MOL Container Tracking (MOLU, MOAU)

MOL Tracking: Track your MOL containers instantly. Enter your container number, Bill of Lading, or booking reference. Real-time status updates and AI-powered ETA predictions.

Prefixes: MOLU · MOAU 3 Free Credit · No credit card required

About MOL

MOL

MOL, founded in - in -, is one of the most prominent players in the global shipping industry. Headquartered in -, MOL operates a fleet of - vessels with a total capacity of - TEU.

With a workforce of over - employees worldwide, MOL specializes in container shipping, air cargo, and rail transport services across all major trade lanes.

For more information about MOL and its services, visit www.mol.co.jp .

Vessels

TEU Capacity

Employees

Founded

MOL Container Prefixes

MOL uses multiple container owner codes. Tracktainer auto-detects all of them:

Prefix	Brand / Division	Example
MOLU	MOL	MOLU7283610
MOAU	MOL	MOAU7283610

MOL Container Number Format (ISO 6346)

MOLU7283610

MOLU Owner code

728361 Serial (6 digits)

0 Check digit

Popular MOL Routes & Transit Times

Average transit times for the most popular MOL shipping routes.

Transit times are estimates based on historical data. Use our tracking tool for real-time ETA predictions.

How to Track MOL Containers

Three ways to track your MOL shipment.

By Container Number

Enter the 11-character container number starting with an MOL prefix. We auto-detect the carrier instantly.

Example: MOLU7283610

By Bill of Lading

Enter your MOL BL number to track all containers under that Bill of Lading. One BL can cover multiple containers, we show all of them.

Example: MOLUG1234567

By Booking Reference

Track using the MOL booking reference number. Ideal for pre-shipment visibility before the container is loaded.

Example: BKG0012345

Included in Tracking

MOL Empty Return Tracking

Tracktainer doesn't stop at delivery. We track the full container lifecycle, including the empty return phase. Know exactly when and where your MOL container needs to be returned, and get alerts before detention charges kick in.

Return depot visibility

See the assigned MOL empty return depot directly in your tracking dashboard.

Free time countdown

Live countdown showing exactly how many days remain before detention charges begin.

Detention alerts

Automatic notifications before free time expires - avoid costly D&D charges.

Gate-out to gate-in tracking

Full visibility from port gate-out through empty return gate-in. The complete container journey.

What you get with MOL tracking

Real-Time Status

Gate in, loaded, departed, transshipment, discharged, gate out - every milestone tracked.

AI ETA Prediction

Machine learning predictions more accurate than MOL's own ETAs.

Vessel Details

Vessel name, IMO, voyage number, and real-time position for every MOL ship.

Delay Alerts

Instant notifications when your MOL shipment is delayed or ETA changes.

MOL Tracking FAQ

Enter your MOL container number (starts with MOLU, MOAU), Bill of Lading, or booking reference in the tracking field above. Tracktainer auto-detects MOL and shows real-time status, vessel info, and ETA.

MOL uses several prefixes: MOLU, MOAU. All are automatically detected by Tracktainer.

Transit times vary by route. Shanghai to Rotterdam takes 28-32 days, Shanghai to Los Angeles 14-18 days, Ningbo to Hamburg 30-35 days. Use our tracking tool for real-time AI-powered ETA predictions specific to your shipment.

You can track it directly through Tracktainer. Simply enter your 11-character container number (e.g. MOLU7283610) into our search bar. Please note that empty containers do not provide live AIS data; tracking will display the latest terminal milestones, such as "Gate Out Empty" or "Returned to Depot."

Yes. Enter your MOL Bill of Lading number to track all containers under that BL. One BL can cover multiple containers; we'll show all of them with individual statuses.

Yes - 3 free tracking credits. For pro MOL tracking with real-time alerts, live map, and API access, check our Pro plan.

Tracktainer provides AI-powered ETA predictions, delay alerts, demurrage notifications, and multi-carrier dashboard features MOL's own website doesn't offer. Plus, if you ship with multiple carriers, you can track everything from one place.

Discharged means the container has been unloaded from the vessel at the destination port. It's now in the terminal yard awaiting customs clearance and pickup.