Digital Container Shipping Association (DCSA) launched DCSA+, a new partnership program designed to accelerate the adoption of digital standards and build a more seamless, resilient, and efficient supply chain.
“The launch of DCSA+ is an exciting next step in our mission to digitally transform the container shipping industry. This program is about more than just accelerating the adoption of digital standards ─ it’s about making them work for the entire industry. By expanding engagement beyond ocean carriers, we are enabling a more diverse group of stakeholders across the value chain to actively participate in shaping and implementing digital standards, complementing the important work carried out by our members over the past few years,” says Mariana Bock-Losada, chief growth officer, DCSA. “This approach ensures that digital solutions are practical, scalable, and aligned with the evolving needs of the industry. The enthusiasm we have seen so far proves that the industry is ready to embrace this change together. We look forward to welcoming partners and continuing this vital work together.”
Key takeaways:
- DCSA+ will provide industry leaders with a structured program for organizations across sectors to ensure the industry moves forward in a coordinated and efficient manner.
- DCSA+ extends participation to a wider group across the container shipping value chain, including cargo owners, feeders, freight forwarders, technology providers, and terminals.
- The program is built around three key service areas.
- Connect helps partners build industry relationships through engagement in exclusive strategic roundtables; participation in innovation-driven events; and access to other exclusive networking opportunities and industry insights.
- Accelerate unlock efficiency and drive adoption, receiving direct implementation support from DCSA experts; leveraging a digital implementation portal; and benefiting from personalized implementation clinics and live training sessions.
- Contribute gives partners the opportunity to influence the future of digital shipping through participation in early stage testing of new standards; access to exclusive previews of upcoming DCSA roadmap developments; and the provision of input during Alpha and Beta phases of new standardization initiatives.
