KeelSpot Maritime Logistic Platform

Executive Summary

Our team at Foxploy partenered with Keelspot to develop a digital maritime platform that connects shippers with carriers, providing a seamless and efficient shipping experience. The platform offers real-time tracking, automated documentation, and route optimization to reduce costs and improve sustainability.

Technology Stack: NextJS, TypeScript, GraphQL, Python, Django, AWS, Redis

Keelspot Platform

Business Challenge

The maritime shipping industry faced significant inefficiencies in connecting shippers with carriers, including:

  • 30% vessel capacity underutilization across routes
  • Excessive broker fees adding 12% to shipping costs
  • Manual documentation processes causing 3-day average delays
  • Limited market visibility for both shippers and carriers
  • High carbon footprint due to empty sailing routes

Solution Implemented

  • Digital marketplace built with NextJS and TypeScript
  • Real-time matching system using GraphQL and Node
  • Cloud-based infrastructure on AWS with S3 storage
  • Redis-powered real-time tracking and notifications
  • Automated documentation management system
  • Smart route optimization algorithms
  • Integrated carbon footprint tracking

Key Results

  • Efficiency: 25% increase in vessel capacity utilization
  • Cost Reduction: 12% decrease in shipping costs
  • Time Savings: Documentation processing reduced from 3 days to 2 hours
  • Growth: 10% revenue increase for participating carriers
  • Sustainability: 15% reduction in empty sailing routes
  • User Base: Over 1000+ active shippers and carriers

Implementation Timeline

Phase 1: Platform Development (3 months)

  • Core marketplace architecture
  • User interface development
  • Database implementation
  • Security framework setup

Phase 2: Integration (2 months)

  • Payment systems integration
  • Documentation automation
  • Tracking system deployment
  • API development

Phase 3: Launch (1 month)

  • Beta testing with partners
  • Market rollout
  • User onboarding
  • Performance monitoring

Platform Benefits

  • Zero Subscription Fees for Basic Access
  • Average Cost Savings: 12% per Shipment
  • Platform Adoption Rate: 85% among Target Users
  • Customer Satisfaction Rate: 92%
  • Environmental Impact: 15% CO2 Reduction

Key Platform Features

  • Real-time cargo matching system
  • Automated documentation processing
  • Live vessel tracking and updates
  • Integrated payment solutions
  • Carbon footprint calculator
  • Multi-language support
  • 24/7 customer support