BRIE develops the technological core of a distributed Data Clean Room for logistics, designed to track goods, manage documentation and foster collaboration among operators across Europe, while simplifying administrative and customs procedures.
Research & Development
BRIE - Blockchain Register for Import-Export
A blockchain solution designed to make logistics and document processes more secure, traceable and efficient.
The technology
Blockchain, cryptography and smart contracts work together to ensure traceability, integrity and control over access to information.
Shared data, distributed control
At the core of the solution is a blockchain protocol that records and notarizes the different stages involved in the transit of goods and the related document process, enabling real-time traceability and making the source and authenticity of information verifiable.
Data is encrypted and stored in a distributed environment through IPFS. Attribute-based encryption and smart contracts manage access, integrity and links to process data, allowing information owners to determine who can access it.
Notarization and non-repudiation
Document source and authenticity can be verified throughout the process.
Selective data access
Visibility is defined by data owners, including for sensitive or commercially confidential information.
Real-time traceability
Goods movements and document exchanges are updated throughout transit.
Distributed storage
IPFS ensures continuous availability and authenticity of documents.
Notarization and non-repudiation
Document source and authenticity can be verified throughout the process.
Selective data access
Visibility is defined by data owners, including for sensitive or commercially confidential information.
Real-time traceability
Goods movements and document exchanges are updated throughout transit.
Distributed storage
IPFS ensures continuous availability and authenticity of documents.
Benefits
Reduced administrative burden
Simplify access to and exchange of documentation, reducing manual steps and administrative tasks.
More effective controls
Provide authorities with shared, verifiable and up-to-date information.
Greater reliability
Reduce fraud, document forgery and collusion among operators, increasing the reliability and verifiability of shared information.
More efficient logistics management
Foster new synergies among operators and a more efficient use of shared resources across storage and transit operations.
Resources and further reading
Partners
The project brings together technological, academic and industrial expertise to develop and validate the solution.
BRIE – Blockchain Register for Import-Export is a project co-funded by Cyber 4.0, in accordance with Decree No. 214 of the Ministry of Economic Development of 12 September 2017, within the framework of initiatives related to the National Industry 4.0 Plan.
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