Vessel Tracking Tool

Vessel tracking consists of checking a ship’s current location anytime and anywhere in the world. Having this information is key for all the stakeholders of the sea transport industry: shippers, importers, shipping lines and shipping agencies, freight forwarders, port authorities, etc. It helps them in various ways, depending on their respective activities:

• prepare documentation, customs clearance, and cargo pick-up
• better manage operations
• improve vessel security
• follow-up their fleet performance
• ensure smooth communication between remote ashore/offshore parties

Finding a vessel’s exact location along its journey and getting details about it only takes seconds, using its name or MMSI/IMO number. Using our vessel tracking solution that aggregate data from all vessel monitoring systems (VMS) offer accurate information on any ship.

A container ship's real-time location can be easily tracked on dedicated websites or apps, thanks to the data provided by the Automatic Identification System (AIS) worldwide network. The user can simply use either the container number or the Master Bill of Lading. If he/she knows the IMO number or the name of the vessel that carries its cargo, he/she may also use it to follow up on the vessel's progress at sea.

Vessel tracking is important because it enhances safe navigation, operational efficiency, transparency, and security in the maritime industry. It provides real-time visibility of each ship’s precise location worldwide, allowing stakeholders to monitor movements, avoid collisions, and respond quickly to emergencies.

Vessel tracking heavily relies on data, especially from the Automatic Identification System (AIS). AIS furnishes up-to-the-minute updates regarding vessel positions, velocities, and identities, thereby playing a vital role in promoting maritime safety and facilitating optimal navigation.

AIS data serves as a valuable tool for monitoring vessel activity in terms of security measures and adherence to regulatory standards. Drawing insights from historical AIS data assists in pinpointing patterns and trends, thereby enabling optimized routing and well-informed decision-making. In essence, AIS data acts as an irreplaceable asset for ensuring efficient maritime management and enforcing safety protocols.

By utilizing vessel tracking, one can circumvent alterations in schedules and receive up-to-the-minute data, thereby eliminating the need to share information and deal with vessel delays.

Furthermore, the integration of vessel tracking through APIs simplifies the process by eliminating the need to manually check shipping company websites.

Ship owners harness the power of real-time data insights to monitor their fleet’s performance effectively. By optimizing routes based on this information, they can substantially reduce fuel consumption and overall operational costs. For cargo owners, our system provides detailed updates on the location of their goods and estimated time of arrival. This level of transparency enables precise planning of logistics operations, leading to smoother supply chain management.

Port authorities benefit significantly from a vessel tracking system, gaining a comprehensive overview of all incoming and outgoing vessels. This enhanced visibility enhances efficiency in port operations and facilitates compliance monitoring with regulatory requirements.

Insurance companies use vessel tracking to mitigate risks effectively . By monitoring vessels' movements, weather conditions, and potential threats in real-time, they can proactively identify and address issues, ultimately reducing the likelihood of costly incidents and claims.