Container Tracking API

One integration everything you need for tracking.
97% global coverage with 200+ providers in a single API.
Smart, quick, and accurate method to track all your shipments.

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Reliable ocean
freight tracking data

SeaRates Tracking API simplifies the understanding of ocean freight data, makes it simple to input into your TMS, and expedites the delivery of ocean freight data to your clients.

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Container Tracking

SeaRates standardizes the most relevant and reliable data for over 97 % of worldwide shipping. This
guarantees that you get reliable data that is provided in real time for full visibility of ocean freight. To ensure that you don't miss anything, data is gathered from over 180 providers, including all major ocean carriers, NVOCCs, ports, terminals, and leasing companies.

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Container Tracking: Seamless integration with your system

Smoothly connect Container Tracking with comprehensive data from ocean carriers, terminals, AIS, AI, etc., to your existing ERP, TMS, or any other software system. Gain unparalleled visibility into your shipments, optimizing your logistics operations, and making data-driven decisions.

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How SeaRates Container Tracking API works for your business

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Ocean Visibility (Port-to-Port)

All carriers and data sources use the same data to create uniform milestones. So you don't have to, we continuously evaluate and modify data reporting standards.

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Exception Alerts

Recieve personalized notifications for rolled cargo, vessel delays, demurrage, and last free day.

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All-in-one Platform

SeaRates integrates all available carrier, terminal, third party, and proprietary data sources to provide the most reliable international ocean freight data.

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API + TMS Integration

Gain access to our API and easily create custom webhooks for seamless integration and convenience.

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Reliable Accuracy

Our process, which is the best in the business, ensures that every data is checked 100% before it is sent to you. That's reliable data.

SeaRates Container Tracking API is integrated with all major carriers, NVOCCs, and leasing companies

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Dedicated
customer service

Whether you are a freight forwarder or a shipper, we are committed to ensuring that you maintain control over your supply chain transparency. SeaRates was designed with you in mind, enabling you to work smarter, not harder.

The SeaRates team is committed to make logistics data available for everyone. Everything from the initial integration to the final troubleshooting is handled by us. We go above and more to guarantee that you can keep an eye on all your shipments.

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FAQs and Resources to help your journey

What shipments is the Container Tracking API able to track?

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SeaRates Container Tracking API currently combines the best and most accurate data fields from the following sources into one platform:

  • All major ocean carriers
  • Vessel AIS tracking providers
  • Third party data sources
  • Proprietary data sources

What is the best way to integrate the API into my TMS
and software-based applications?

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SeaRates Tracking API can be easily mapped and integrated into most TMS in a matter of a few days. Contact us about our integration and you'll get a free guide that will help you be up and running in less than 48 hours.

What data do I need to start tracking?

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The BL, Container, and Booking numbers are all you need. There is never a need to receive or store any sensitive business information.

What data fields are reported by SeaRates?

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SeaRates standardizes, enriches, and reports the most accurate milestone events, tracking data, and ocean carrier data on all containers, guaranteeing that they reach their destinations on time. Request a free guide from us to have a better understanding of all of the data fields that we provide.

What is the frequency with which I will get tracking updates?

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Every day, SeaRates provides tracking updates using proprietary algorithms that determines the optimal and most critical times to provide new data. Please contact our account manager if you require additional frequency.

How does your pricing work?

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SeaRates is priced on a per-container-usage basis, and it can be scaled up and down to meet the requirements of your business and seasonal variations. Monthly or yearly billing periods are offered, with volume-based discounts available for annual commitments. API use, additional users, and implementation assistance are included at no extra cost to you.