Get 10 free Container / BL trackings every month.Sign up free →|Vessel Schedule Search is now live.Try it now →
Core Container Tracking Terms

Container Number

"A unique identification number assigned to a shipping container used for tracking across the supply chain."

More terms in Core Container Tracking Terms

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.
Live Container Status
The latest available movement or status update for a container.
← View full glossary