AI Improves Sea Freight Safety: Real-Time Container Monitoring

AI Brings New Visibility to Sea Freight

Sea freight remains the backbone of global trade, but container loss at sea has been a long-standing challenge. Technology companies Eyesea and EVI now offer an AI-powered monitoring system that uses vessel cameras and machine learning to detect containers falling overboard in real time.

The system is preparing for live trials on operational ships and can automatically report incidents to shipowners, flag states, and authorities, aligning with upcoming IMO container loss reporting regulations.

Why Container Loss Matters

Container loss in sea freight can cause:

Navigation and environmental hazards

Delayed insurance claims

Regulatory exposure

Thousands of containers are lost at sea each year, and dangerous goods are particularly high-risk. Timely detection and reporting have historically been limited, creating gaps in safety and compliance.

Impact on Sea Freight Stakeholders

Shippers benefit from faster incident awareness, accurate claims data, and reduced uncertainty.
Freight forwarders face higher compliance expectations but gain opportunities to differentiate as professional risk advisors.

AI monitoring is set to make sea freight safer, more transparent, and more data-driven.

Recommendations for Safer Sea Freight

Ensure accurate cargo declarations, especially for hazardous goods

Choose carriers with strong safety and monitoring systems

Update internal SOPs for incident reporting and customer communication

Partner with experienced freight forwarders for regulatory and operational guidance

Plan Your Sea Freight with Confidence

At Pass International Logistics, we provide professional sea freight solutions, including FCL/LCL shipping, carrier optimization, and compliance support.

Contact our team to improve safety, compliance, and reliability in your sea freight shipments.