ZIM Container Tracking (ZCLU, ZCSU)

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

Prefixes: ZCLU · ZCSU · ZIMU · ZMOU · ZWFU 3 Free Credit · No credit card required

About ZIM

ZIM

Zim Integrated Shipping Services (ZISS)

ZIM, founded in 2004 in Haifa, is one of the most prominent players in the global shipping industry. Headquartered in Israel, ZIM operates a fleet of 128 vessels with a total capacity of 0.7M TEU.

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

For more information about ZIM and its services, visit www.zim.com .

128

Vessels

0.7M

TEU Capacity

Employees

2004

Founded

ZIM Container Prefixes

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

Prefix	Brand / Division	Example
ZCLU	ZIM	ZCLU7283610
ZCSU	ZIM	ZCSU7283610
ZIMU	ZIM	ZIMU7283610
ZMOU	ZIM	ZMOU7283610
ZWFU	ZIM	ZWFU7283610

ZIM Container Number Format (ISO 6346)

ZCLU7283610

ZCLU Owner code

728361 Serial (6 digits)

0 Check digit

Popular ZIM Routes & Transit Times

Average transit times for the most popular ZIM shipping routes.

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

How to Track ZIM Containers

Three ways to track your ZIM shipment.

By Container Number

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

Example: ZCLU7283610

By Bill of Lading

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

Example: ZCLUG1234567

By Booking Reference

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

Example: BKG0012345

Included in Tracking

ZIM 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 ZIM container needs to be returned, and get alerts before detention charges kick in.

Return depot visibility

See the assigned ZIM 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 ZIM tracking

Real-Time Status

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

AI ETA Prediction

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

Vessel Details

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

Delay Alerts

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

ZIM Tracking FAQ

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

ZIM uses several prefixes: ZCLU, ZCSU. 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. ZCLU7283610) 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 ZIM 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 ZIM 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 ZIM'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.