REVOLUTIONISING FREIGHT LOGISTICS: THE ROLE OF BLOCKCHAIN IN CARGO HANDLING OPERATIONS

Nurdiana B.  Sakeri; Adel Gohari; Kasypi  Mokhtar; Arife Tugsan  Isiacik Colak; Rudiah Md  Hanafiah; Olakunle  Oloruntobi; Teh Sabariah  Abd Manan; Amir Sharifuddin  Ab Latip; Haspinor  Teh

doi:10.46754/jml.2025.08.004

Authors

Nurdiana B. Sakeri Universiti Malaysia Terengganu
Adel Gohari Universiti Malaysia Terengganu
Kasypi Mokhtar Universiti Malaysia Terengganu
Arife Tugsan Isiacik Colak International Maritime College Oman
Rudiah Md Hanafiah Universiti Malaysia Terengganu
Olakunle Oloruntobi Port of Singapore Authority
Teh Sabariah Abd Manan Universiti Malaysia Terengganu
Amir Sharifuddin Ab Latip Universiti Teknologi MARA
Haspinor Teh Universiti Malaysia Terengganu

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.46754/jml.2025.08.004

Keywords:

Blockchain, cargo handling, review

Abstract

This paper explores how blockchain technology is transforming freight handling in the logistics sector by examining its effects on cargo handling operations. To ensure a comprehensive review of the academic literature and to identify relevant documents, the study followed the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines. An analysis was conducted on 21 documents (out of 103), published between 2019 and 2024, which were retrieved from the Scopus database. The findings reveal that blockchain technology significantly enhances cargo handling by improving efficiency, transparency, and data security through real-time tracking, automated verification, and immutable data storage—thereby transforming traditional logistics operations into more reliable, cost-effective, and trustworthy systems. This review offers valuable insights for logistics professionals, supply chain managers, policymakers, and technology developers seeking to improve cargo handling through innovative digital solutions.

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