In international maritime shipping, being able to monitor the real-time status of containers is a core requirement for every cargo owner and freight forwarder. There are numerous ports in Europe, and the management entities (such as terminals) and carriers (such as shipping companies) involved are all different.
In order to help everyone improve work efficiency, we have compiled a comprehensive list of tracking websites for container pick-up at major European terminals and shipping companies. We recommend saving this list!
The main European port tracking website
When the containers arrive in Europe, the first place they come into contact with is the port. Here are the official inquiry portals for the major ports in Europe:
EUROGATE Group (Hamburg/Bremen-Hafen/Wilhelmshaven)
The largest container terminal operator in Germany and a leading one in Europe.
Query platform: INFOGATE
Just input the container number to query the container information of all terminals under EUROGATE, including loading and unloading status and whether the container can be picked up, etc.
Direct link:
https://www1.eurogate.de/en/SERVICE/INFOGATE
2. ECT (Hutchison Whampoa Ports Group) - Rotterdam/Antwerp
ECT is the main operator of the largest port in Europe, Rotterdam.
Functions: It provides container tracking, voyage inquiries, and gate reservation services.
Query method: Registration of the ECT client or use of the Track & Trace function on its homepage is required for inquiries.
Direct link:
https://www.ect.nl/
3. Port de Barcelona
One of the most important ports in Spain.
Application name: CTA (Container Tracking Application)
Features: Displays the location of containers in real time, available 24 hours a day, supports single and batch queries.
Direct link:
https:// www.portdebarcelona.cat/en/business-and-services/services/client-services/client-applications/cta-container-tracking-application
4. Port of Antwerp
Query method: As Antwerp Port is a "walled port", the conditions of each terminal vary. It is usually recommended to use the third-party port community system Portconnect or directly query the specific shipping terminal company (such as MPET, PSA).
Reference Information Page:
https://novatraffic.ch/en/links/
5. HUPAC (European Railway Transport Company)
European multimodal transport (railway-road) service provider.
Query platform: WOLF
Functions: Not only can it query containers, but it also enables railway booking, tracking and management.
Direct link:
http://wolf.hupac.ch
6. Swissterminal (Switzerland / Rhine River Port in Germany)
Multi-modal transportation terminals covering Switzerland and the upper reaches of the Rhine River in Germany.
Functions: Container tracking, online booking.
Related Links:
https://www.swissterminal.com/
Main shipping company inquiry website
Before the goods arrive at the port, the most accurate source of information is the shipping company. Here are the main shipping companies serving the European routes and their query portals:
Maersk
Function: The most comprehensive tracking system in the industry, which can display the status of the bill of lading (B/L), container details and the estimated departure date (LTD).
Direct website:
https://www.maersk.com/tracking
2. Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC)
Function: Information can be retrieved by entering the bill of lading number or container number. The information is updated promptly.
Direct website:
https://www.msc.com/track-a-shipment
3. CMA CGM Shipping Company
Function: Includes cargo tracking services for brands such as APL and CNC.
Direct website:
https://www.cma-cgm.com/ebusiness/tracking
4. COSCO SHIPPING
Function: Query all transportation nodes, and provide information on inland extension services for the European section.
Query method:
The "Freight Tracking" section on the homepage of the official website.
5. Hapag-Lloyd
European mainland shipping companies, covering all major ports in Europe.
Query method:
The official website's Quick Check tool.
6. ONE (Ocean Network Express)
It was established through the merger of the three major Japanese shipping companies and has a wide coverage of European routes.
Query method:
The official website's Tracking page.
7. Query method for Evergreen Shipping:
The official "Freight Tracking" system.
Practical Suggestions
Sometimes, the consignor cannot find the information on the shipping company's website, or it shows "not yet docked". In such cases, you can try to conduct a "cross-query" using the following logic:
First, check the status with the shipping company.
Confirm whether the container has been unloaded from the ship and whether the customs clearance has been completed.
Then use the terminal system to check the container pickup
After the goods are unloaded from the ship and the customs clearance is completed, use the systems of EUROGATE, APM Terminals, etc. to query the specific storage yard location and the container pickup window time.
WeChat Mini Program Assistance
You can also search for "17TRACK" or "TrackingMore" in the WeChat Mini Program. These tools integrate data from most shipping companies and some trucking companies, and are suitable for quick queries on mobile devices.
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