  In this paper we address the topic of a possible path to standardize the ICT
services expected to be delivered by the so-called "Port of the Future". A
survey of the most relevant technologies and Information Systems used by the
Port Communities for their businesses is discussed together with a detailed
analysis of the on-going actions carried on by Standard Setting Organizations.
Considering the examples given by the C-ITS Platform and the C-Roads programme
at EU level, a proposal of contents to be considered in a comprehensive
standardization action is proposed. The innovation services are therefore
grouped into four bundles: (i) Vessel & Marine Navigation, (ii) e-Freight &
(Intermodal) Logistics, (iii) Passenger Transport, (iv) Environmental control.
Considering the good practice and the background offered by the Port of Livorno
in terms of innovation actions, the prospected final user applications are then
labeled as Day 1, Day 1.5, and Day 2 services in consideration of the technical
and commercial gaps to be filled.
