Pori, FI modernizes port businesses through 5G test bed partnership with Elisa and Robocoast
The Port of Pori houses a 5G network from Elisa accessible by all port-based businesses. The network standardizes fast data transfers essential for pilots and product development. Research consortium Robocoast provides technical assistance to businesses in need of logistics, e-commerce, and communications solutions. This assistance includes automation and artificial intelligence tools developed at the Robocoast R&D Center.
Pori, FI
Finland
Pori, FI prepares local residents for food waste disposal changes with biowaste recovery pilot
Seven hundred apartments and homes in six areas were selected to separate kitchen waste from trash headed to the landfill. Each participant received a kitchen caddy, step-by-step instructions, and enough biodegradable bags for the six-month program. Pori issued a 240-liter curbside bin for every six households to maximize bin use. Municipal officials surveyed pilot participants to determine how the program can improve by 2024.
Pori, FI
Finland
Pori, FI introduces Chatbotti pilot to connect residents and visitors with digital resources
A chatbot from Lekane Oy is available by clicking the bear icon on the city's main website and the Visit Pori website. The bot asks users a series of questions to identify pages that meet their needs. Chatbotti refers users to live chats with customer service officers when programmed questions are exhausted. The four-month pilot will evaluate user experiences and personnel hours saved with the bot's assistance.
Pori, FI
Finland