MSC in New Zealand
Track MSC containers moving through ports in New Zealand by container or bill of lading number. After unloading, the goods are often delivered by a local carrier.
Popular local carriers in New Zealand
MSC tracking number format
Containers operated or owned by MSC carry one of these owner codes: MSMU MSCU MSDU MEDU MSBU MSNU GTIU MADU MSGU MSHU MSPU MSRU MSTU MSVU MSYU MSZU.
| Format | Example |
|---|---|
| Owner code MSMU + 6 digits + check digit | MSMU1234566 |
| Owner code MSCU + 6 digits + check digit | MSCU6543212 |
| Owner code MSDU + 6 digits + check digit | MSDU2468027 |
| Owner code MEDU + 6 digits + check digit | MEDU1357910 |
| Owner code MSBU + 6 digits + check digit | MSBU1020302 |
| Owner code MSNU + 6 digits + check digit | MSNU9080706 |
Examples show the format only and are not real shipments.
How to track a MSC shipment
- Find the 11-character container number on the container doors or your shipping documents.
- Enter it above (spaces are ignored).
- Press Track to see the latest MSC container events.
Frequently asked questions
What does a MSC container number look like?
Container numbers follow ISO 6346: a 3-letter owner code plus the letter U (for MSC: MSMU, MSCU, MSDU, MEDU, MSBU, MSNU), six digits and a final check digit, 11 characters in total. Example: MSMU1234566.
Can I track a bill of lading or booking number here?
Our automatic detection works on container numbers. To track by bill of lading (B/L) or booking number, use the search on msc.com directly. We link to it from this page.
Why does the container show no movement?
Events are added when the container is gated in, loaded, discharged or gated out. Between ports there may be no updates for several days while the vessel is at sea.
Is this the official MSC website?
No. TrackandTrace.com is an independent tracking directory that sends you to the official MSC tracking page on msc.com.
Which other carriers deliver parcels in New Zealand?
Besides MSC, popular carriers in New Zealand include Aramex New Zealand (formerly Fastway), NZ Couriers, NZ Post, CourierPost, Mainfreight. You can track all of them with the same search box.