A new Dutch-Belgian initiative is seeking to strengthen port security by harnessing the power of the Internet of Things (IoT). The project is called “PASSAnT,” which is short for “PlAtform for innovative Security Solutions hArbours and Terminals.” It relies on the support of the Dutch government, the Dutch province of North Brabant, the Belgian province of West Flanders and the European Fund for Regional Development Flanders-Netherlands to counter criminals who’d abuse ports to smuggle humans, drugs and explosives. The goal of the project is for the Innos innovation network to develop smart solutions that can deter bad actors at these logistical and economic hubs.