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MarineTraffic
https://www.marinetraffic.com
Overview
MarineTraffic is the largest ship-tracking platform, showing live fleet positions, port congestion and arrival estimates. Importers monitor which vessels are approaching Chinese export ports and track their own shipments.
Best for
Ship positions, port congestion and arrival estimates
Pricing
Free basic; premium plans
Pros
- Huge vessel database
- Port congestion indicators
- Free web and app
Cons
- Advanced features premium
- Data lags in poor AIS areas
- Needs vessel or route info