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How to Read a PTBU Container Number (ISO 6346)
PTB
U
123456
7
Carrier Owner Code (GCA Tainer)
Equipment Category (U)
6-Digit Serial Number
Check Digit Verification
For accurate PTBU container tracking, every container follows the international ISO 6346 standard. The first three letters represent the BIC registered owner code for GCA Tainer. 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.
Groupe Charles André (GCA Tainer) & Prefix Directory
GCA Tainer
Groupe Charles André (GCA Tainer)Groupe Charles André (GCA Tainer) is a leading European chemical and bulk multimodal logistics operator operating specialized tank containers. Use our PTBU container tracking tool for real-time visibility across global maritime routes.
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Headquarters
Montélimar, France
Founded
1932
Global Fleet
15,000+ Tank Containers
Carrier Alliance
GCA Logistics
All Registered GCA Tainer Container Prefixes (5)
Select any GCA Tainer container prefix to view dedicated prefix tracking, serial number anatomy, and container information.
Frequently Asked Questions About PTBU Container Tracking
What does the PTBU container prefix stand for?
PTBU is an official BIC-registered container prefix operated by Groupe Charles André (GCA Tainer). The letters "PTB" identify the carrier, and "U" designates a standard ISO 6346 intermodal freight container.
How do I perform PTBU container tracking live?
Enter your full 11-character PTBU container number (e.g. PTBU1234567) into the tracking field above. TraceContainer will fetch real-time vessel schedules, port milestones, and container status.
Can I track all GCA Tainer container prefixes on TraceContainer?
Yes, TraceContainer supports live tracking across all registered GCA Tainer prefixes including CWSU, FRCU, GENU, PTBU, TMTU and more.