A Digital Platform for Port Management
How a modern and functional website consolidated the online presence of a public sector entity, serving as a communication and service tool.
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the brand
A APDL (Administração dos Portos do Douro, Leixões e Viana do Castelo) é uma entidade do setor público responsável pela gestão e desenvolvimento de infraestruturas portuárias cruciais para a economia portuguesa. A sua missão é garantir a eficiência e a segurança das operações nos portos, servindo a comunidade marítima e o público em geral. A APDL tem um papel fundamental na promoção da sustentabilidade e no crescimento económico da região.
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the challenge
The challenge was to create a website that would reflect the importance and complexity of APDL's operations while serving as a clear and accessible source of information for all its audiences: companies, port users, and the general public. The new platform needed to be intuitive, secure, and scalable, capable of integrating detailed information about services, news, regulations, and traffic updates, while maintaining an image of credibility and professionalism.
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the story
We developed a website for APDL using the Umbraco platform, with a focus on usability and accessibility. The new platform was designed to simplify navigation and search, allowing users to quickly find essential information such as tide times, operational news, and contacts. The design was conceived to be robust and functional, reflecting the seriousness and scale of APDL's operations.
The new APDL website is a strategic tool that supports its mission. The platform is not just an information portal; it is a resource center that strengthens communication with the port community and the public. Through optimized design and navigation, the website ensures that APDL can communicate efficiently, increasing transparency and trust with all its stakeholders.
