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Securing your infrastructure and facilitating the transition to Green Ports

Your ports are crucial hubs in international trade, where every activity and movement significantly influences the smooth operation of the global supply chain. With increasing maritime traffic and heightened pressure to adhere to environmental and safety standards, effective infrastructure management is more critical than ever.

We understand the unique challenges you face: balancing the need to minimize environmental impact with maintaining the operational efficiency of your facilities is both complex and essential. Whether it’s managing loading and unloading, cargo transit, or equipment operations, your port activities directly affect the local ecosystem and demand meticulous mo

nitoring and management.

At Ellona, we are committed to supporting you in safeguarding your infrastructure, both internally and externally, while ensuring strict adherence to environmental regulations. Our solutions enable you to monitor and manage emissions of gases, odors, particles, and noise effectively, thereby enhancing the overall safety of your facilities and the well-being of the surrounding communities.

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A one-of-a-kind approach for your operations

Analyses en temps réel
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Real-time multi-variate analysis.

Thanks to our environmental intelligence platform, Ellona transforms raw data into actionable insights with unmatched precision. By relying on data updated every 10 seconds, we continuously analyze a multitude of variables. Our specialty lies in our ability to handle multi-variate data, enabling a comprehensive and in-depth understanding of the phenomena analyzed, making the actions taken more effective and impactful for businesses and communities.

02

Identification and triangulation of footprints and sources.

Ellona’s artificial intelligence algorithms and databases go beyond mere quantification. We excel in the precise identification of footprints and sources, whether surface-level or channelized. Data triangulation is at the core of our approach, allowing us to cross-reference information and accurately locate sources.

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Dynamic emission modeling.

Ellona provides advanced dispersion software that integrates real-time meteorological data. This dynamic model simulates and visualizes the impact of a site’s emissions on its immediate environment, offering tailored preventive and corrective solutions.

04

Smart alerts and customized notifications.

Our platform allows you to set up different types of real-time alerts tailored to each user’s specific needs. Additionally, the automatic generation of smart reports ensures optimal responsiveness to any critical situation.

05

Automatic triggering of remediation systems.

This feature allows for the automation of triggering third-party systems (such as sampling, misting, ventilation, etc.) through precise management of ON/OFF devices and 4-20 mA inputs, or via the API. This automation ensures a rapid and appropriate response in the event of a detected incident.

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Integration of human perceptions via QR codes.

Ellona enhances its analyses by integrating human perceptions collected via QR codes. These subjective data are then correlated in real-time with the technical data collected by our systems, providing a comprehensive and nuanced view of the situations for even more precise interventions.

Examples of KPIs for ports using Ellona’s solutions

35%

reduction in CO₂ emissions

through optimization of port operations and real-time monitoring of emissions from ships, land vehicles, and infrastructure.

30%

reduction in PM1, PM2.5, and PM10

by continuously monitoring and adjusting particle sources using advanced monitoring systems, particularly in handling and storage areas.

25%

reduction in average noise levels in dB(A)

through proactive management based on real-time monitoring data for dock, mooring, and transport areas.

40%

reduction in NOx and SOx emissions

through continuous monitoring and real-time adjustments of fuel management processes for ships and ground vehicles.

45%

reduction in the number of reported odor incidents

through real-time detection and proactive management of odor sources, particularly in industrial and related activity areas.

30%

improvement in the energy efficiency of port infrastructures

through continuous optimization based on real-time energy consumption data, including heating, air conditioning, and building electricity.

100%

compliance with environmental regulations

through real-time monitoring and alerts for potential exceedances across all port activity areas.

55%

reduction in CO₂ emissions from service vehicles

through real-time management practices and the use of more eco-friendly vehicles in transit and transport areas.

95%

satisfaction achieved among port workers and surrounding communities

by using real-time data to anticipate and quickly address environmental issues in handling, storage, and industrial areas.

35%

reduction in fuel consumption for port operations and service vehicles

through real-time optimization of routes and activities, particularly in areas related to the reception and dispatch of hazardous goods.

Complex emission sources we address

The main categories of atmospheric emissions associated with ports are:

  • Ship emissions: exhaust gases, fuel and cargo vapors.
  • Emissions from handling and storage operations: dust and volatile organic compounds (VOCs).
  • Emissions from land vehicles: trucks, other road vehicles, and trains.
  • Emissions from port infrastructure: heating, air conditioning, and electricity in buildings.
  • Indirect emissions from related industrial activities: refineries, power plants, petrochemical industries, and processing plants.

 

Our intervention areas at ports:

Zones de quai et d'amarrage

Quay and mooring areas

Manutention et stockage

Handling and storage

Zones de transports et transit

Transit and transport areas

Zones industrielles

Industrial zones and related activities

Maintenance et réparation

Maintenance and repair

Bureaux et infrastructures

Offices and infrastructure

Marchandises dangereuses

Hazardous goods storage

Where are our actions making an impact?

Each sector has its unique requirements.

Discover through this diagram how our various devices can support you in the port sector to ensure increased safety and a healthier environment for your employees, seafarers, passengers, and local residents.

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Ellona develops tailored solutions for the port sector

Capteur WT1 Lite
Capteur POD2
Capteur Dustkair

Ellona offers a comprehensive suite of real-time monitoring technologies tailored for the port sector. Our solutions, including the WT1 Pro, WT1 Lite, POD2, DUSTKAIR, and the EllonaSoft platform, are specifically designed to address the complex environmental challenges faced by ports.

These advanced tools provide precise quantification and identification of emission sources across various areas of the port, including docks, storage facilities, processing plants, and commercial zones. Our real-time monitoring capabilities cover both external pollution sources and internal environments, such as offices and passenger reception areas.

The DUSTKAIR is particularly suited for shipyards, offering real-time analysis of fine particles inhaled by workers to safeguard their health.

By leveraging these technologies, you can implement targeted corrective actions to mitigate environmental impacts, receive instant alerts for proactive management, and ensure stringent regulatory compliance. Ellona supports you in maintaining a healthy and safe port environment for all stakeholders.

The key parameters we monitor in your sector

Gaz

Gases

e.g.: SOx, NOx, CO₂, CO, VOCs, CH₄…

odeur

Odors

Detection, intensity measurement, and identification of signatures and sources

particules

Particles

PM10, PM2.5, PM1

bruit

Noise

Our use cases in your sector

Ellona offers international support in the port sector, helping stakeholders achieve Green Ports goals. Our solutions, tailored to the sector’s specific needs, enhance the health, environmental, and operational management of port infrastructure.

Advanced environmental monitoring at the Port of Saint-Malo – France

Advanced environmental monitoring at Riga Port – Latvia

Advanced environmental monitoring at the Port of Guadeloupe – France

Our commitments
to Green Ports

Leveraging our advanced expertise in identifying odor and environmental nuisances and analyzing physico-chemical footprints, we provide precise environmental data to help port managers implement effective remediation measures. Our efforts focus on the following seven key areas:

  • Docking and mooring areas: Providing data on atmospheric emissions from docked ships, enabling accurate monitoring and corrective actions to reduce impacts on air quality.
  • Handling and storage areas: Monitoring dust and chemical emissions during loading and unloading operations, facilitating the identification of pollution sources and the implementation of mitigation solutions.
  • Transit and transport areas: Providing data on emissions from land and maritime traffic to assess the environmental impact of transportation activities, with the development of unique signatures for each ship to optimize emissions management.
  • Industrial and related activities areas: Monitoring atmospheric emissions from industrial facilities, enabling companies to take measures to reduce their environmental footprint.
  • Ship maintenance and repair areas: Providing information on emissions associated with ship maintenance activities, assisting ports in implementing appropriate environmental management protocols.
  • Office and port infrastructure areas: Monitoring atmospheric emissions from port infrastructure to identify opportunities for improving energy efficiency and reducing emissions in indoor and confined environments.
  • Dangerous goods reception and dispatch areas: Contributing to the assessment of risks associated with the transport and storage of hazardous goods for effective planning and rapid response in case of incidents.
Les avantages du WT1 pour les ports

The benefits
of our products for your operations

  • Cutting-edge technology: leverage innovative solutions for air quality monitoring, allowing you to stay at the forefront of the industry while continuously enhancing your environmental practices.
  • Employee health and safety: ensure precise air quality monitoring to safeguard your employees’ health, reduce the risks of accidents and occupational diseases, and minimize healthcare costs and absenteeism.
  • Infrastructure safety: ensure the safety of your port infrastructure by monitoring environmental conditions and detecting potential risks related to hazardous substances, such as chemicals or flammable materials.
  • Regulatory compliance: ensure adherence to current environmental regulations, strengthening your position as a responsible actor and avoiding penalties and negative impacts on your operations.
  • Operational efficiency: enhance the efficiency of your operations by swiftly detecting and addressing air pollution issues, reducing downtime, and optimizing resource utilization.
  • Brand image: strengthen your brand image by demonstrating your commitment to environmental sustainability, which can attract new business partners and investors, and drive economic growth.
  • Corporate social responsibility (CSR): align your operations with CSR principles to affirm your role as a leader in social responsibility, contributing to a more sustainable future for your business and the community.

Regulatory standards for the port sector

1- MARPOL CONVENTION AND INTERNATIONAL MARITIME ORGANIZATION (IMO) STANDARDS

They aim to reduce atmospheric pollution from maritime transport to protect human health and the marine environment, as well as to improve air quality in port and coastal areas. For example:

  • For sulfur oxides (SOx): sulfur content limit in marine fuels of 0.50% by mass (MARPOL Annex VI).
  • For nitrogen oxides (NOx): specific limits for new marine engines depending on their construction date and power, with values ranging from 3.4 to 17.0 g/kWh (MARPOL Annex VI).

2- EUROPEAN INDUSTRIAL EMISSIONS DIRECTIVE (IED)

It aims to reduce atmospheric emissions from industrial installations to protect air quality and human health, by promoting the use of Best Available Techniques (BAT) to minimize emissions. For example:

  • For nitrogen oxides (NOx): emission limit value (ELV) of 200 mg/Nm³ for large combustion plants..
  • For fine particulate matter (PM): emission limit value (ELV) of 10 mg/Nm³ for biomass combustion installations.

3- NATIONAL AIR QUALITY STANDARDS

National air quality standards are regulations set by individual countries to control pollutant concentrations in the air, thereby protecting public health and the environment. These standards typically specify the maximum allowable concentrations for various pollutants, including particulates, gases, and other substances. The details may vary from one country to another but generally include:

  • Fine particulates (PM10, PM2.5): Limits are often set for daily and annual averages. For example, a common standard might be 50 µg/m³ for PM10 over a 24-hour period and 40 µg/m³ as an annual average, and 25 µg/m³ for PM2.5 over a 24-hour period and 20 µg/m³ as an annual average.
  • Nitrogen dioxide (NO₂): Limits may be set for hourly and annual averages. A typical standard could be 180 µg/m³ for an hourly average and 40 µg/m³ annually.
  • Sulfur dioxide (SO₂): Standards often cover short-term (hourly) and long-term (daily or annual) exposures. For example, a standard might be 350 µg/m³ for an hourly average and 125 µg/m³ for a daily average.
  • Carbon monoxide (CO): Standards typically cover both short-term and long-term exposures. For example, a standard might be 10 mg/m³ for an hourly average and 5 mg/m³ for an eight-hour average.
  • Ozone (O₃): Standards may be set for hourly and eight-hour averages. A typical standard might be 180 µg/m³ for an hourly average and 180 µg/m³ for an eight-hour average.
  • Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs): Regulations may set limits for specific VOCs or groups of VOCs, depending on their impact on health and the environment.

4- LOCAL AND REGIONAL STANDARDS

They aim to reduce atmospheric emissions to improve air quality and protect public health and the environment at the local level. Values can vary according to specific local and regional regulations; for example, a municipality might set SO₂ emission limits to 50 µg/m³ on an annual average in a port area.

Your questions, our solutions

How to accurately measure, identify, and locate noise indoors?

Indoor noise management is essential for safety and comfort. It’s not just about measuring sound levels but also accurately identifying the sources and nature of the noise to tailor remediation strategies.

Ellona’s POD2 devices play a key role in acoustic monitoring and indoor safety, whether in offices, hospitals, factories, schools, or commercial spaces.

  • Continuous measurement of sound levels to ensure a compliant environment
  • Identification of noise sources (machines, voices, barking, alarms, ventilation…)
  • Detailed analysis of the nature of the noises (impulsive, resonant, mechanical…)
  • Detection of critical noises (gunfire, security alarms, glass breakage, technical incidents…)
  • Targeted remediation to secure infrastructure and protect people

With EllonaSoft, data is centralized, analyzed, and utilized in real-time, enabling fast and efficient decision-making in the event of an incident.

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How to accurately measure, identify, and locate odors (odours) indoors?

The management of indoor odor (odour) nuisances is based on three essential aspects:

  • Real-time odor (odour) detection to identify any anomalies
  • Measurement of odor (odour) intensity to track their evolution and impact
  • Accurate identification of the nature of odors (odours) and their sources for quick and targeted remediation

Ellona’s  POD2  is an advanced solution that continuously analyzes indoor air through a combination of MOS sensors and smart algorithms. This enables the anticipation and effective management of odor (odour) nuisances in sensitive environments such as offices, hospitals, laboratories, industrial kitchens, or commercial spaces.

All collected data is centralized, analyzed, and utilized through the EllonaSoft platform. This powerful tool enables real-time monitoring, rapid identification of odor (odour) nature and sources, and optimization of remediation strategies, ensuring better control of odor (odour) nuisances and healthier indoor air.

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How to measure, identify, and locate fine particles, including PM1, PM2.5, and PM10, indoors?

Ellona’s POD2 enables real-time indoor measurement of fine particles (PM1, PM2.5, PM10, and down to PM0.3) using optical sensors. These sensors detect and count particles by measuring light scattering, providing precise air quality monitoring. In addition to measuring particle concentration, the POD2 leverages artificial intelligence algorithms to identify their nature and source, helping to better understand pollution origins and optimize remediation actions. Data is centralized and analyzed via EllonaSoft, ensuring optimized health risk management and real-time monitoring to protect occupants’ safety.

The POD2 specifically monitors fine particle levels in line with WHO recommendations:

  • PM2.5: ≤ 5 µg/m³ (annual average exposure)
  • PM10: ≤ 15 µg/m³ (annual average exposure)
  • PM1: Few official guidelines, but high concentrations can be concerning.

This capability of measurement, analysis, and identification enhances the understanding of indoor pollution challenges and enables the effective adaptation of air quality improvement strategies.

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How to measure, identify, and precisely locate gas emissions indoors?

Ellona’s POD2 ensures the safety of people and infrastructure by monitoring indoor air quality through real-time multivariate analysis. It measures up to 5 gases simultaneously (4 electrochemical sensors + 1 optical sensor) from a list of 21 possible gases (NO₂, SO₂, CO, O₃, NH₃, etc.). Its artificial intelligence algorithms accurately identify gas types, detect their interactions, and locate their sources. Through the EllonaSoft platform, smart alerts and automated corrective actions (ventilation, air purification) are implemented, ensuring a healthier environment, optimal occupant protection, and infrastructure preservation.

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How to measure, identify, and accurately locate outdoor noise?

Outdoor noise management relies on two key aspects: measuring sound levels to ensure compliance with regulations, and accurately identifying noise sources for targeted nuisance management. Ellona‘s WT1 Lite and WT1 Pro devices address these needs. These devices precisely monitor outdoor sound levels to ensure compliance with authorized thresholds, whether in urban or industrial environments. They provide continuous monitoring of sound intensities and allow for adjustments in control strategies based on changes in noise levels. The WT1 Pro goes further by offering a detailed analysis of sound signatures through artificial intelligence algorithms and databases. Additionally, with the EllonaSoft platform,the collected data is centralized, analyzed, and used to optimize noise nuisance management, helping to secure people, infrastructure, and the environment.

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How to measure, identify, and locate fine particles (PM1, PM2.5, PM10) and crystalline silica outdoors?

To identify and measure fine particles (including PM1, PM2.5, PM10) on industrial or construction sites, Ellona offers tailored solutions such as Dustkair, a portable device designed to be worn close to the respiratory pathways. It allows real-time measurement of inhaled particles, including crystalline silica, a highly carcinogenic element. Ellona also offers fixed systems like the WT1 Lite and WT1 Pro, which provide continuous monitoring of particles outdoors. These devices not only identify sources of particulate pollution and track concentration changes over time but also centralize data through the EllonaSoft platform. This platform facilitates optimal health risk management by enabling precise tracking and rapid response to any concentration threshold exceedances.

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How to measure, identify, and precisely locate gas emissions outdoors?

Thanks to real-time multivariate analysis, Ellona provides ultra-precise identification of the nature and sources of gas emissions. The WT1 Pro device integrates up to 6 electrochemical sensors and 2 optical sensors (or 1 optical and 1 PID), while the WT1 Lite can contain up to 4 electrochemical sensors and 1 optical sensor, with the option to choose from a list of 25 different gases.

The EllonaSoft platform processes this data every 10 seconds to identify, locate, and dynamically model emissions, integrating meteorological data and AI algorithms.

The result? Precise detection, intelligent alerts, and automated corrective actions—ideal for industrial sites, smart cities, ports, and airports.

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Is the analysis of NH3 and H2S molecules enough to qualify and quantify odors (odours)?

No, the analysis of H2S (hydrogen sulfide) and NH3 (ammonia) molecules is not sufficient to assess all odors (odours) present in an environment. Although these molecules are commonly analyzed using electrochemical sensors, they only represent a fraction of the odor (odour) compounds. Hydrogen sulfide and ammonia are indeed important components of certain odor (odour) nuisances, but many other chemical compounds are responsible for varied and complex odors, such as aldehydes, volatile fatty acids, and mercaptans, which are not detected by these traditional technologies. This is precisely what the MOX (Metal Oxide Semiconductor) sensors used in Ellona devices, such as the WT1 Lite, the WT1 Pro (specifically designed for outdoor use), and the POD2 (adapted for indoor environments), are capable of detecting.

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How to measure, identify, and precisely locate odors (odours) outdoors?

Odors (odours) are measured, identified, and precisely located by deploying devices either at the source (technical facilities, industrial sites, etc.) or on the periphery of sites to monitor dispersion and assess the impact of olfactory nuisances.

Ellona’s devices, such as the  WT1 Pro  and  WT1 Lite ,do more than just measure odor (odour) levels. Thanks to a combination of MOS sensors and advanced data processing based on multivariate statistics and artificial intelligence, our sensors can accurately identify the nature and sources of olfactory nuisances. The WT1 Pro, designed for confined sources, is particularly well-suited for this task, while the WT1 Lite is dedicated to monitoring the periphery of sites, tracking odor (odour) dispersion in the environment.

Ellona also relies on several recognized methodologies to identify odor (odour) sources:

  • source observation,
  • clustering, the FISOL methodology,
  • and dynamic olfactometry (EN 13725), which is only possible with the WT1 Pro.

These approaches analyze nuisances based on their temporal recurrence, intensity, frequency, and duration. All collected data is integrated into atmospheric dispersion models that factor in meteorological conditions (wind direction and speed, temperature, humidity, etc.), allowing for a comprehensive analysis of odor (odour) propagation and the optimization of nuisance reduction strategies.

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