Digitalização e Blockchain na Gestão Estratégica de Terminais de Contentores: Impactos na Segurança e na Eficiência da Cadeia Logística – Estudo de Caso no Terminal de Contentores do Porto de Nacala (2023–2025)

Abstract

This article examines digitalization and blockchain technology in the strategic management of container terminals, focusing on their implications for security and logistics chain efficiency at the Port of Nacala Container Terminal in Mozambique, during the period from 2023 to 2025. The general objective was to analyze digitalization and the potential contribution of blockchain technology to strategic management, security, and the efficiency of logistics operations. Specifically, the study sought to identify the level of digital integration in strategic management processes, assess its influence on decision-making and operational efficiency, and examine the potential applications of blockchain in logistics security and traceability. The research adopted a case study approach, drawing on information concerning the terminal's operational and technological processes. The discussion highlighted the importance of integrated digital systems in facilitating information flows, coordinating activities, and supporting managerial decision-making. Regarding blockchain technology, potential benefits were identified in strengthening data integrity, transparency, and operational traceability, although its actual implementation at the terminal was not established. The study concluded that digitalization represents a strategic instrument for modernizing port management, while the potential adoption of blockchain depends on appropriate technological, financial, and organizational conditions. It recommends strengthening system integration, improving staff training, and conducting feasibility studies before introducing emerging technologies.