Taiwan International Ports Corporation Deploys 150 Air Quality Sensors to Enhance Environmental Monitoring Across Seven Major Ports

Kaohsiung, Taiwan — To improve air quality at Taiwan’s seven major international commercial ports — Keelung, Taipei, Su’ao, Taichung, Kaohsiung, Tainan Anping, and Hualien — the Taiwan International Ports Corporation (TIPC) announced plans to complete the installation of 150 micro air quality sensors this year.

These sensors will provide 24-hour real-time monitoring and will be densely deployed at key areas, including bulk cargo handling zones, main port transportation routes, and perimeter areas adjacent to urban districts. The sensors will be spaced every 100 to 300 meters to ensure comprehensive coverage.

TIPC stated that the monitoring system measures temperature, humidity, particulate matter (PM10 and PM2.5), and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Any abnormal readings will trigger immediate alerts, enabling port operators to identify pollution sources quickly. The collected data will be integrated to analyze pollution hotspots and peak occurrence times, allowing for targeted response measures.

According to TIPC, the main sources of air pollution within the port areas are ships, cargo handling activities, and transport vehicles. Currently, 59 air quality monitoring points have been installed. The addition of 150 micro sensors will significantly strengthen environmental monitoring capabilities, with priority given to bulk cargo operations zones, major port roads, and areas bordering urban communities.

In addition, in line with plans to develop Tainan Anping Port into Taiwan’s largest yacht marina, TIPC has installed three automatic continuous water quality monitoring stations in the area. These stations provide real-time data on pH levels, dissolved oxygen, ammonia nitrogen, and biochemical oxygen demand (BOD), ensuring comprehensive oversight of the marina’s water environment.