How Smart Containers Are Shaping the Future of Shipping | Presented by Cisco

How does a shipping container become a connected, intelligent device? Welcome to Container 42—Cisco’s innovative project that’s redefining global logistics using IoT, AI, Cybersecurity and real-time analytics.

In this video, we explore Container 42, a revolutionary project showcasing how IoT, AI, and real-time data are driving the digital transformation of the shipping industry. Learn how sensors can detect poisonous gases, monitor container openings, and even identify the specific ship a container is traveling on—making global logistics smarter, safer, and more efficient.

💡 Did you know? 90% of what you own was shipped in a container. Now imagine if that container could think.

From reducing environmental impact to preventing smuggling and optimizing shipping routes, smart containers are changing everything. And with Cisco Networking Academy, you can gain the digital skills needed for the jobs powering this future.

📦 The logistics sector is becoming one of the biggest digital transformation use cases for IT—now is the time to build the skills that global industries need.

📈 Topics covered:

• What is Container 42?
• How AI and IoT are disrupting the shipping industry
• Real-time container tracking and safety
• Smart ports and digital logistics
• How to train for the future with Cisco Networking Academy

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📌 Chapters

00:00 Introduction: The Bridge to Possible
02:09 Country Digital Acceleration in Critical Infrastructure
04:35 Digital Asset Optimization
08:14 Connectivity and Data Services
10:08 Digital Transformation of Ports & Energy Transition
13:10 Digitalisation of National Critical Infrastructure
15:45 Use Case: Digital Community and Data Usage
18:45 The Smarter Container
21:53 New Job Roles in Logistics
23:30 AI & Shipping
25:19 Smart Containers and IoT

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