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The Easiest Way to Access CMA CGM Container Data via API

If you’re looking to access CMA CGM container data via API, you’re in the right place.

Whether you’re a logistics provider, supply chain analyst, or developer building your own shipping dashboard, having real-time and reliable container tracking is essential, and CMA CGM is one of the largest carriers out there.

But here’s the problem: CMA CGM doesn’t provide public, developer-friendly API access for container tracking.

How Can You Access CMA CGM Container Data?

You don’t need to waste time going back and forth on CMA CGM’s website to check a container’s status. And even then, you might not get all the details you need.

With our container tracking API, you can pull real-time updates on CMA CGM containers just by entering the container number or the bill of lading. The data includes the latest status, port events, estimated arrival times, shipping line info, and more.

This is a solid alternative to CMA CGM’s, especially if you need flexible integration into your tools or platforms. You can even set up alerts based on container movements so you don’t have to check manually.

What CMA CGM Container Data Can You Access?

JSONCargo provides a developer-friendly API that delivers real-time container data for many shipping lines, including CMA CGM.

Instead of trying to connect directly to CMA CGM’s systems, you can retrieve container statuses with a single API call.

Here’s what you get:

Track by container number or Bill of Lading: Enter the container ID, and the API returns the latest status, events, and location.
Multiple shipping lines: Not only CMA CGM, but also MSC, Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd, and others, all in the same response format.
Detailed events: You’ll know where your CMA CGM container is, where it’s been, and what’s next (“Vessel departed”, “Discharged”, etc.).

Plus, you get timestamps for port events, estimated arrival at the next port, confirmation that the shipping line is CMA CGM, and details like container type (20ft, 40ft, reefer, etc.).

Example: How to Track a CMA CGM Container via API

To track a container with CMA CGM, just make an API request with the container number:

				
					GET /container?container_number=HPCU4341398

Example Response:

				
					{
    "data": {
        "container_id": "HPCU4341398",
        "container_type": "45G0",
        "container_status": "READY TO BE LOADED",
        "shipping_line_name": "Compagnie Maritime d'Affretement Compagnie Generale Maritime",
        "shipping_line_id": "0016",
        "tare": null,
        "shipped_from": null,
        "shipped_from_terminal": null,
        "shipped_to": null,
        "shipped_to_terminal": null,
        "atd_origin": null,
        "eta_final_destination": null,
        "last_location": "ISKENDERUN",
        "last_location_terminal": "LIMAK PORT ISKENDERUN",
        "next_location": "TANGER MED",
        "next_location_terminal": "EUROGATE TERMINAL TANGIER",
        "atd_last_location": null,
        "eta_next_destination": "2025-09-07 13:00",
        "timestamp_of_last_location": null,
        "last_movement_timestamp": "2025-08-19 01:43",
        "loading_port": "ISKENDERUN (TR)",
        "discharging_port": "LA GUAIRA (VE)",
        "customs_clearance": null,
        "bill_of_lading": null,
        "last_vessel_name": null,
        "last_voyage_number": null,
        "current_vessel_name": null,
        "current_voyage_number": null,
        "last_updated": "2025-08-19 08:53"
    }
}

Here’s a breakdown of the key fields returned in the API response and what each one means:

Field	Description
`container_id`	Unique ID of the container being tracked.
`container_type`	Size and type of the container (e.g. 20ft, 40ft, reefer, etc.).
`container_status`	Current status or activity of the container (e.g. loaded, empty, in transit).
`shipping_line_name`	Name of the shipping company managing the container (e.g. Maersk, MSC).
`shipping_line_id`	Internal or external identifier of the shipping line.
`tare`	The empty weight of the container (if available).
`shipped_from`	Port of origin from which the container was shipped.
`shipped_from_terminal`	Terminal at the origin port.
`shipped_to`	Final destination port.
`shipped_to_terminal`	Terminal at the destination port.
`atd_origin`	Actual time of departure from the origin port.
`eta_final_destination`	Estimated time of arrival at the destination port.
`last_location`	Last recorded port or location of the container.
`last_location_terminal`	Terminal where the container was last seen.
`next_location`	Next scheduled port or stop (if available).
`next_location_terminal`	Terminal for the next port call.
`atd_last_location`	Departure time from the last known location.
`eta_next_destination`	Estimated time of arrival at the next port.
`timestamp_of_last_location`	Time when the last location was recorded.
`last_movement_timestamp`	Timestamp of the last known movement/activity.
`loading_port`	The port where the container was loaded onto the vessel.
`discharging_port`	The port where the container will be unloaded.
`customs_clearance`	Customs clearance status (if provided).
`bill_of_lading`	Reference number for the shipment’s bill of lading.
`last_vessel_name`	Name of the last vessel that carried the container.
`last_voyage_number`	Voyage number of the last vessel.
`current_vessel_name`	Name of the vessel currently carrying the container (if applicable).
`current_voyage_number`	Voyage number of the current vessel (if applicable).
`last_updated`	Timestamp of the most recent data update.

Common Questions About Container Data via API:

1. Can I track only CMA CGM, or other carriers too?
Our API supports many major carriers, including MSC, Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd, and others. You can check the shipping lines we cover.

2. How often is the data updated?
It’s near real-time, depending on the carrier and source.

3. Do I need the container number to track containers?
Yes, for precise tracking, you need the full number (e.g., TCNU1234567) and the shipping line. As an alternative, you can search using the Bill of Lading.