iContainers launches instant notifications system
Online freight forwarder iContainers has launched an “instant notifications” system allowing shippers to automatically receive up-to-date information regarding the status of their ocean freight shipment. Shippers will receive the notifications via email with “detailed and precise” information regarding their cargo status throughout the entire ocean freight process. Emails will be sent out as soon as their cargo crosses a milestone, which includes cargo loading, drop off, vessel departure, arrival, and more.
“Within the flow of shipping goods internationally, a series of events and milestones occur. These include the collection of merchandise, vessel departure and arrival, and more,” explains iContainers co-founder and president Iván Tintoré.
“Such information is vital to shippers. Previously, they would have to call the shipping carrier or their freight forwarder, or enter their online tracking code to obtain their shipment status. This is exactly what we’re eliminating. Our new automated notifications system gives shippers a peace of mind by informing them what they need to know at the right time.”
iContainers’ notifications system complement its Track & Trace service, a real-time container tracking tool that was launched two months ago. The tool allows shippers to view all their updated shipment status in one view without having to sign into multiple carriers’ websites. iContainers is also currently working on SMS and application push notifications and will be rolling those out in the coming months.
