How To Initiate Shipment Tracking On Terminal49

Last updated: April 16, 2026

List of different pathways of initiating shipment tracking on Terminal49 and how to do it:

1.) Terminal49 Dashboard

List of different request number types for creating tracking requests in T49:

Master Bill of lading (MBL)- is a document issued by a carrier, and it represents the contract of carriage for the goods. It usually starts with a 4-digit Ocean Carrier Prefix.

Examples: MAEU226218467, CMDUSGN1798791, EGLV236300140503.

Booking Number - is a unique reference number that is assigned to a certain space reservation by the carrier or the carrier’s agent. It usually doesn't start with 4-digit prefix.

Examples: 5951743000, N360167225

Container Numbers - is a sequence of four letters and seven numbers that help identify containers internationally. Tracking by container number is only supported via Terminal49 API and email upload.
Examples: MSKU1095840, SUDU6039436, SUDU6684260

Click this link for more information about tracking support by document number type.

See next article: When Does Terminal49 Start Tracking a Shipment

If you need help with creating tracking requests or have any other questions, the fastest way to get assistance is through our in-app chat. You can also reach us at support@terminal49.com.