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What is vessel tracking?
Vessel tracking is the real-time monitoring of a ship's position, course, and speed using AIS (Automatic Identification System) data — transponder signals broadcast by vessels and received by coastal stations and satellites. Ship agents, port operators, and charterers use vessel tracking to monitor inbound arrivals, plan berth allocations, and verify a vessel's last port of call before it docks.
MagicPort's global vessel directory covers 90,000+ vessels across 14 vessel types — including container ships, tankers, bulk carriers, gas carriers, and offshore vessels. Each record includes the vessel's IMO number, flag state, registered owner, commercial manager, deadweight tonnage, gross tonnage, real-time AIS position data, and port call history. The directory is used by ship agents, charterers, and maritime operators in 40+ countries to track inbound vessels, review a vessel's port call history, verify ownership, and screen against sanctions watchlists before a port call.
MagicPort's Maritime Intelligence layer screens every vessel against 300+ government and international watchlists — including OFAC, EU, and UN Security Council designations — and surfaces sanctions alerts directly on each vessel profile, updated in real time. Data last updated: .
How to track a vessel using MagicPort
Takes under 2 minutes. No account required for basic search.
- 1 Get the vessel's IMO number or name
The IMO number is a permanent 7-digit identifier found on port call documentation, shipping notices, or bills of lading. You can also search by vessel name or MMSI number.
- 2 Enter the identifier in the search bar above
Type the IMO number, vessel name, or MMSI into the search bar. The directory returns exact and partial matches ranked by relevance.
- 3 Open the vessel profile
The profile displays the vessel's current AIS position, last known port of call, registered owner, commercial manager, flag state, deadweight tonnage, and gross tonnage.
- 4 Run a sanctions check if required
Run a sanction screening on any vessel profile to check against 300+ watchlists including OFAC, EU, and UN designations. Results are returned in real time — no manual lookup required. Available to Maritime Intelligence Compliance subscribers only.
Who uses vessel tracking?
MagicPort's vessel directory is used across the maritime industry for operational and compliance purposes.
Monitor inbound vessel ETAs, verify ownership details, and prepare port call documentation before a vessel arrives at berth.
Plan berth allocations, track vessel movements in real time, and verify flag state and vessel type before accepting a port call.
Verify vessel capacity, ownership structure, and trading history before agreeing charter terms. Screen for sanctions exposure across the ownership chain.
Screen vessels, registered owners, and commercial managers against OFAC, EU, and UN watchlists. Identify shadow fleet risk signals before transacting.
Monitor inbound vessel arrivals, verify vessel type and ownership, and screen for sanctions exposure before committing to service a port call.
Track vessel positions, ownership changes, and port call patterns to identify fixture opportunities and approach the right owners at the right time.
Vessel tracking and maritime data — frequently asked questions
How do I track a vessel by IMO number?
Enter the seven-digit IMO number directly into the search bar at the top of this page. MagicPort returns the vessel's current AIS position, registered owner, commercial manager, flag state, and deadweight tonnage instantly. The IMO number is the most reliable search method because — unlike a vessel name — it never changes across flag changes, ownership transfers, or renamings. No login is required to search by IMO number.
What is vessel tracking and how does AIS work?
Vessel tracking is the real-time monitoring of a ship's position, course, and speed. It works via AIS (Automatic Identification System) — transponders aboard vessels broadcast position signals every few seconds, received by coastal VHF stations and low-earth-orbit satellites, then aggregated into global tracking feeds. MagicPort uses satellite AIS data to provide coverage in open ocean areas beyond coastal VHF range, ensuring position data for vessels on deep-sea routes. See MagicPort's AIS coverage.
Can I search for a vessel by name instead of IMO number?
Yes. MagicPort's search supports vessel name, IMO number, MMSI number. Searching by IMO number is the most precise method — vessel names are not unique and can change during a vessel's operational life. For common names, the directory returns all matching records ranked by relevance. You can also search by owner or manager name to see all vessels operated by a specific company.
How many vessels are in MagicPort's directory?
MagicPort's vessel directory contains more than 90,000 vessels worldwide, spanning 14 vessel types including container ships, tankers, bulk carriers, gas carriers, and offshore vessels. The database is updated continuously using AIS data feeds. Learn more about MagicPort's Maritime Intelligence platform.
What is an IMO number and why does it matter?
An IMO number is a unique, permanent seven-digit identifier assigned by the International Maritime Organization to every commercial seagoing vessel of 100 gross tonnage and above. Unlike a vessel's name or flag, the IMO number never changes — it stays with the ship for its entire operational life, making it the most reliable way to identify a vessel for tracking, sanctions screening, and due diligence purposes. You can search MagicPort's directory directly by IMO number using the search bar above.
What is the difference between a registered owner and a commercial manager?
A registered owner is the legal entity that holds title to a vessel, recorded in the ship's flag state registry. A commercial manager is the company responsible for the vessel's day-to-day trading operations — chartering, cargo booking, and voyage management. These are frequently different entities: a private equity firm may own a vessel while a specialist shipping company manages its commercial activity. For sanctions screening and due diligence, both must be checked independently. MagicPort's vessel profiles display registered owner, commercial manager, and ISM manager as separate fields.
What does deadweight tonnage (DWT) mean?
Deadweight tonnage (DWT) is the total weight a vessel can carry when loaded to its maximum permitted draft — including cargo, fuel, fresh water, ballast, crew, and stores. It is the primary measure of a vessel's carrying capacity, expressed in metric tons. DWT differs from gross tonnage (GT), which measures a vessel's total internal volume rather than its cargo capacity. Both figures are displayed on every vessel profile in MagicPort's directory.
Does MagicPort include sanctions screening for vessels?
Yes. MagicPort screens vessels against 300+ government and international sanctions watchlists, including OFAC (US Office of Foreign Assets Control), EU sanctions lists, and UN Security Council designations. Sanctions alerts appear directly on each vessel profile and update in real time. See how MagicPort's sanctions screening works.