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How to Read a GRCU Container Number (ISO 6346)
GRC
U
123456
7
Carrier Owner Code (Borchard Lines)
Equipment Category (U)
6-Digit Serial Number
Check Digit Verification
For accurate GRCU container tracking, every container follows the international ISO 6346 standard. The first three letters represent the BIC registered owner code for Borchard Lines. 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.
Borchard Lines Ltd. & Prefix Directory
Borchard Lines
Borchard Lines Ltd.Borchard Lines provides scheduled shortsea container transport services linking the UK and Northern Europe with Mediterranean ports. Use our GRCU container tracking tool for real-time visibility across global maritime routes.
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Headquarters
London, United Kingdom
Founded
1933
Global Fleet
10+ vessels
Carrier Alliance
Independent
All Registered Borchard Lines Container Prefixes (3)
Select any Borchard Lines container prefix to view dedicated prefix tracking, serial number anatomy, and container information.
Frequently Asked Questions About GRCU Container Tracking
What does the GRCU container prefix stand for?
GRCU is an official BIC-registered container prefix operated by Borchard Lines Ltd.. The letters "GRC" identify the carrier, and "U" designates a standard ISO 6346 intermodal freight container.
How do I perform GRCU container tracking live?
Enter your full 11-character GRCU container number (e.g. GRCU1234567) into the tracking field above. TraceContainer will fetch real-time vessel schedules, port milestones, and container status.
Can I track all Borchard Lines container prefixes on TraceContainer?
Yes, TraceContainer supports live tracking across all registered Borchard Lines prefixes including BORU, GRCU, MCLU and more.