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Actual Time of Arrival (ATA) - refers to the precise moment when a shipment or cargo physically arrives at its destination.
Actual Time of Departure (ATD) - refers to the exact moment when a shipment or cargo physically leaves its point of origin or departure.
Article(s) - those are contents written by Terminal49 members. Its purpose is to offer solutions to customer inquiries and searches, along with providing product guidance.
Automatic Identification System (AIS): An automated tracking system used in the maritime industry to monitor and exchange information between vessels and shore-based stations. It provides real-time data on a ship's position, speed, course, and other relevant information (IMO, vessel name/voyage).
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Berthing - is the process of mooring the vessel to a particular berth (dock or quay) within the port. It involves positioning the vessel alongside a dedicated space at the port where it will be secured.
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Cargo or Container Rolling - It is also known as rolled cargo, which refers to containers not loaded onboard the planned vessel and are, therefore, rolled over to the next scheduled sailing.
Certificate of Origin - Certifies that the product was manufactured or processed in a particular country, thereby authenticating the source. It has gained importance in light of trade sanctions imposed on exports from certain countries and is used to prove that the product is imported from non-sanctioned countries.
Commercial Invoice - is an essential document in international trade transactions, serving as a contract and proof of sale between the exporter and importer, outlining the commercial terms of the transaction.
Container Milestones - refer to significant events or checkpoints provided by the Steamship Line, that occur during the transportation of containers. These milestones help track and monitor the progress of containers throughout their journey from the origin to the destination.
Container Number - is a unique alphanumeric code that is assigned to an individual shipping container for identification and tracking purposes. It serves as a unique identifier for a particular container throughout its journey in the transportation and logistics chain, enabling efficient management, monitoring, and tracing of containers.
Note: Tracking by container number is only supported via Terminal49 API.
Container Terminal - is a facility specifically designed and equipped to handle the movement, storage, and transfer of shipping containers. It serves as a crucial link in global supply chains by facilitating the efficient handling and transfer of goods between different modes of transportation, such as ships, trucks, and trains.
Containers - also known as cargo containers or freight containers, are standardized metal boxes designed for the transport and storage of goods. They are widely used in the global shipping industry to facilitate the movement of goods by various modes of transportation, including ships, trucks, and trains.
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Daily Digest Email - is a summary email that provides a compilation of information or updates from Terminal49, which includes a collection of important notifications such as Shipments arriving, ETA Changes, new shipments being tracked.
Demurrage - refers to the number of days a container is inside a container terminal before it is picked up by the consignee and taken out of the port premises.
Detention - refers to the time a consignee takes to pick up a container from the destination port, unload it, and then return it to the Carrier.
Drayage - Drayage is generally used to denote the transport of the container or cargo from the maritime port to the final destination. It involves trucking cargo over short distances.
DS - Dry Standard. It is a standard, enclosed, and weatherproof container used for the efficient and secure transportation of various goods by sea, land, or rail.
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Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA) - refers to the projected time frame when a shipment or cargo is expected to arrive at its destination as communicated by the carrier. It is an estimation based on several factors, including the distance between the origin and destination, transportation mode, carrier schedules, customs procedures, and potential delays due to unforeseen circumstances.
Estimated Time of Departure (ETD) - refers to the projected time frame when a shipment or cargo is expected to leave its point of origin or departure. It is an estimation based on various factors, such as the nature of the shipment, transportation mode, distance, carrier schedules, customs processes, and other logistical considerations.
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Freetime - is the number of days a consignee has to evacuate a container from the port and return the empty container to the Carrier. Freetime could be separate for detention and demurrage or combined for both activities.
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Gate In Date - It is the cutoff date before an exporter must deliver the loaded container to the port of origin. It is generally a few days before the arrival of the vessel on which the container is booked, and it is mandated that the port and carrier have sufficient time to plan stowage and storage.
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Holds - when a hold is in place, the terminal will not release the container for pickup (“not available”) until they are cleared. The shipper or forwarder is generally responsible for resolving these issues. During this time, the countdown to Last Free Day (LFD) continues, which can result in demurrage fees.
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Last checked - refers to the most recent time or date when the terminal data was refreshed. It is located under the container number in the shipment's page.
Last Free Day (LFD) - is a term used in shipping and logistics to refer to the final day by which a container or cargo must be picked up or returned to the port or container terminal without incurring additional charges. Usually get 4-5 free days at the terminal.
Last Refreshed - refers to the most recent time or date when the shipment data was refreshed. It is located under the container number in the shipment's page.
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Notifications Tab - this is where you can adjust the notification settings of your account. Please note that this is only available for dashboard users.
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On-Carriage - refers to the inland leg of the cargo movement at the destination, from the port of discharge to the final destination.
Original ETA (Estimated Time of Arrival) - refers to the estimated date and time at which a vessel is expected to arrive at its intended destination port or terminal as communicated by the carrier.
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Place of Delivery - It is the final destination of the cargo, where the container has to be delivered after it is discharged at the destination port. Movement to the place of delivery can be handled by the carrier or by the importer themselves.
Place of Receipt - It is often different from the port of origin, referring to the location where the cargo is available and needs to be picked up by the container carrier. It usually is the manufacturer's premises, from which the Carrier will arrange a pick up in case they have been contracted for the inland leg as well.
Pre-Alert / Arrival Notice - It is a notification sent to the consignee or their agent to inform them about the expected arrival date of the vessel on which their cargo has been loaded, thus allowing them to start working on the customs and clearance processes and arrange timely evacuation and on-carriage.
Pre-Carriage - Refers to the inland leg of the movement from the place of delivery to the origin port.
Port of Discharge (POD) - also known as the destination port, refers to the port where containers are unloaded from a vessel. It is the point at which the cargo is transferred from the carrier to the consignee or their designated agent.
Port of Lading (POL) - also known as a port of loading, refers to the port where containers are loaded onto a vessel for transportation.
Proforma Invoice - is a preliminary bill or offer from the seller, which, when finalized, is used to prepare the commercial invoice. It is not legally binding, and its contents can be revised based on negotiations and agreements between the buyer and the seller.
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Real-Time Visibility - refers to providing exporters and importers live information on the status and location of the commodity being shipped. It provides visibility on cargo movement and is increasingly essential for supply chain planning and optimizing inventory management.
Reference Numbers - is a unique alphanumeric identifier assigned to a specific shipment or transaction to facilitate tracking, documentation, and communication between various parties involved in the shipping process. It serves as a reference point to identify and retrieve information related to a particular shipment or transaction.
RFID - stands for Radio Frequency Identification Devices, which are fitted in shipping containers, and used to transmit information regarding container location, thereby facilitating Real-Time Visibility.
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Shipment Number - is a unique identifier assigned to a specific shipment or package for tracking and identification purposes.
Slow Steaming - refers to Container Carriers sailing vessels at a lower speed to reduce bunker consumption and emissions. It generally results in longer transit times and increases days taken for cargo to reach its destination, necessitating the holding of excess inventory.
Steamship Line - also known as a shipping company, ocean carrier, or liner operator, is a company that specializes in transporting goods and cargo via sea vessels.
Standard Carrier Alpha Code (SCAC) - refers to shipping lines; you'll see it embedded within B/L's. It’s a code used to identify vessels operating common carriers (VOCC). It is typically two to four letters long.
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Tags - also known as shipping tags or shipping labels, are physical or digital markers used to identify and track packages or shipments during the shipping process.
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User(s) - refers to individuals who have created an account on the Terminal49 platform.
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Vessel/Voyage - “Voyage” refers to the specific journey or trip made by a vessel while "vessel" refers to the physical ship used for transportation. The voyage emphasizes the movement, logistics, and transportation aspects, while the vessel focuses on the ship itself, its characteristics, and ownership.