This agreement will be the first deployment of Grieg Connect’s cloud-based PMIS in the Baltics.
Ahti Paju, IT Manager at Saarte Liinid, says the company was looking for a system that reduces manual handling, improves port call processes and supports reliable information flow.
“We wanted a solution that helps us standardise our port call management, improve data quality, and lower the administrative burden. Grieg Connect presented a system with a clear structure and a strong fit for how we operate. In the evaluation, the public API also stood out. It gives us a path to a future-proof setup where we can connect our systems and external actors in a controlled way,” says Paju.
From Grieg Connect, the agreement is seen as a valuable step into a new geographical market with familiar operational patterns.
“Even though Saarte Liinid is in a new geographic area for us, the workflows are well-known from other ports we work with. That gives us confidence that we can deliver a swift implementation and add immediate value to their team across their locations.
We look forward to a long-term cooperation where the system can evolve in line with their operational needs,” says Dan Steinnes, Grieg Connect.
The implementation will begin with core operational processes, including port calls, operational reporting, and cargo information handling. The solution also enables future expansion with additional capabilities when needed. Implementation work starts this year.
About AS Saarte Liinid
AS Saarte Liinid is a regional port operator in Estonia. The company manages and develops 18 ports across seven counties, including key ferry harbours and island–mainland connection ports. As a multi-site operator with varied traffic types, the organisation places emphasis on reliable operations, efficient data handling and standardised digital workflows.
About Grieg Connect
Grieg Connect is a Norway-based software company specialising in digital solutions for ports and ferry operations. Its modular Port Management Information System covers port calls, cargo handling, statistics, resource planning and external integrations. The company serves more than 80 port authorities and supports over 285 ferries and high-speed vessels, enabling scalable and standardised digital operations across the maritime sector.