The Maersk Line shipping process explained

At maerskline.com we offer online applications designed to assist and support you throughout the shipping process - from planning and ordering, to managing documentation, to tracking the shipment’s progress.

We aim to provide you an experience which is:

• Easy – we offer quick access to frequently used applications
• Efficient – we provide the ability to reuse past information, ability to carry information within the process
• Secure – we use digital certificates to protect your sensitive information
• Free – we offer the online applications at no cost to you

Please select an icon in order to read more on the listed step in the basic shipping process. Each page contains the basic information required to complete the step – along with how our online applications can be of benefit.

There are of course situations where it may not be practical or possible to handle some transactions online with us on maerskline.com. In these cases please contact a local Maersk Line office to determine the best option for you. Click here to access a list of local websites which provide contact information for offices near you.

To learn more about the process step by step:
» Next: Search Schedules & Rates

Quick guides 

- See how to:
» Register
» Log in
» Search for rates
» Search a schedule 
» Book a container                               
» Prepare documentation (Shipping instruction etc.)
» Track your shipment                             
» See your invoices 

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