Container Tracking API for Shippers BCOs
Track containers across multiple ocean carriers with a single API.
SeaVantage’s Container Tracking API gives Shippers and BCOs real-time visibility into container movements across global shipping lines.
Access standardized tracking events, vessel data, and predictive ETAs through a single integration.
Answer critical supply chain questions instantly
Current Location
Know exactly where your container is right now, eliminating blind spots.
Vessel Status
Instantly verify if the vessel has departed, arrived, or is in transit.
Delay Monitoring
Proactively detect if the shipment is delayed due to port congestion.
Predictive ETAs
Accurately predict when the container will arrive at the destination port.
A Unified Container Tracking API
Instead of integrating with multiple carrier systems, Shippers and BCOs can integrate once with SeaVantage to access container tracking information across global shipping lines. We standardize shipment milestones so you can easily ingest data into your own ERP or tracking systems.
Multi-Carrier Container Tracking
Track containers across major global ocean carriers through a single API integration. We aggregate shipment data so Shippers can achieve unified visibility regardless of which shipping line moves the container, simplifying integration completely.
Real-Time Shipment Status Updates
Continuously monitor vessel movements, port events, and tracking updates. Receive standardized milestones including vessel departure/arrival, transshipments, port discharge, and gate-out events to identify potential delays earlier.
Predictive Container Arrival Times
Traditional carrier ETAs often change. Our predictive models analyze vessel movements, port congestion data, and historical shipping patterns to generate more accurate container arrival predictions to help you plan downstream operations.
Port and Vessel Event Monitoring
Go beyond container status updates. Gain visibility into vessel and port events affecting shipments. Monitor vessel port arrivals, congestion impacts, schedule changes, and route progress to understand the root causes of shipment delays.
Two Powerful APIs. One Integration.
Built by developers, to save your engineering team time. Choose the level of visibility you need with our standardized JSON endpoints.
1. Core API
GET /cargo/searchRetrieves real-time shipment tracking information — updated every 2 hours
- Basic shipment information
- Vessel and voyage information
- Scheduled, actual, and predicted departure and arrival times
- Port call and berthing timestamps
- Transshipment status and events
- Standardized container milestones (Gate-In, Loaded, Discharged, Departed)
2. Extended API
GET /cargo/search/past-trackA premium visibility layer that extends Core API with advanced vessel tracking insights — updated every 2 hours
- All Core API information included
- Real-time AIS-based vessel position updates
- Vessel profile details, including ship identity and vessel type
- Frequently refreshed historical vessel track data for route analysis
- Navigation insights, such as speed, heading, and course over ground
{
"status": "success",
"data": {
"shipment_info": {
"container_number": "MSCU1234567",
"milestone": "Departed",
"predictive_eta": "2026-03-22T08:00:00Z"
},
"vessel_tracking": {
"vessel_name": "MSC AMSTERDAM",
"vessel_type": "Container Ship",
"ais_position": {
"latitude": 31.2304,
"longitude": 121.4737,
"last_updated": "2026-03-08T18:30:00Z"
},
"navigation": {
"speed_knots": 14.2,
"heading": 275,
"course_over_ground": 274.5
}
}
}
}
Who Uses the Container Tracking API?
Providing unified visibility and flawless data standardization for every stakeholder in the logistics ecosystem.
Freight Forwarders
Automate container updates for your clients and drastically reduce support calls about shipment statuses.
3PL Platforms
Enhance your proprietary TMS with reliable, real-time ocean freight tracking data to maintain a competitive edge.
Supply Chain Visibility
Feed standardized milestones into your control tower environments to provide end-to-end transparency.
Shippers and BCOs
Track raw materials and finished goods precisely to optimize inventory levels and avoid costly production delays.
Logistics Software
Build better ERPs and SaaS products by easily plugging in best-in-class container tracking as a core feature.
Start Tracking Containers with One API
Container tracking is a critical capability for modern Shippers and BCOs. Simplify shipment visibility with a unified API and deliver consistent, reliable tracking experiences across your supply chain.
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Global Coverage Across Ocean Carriers
Trusted by Logistics Technology Platforms
"For years, we struggled to access ocean carrier data to provide our customers with accurate shipment visibility. Working with SeaVantage allowed us to access multiple carrier data on one platform, as well as predicted visibility — meaning we are able to inform our customers in advance of unforeseen delays and disruptions of their shipment."
Hyundai Glovis