. Other senior executives from IFS will be available to meet customers at Booths 48 and 49 at the event.
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About IFS IFS is the world’s leading provider of Industrial AI and enterprise software for hardcore businesses that service, power, and protect our planet. Our technology enables businesses that manufacture goods, maintain complex assets, and manage service-focused operations to unlock the transformative power of Industrial AI™ to enhance productivity, efficiency, and sustainability. IFS Cloud is a fully composable AI-powered platform, designed for ultimate flexibility and adaptability to our customers’ specific requirements and business evolution. It spans the needs of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Enterprise Asset Management (EAM), Supply Chain Management (SCM), and Field Service Management (FSM). IFS technology leverages AI, machine learning, real-time data, and analytics to empower our customers to make informed strategic decisions and excel at their Moment of Service™. IFS was founded in 1983 by five university friends who pitched a tent outside our first customer’s site to ensure they would be available 24/7 and the needs of the customer would come first. Since then, IFS has grown into a global leader with over 7,000 employees in 80 countries. Driven by those foundational values of agility, customer-centricity, and trust, IFS is recognized worldwide for delivering value and supporting strategic transformations. We are the most recommended supplier in our sector. Visit ifs.com to learn why.
