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How to Read a EMDU Container Number (ISO 6346)
EMD
U
123456
7
Carrier Owner Code (EMS Containers)
Equipment Category (U)
6-Digit Serial Number
Check Digit Verification
For accurate EMDU container tracking, every container follows the international ISO 6346 standard. The first three letters represent the BIC registered owner code for EMS Containers. The 4th character is always U denoting an intermodal freight container, followed by a unique 6-digit serial number and a calculated check digit for tracking verification.
Equipment Management Services LLC (EMS) & Prefix Directory
EMS Containers
Equipment Management Services LLC (EMS)Equipment Management Services (EMS) provides container sales, leasing, and depot logistics services across major US transportation hubs. Use our EMDU container tracking tool for real-time visibility across global maritime routes.
Track via EMS Containers Carrier Page
Headquarters
Houston, Texas, USA
Founded
2003
Global Fleet
30,000+ TEU
Carrier Alliance
Intermodal Depot & Leasing
All Registered EMS Containers Container Prefixes (3)
Select any EMS Containers container prefix to view dedicated prefix tracking, serial number anatomy, and container information.
Frequently Asked Questions About EMDU Container Tracking
What does the EMDU container prefix stand for?
EMDU is an official BIC-registered container prefix operated by Equipment Management Services LLC (EMS). The letters "EMD" identify the carrier, and "U" designates a standard ISO 6346 intermodal freight container.
How do I perform EMDU container tracking live?
Enter your full 11-character EMDU container number (e.g. EMDU1234567) into the tracking field above. TraceContainer will fetch real-time vessel schedules, port milestones, and container status.
Can I track all EMS Containers container prefixes on TraceContainer?
Yes, TraceContainer supports live tracking across all registered EMS Containers prefixes including EMDU, EMRU, EMSU and more.