ZIM Tracking —Container & Bill of Lading
Track your ZIM shipments in real time using your container number or bill of lading (B/L) number.
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How to Track Your ZIM Container with Tradlinx
Tracking your container is fast and easy with Tradlinx.Get real-time updates at every milestone from pickup to final return for complete shipment visibility.
Enter your ZIM container number
Input your 11-character container number into the search field at the top of this page (e.g., ZIMU1234567). Not sure what your container number looks like? See the guide below.
Click "Track Container"
View real-time container location, estimated arrival time, and potential delays — all in one place.
Check end-to-end container status
Track your container's journey in real-time, from pickup to final return.
What is a ZIM container number?
A shipping container number is a unique 11-character code used to identify containers in global logistics, regardless of the shipping line or operator. This number follows the ISO 6346 standard and consists of:
- 3-letter owner/operator code + 1 equipment category identifier (e.g. ZIMU, ZCSU, TLLU, TRHU)
- 6-digit serial number
- 1 check digit
Common Prefix Examples Used by ZIM and Other Shipping Lines:
- ZIMU – ZIM container
- ZCSU – ZIM container
- TLLU – ISO 6346-compliant container prefix
- TRHU – ISO 6346-compliant container prefix
*Many containers on ZIM vessels may be owned or operated by other shipping lines or leasing companies, but all follow the same international numbering system for identification and tracking.
How to Track ZIM Shipments Using Tradlinx B/L Tracking
Using the Tradlinx B/L Tracking tool, you can easily track the shipment status of all cargo handled by ZIM. Here's how:
Enter the Master B/L number issued by ZIM
Input your ZIM Master B/L number into the Tradlinx B/L Tracking tool at the top of this page.
Click the "Track B/L" button
Tradlinx will retrieve real-time shipment data directly from ZIM's carrier feed.
View real-time ZIM shipment details
See departure and arrival ports, transshipment updates, and estimated time of arrival (ETA) for your full consignment.
*Sign up as a Tradlinx Ocean Visibility trial user to track up to 3 additional shipments. Gain access to detailed operation logs, container events data, and more real-time insights.
What is a ZIM B/L number?
A ZIM B/L number consists of 7 letters followed by several digits. Enter the complete B/L number exactly as shown on your shipping document into the Tradlinx free B/L Tracking tool to track your cargo.
- 7 letters followed by several digits
- Example: ZIMUHFA12345
To identify the issuing party, check the bottom or top-right corner of the document.
About ZIM
| Company Overview | Details |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1945 |
| Headquarter | Israel |
| Ownership | Publicly listed |
| Container Prefix | ZIMU, ZCSU |
What is ZIM?
ZIM is an Israel-based global container shipping company founded in 1945. Headquartered in Haifa, the company operates international liner services connecting major markets across Asia, Europe, North America, Latin America, Africa, the Mediterranean, and other global trade regions.
ZIM provides container transportation services across major international trade corridors and operates a network combining mainline and regional services.
Visit WebsiteZIM Shipping Routes
ZIM operates container services across the following major trade lanes. Use the tracking tool above to check container or B/L status on any route.
| Route | Coverage |
|---|---|
| Asia – North America (Transpacific) | Asia → U.S. West Coast, U.S. East Coast |
| Asia – Mediterranean | Asia → Mediterranean |
| Europe – North America | Europe → North America |
| Asia – Latin America | Asia → Mexico, Central America, South America |
| Mediterranean – North America | Mediterranean → U.S., Canada |
| Regional Services | Asia, Mediterranean, Africa, Americas |
Why Use Tradlinx for ZIM Tracking?
API integration and vessel tracking signals for accurate, live status.
Port of loading, transshipment, ETA, and final destination — all in one view.
Track dozens of containers at once across all your active ZIM shipments.
Get notified the moment a vessel delay, port hold, or route change is detected.
