As a selection of sailors set out on the Vendée Globe, the world’s largest solo sailing race around the globe, the question arises of how port infrastructure can adapt to accommodate these giants of the sea while also meeting the evolving demands of the yachting industry. Using a mobile laser scanner like Viametris MS-96, mounted on a vehicle with its car kit, enables rapid and precise mapping of different areas within a marina or shipyard. The data collected provides decision-makers with a solid foundation to optimize or expand their facilities, allowing them to host increasingly large and numerous boats.
Today, port infrastructure must adapt to accommodate more and larger boats while meeting modern safety and comfort standards. A mobile laser scanner like the MS-96 provides port managers with a three-dimensional model of their facilities without interrupting operations, offering several key benefits:
The MS-96, combined with its car kit, provides unmatched flexibility and precision for scanning marinas and ports. In just a few hours, a marina can be fully mapped by vehicle, capturing essential data for infrastructure management. This mobile laser scanner also enables collaboration with experts to create safer and more sustainable facilities.
The global boating market, valued at $33.3 billion in 2024 with an annual growth rate of 7.9%, is expected to reach $44.8 billion by 2028. This growth, primarily driven by rising disposable income and a strong interest in outdoor activities, highlights the need for advanced technologies like mobile laser scanners to manage and optimize port infrastructure. While interest in yachting remains steady in the U.S. and Europe, the Asia-Pacific region is experiencing a rising demand for leisure boats, emphasizing the need for rapid port adaptations. The yacht market, fueled by the growing number of billionaires worldwide, is also expanding at a remarkable rate of about 7% per year, with yachts of at least 30 meters in length becoming the standard. [Source: annual report of Superyacht Times]
Ports need to anticipate the challenges posed by climate change, including rising sea levels, more frequent storms, and coastal flooding. A mobile laser scanner like the MS-96 plays a crucial role in preparing for these changes:
With the MS-96, port managers have a comprehensive solution to address current needs, anticipate climate impacts, and adapt their infrastructure sustainably.
