ZIM
ZIMUZIM Integrated Shipping Services, founded in 1945 and headquartered in Haifa, Israel, ranks among the top 10 global container carriers. Operating a fleet of over 140 vessels, ZIM specializes in Asia-US, Mediterranean, and cross-Atlantic trade routes with innovative digital shipping solutions.
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ZIM tracking on Traqo
Live numbers from ZIM shipments tracked through our platform.
How ZIM container numbers are structured
Every ZIM container number follows the ISO 6346 standard — a 4-letter owner prefix, the equipment category letter "U", a 6-digit serial number and a final check digit, for a total of 11 characters.
Example format:ZCSU1234567
ZIM bills of lading
We've handled tracking lookups for 22 ZIM bills of lading so far. To track yours, switch the search above to "BL" and paste in your number — we'll pull the linked containers, ports and timeline in one go.
Browse all tracked BLs →How to Track ZIM Shipments
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Input your container or BL number
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ZIM Tracking Features
Comprehensive tools to monitor every aspect of your ZIM shipments
Real-Time Location Tracking
See exactly where your ZIM container is at any moment. Our interactive map displays live vessel positions, port calls, and route progress. Get instant visibility into your cargo's journey from origin to destination with automatic updates throughout the day.
- Interactive map with live vessel positions
- Port-to-port progress tracking
- Automatic status updates
Complete Shipment Timeline
Track every milestone in your shipment's journey with our detailed event timeline. From container pickup to final delivery, see all status updates, port activities, and estimated arrival times in one clear chronological view.
- Chronological event history
- Port and terminal updates
- Accurate ETA predictions
Smart Shipment Alerts
Never miss an important update. Receive instant notifications when your container status changes, arrives at a port, or has an updated ETA. Stay informed without constantly checking - our alert system keeps you in the loop automatically.
- Instant status change notifications
- ETA update alerts
- Port arrival notifications
Why Track ZIM with Traqo Ocean?
The smarter way to monitor your ZIM shipments
Accurate & Reliable
Precise tracking data directly from ZIM's network
Global Coverage
Track across all major shipping routes worldwide
24/7 Availability
Track your shipments anytime, anywhere
Secure & Private
Your tracking data is handled securely
ZIM Tracking FAQ
Common questions about tracking ZIM shipments
How do I track a ZIM container?
Enter your container number in the search box above. Numbers start with ZIMU followed by 7 digits. Our system auto-detects the carrier and retrieves the latest tracking information for you instantly.
What container prefixes does ZIM use?
ZIM's SCAC code is "ZIMU". On Traqo we have seen 16 distinct ISO 6346 container prefixes from this carrier: ZCSU, CAAU, CAIU, SEGU, TGBU, BEAU, DRYU, GAOU, and 8 more. The most active prefix is ZCSU with 7 tracked containers.
Can I track using a Bill of Lading?
Yes! Switch to "BL" mode in the search box, enter your Bill of Lading number, and our system will retrieve all associated container and shipment details. This is useful when you have multiple containers under one BL.
Is tracking free?
Free lookups let you check ZIM container and BL status instantly. To save shipments, get alerts, and manage everything from a dashboard, check out our Professional plan.
How accurate is the tracking data?
We provide highly accurate data by connecting directly with ZIM's systems and terminal operators. Our data is updated regularly throughout the day with near real-time container movements and port activities.
How much ZIM data does Traqo have?
We have tracked 34 unique ZIM containers and 22 bills of lading on Traqo. Each tracking lookup retrieves current location, vessel information, ports, ETA and a complete event timeline directly from ZIM's systems.
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