I work in Automation at DP World, where I focus on the deployment & scaling of autonomous transport & port cranes automation solutions across a global portfolio of ports & terminals. My role sits at the intersection of operations, engineering, technology, & ecosystem collaboration, with a particular emphasis on how autonomous systems can be safely & effectively integrated into complex, real-world port environments. I have gained extensive experience across different ports, terminal types, & operating models, including greenfield & brownfield environments, mixed-traffic operations, & facilities at varying stages of automation maturity. A key part of my role involves collaboration across the port & terminal ecosystem. Deploying autonomous transport requires close coordination between terminal operators, port authorities, technology providers, Equipment Manufacturers, infrastructure owners, & regulators. I am actively involved in aligning these stakeholders around shared objectives such as safety, interoperability, standardization, & scalability. I strongly believe that the future of autonomy in ports will be shaped as much by collaboration & governance as by technological advancement. My perspective is grounded in live operations. Working in high-throughput, safety-critical environments has reinforced the importance of integrating autonomous systems alongside existing equipment, human operators, & terminal operating systems. This operational grounding allows me to contribute to industry discussions on how autonomy can move beyond experimentation toward industrialized deployment that delivers consistent value across different geographies & use cases. In addition to efficiency & productivity, I am increasingly focused on the broader impact of autonomy, including its role in improving safety, resilience, & sustainability across global supply chains. I look forward to sharing an operator-led, strategic perspective on how autonomy is evolving from port-centric use cases.