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Actual Time of Departure (ATD)
Core Container Tracking Terms
Actual Time of Departure (ATD)
"The confirmed date and time a shipment or vessel actually departed."
More terms in Core Container Tracking Terms
Container Number
A unique identification number assigned to a shipping container used for tracking across the supply chain.
Booking Number
A reference number issued when shipment space is reserved with a carrier or forwarder.
Bill of Lading (BL / BOL)
A shipping document that serves as a receipt of goods and contract between shipper and carrier.
Shipment Tracking
The process of monitoring a shipment's movement and status from origin to destination.
Milestone Tracking
Tracking shipment progress through key events such as departure, arrival, and delivery.
Real-Time Tracking
Shipment updates provided as soon as new carrier or port data becomes available.
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