Bert Cappuyns

Global agribusiness group managing intercontinental supply chains across US, Europe, Africa and Asia.

• Led global digital logistics transformation based on SAP S/4HANA and SAP TMS.
• Designed and implemented “Free Time Manager”, reducing demurrage costs by USD 350,000 (2025).
• Developed Carrier Scanner, a digital freight visibility platform enabling real-time market intelligence on vessel capacity, rates and schedules.
• Reengineered global order execution processes, delivering end-to-end supply chain visibility and workflow automation.
• Directed EDI integrations with major global shipping lines across key trade corridors.
• Standardized digital logistics processes across international subsidiaries.

Digital arm of Abu Dhabi Ports responsible for Port & Cargo Community System and Trade Single Window.

• Delivered Port Community System (PCS) implementation and go-live in record 9 months within a complex regulatory environment.
• Led expansion of Abu Dhabi PCS into a fully integrated Trade & Logistics Single Window, covering sea, air, road and rail workflows.
• Managed team of 12–15 business and systems analysts.
• Supported operational setup of MSC and COSCO at Khalifa Port through process redesign and systems integration.
• Contributed to customs modernization initiatives supporting e-commerce growth (including Amazon-related flows).
• Designed award-winning Port Vessel Management System (MARSA), recipient of IdeasUK 2020 Innovation Award.

Technology platform supporting the digital ecosystem of the Port of Barcelona.

• Directed consulting division and managed digital services portfolio.
• Spearheaded international expansion, generating up to 35% of total company revenue from international projects.
• Led strategic consultancy project for Abu Dhabi Ports including:
  International benchmarking
  Full PCS conceptual design
  Business case development
  Tender documentation preparation
• Oversaw deployment of EDI/XML-based document exchange and container tracking platforms.