What are the best tools for Hapag-Lloyd tracking?
When it comes to Hapag-Lloyd container tracking, you can choose between spreadsheets from your freight forwarder, manually checking Hapag-Lloyd's online cargo tracking portal, or utilizing advanced unified visibility solutions for real-time supply chain insights.
Relying solely on spreadsheets or carrier-specific portals may be limiting for managing diverse shipments or handling disruptions efficiently. Beacon, an innovative cargo tracking solution, consolidates all shipment information into a single platform, enabling personalized notifications for exceptions, analysis of tracking milestones, and optimization of lead times to enhance overall supply chain performance.
About Hapag-Lloyd
Hapag-Lloyd, a major global container shipping company, traces its roots back to 1847 when Hamburg-American Line (HAPAG) was founded in Hamburg, Germany. The company has grown through a series of mergers and acquisitions with Norddeutscher Lloyd, Chilean shipping company CSAV (Compañía Sud Americana de Vapores), United Arab Shipping Company and others. Hapag-Lloyd operates a diverse fleet serving key trade routes worldwide.
Hapag-Lloyd Cargo Tracking FAQs
The Standard Carrier Alpha Code (SCAC code) for Hapag-Lloyd is "HLCU."
Beacon provides a wide range of container tracking information for Hapag-Lloyd shipments. Key milestones include: Gate in Full, Loaded at POL, Departure from POL, Arrival at POD, Discharged at POD and Gate out Full. Estimated dates and times are available for arrival and departure milestones. Additional milestones allow you to track transshipments through intermediary ports. Information about the ports your containers are traveling to and vessels they are on are also available.
Hapag-Lloyd is a publicly traded company listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange. German billionaire Klaus-Michael Kühne is the largest shareholder.
Hapag-Lloyd was established in September 1970 following the merger of Hamburg-American Line (founded 1857) and Norddeutscher Lloyd (founded 1857).
The current CEO of Hapag-Lloyd is Rolf Habben Jansen.
Hapag-Lloyd reported a container fleet of 266 ships at the end of 2023. Of these, 10 vessels have a capacity in excess of 19,000 TEU with a further 11 having a capacity between 15,000 and 18,000 TEU.
To locate the tracking number for your Hapag-Lloyd shipment, check the shipping documents from the sender or your freight forwarder. Typically, you'll find the tracking number on the bill of lading, shipping confirmation email, or other related documentation provided to you.