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Travelling on a cargo ship is a unique experience.  Whether you love the sea, are conscious of your carbon footprint, don't like flying or simply prefer to sail in a relaxed atmosphere, away from the crowds, then travelling by cargo ship is the right choice for you.

We've been doing this for over 30 years and are passionate about providing a personalised service tailored to your needs.

Alas, since the pandemic and with only a few exceptions, deep sea intercontinental voyages are no longer possible; shipowners and/or their charterers have withdrawn this discretionary activity, we are seeing little enthusiasm from them to resume the activity any time soon.

That means:

- No transatlantic voyages

- No Australia/New Zealand/Europe voyages

- No Europe/South America voyages

- No transpacific voyages

- No round the world voyages

- No voyages in around Asia or Oceania

However, still possible are:

- short haul European, Mediterranean, Baltic are bookable however 2024 availability is already limited on some routes.

- Europe/South Africa/Europe voyages but are fully booked well into 2025; waitlisting/standby is possible for additional cargo induced voyages on a rolling 6-week basis.

- French Polynesian voyages (mv Aranui V)

- mv Bella Desgagnes (St Lawrence River, Canada)

- mv St Helena, global voyages supporting the Extreme E organisation are available but bookable only close to departure.

There may be cruise ship alternatives, please ask if you have a specific voyage in mind as several Voyage Options are possible on some of the routes popular with cargo ship travellers. Note please that owing to the restrictive policies of the major cruise lines, in most cases you may only book cruises through a travel agent in your country of residence. 

Do please take some time to check our website for available routes, also our ‘Ask the Captain’ section for frequently asked questions BEFORE contacting us!

Our website is updated regularly with currently bookable options; please do not contact us regarding deep sea international cargo voyages that are not listed as without the support and co-operation of willing shipowners we can no longer viably respond.

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Imagine for a moment that you are on the deck of a ship, sipping a glass of wine. You turn your head towards the water just in time to spot a pod of dolphins swimming by or flying fish, providing company in the ocean. After lingering in the sunshine for a while, it's time to head inside for a 3-course evening meal and a splash in the pool before retiring to bed.

Now, what kind of vessel are you on?

No, you are not on a standard commercial cruise ship. You are not on a packed luxury liner hopping between Caribbean islands. You are aboard a modern freighter. Hundreds of cargo ships, carrying everything from fire engines to apples, are crossing the world's oceans, and many are happy to take you along for the ride. Adventurous travelers, including the Transitions Abroad family, have been doing so for years, as have many long before us.

What Does Travel on a Cargo Ship Feel Like?

A far more intimate and relaxed experience than you might imagine! The experience on board contrasts sharply with the rough and industrial outward appearance a container ship tends to project. You will be one of a handful of passengers among a crew likely to number up to a dozen or a few more. There will be no evening cabaret shows as on a standard cruise, though you may have access to TV, video, and board games in a common area on the ship where passengers may meet the crew. You may even play cards with the crew under the night skies. You might be invited to karaoke with the sailors, and you will almost always dine alongside the captain, who is far more likely to turn up in shorts and a t-shirt than in full uniform. Some cargo ships also offer equipped exercise rooms or pools.

Here was our first taste of the wonders of sea travel. Our introduction to freighter travel was a relatively short 5-day sailing between Australia and New Zealand. We joined the French ship CMA CGM Utrillo in the busy port of Melbourne, where our luggage — including two bicycles and bags — was quickly hauled on board and into a spacious cabin by a host of cheery Filipino deckhands.

What are the Costs of Cargo Ship Travel?

Depending upon your destination (Transatlantic, Transpacific, South Seas, Worldwide, and other special combinations), your daily freighter travel costs will be about $100-$130 per day per person per day with a luggage allowance of approximately 30kg-100kg (66-220lbs) depending on the line you are taking. Generally, US dollars are the primary currency used onboard to buy soft drinks, snacks, beer, and toiletries. You can then use your credit cards at each location you disembark.

What kind of Hospitality Can You Expect on Board?

Our next surprise was how quickly we felt part of the family. Just moments after arriving, our fellow passenger (a French woman "going around the world in 80 days”) hinted that the captain was sure to throw us a welcome barbecue. “He does that for every one new,” she said with a wink. Sure enough, the next evening was spent on the back deck of the ship, feasting on grilled fish and chatting with the seamen as the sun went down.

One of our concerns before sailing was that we'd find the days long. It was just the opposite. There were three square meals a day (hearty plates of meat and vegetables for workers) and our time between eating was filled with strolls around the deck and trips up to the bridge to check our position and ask questions.

Had there ever been stowaways? Yes, once a harmless passenger was allowed to board. What about pirates? Not here, but there were off the coast of Africa. And just how much fuel did a cargo ship need? In the current era of relatively low oil prices, $60,000 U.S. a day will generally cover the trip.

Why is it a Relaxing Way to Travel?

With our curiosity temporarily curbed, we would return to our cabin for reading our books or Kindle, journal writing, and a bit of table tennis if we felt especially energetic. Far away from the hustle and bustle of life on firm land, we were truly relaxed. The experience was in complete contrast to our usual hurried airplane trips.

For Hamish Jamieson, the owner of Freighter Travel NZ and one of only a handful of travel agents in the world licensed to book tickets on cargo ships, the simplicity of being at sea is the main attraction.

“When you're sitting up the front of the bow of the ship, on your own, and all you see is the sea going past and you hear the wind and waves, you're in heaven. For me, an afternoon...sitting right on the bow, watching the world go by with my binoculars, that's my heaven,” he said.

What Kind of Flexibility is Needed for Freighter Travel?

Of course, nothing in life is all smooth sailing. While we didn't encounter any problems during our trip, we did struggle with the uncertain nature of freighter travel before we boarded. Our initial departure date jumped forward first by three days and then seemed to bounce around by 12-24 hours every time we called to check the latest news. Ours was not an uncommon experience and you must prepare yourself for flexibility.

Even ports of call are not guaranteed because on a cargo ship, freight comes first, not the passengers. If the demand is not there for a certain stop, the ship will go where the business is.

“Our trip from the USA to Europe changed three times after initial booking,” said Rebecca Hogue and Scott Drennan, then on a journey around the world without using airplanes . Their initial trip from South Carolina to Belgium was from Florida to Italy. “Had we not been flexible with our departure times and locations, things would not have worked out.”

As Mr. Jamieson is fond of telling his passengers, when you go to sea, there are two things you must pack: a sense of humor and a sense of patience.

What are the Practical Issues?

Your trip may also involve some red tape, particularly concerning U.S. stops. American citizens are not permitted, for example, to travel within their country by cargo ship, although they can make international journeys. Meanwhile, travelers to the United States must have a visa, even if they would not need one to arrive by air. Only Canadians are exempt from this rule.

Be sure to budget time and money to get vaccinations like Yellow Fever if you are going through the Suez and Panama canals. A medical certificate declaring you in generally good health is another typical requirement.

Where in the World Do You Want to Go?

The hardest part of booking your cargo ship voyage is deciding where to go. Will it be to South America and around Cape Horn? How about a 55-day round trip from California to Australia and New Zealand via Tahiti and Mexico? Mr. Jamieson offers a few more ideas and favorite voyages based on years of experience.

“For me the ultimate voyage is from Auckland, in New Zealand, to Singapore. It takes 40-45 days to sail what you can fly in just under 12 hours but it visits nearly every island in the Pacific on the way and it stops for 2-3 days. The second choice for me would be from Singapore through to Houston in Texas. It goes up through Thailand, Vietnam, half a dozen ports in China, into Japan, then straight across the Pacific and through the Panama Canal.”

With enough time and money at your disposal--round-the-world trips can take 80 to 100 days or more--there are few places a cargo ship can't reach. Voyage destinations on cargo ships can change, so the many options available will often surprise you. You need to be adventurous enough to do your research, find a specialized cargo ship travel agent (see resources below), and then get on board.

The Golden Rules of Cargo Ship Travel

• Be prepared to make your own fun. There are seldom programmed activities aside from the odd safety drill.
• Go before you're too old. An upper age limit of 77-80 years is not uncommon, as no doctor on board and there are often plenty of stairs.
• Check that your travel insurance covers freighter travel.
• Be flexible. Schedules can and do change frequently. You may need 2-3 ships to reach your destination.
• Book in advance. Cabins are limited and the most popular routes can be sold out by ships months ahead.
• Forget about working in exchange for your passage. Current union rules mean this is no longer permitted.
• Take a good supply of seasickness pills. While not very common, rough weather can occur, sending tables, chairs, and your stomach flying across the room.
• Wifi and other modern electronics are now often available on cargo ships for travelers . If connectivity is important to you, ask whether those options are accessible and free in advance.

Friedel Rother gave up her job as a journalist for Reuters to ride a bicycle around the world with her husband. They have published two books in addition to cycling.

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Vessels Arriving in Singapore

Vessels arriving to Singapore need to make notifications and declarations and follow the relevant procedures and guidelines appended below.

All Single Hulled Tankers (SHTs) must submit the pre-arrival declaration form to the Port Master at least 24 hours before arrival to Singapore.

Compliance with Acts and Regulations

These reporting procedures apply to all Single Hulled Tankers (SHTs). They are requirements given according to Section 10 and 44 of the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore Act (CAP 170A) and Regulations 3 of the MPA of Singapore (Port) Regulations 1997.

Reporting schedule before arrival to Singapore

The owner, agent, master or person-in-charge of any SHTs weighing 5000 deadweight tons (DWT) and above must submit a declaration to the Port Master:

• at least 24 hours before arrival; or
• immediately on departure from a nearby port with less than 24 hours steaming time to Singapore

Submission of Pre-arrival Declaration form

The owner, agent, master or person-in-charge must send the completed Pre-arrival Declaration form to the Port Master by fax or telex:

Fax: (65) 6224 5776

Telex: RS 34970

Any vessel that does not comply with the applicable provisions of the MARPOL Convention on SHTs may be denied entry into the Singapore port, or detained if the ship is already in the port.

Contact information of Port Master’s Office

You may direct any queries concerning the pre-arrival declaration for SHTs to the Port Master’s Office at:

Tel: (65) 6325 2369

Fax: (65) 6325 2454

Vessels need to comply with the notification and reporting procedures before and when they arrive in Singapore

Definitions of terms

The following are definitions of some terms used:

• Notification of arrival (NOA) – The advance notice sent from a vessel to the Port Master stating the vessel's intention to enter Singapore.
• Confirmation of arrival –The VHF radiotelephone report sent through a Vessel Traffic Information Service (VTIS) to the Port Master when a vessel is within the VTIS operational area.
• Passenger vessel – A vessel carrying more than 12 passengers.
• Height – The height declared by the vessel that measures vertically from the water-line to the highest point of the vessel. The cargo, equipment, structure or any extendible structures onboard can make up the highest point. The appropriate plans or documents must contain the height information and be carried onboard the vessel.

Notification procedures for arriving vessels

These notification procedures apply to passenger vessels or vessels of 300 GT or more. The owner, agent, master or person-in-charge of these vessels must notify the Port Master:

• at least 12 hours prior to the vessels’ arrival in Singapore;
• once the vessel departs if they come from a nearby port with less than 12 hours steaming time to Singapore; or
• at least 24 hours in advance if they carry hazardous and noxious substances in bulk. The notification must contain the details of such cargoes according to the Port Marine Circular No. 15 of 1998 .

The owner, agent, master or person-in-charge must send the Notification of Arrival report in the defined reporting format.

Vessels arriving with residues or mixtures containing oil or noxious liquid substance must declare to the Port Master the quantity and content of such residues or mixtures on board the ship. Vessels that will be or likely to discharge these substances within the port must provide the following information in item 11 – Slop/Sludge Indicator – of the Notification of Arrival report:

Quantity and content (including water) of such residues or mixtures to be discharged within the port (if any); and

Details of the arrangement made with the approved reception facility in the port for the discharge of such residues or mixtures.

Some examples on the Notification of Arrival reports:

• Notification of Arrival from a master of a vessel "Grace" arriving from the east
• Notification of Arrival from a master of a vessel "Noble" arriving from the west with slop/sludge on board and defective steering

Send the report to the Port Master by one of these means:

mailto:[email protected]

Telex: RS 34970 (Answer Back PORTPM 34970)

Confirmation procedures for arriving vessels

The confirmation procedures apply to the following categories of vessels that intend to call at Singapore:

• Vessels of 300 GT or more;
• Tug engaged in towing or pushing vessels with a combined GT of 300 or more; and
• Any passenger vessels

These vessels must report the Confirmation of Arrival together with the vessel's particulars to the VTIS by VHF radiotelephone

Reporting points for Confirmation of Arrival

Make the Confirmation of Arrival report to the respective VTIS when the vessel is at any of the points shown below: View sectors 7 to 9 of the STRAITREP operational area

• Reporting to VTIS East on VHF CH 10 - (Sector 9 of STRAITREP)
• Approaching from the East (South China Sea) when Horsburgh lighthouse (01° 19.814'N 104°24.337'E) is abeam
• Approaching from the South via Selat Riau when Karang Galang Lt (01 ° 09.577'N104° 11.365'E) is abeam.
• Approaching from the East Johor Strait when Eastern Buoy (01° 17.865'N 104° 05.894'E) is abeam.

Reporting to VTIS Central on VHF CH 14 - (Sector 8 of STRAITREP)This applies to vessels joining the traffic lane of the Traffic Separation Scheme (TSS) in the Singapore Strait between Longitudes 103° 44.6'E and 104° 02.1'E. Vessels must report after departing from the port or anchorages north or south of the TSS.

Reporting to VTIS West on VHF CH 73 - (Sector 7 of STRAITREP)

• Approaching from the South via Selat Durian when Pulau Jangkat Beacon (00° 57.895'N 103°42.619'E) is abeam.
• Approaching from the West (Malacca Strait) when Pulau lyu Kechil (01° 11.479'N 103° 21.140'E) is abeam.
• Pu lyu Kechil (01°11.466'N 103° 21.141'E)
• Sultan Shoal Lt (01°14.377'N 103° 38.884'E)
• Raffles Lt (01°09.606'N 103° 44.450'E)
• Sakijang Lt Bn (01°13.305'N 103° 51.275'E)
• Bedok Lt (01°18.544'N 103° 55.965'E)
• TgSetapa Lt (01°20.574'N 104° 08.135'E)
• Horsburgh Lt (01°19.814'N 104° 24.337'E)

The VHF Confirmation of Arrival report must contain the following information:

• Vessel's name;
• Present location (with reference to any one of the designated reporting points, e.g.when Horsburgh Lt is abeam);
• Number of passengers and crew (applicable only for passenger vessels calling at Singapore);
• Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA) at the first destination in the Port or the name of the pilot boarding ground for a vessel engaging the service of a pilot; and
• Height of the vessel (applicable if height differs from that provided in the notification of arrival report)

You may direct any queries to the Port Master's Office at

Tel: 6325 2453 or 6325 2369

Fax: 6325 2454

General Declaration Requirements on Arrival

An owner, agent or master must make a declaration within 24 hours of a vessel's arrival in Singapore to the Marine Licensing and Permits department (MLP) via  digitalPORT@SG TM . 

Information Required

The Arrival General Declaration requires the submission of the following information: 

Vessel Details

• Vessel Name
• Gross Tonnage (when a vessel has dual registered tonnages, the higher tonnage should be declared)
• Port of Registry
• Nationality of Registry (i.e. Flag)
• Vessel Type
• Official Number
• Name of Vessel Owner
• Charterer's Nationality

Purpose of Call

• Loading / Discharging of Cargo 
• Embarking/ Disembarking Passengers
• Taking Bunkers (to indicate grade and quantity)
• Taking Ship's Supplies
• Changing Members of Crew
• Repair/ Docking/ Outfitting at Shipyard (to indicate shipyard details)
• Offshore Support Vessel Without Cargo Operations
• Other Afloat Activities (to indicate accordingly)

Arrival Details

• Arrival Date and Time
• Last Port of Call
• Location on Arrival
• Grid Reference
• Name of Master
• Number of Crew (including Master)
• Number of Passengers
• Total Cargo on board on arrival

Creation of Vessel Record

For vessels calling Singapore for the first time, an "Application of Vessel Record Creation" is to be submitted and approved via digitalPORT@SG TM   prior to the submission of the General Declaration. For this application, the Certificate of Registry and International Tonnage Certificate (if available) is required.

Change of Vessel Particulars

For vessels renamed since their last visit, an "Application for Change of Vessel Particulars" is to be submitted and approved via  digitalPORT@SG TM   prior to the submission of the General Declaration. For this application, the Certificate of Registry and International Tonnage Certificate (if available) is required. 

Further Enquiries

Should you have further enquiries pertaining to the procedures, please contact Marine Licensing and Permits (MLP) department:

For technical issues regarding  digitalPORT@SG TM  (e.g. I can't log in despite multiple attempts, I can load the module etc.), please contact:

Vessels need to use the appropriate VHF channels when reporting to the relevant shore stations.

The communication channels listed here are for: MPA and other agencies; Pilotage, tug and waterboat services Oil terminals

All vessels should use the appropriate VHF channels when reporting to the relevant shore stations.

Communication channels for MPA and other agencies

VHF Channels for navigational reporting

VHF channels for safety and emergencies

VHF channels for immigration/port health clearance

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VHF channels for pilotage, tug and waterboats services

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See the best way to ship your freight from Shanghai, China to Singapore, Singapore by various transport modes including Air, Sea and Road. Compare transit times, emissions, route options and much more.

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Shanghai to singapore by air freight.

The quickest way to get from Shanghai to Singapore by plane will take about 1 day 6h and departs from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and arrives into Singapore Changi Airport (SIN). There are flights departing every 1-2 hours on this route. Suparna Airlines is one of the carriers that operates regular services on this route with flights departing every 1-2 days.

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Shanghai to Singapore by Container ship

The quickest way to get from Shanghai to Singapore by ship will take about 10 days 5h and departs from Shanghai (CNSHG) and arrives into Tanjung Pelepas (MYTPP). There are vessels departing 2-4 times a week on this route. Maersk is one of the carriers that operates regular services on this route with vessels departing 1-2 times a week.

Quickest ocean route

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Port of loading

2-4 times a week

199kg - 458kg CO₂ (per TEU)

Closest seaports

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201kg - 461kg CO₂ (per TEU)

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The shortest shipping time by sea between Shanghai and Singapore is 10 days 5h. Ships depart from Shanghai (CNSHG) and arrive at Tanjung Pelepas (MYTPP) with scheduled departures 2-4 times a week.

There are scheduled container ships that depart 2-4 times a week from Shanghai (CNSHG) and arrive into Tanjung Pelepas (MYTPP) around 10 days 5h later. These services are operated by Maersk, MSC, X-Press Feeders, Hapag-Lloyd and CMA CGM.

The quickest flight from Shanghai to Singapore takes around 1 day 6h. Flights depart from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and arrive at Singapore Changi Airport (SIN).

Scheduled flights between Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) depart every 1-2 hours. These flights are serviced by Suparna Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Air China, China Cargo Airlines, Singapore Airlines, Spring Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, Xiamen Air, EVA Air, China Airlines, Air Hong Kong, Cathay Pacific, Malaysia Airlines, VietJet Air, Vietnam Airlines, Thai Airways, Cebu Pacific, Philippine Airlines, SF Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines and China Southern Airlines and the typical transit time is around 1 day 6h.

Yes there are dedicated cargo planes that fly regular scheduled services between Shanghai and Singapore. Cargo flights depart from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and arrive at Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) with departures Every few hours and a average flight time of around 1 day 6h. Suparna Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, China Cargo Airlines, Singapore Airlines, EVA Air, China Airlines, Air Hong Kong, Cathay Pacific and SF Airlines operates Boeing 747 Freighter, Airbus A330 Freighter, Boeing 777 Freighter, Boeing 747-400 Freighter, Boeing 777-200F Freighter, Boeing 747-400 Freighter, Airbus A330-300 Freighter, Airbus A330-200 Freighter, Boeing 747-400 Freighter, Boeing 747-8F Freighter and Boeing 737 Freighter on this route.

The distance between Shanghai and Singapore by cargo ship is 2,373 Nautical Miles (4,396 Kilometres / 2,731 Miles). This distance is measured by sea between Shanghai (CNSHG) and Singapore (SGSIN).

The distance between Shanghai and Singapore by air is around 3,853 Kilometres (2,394 Miles). This distance is measured following typical flight paths between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) and Singapore Changi Airport (SIN).

201kg - 461kg CO₂ (per TEU) is the estimated emissions output (CO2e) when transporting a typical shipping container (1 TEU) from Shanghai to Singapore. This is calculated using the overall historical emissions of the average container ship on this trade lane and dividing it by the total projected capacity.

140kg - 275kg CO₂ (per 100kg) is the estimated emissions output (CO2e) when sending cargo by air from Shanghai to Singapore. This is calculated by determining the total fuel burn output of various aircraft that typically fly this route and dividing it by the total available cargo capacity in KGs.

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What is gocomet’s port delay/ port congestion tool.

GoComet’s Port Delay smart tool calculates the delays at major ports across the globe and gives the live port congestion data to the users.

How is Gocomet’s Port Congestion data generated? What is the depth and source of the data used in the calculation?

GoComet’s port congestion tracker analyzes more than 45000 containerized shipments per month at major ports across US, EU, EMEA and SEA regions. Supported by  GoComet platform’s real-time container tracking  data, our machine learning algorithm calculates congestion/delays at ports based on the turnaround times of these containers at a given arrival/departure port.

What milestones are taken in account for calculating port congestion data?

Our delay calculation logic takes into account the time spent by vessels in proximity to the port (ideally, anchorages or queues) and the time taken by the container to gate-out (be cleared) from the port once the vessel arrives at the port to build real on-ground delays.

What is the geographic coverage of port congestion data?

GoComet’s port congestion tracker analyzes more than 45000 containerized shipments per month at more than 400 major seaports spread across US, EU, EMEA and SEA regions.

How do I use GoComet’s Port Congestion tool for free?

In this same page, scroll above and enter a port name under the option “Search your preferred port”. You will find the live port congestion data for that particular port.

What do you mean by median delay and maximum delay in the result?

The calculated congestion index is a median value which would hold true for a maximum number of cases (excluding outliers). Median delay indicates the average number of days your shipment could be delayed due to port congestion

What does the various color schemes in the live data indicate?

• Red (More than 5 days delay)
• Orange (3 – 5 days delay)
• Yellow (Less than 3 days delay)

Can I get port congestion data via direct integration?

Yes! GoComet’s port congestion API can be integrated with any client ERP system and the data pulled out can be used to create your own interface as per the client’s use case.

What are the formats in which I would be able to export port delay reports?

• Data from direct integration: Our API integration enables direct extraction of data from our system into your ERP or other data-management platforms in widely accepted JSON, XML, CSV and other formats.
• Recurring email reports: GoComet can enable automated triggered reports, where spreadsheets containing port congestion reports can be emailed to the client side users as per their preference.

What is the accuracy of GoComet's port delay data?

GoComet’s port congestion data gives real-time visibility over port congestion that uses a combination of multiple sources such as AIS data, geofencing around ports and live container events data – collected from over 45000 containers tracked every month. This enables us to give accurate port congestion data as opposed to historic coverage given by other data providers in the market.

How do I sign up for GoComet’s free Port Congestion tool?

You can click on the "Sign in" option at the top of this page and then scroll down the login form that opens and click on "sign up" displayed at the bottom. Now you can sign up as a new user either using your company email ID or your Google account. Using these credentials you can have access to our port congestion database along with other free tools and get real-time free container tracking tool , smart ocean/vessel schedules and shipping rates market index (GFI) for free!

In order to get custom post congestion reports for your team or customers, you can click here and contact our solutions expert.

Do you have any other free tools apart from port congestion/port delay?

Yes, we do. You can click on our Free tools menu on the website, and you will find the following free tools along with Port Congestion:

Container Tracking – Get unprecedented visibility over all your international shipments with our single window tracking solution. You can eliminate the need for manual container tracking and can stay updated with real-time automated notifications on the movement of your freight.

GoComet Freight Index – GoComet freight shipping calculator helps to calculate ocean & sea container shipping rates instantly. You can check real-time cost, price, rates and more with our international freight shipping calculator.

Smart Schedule – This tool provides instant access to the latest sailing schedules, benchmarked freight rates & carrier performance. You can search for your preferred route by entering the origin and destination port.

How does GoComet’s Port Congestion tool help in supply chain visibility?

Prolonged port delays can disrupt production cycles, thus causing an impact on the delivery schedules. As vessels queue outside ports and turnaround times increase, it could be a real challenge to secure cargo space. Adding to this, a lack of visibility over space availability and changes in lead times complicate shipment planning. Keeping stakeholders informed about the changes in arrival timings, delays in transshipment, etc., became increasingly difficult due to a lack of reliable information on port delays and inefficiencies in tracking updates.

• With the help of proprietary machine learning algorithms, GoComet’s Port Delay smart tool calculates delays at major ports across the globe and automatically notifies the company of the uncertainties affecting their shipments.
• With live updates on the exact location and movement of shipments via advanced track and trace technology, companies will be able to address possible bottlenecks and optimize shipment planning.
• Predictive updates on delays and ETAs based on on-ground developments and data analytics can better equip the logistics team with actionable insights.
• The carrier service reports generated by the platform could help you identify the most reliable service providers.

I would like to upgrade and want to get the Port Congestion subscription. Is that possible? What should I do?

Yes, you can most certainly do that. Please click on “Contact Us” on the top of this page and just enter your email ID. We will get in touch with you. Alternatively, you can also click here to schedule a free demo.

Can I get a customized proposal based on my logistics operations once I decide to upgrade my free tool?

Yes, you can. Our customer support team will tailor-make your project proposal in accordance with your industry, logistic operations and specific requirements.

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Singapore Airlines Taps WebCargo by Freightos to Expand Booking Options in Asia-Pacific's Busiest Hubs

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BARCELONA, Spain, May 2, 2024

BARCELONA, Spain, May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- WebCargo by Freightos (NASDAQ: CRGO), a leading vendor-neutral booking and payment platform for the international freight industry, is excited to announce that Singapore Airlines' cargo capacity is now being offered on WebCargo's platform. This relationship with Singapore Airlines underscores WebCargo's position as the leading digital platform for the air freight industry, offering its users an end-to-end booking experience while expanding its reach in the Asia-Pacific region. Digital bookings for shipments from Asia origins on WebCargo more than doubled between Q4 2022 and Q4 2023, showing strong appetite for digitalization in Asia, a trend that will likely be accelerated with Singapore's national carrier on the platform.

With a fleet of seven Boeing 747-400F freighters and over 190 Singapore Airlines and Scoot passenger aircraft serving more than 120 destinations, Singapore Airlines brings expanded reach to the thousands of freight forwarders that use WebCargo's platform for real-time air cargo pricing and booking starting this week. The partnership provides WebCargo's users with additional access to sought-after Asia-Pacific destinations, such as Singapore, Hong Kong, Australia, Indonesia, Thailand and Vietnam. Coverage on the platform is slated to increase over the course of the year.

Marvin Tan, Senior Vice President Cargo, Singapore Airlines, said, "Singapore Airlines' partnership with WebCargo expands our reach to new markets, and provides our customers with a seamless user experience when they search, book, and track their shipments in real time. This enables us to better serve our customers by responding even more swiftly to their evolving needs." 

Manel Galindo, Chief Revenue Officer of Freightos, said, "We're thrilled to work with Singapore Airlines. Their commitment to digital innovation aligns perfectly with WebCargo's mission to provide seamless and efficient booking solutions for the air cargo industry and allows us to double down on the recent surge in bookings from Asia. This collaboration will enhance the booking experience for thousands of freight forwarders and will ultimately make world trade smoother."

Forwarders can sign up for a free WebCargo account and book with Singapore Airlines Cargo here .

About WebCargo by Freightos WebCargo is the leading platform for live air cargo rate distribution and bookings between

hundreds of airlines and 3,500+ forwarders across over 10,000 forwarding offices. Partners include over 30 airlines, including China Southern, American Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa, Etihad Cargo, Air France KLM, IAG Cargo, SAS, Qatar Airways Cargo, JALCARGO, and Emirates SkyCargo. Forwarders not yet using WebCargo can register for a free account at www.webcargo.co and begin accessing instant eBookings with dozens of carriers.

About Freightos Freightos® (Nasdaq: CRGO) is the leading, vendor-neutral booking and payment platform that connects carriers, freight forwarders, and importers/exporters to make international shipping faster, more cost-effective and more reliable. Freightos operates  freightos.com , a global freight marketplace for importers and exporters, Clearit, a digital customs brokerage, and Freightos Terminal, a one-stop global freight market intelligence solution that offers data on real-time pricing, transit times, the Freightos Air Index (FAX) and Freightos Baltic Index (FBX), and a news feed.

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The latest on Singapore Airlines turbulence incident

By Lauren Said-Moorhouse , CNN

Thanks for joining our live updates following the Singapore Airlines incident on Tuesday. Our coverage here is wrapping up but you can follow the latest developments here.

Singapore Airlines team arrives in Bangkok

From CNN's Lauren Said-Moorhouse

Singapore Airlines has said a team has landed in Bangkok after one of its flights had to make an emergency landing in Thailand after experiencing severe turbulence.

The airline said the team had arrived in the Thai capital "to support our colleagues and the local authorities on the ground" in an update on its Facebook page.

"We are providing all possible assistance to the passengers and crew on board SQ321, both at the hospital and the airport," it added in the statement.

Flight likely encountered rapidly developing thunderstorms over Myanmar

From CNN meteorologist Brandon Miller

Singapore Airlines flight SQ321 likely encountered rapidly developing thunderstorms over southern Myanmar on Tuesday during the time that extreme turbulence was reported.

A CNN Weather analysis of satellite data shows an area of developing thunderstorms over the Irrawaddy Delta [a river in Myanmar] between 7 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. GMT (early afternoon local time). This corresponds to the same time and location reported by the airline and independent data analysis of the flight path from FlightRadar24.

Tropical thunderstorms like these are typical for this time of year with moisture increasing in the region as the southwest monsoon season is beginning in South Asia. They can form quickly in the early afternoon as the land heats up, especially near the coastline.

Budding thunderstorms like Tuesday's may not appear on radar in their earliest stages, even though the quick rising motion within them can still produce turbulence. The storm cells likely grew from 20,000 to 30,000 feet to well over 50,000 feet in less than an hour. 

Who was on Singapore Airlines flight SQ321?

There was a total of 211 passengers and 18 crew on board the flight traveling from London's Heathrow Airport bound for Singapore's Changi Airport, according to Singapore Airlines.

The journey should have taken around 13 hours. However, it made an emergency landing in Bangkok after experiencing severe turbulence over Myanmar. One passenger – a 73-year-old Briton – died and scores of others were injured.

Singapore Airlines has now provided an update on the nationalities of the passengers traveling on the Boeing 777-300ER. They include:

• 56 from Australia
• 47 from the United Kingdom
• 41 from Singapore
• 23 from New Zealand
• 16 from Malaysia
• 5 from the Philippines
• 4 from Ireland
• 4 from the United States
• 3 from India
• 2 from Indonesia
• 2 from Myanmar
• 2 from Canada
• 2 from Spain
• 1 from Germany
• 1 from Iceland
• 1 from Israel
• 1 from South Korea

Correction: The age of the deceased passenger has been amended in this post.

Airline flight data show turbulence occurred over Myanmar

From CNN's Ross Levitt

The aviation tracking site FlightRadar24 says, based on its data, that the turbulence on Singapore Airlines flight SQ321 occurred over Myanmar at approximately 7:49 a.m. UTC (3:49 a.m. ET). 

This lines up with  a statement from the airline  stating that the plane, “encountered sudden extreme turbulence over the Irrawaddy Basin [a river in Myanmar] at 37,000 feet, about 10 hours after departure.”

FlightRadar24 said in  a blog post  that, according to its data, at that time, ”the flight encountered a rapid change in vertical rate, consistent with a sudden turbulence event.”

The data show the flight changing course about 14 minutes later. The airline says, “the pilot declared a medical emergency and diverted the aircraft to Bangkok.”

The FlightRadar24 data show the flight, which was cruising at 37,000 feet, suddenly dipping then rapidly climbing a few hundred feet before dipping and climbing again and then finally settling back at its cruising altitude. The entire disruption took about 90 seconds, according to the data, but resulted in dozens of injuries, including a fatality.

Number of injured passengers rises to 71, according to hospital

From CNN's Kocha Olarn in Bangkok

The Singapore Airlines flight that experienced severe turbulence while en route to the Southeast Asian nation from London left at least 71 people injured, according to the Samitivej Srinakarin Hospital in Bangkok that received the injured passengers.

The hospital also said six people are severely injured. Earlier, Kittipong Kittikachorn, the general manager of Suvarnabhumi International Airport in the Thai capital said seven people were critically injured.

Those injured include citizens of Malaysia, the UK, New Zealand, Spain, the US and Ireland.

At least seven people in critical condition following Singapore Airlines incident, airport official says

From CNN’s Kocha Olarn in Bangkok and Hamdi Alkhshali

At least seven people are critically injured after a Singapore Airlines flight traveling from London to Singapore experienced severe turbulence and was forced to make an emergency landing in Thailand, according to Kittipong Kittikachorn, the general manager of Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi International Airport.

Earlier, the airport official confirmed a 73-year-old British man had died. Authorities are currently awaiting a medical report on the deceased, Kittikachorn said.

Kittikachorn also told CNN on Tuesday that he was informed about the emergency landing in Bangkok just ten minutes before it touched down.

Kittikachorn, who inspected the aircraft, reported that several passengers were injured, with some sustaining broken arms. The severity of the situation prompted doctors to advise the initiation of an emergency plan to assist all affected passengers. Previously, the airport official said the majority of injuries sustained on board were cuts and bruises.

“It took us one and a half hours to evacuate all passengers,” Kittikachorn stated. The turbulence also caused significant damage inside the plane , with parts of the ceiling and luggage compartments collapsing.

How air turbulence creates danger in the skies

From CNN's Tamara Hardingham-Gill

Air travel and turbulence have always gone hand in hand with many flights, especially long haul, experiencing spells of bumpiness. The  severe episode on board a Singapore Airlines plane  in which one passenger died raises concerns about how risky turbulence can be.

Experts say it is extremely unlikely that most flights will result in injury or damage, but there have been numerous recent incidents in which this has occurred.

Understanding what causes turbulence can help air crew and passengers mitigate its impact.

“Turbulence fatalities on commercial flights are fortunately very rare, but have sadly increased by one today,” Paul Williams, a professor of atmospheric science at the University of Reading in the UK, said in a statement released today.

Read more on how air turbulence can create problems for air travelers here:

How air turbulence creates danger in the skies | CNN

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UK embassy in Thailand sends officials to assist British nationals

From CNN's Catherine Nicholls in London

The British Embassy in Thailand said in a post on X on Tuesday that it is sending consular officials in Bangkok to support British nationals affected by the Singapore Airlines flight.

The embassy previously said that it was "responding" to the Singapore Airlines flight's emergency landing in the Thai capital and that it was "in contact with the local authorities."

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Tugboats escort ship that caused deadly Baltimore bridge collapse back to port

B ALTIMORE (AP) — The recovery from the deadly Baltimore bridge collapse reached a significant milestone Monday as tugboats escorted the ill-fated container ship Dali back to port, its damaged bow still covered with smashed shipping containers, fallen steel trusses and mangled concrete.

Nearly two months have passed since the Dali lost power and crashed into one of the bridge’s supporting columns, killing six construction workers and halting most maritime traffic through the Port of Baltimore.

Refloated at high tide Monday morning, the vessel slowly moved away from the site of the March 26 disaster, guided by five tugboats. The extensive damage to its bow included a massive, gaping hole above the waterline on its starboard side.

Removing the hulking ship opened a new void in Baltimore’s altered skyline , which lost an iconic landmark and a symbol of the city’s proud maritime history. Crews have already cleared thousands of tons of mangled steel that jutted up from the water’s surface after the collapse.

The bodies of the six victims have been recovered from the underwater wreckage — all Latino immigrants who came to the U.S. for job opportunities. They were filling potholes on an overnight shift when the bridge was destroyed.

Officials said the Dali would move at about 1 mph on the roughly 2.5-mile (4-kilometer) trip back to port, a fraction of its speed when it lost power and brought down the bridge. It will spend several weeks getting temporary repairs at the same marine terminal it occupied before beginning its disastrous voyage, then move to a shipyard in Norfolk, Virginia for extensive repairs.

To refloat the Dali, crews released anchors and pumped out more than 1 million gallons of water that had kept the ship grounded and stable. Crews conducted a controlled demolition on May 13 to break down the largest remaining span of the collapsed bridge, which was draped across the Dali’s bow. Dive teams then confirmed the path was clear.

The FBI has launched a criminal investigation into the circumstances leading up to the crash.

The Dali experienced two electrical blackouts about 10 hours before leaving the Port of Baltimore on its way to Sri Lanka. The crew later made changes to the ship’s electrical configuration, switching to a transformer and breaker system that had previously been out of use for several months, according to the National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report.

Two more blackouts left the Dali without propulsion, drifting off course just as it was approaching the Key Bridge. By then, two tugboats that had guided the Dali out of port had peeled off — normal protocol, according to the report — but when the power went out, the tugs were too far away to help avert disaster.

The ship’s 21 crew members, most of whom are from India, haven’t been allowed off the vessel since the collapse. The Dali is managed by Synergy Marine Group and owned by Grace Ocean Private Ltd., both of Singapore.

Darrell Wilson, a spokesperson for Synergy, said Monday that the crew has been busy maintaining the ship and assisting investigators. But now that the Dali is docked, he said company officials are working to secure shore leave for them. The process is somewhat more complicated than usual because their visas have expired.

Wilson said two more crew members recently joined the original 21 to spread out the workload and give them a break.

“Ultimately, we want to get them home to see their families,” he said, though that timeline is unclear.

William Marks, a spokesperson for the crew, said they will remain on board “for the foreseeable future.”

Port Director Jonathan Daniels said Monday that the channel is now 400 feet (122 meters) wide and 50 feet (15-meter) deep, and will be cleared to its full 700-foot (213-meter) width within two weeks.

Gov. Wes Moore praised the cleanup and recovery for “achieving in a matter of weeks what many thought would take months.” He said Maryland will continue working to clear the channel, support the people affected and rebuild the Francis Scott Key Bridge.

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Cargo ship that caused Baltimore bridge collapse had power blackouts hours before leaving port

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May 14, 2024, 7:22 PM

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BALTIMORE (AP) — The cargo ship Dali experienced electrical blackouts about 10 hours before leaving the Port of Baltimore and yet again shortly before it slammed into the Francis Key Bridge and killed six construction workers , federal investigators said Tuesday, providing the most detailed account yet of the tragedy.

The first power outage occurred after a crew member mistakenly closed an exhaust damper while conducting maintenance, causing one of the ship’s diesel engines to stall, investigators with the National Transportation Safety Board said in their preliminary report. Shortly after leaving Baltimore early on March 26, the ship crashed into one of the bridge’s supporting columns because another power outage caused it to lose steering and propulsion at the exact worst moment.

The report provides new details about how the ship’s crew addressed the power issues it experienced while still docked in Baltimore. A full investigation could take a year or more, according to the safety board.

Testing of the ship’s fuel did not reveal any concerns related to its quality, according to the report.

The Dali was headed from Baltimore to Sri Lanka, laden with shipping containers and enough supplies for a monthlong voyage.

After the initial blackout caused by the closed exhaust damper, investigators say a backup generator automatically came on. It continued to run for a short period — until insufficient fuel pressure caused it to kick off again, resulting in a second blackout. That’s when crew members made changes to the ship’s electrical configuration, switching from one transformer and breaker system that had been in use for several months to another that was active upon its departure, according to the report.

Investigators stopped short of drawing a direct line between those earlier power issues and the blackout that ultimately caused the bridge collapse.

“The NTSB is still investigating the electrical configuration following the first in-port blackout and potential impacts on the events during the accident voyage,” investigators wrote.

The safety board launched its investigation almost immediately after the collapse, which sent six members of a roadwork crew plunging to their deaths. Investigators boarded the ship to document the scene and collect evidence, including the vessel’s data recorder and information from its engine room, according to board chair Jennifer Homendy. Investigators also interviewed the captain and crew members.

“Our mission is to determine why something happened, how it happened and to prevent it from recurring,” Homendy said at a news conference days after the disaster.

The preliminary report details the chaotic moments prior to the bridge collapse while crew members scrambled to address a series of electrical failures that came in quick succession as disaster loomed.

At 1:25 a.m. on March 26, when the Dali was a little over half a mile away from the bridge, electrical breakers that fed most of the ship’s equipment and lighting unexpectedly tripped, causing a power loss. The main propulsion diesel engine automatically shut down after its cooling pumps lost power, and the ship lost steering.

Crew members were able to momentarily restore electricity by manually closing the tripped breakers, the report says.

Around that time, the ship’s pilots called for tugboats to come help guide the wayward vessel. The tugboats that guided it out of the port had peeled off earlier per normal practice, according to the report. Crew members also started the process of dropping anchor, and the pilots’ dispatcher called the Maryland Transportation Authority Police and relayed that the ship had lost power. The pilots’ dispatcher notified the Coast Guard.

The ship was less than a quarter of a mile from the bridge when it experienced a second power blackout because of more tripped breakers, according to the report. The crew again restored power, but it was too late to avoid striking the bridge.

One of the pilots ordered the rudder turned at the last minute, but since the main engine remained shut down, there was no propulsion to assist with steering, the report says. They also made a mayday call that allowed police to stop traffic to the bridge.

At 1:29 a.m., the 1.6-mile steel span came crashing down into the Patapsco River. The construction workers were sitting in their vehicles during a break when disaster struck.

The last of the victims’ bodies was recovered last week.

One member of the seven-person roadwork crew survived the collapse by somehow freeing himself from his work truck. He was rescued from the water later that morning. A road maintenance inspector also survived by running to safety in the moments before the bridge fell.

On Monday, crews conducted a controlled demolition to break down the largest remaining span of the collapsed bridge, which landed draped across the Dali’s bow, pinning the grounded ship amid the wreckage. The ship is expected to be refloated and guided back to the Port of Baltimore in the coming days.

It arrived in the U.S. from Singapore on March 19, a week before the crash, according to the report. It made stops in Newark, New Jersey, and Norfolk, Virginia, before coming to Baltimore. Investigators said they were not aware of any other power outages occurring in those ports.

They said they’re working with Hyundai, the manufacturer of the ship’s electrical system, to “identify the cause(s) of the breakers unexpectedly opening while approaching the Key Bridge and the subsequent blackouts.”

The board’s preliminary report released Tuesday likely includes a fraction of the findings that will be presented in its final report, which is expected to take more than a year.

The FBI has also launched a criminal investigation into the circumstances leading up to the collapse.

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