Baltimore’s Rukert Terminals to Implement Tideworks Technology’s Genoa Breakbulk Management System

SEATTLE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Tideworks Technology®, Inc., a leading provider of full-service terminal management and planning software solutions, and Rukert Terminals Corporation, a privately owned and operated Baltimore, Md., company which specializes in the handling of metals, ores, fertilizers, alloys and other dry bulk and break-bulk cargoes, today announced that they have reached an agreement for the implementation of Tideworks’ Genoa Breakbulk Management System® at the 130-acre terminal operated by Rukert in the Port of Baltimore. This project will be Tideworks’ first project in the Port of Baltimore and its first implementation of Genoa on the Eastern seaboard.

Rukert’s cargo base encompasses forest and metal products, heavy lifts, rolling stock, bulk commodities and containers. Tideworks will deploy the Genoa Breakbulk Management System suite of products designed to effectively manage all aspects of multipurpose terminal business including all of Rukert’s cargo tracking needs, storage and warehousing and billing. In addition, Rukert will use Genoa Online to provide customers Internet access to inventory information, delivery orders and various reporting tools.

“We’re pleased and excited to be working with Tideworks, as they’ve been extremely responsive to our needs,” said John Coulter, president of Rukert Terminals Corporation. “Their industry-leading, cost-effective and flexible multipurpose terminal solutions fit hand in hand with Rukert’s operational initiatives. Tideworks experience and proven track record will afford us a nearly seamless implementation, and we’re on target for a Q1 2009 rollout of the Genoa system.”

As part of its services offering, Tideworks will specify the hardware and networking requirements to run the Tideworks software at peak efficiency; assist with third-party software procurement; identify and develop any software customization needed to meet Rukert’s requirements; provide user training and go-live support; and supply ongoing maintenance and technical support of Tideworks’ solutions.

Tideworks will provide remote server and database management to ensure maximum uptime and performance levels of the Rukert terminal system. Tideworks is also working with Rukert to identify requirements and implement customized mobile computing solutions (including bar code scanners) to meet Rukert’s needs.

“Rukert is an extremely well known and well-respected stevedore and terminal operator with 87 years of experience in the Port of Baltimore,” said Michael Schwank, president of Tideworks Technology. “It’s Rukert’s aim with the Genoa System to further support their customers’ needs by updating the company’s technology solutions to enhance cargo visibility and operational efficiencies. We couldn’t be more pleased and proud to play such a significant role.”

About Rukert Terminals

Rukert Terminals Corporation is a privately-owned and operated company which specializes in the handling of metals, ores, fertilizers, alloys, and other dry bulk and break-bulk cargoes. Services include stevedoring, warehousing, and transfer to and from vessel, rail or truck. For more information about Rukert Terminals Corp., visit www.rukert.com.

About Tideworks Technology

Tideworks is a leading provider of cost-effective, reliable software solutions for growing terminal operations and shipping lines worldwide. The company helps more than 23,000 users at nearly 70 facilities run their operations more efficiently and profitably. From optimized equipment utilization to faster turn times, Tideworks works at every step of terminal operations to maximize productivity and customer service. For more information about Tideworks Technology, visit www.tideworks.com/.

Tideworks Technology and Genoa Breakbulk Management System, are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Tideworks Technology in the United States and/or other countries. All other product and company names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective owners.