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The Maritime Anti-Corruption Network (MACN) has transformed over a decade’s worth of corruption reports into an operational database, creating the Global Port Integrity Platform (GPIP) with support from the Danish Maritime Fund.
This platform covers 1,350 ports worldwide and is designed to help shipping companies assess risk, prepare crews before arrival, and integrate corruption intelligence directly into operational workflows.
75 organisations are already using the platform’s dashboard tools, while over 350 shipping companies receive corruption risk information through its pre-arrival communication systems.
Transforming Maritime Data into Practical Intelligence
“Shipping generates enormous amounts of operational data, but historically there has been very limited structured data available to help companies understand and manage corruption risks at the ports where they operate,” said Cecilia Müller Torbrand, CEO of MACN.
This initiative demonstrates how maritime data can be transformed into practical intelligence that supports better decisions, protects crews, and strengthens integrity across the industry.
The platform automatically provides port-specific information directly to crews ahead of arrival, and further AI-enabled applications are expected in the future.
API Integration and Future Developments
“The API integration with MACN’s corruption incidents database opens new possibilities for us,” said Uriel Chareca, Head of Group Data & AI, Torm.
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“We’re exploring how to transform this real maritime data into actionable intelligence that flows directly to our vessels,” Chareca added, noting that this demonstrates how data collaboration can drive meaningful innovation in the industry.
In the context of similar initiatives, the use of data analytics to combat corruption in the maritime industry is not new, but the scale and scope of MACN’s efforts are noteworthy, particularly given the International Maritime Organization‘s ongoing efforts to promote transparency and accountability in the sector.
As the platform continues to evolve, it will be interesting to see how it addresses the complex challenges of corruption in the maritime industry, and how it can be used to support more effective governance and regulation.
Industry Response and Adoption
The GPIP has already gained significant traction, with a large number of shipping companies using its tools and services to manage corruption risk.
As the industry continues to grapple with the challenges of corruption, the development of platforms like the GPIP is likely to play an increasingly important role in promoting transparency and accountability.
With its strong focus on data-driven insights and practical intelligence, the GPIP is well-placed to support the industry’s efforts to combat corruption and promote better governance.
