La Fundación Valenciaport has formally begun its participation in the security project CustomAI («AI technologies for enhancing capabilities, greater efficiency and effectiveness for customs»), an ambitious European initiative that seeks to revolutionize customs control through the application of Artificial Intelligence (AI)In direct collaboration with the Agencia Estatal de la Administración Tributaria (AEAT) and Guardia CivilThe Valencian agency will work alongside 18 other entities to reduce false positives in inspections and strengthen community borders.
Towards digital customs control: The VCCO concept
The technological core of CustomAI resides in the creation of Virtual Custom Control Operations (VCCOThis virtual operations center will enable digitized and predictive management of the flow of goods, containers, and parcels. The implementation of these robust and non-intrusive technologies Its purpose is to accurately detect high-risk loads, ensuring a critical balance between the National security and logistical agility necessary in contemporary global trade.
As a strategic link, the Fundación Valenciaport will coordinate the operational needs of the Guardia Civil, the AEAT and the port police. This mediation work is essential for the tools of IA developed to respond to the real challenges faced by agents at terminals.
Investment and deployment of the European consortium
The project has a financial endowment that exceeds 3 millones de euros, supported by the Agencia Ejecutiva Europea de Clima, Infraestructuras y Medio Ambiente (CINEA)During the kickoff meeting held in Granada, it was confirmed that the Puerto de Valencia It will be one of the main settings for the pilot tests, where the solutions designed by the consortium led by will be tested. Legind Technologies.
| Concept | CustomAI Project Details |
|---|---|
| Total budget | More than 3.000.000 euros |
| Participating entities | 21 organizations (including INDRA, ISDEFE y CEA) |
| Pilot testing site | Puerto de Valencia |
| Funding agency | CINEA (European Union) |
The consortium's prominent partners include leading companies such as INDRA Sistemas, INDRA Factoría Tecnológica and Universidad de Granadaas well as customs authorities from countries such as Dinamarca, Rumanía y TurquíaThis diversity ensures that the final solution is scalable to the entire border infrastructure of the European Union.
- Optimization: Drastic reduction of unnecessary physical inspections thanks to data analytics.
- Safety: Improved detection of illegal goods and contraband.
- Digitization: Establishment of the first Virtual Operations Center (VCCO) for customs.
Key points and frequently asked questions about CustomAI
What is the VCCO concept in customs control?
It is the Virtual Custom Control Operations , a virtual center designed to digitally manage the control of goods, containers and packages through the use of AI algorithms.
What is the main benefit for foreign trade?
Improved accuracy in detecting risky cargo allows for faster passage of legitimate goods, reducing border delays and improving operational efficiency in ports such as [port name missing]. Valencia.
Who leads and funds this technological initiative?
The project is led by Legind Technologies and has a budget of more than 3 million euros co-financed by the European Union through the agency CINEA.
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