How container job numbers work
Understand parent booking prefixes, container suffixes, and when to use each reference.
Every physical container in a booking gets its own Container Job Number, something like IMP001-1. The prefix ties back to the parent booking; the suffix identifies that specific container within it, since one booking can hold several containers.
Two movements per container
Most containers have two tracked movements (for example, wharf to warehouse, then warehouse to empty park for imports) — the container's status reflects where both of those movements stand, not just one.
Booking number vs. container job number
The booking number (e.g. IMP001) refers to the whole shipment. The container job number (e.g. IMP001-1, IMP001-2) refers to one physical container within that booking. Use the container job number whenever you're referencing a specific container — in warehouse receipts, operational messages, or support tickets.
Container status lifecycle
- 1New: No movement has started yet for this container.
- 2In Progress: At least one leg (movement) for this container is underway.
- 3Completed: Every expected leg for this container is finished.
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