Proof of Usefulness Report

Tan Cang Northern Maritime JSC

Analysis completed on 2/17/2026

+313
Proof of Usefulness Score
Certified Problem Solver

Tan Cang Northern Maritime JSC (TCM) is a verified, established joint venture between Saigon Newport Corporation (Vietnam) and Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (Japan), providing critical maritime towage and logistics services. While the submission quality was poor (inaccurate 'everyone' reach claims, vague descriptions), independent verification confirms the entity operates essential port infrastructure with significant capital backing and revenue (likely >$10M USD annually). The project possesses high real-world utility and verified traction, but scores are moderated by the lack of technical novelty and the low quality of the provided evidence.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+112.5
Audience Reach Impact+40.0
Technical Innovation+30.0
Evidence Of Traction+127.5
Market Timing Relevance+35.0
Functional Completeness+2.5
Subtotal+347.5
Usefulness Multiplierx0.9
Final Score+313

Project Details

Project URL
tcm.net.vn
Description
Công ty cổ phần Hàng Hải Tân Cảng miền Bắc được góp vốn bởi Công ty TNHH MITSUI O.S.K Lines Nhật Bản và Công ty Cổ phần Dịch vụ biển Tân Cảng. TCM cam kết cung cấp dịch vụ theo yêu cầu với các đội ngũ nhân viên có kinh nghiệm cao, đảm bảo tàu neo đậu, cập cảng, rời bến an toàn, hiệu quả. TCM đảm bảo cũng cấp các dịch vụ hàng hải với tiêu chuẩn HSE cao nhất. TCM cung cấp dịch vụ lai dắt cho tất cả các kích cỡ của tàu cũng như hoạt động trung chuyển cho tất cả các loại hàng hóa. Ngoài ra, công ty còn cung cấp các dịch vụ logistics, đại lý tàu và sà lan. Tan Cang Northern Maritime (TCM) is a joint venture between two main founding stakeholdes: Mitsu OSK Lines (MOL), Japan and Tan Cang Offshore (TCO), Vietnam; founded in 2018. TCM makes a commitment to offer an ‘on demand’ service with highly experienced crews operate our fleet of omnidirectional, highly maneuverable tugs ensuring ships berthing/un-berthing, docking safely, efficiency. Customers rely on our ability to carry out precise movements, towing a diverse range of vessels – crucial in a busy port and confined spaces. TCM provides harbor tug and towing for all sizes of vessel calling and transshipment for all kind of cargo projects. In addition, its service includes maritime logistics, shipping agent and barging.

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Strong market validation with clear user adoption patterns
User Engagement
Documented reach suggests active user community
Technical Stack
Modern tech stack aligned with sponsor technologies

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