Maritime Insights
Guides, industry standards, and tracking tips for global shipping.
- Aug 15, 20267 min read
Shanghai to Rotterdam Transit Time in 2026: A Data-Driven Analysis
We analyzed 12,400+ container movements on the Asia-Europe trade lane in H1 2026. Average transit time, best/worst carriers, and what to expect when shipping from Shanghai to Rotterdam in 2026.
Read more - Aug 12, 20268 min read
MariMetric vs 17Track: Honest Comparison for 2026
A side-by-side comparison of MariMetric and 17Track: carrier coverage, data quality, API access, MCP support, pricing, and which is right for you.
Read more - Aug 10, 20269 min read
How to Track Containers with ChatGPT and Claude (MCP Server Guide)
Set up MariMetric's MCP server in 5 minutes. Track Maersk, COSCO, and ONE containers directly from Claude Desktop, Cursor, or any MCP-compatible client.
Read more - Aug 8, 20266 min read
Why We Charge by Active Monitor, Not API Calls
A look at MariMetric's pricing philosophy: why we switched from API-call-based pricing to an active-monitor model that better reflects value and prevents abuse.
Read more - Aug 5, 20265 min read
ISO 6346 Container Number Validation: A Developer's Guide
Container numbers have a built-in check digit. Validate them client-side and server-side to catch typos before submitting tracking requests. Code examples in TypeScript and Python.
Read more - Aug 2, 20267 min read
Container Tracking for Small Forwarders: A Practical Workflow
How a 3-person freight forwarder can use MariMetric to track 50-200 containers per month, automate client updates, and look bigger than they are.
Read more - Jul 28, 20266 min read
How to Track an MSC Container: A Complete Guide
Step-by-step guide to tracking any MSC container in real time. Includes MSCU prefix, common status codes, and what to do when MSC's official site blocks automated access.
Read more - Jul 25, 20265 min read
What is a Container Number? (BIC / ISO 6346 Explained)
Every shipping container has a unique 11-character identifier. Learn how container numbers are structured, who assigns them, and how to read them at a glance.
Read more - Jul 22, 20267 min read
DCSA Track & Trace v2.2: The Standard Behind Container Tracking
Why the Digital Container Shipping Association's Track & Trace standard matters, what events it defines, and how MariMetric implements it for end users.
Read more - Jul 20, 20265 min read
UN/LOCODE Explained: The International Port & Location Code System
What those 5-letter codes on your shipping documents mean. Learn how UN/LOCODE works, where to find a port's code, and why it matters for tracking accuracy.
Read more - Jul 15, 20266 min read
Reefer Container vs Dry Container: What's the Difference?
Reefer, dry, open top, flat rack — container types explained. Learn which type fits your cargo and how to track each one with MariMetric.
Read more - Jul 10, 20267 min read
How Long Does Container Shipping Take? (Transit Times by Route)
Real transit time benchmarks for the most common container shipping routes. From China to US West Coast, Asia to Europe, and trans-Pacific lanes.
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