Ship Location and Route Monitoring API

Ship Location and Route Monitoring API

The Ship Location and Route Monitoring API grants users access to the specifics and live trajectory of any vessel through its IMO number.

API description

About the API: 

The Ship Location and Route Monitoring API is a crucial tool that allows users to effortlessly retrieve data and monitor the real-time trajectory of any vessel using its IMO number. This API is especially beneficial for creating applications that require vessel tracking or monitoring functions, such as logistics or ship management systems.

Through this API, developers can access a wide range of ship data, such as name, flag, tonnage, length and more. This information is invaluable for monitoring vessel movements in different regions and bodies of water.

In addition, the API provides users with up-to-the-minute tracking data, such as the vessel's current route, its last port and estimated arrival and departure times. This dynamic data set facilitates vessel tracking across multiple ports and routes, enabling real-time monitoring of vessel movements.

Noted for its reliability and efficiency, the Ship Location and Route Monitoring API ensures fast response times and constant availability. Thoroughly tested to smoothly handle large volumes of requests, it stands as an optimal solution for applications requiring fast and accurate vessel tracking data.

An important feature of this API is its scalability. Compatible with a wide range of vessel types, from freighters to cruise ships, it allows users to customize the retrieved data to suit their specific needs. This flexibility facilitates the creation of ship tracking functionalities tailored to the needs of the application.

In conclusion, the Ship Location and Route Monitoring API is a must-have for users developing applications that require vessel tracking or monitoring capabilities. Whether building a logistics system, a ship management application or a ship tracking platform, this API facilitates the provision of fast and accurate ship tracking data, thus improving ship management and operational efficiency.

 

What this API receives and what your API provides (input/output)?

Just with the Vessel IMO number you will be available to retrieve relevant information about the ship. Name, flag, tonnage, and more. 

Also, you will be able to retrieve the current route. Where are they going? Where did they just depart from? Where did they be in the past few days? When they are supposed to arrive? Get all this information with this API. 

 

What are the most common uses cases of this API?

  1. Logistics and shipping management: Logistics and shipping companies can use the API to track the movements of their vessels in real time. The API can help companies optimize their supply chain operations and improve delivery times by providing accurate vessel tracking data.

  2. Port authorities: Port authorities can use the API to monitor vessel movements within their ports. The API can help port authorities improve safety, security, and traffic management by providing up-to-date vessel tracking information.

  3. Insurance companies: Insurance companies can use the API to monitor vessel movements and assess risk levels. The API can help insurance companies better understand the risks associated with different vessels and routes, allowing them to make more informed underwriting decisions.

  4. Maritime law enforcement: Maritime law enforcement agencies can use the API to track vessels suspected of illegal activity. The API can help law enforcement agencies locate and apprehend vessels that are engaged in piracy, smuggling, or other illegal activities.

  5. Environmental monitoring: Environmental organizations can use the API to track vessel movements and monitor the impact of shipping on the environment. The API can help environmental organizations identify areas where shipping activity is having a negative impact on the environment, allowing them to take action to protect the environment.

 

Are there any limitations to your plans?

Besides the number of API calls, there is no other limitation

API Documentation

Endpoints


Pass the vessel IMO number and retrieve information about the ship. 

Get data like:

  • IMO number
  • Vessel Name
  • Ship type
  • Flag
  • Gross Tonnage
  • Summer Deadweight (t)
  • Length Overall (m)
  • Beam (m)
  • Year of Built



                                                                            
GET https://www.zylalabs.com/api/4060/ship+location+and+route+monitoring+api/4877/vessel+information
                                                                            
                                                                        

Vessel Information - Endpoint Features
Object Description
imoCode [Required] The Vessel's IMO code.
Test Endpoint

API EXAMPLE RESPONSE

       
                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                                                                                                                            {"status":200,"success":true,"message":"IMO Code 9270622 is valid","data":{"imo_number":"9270622","vessel_name":"AQUAMAN","ship_type":"Offshore Tug\/Supply Ship","flag":"Vanuatu","gross_tonnage":"2332","summer_deadweight_t":"2162","length_overall_m":"69","beam_m":"16","year_of_built":"2003"}}
                                                                                                                                                                                                                    
                                                                                                    

Vessel Information - CODE SNIPPETS


curl --location --request GET 'https://zylalabs.com/api/4060/ship+location+and+route+monitoring+api/4877/vessel+information?imoCode=9270622' --header 'Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY' 

    

This endpoint will allow you to retrieve the current route of a desired vessel. 

Get:

  • Departure Port
  • Departure ATD
  • Callsign
  • Flag
  • Length / Beam
  • IMO / MMSI
  • Navigation Status
  • Current Draught
  • Course / Speed
  • Arrival Port
  • Arrival ETA

Also, retrieve the latest ports, and how long they where in that port. 



                                                                            
GET https://www.zylalabs.com/api/4060/ship+location+and+route+monitoring+api/4878/get+route
                                                                            
                                                                        

Get Route - Endpoint Features
Object Description
imoCode [Required] The Vessel's IMO code.
Test Endpoint

API EXAMPLE RESPONSE

       
                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                                                                                                                            {"status":200,"success":true,"message":"IMO Code 9251183 is valid","data":{"departure_port":"Willemstad, Curacao","departure_atd":"ATD: May 4, 14:16 UTC (3 days ago)","callsign":"V7A4876","flag":"Marshall Islands","length_beam":"119 \/ 19 m","imo_mmsi":"9251183 \/ 538009548","navigation_status":"-","current_draught":"6.1 m","course_speed":"\u00a0","arrival_port":"FOR ORDERS","arrival_atd":"ETA: Jun 30, 05:30","latest_port_calls":[{"port_name":"Willemstad, Curacao","arrival_utc":"2024-05-03T14:33:00.000000Z","departure_utc":"2024-05-04T14:16:00.000000Z","time_in_port":"23 hours, 43 minutes"},{"port_name":"locked, ","arrival_utc":"2024-04-24T18:33:00.000000Z","departure_utc":"2024-04-25T07:18:00.000000Z","time_in_port":"12 hours, 45 minutes"},{"port_name":"locked, ","arrival_utc":"2024-04-23T17:53:00.000000Z","departure_utc":"2024-04-24T18:24:00.000000Z","time_in_port":"1 days, 31 minutes"},{"port_name":"locked, ","arrival_utc":"2024-04-07T20:37:00.000000Z","departure_utc":"2024-04-14T06:34:00.000000Z","time_in_port":"6 days, 9 hours, 57 minutes"},{"port_name":"locked, ","arrival_utc":"2024-03-29T10:57:00.000000Z","departure_utc":"2024-03-31T07:32:00.000000Z","time_in_port":"1 days, 20 hours, 35 minutes"}]}}
                                                                                                                                                                                                                    
                                                                                                    

Get Route - CODE SNIPPETS


curl --location --request GET 'https://zylalabs.com/api/4060/ship+location+and+route+monitoring+api/4878/get+route?imoCode=9251183' --header 'Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY' 

    

This endpoint will allow you to retrieve the current position of the vessel. 

Get:

  • Area
  • Current Port
  • Latitude
  • Longitude
  • Navigational Status
  • Speed
  • Course
  • AIS Source



                                                                            
GET https://www.zylalabs.com/api/4060/ship+location+and+route+monitoring+api/4879/current+position
                                                                            
                                                                        

Current Position - Endpoint Features
Object Description
imoCode [Required] The Vessel's IMO code.
Test Endpoint

API EXAMPLE RESPONSE

       
                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                                                                                                                            {"status":200,"success":true,"message":"IMO Code 9270622 is valid","data":{"position_received":"2024-05-07 15:33 (UTC+0)","vessel_local_time":"2024-05-07 15:33 (UTC+0)","area":null,"current_port":null,"latitude_longitude":"0.65 \/ 8.80","navigational_status":"-","speed_course":"0.2 knots","ais_source":null}}
                                                                                                                                                                                                                    
                                                                                                    

Current Position - CODE SNIPPETS


curl --location --request GET 'https://zylalabs.com/api/4060/ship+location+and+route+monitoring+api/4879/current+position?imoCode=9270622' --header 'Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY' 

    

This endpoint will allow you to retrieve the current position of the vessel based on its MMSI. 

Get:

  • Destination.
  • Reported ETA. 
  • Speed. 
  • Heading. 
  • Draught.
  • Position Received.
  • Latitude / Longitude. 
  • Navigational status.



                                                                            
GET https://www.zylalabs.com/api/4060/ship+location+and+route+monitoring+api/4880/get+position+by+mmsi
                                                                            
                                                                        

Get Position by MMSI - Endpoint Features
Object Description
mmsiCode [Required] The Vessel's MMSI code.
Test Endpoint

API EXAMPLE RESPONSE

       
                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                                                                                                                            {"status":200,"success":true,"message":"MMSI Code 577472000 is valid","data":{"destination":"Port Gentil, Gabon","reported_eta":"ETA: Apr 30, 03:00","speed":"0.2 knots","heading":null,"draught":"5.6 m","position_received":"2024-05-07 15:33 (UTC+0)","latitude_longitude":"0.65 \/ 8.80","navigational_status":"-"}}
                                                                                                                                                                                                                    
                                                                                                    

Get Position by MMSI - CODE SNIPPETS


curl --location --request GET 'https://zylalabs.com/api/4060/ship+location+and+route+monitoring+api/4880/get+position+by+mmsi?mmsiCode=577472000' --header 'Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY' 

    

API Access Key & Authentication

After signing up, every developer is assigned a personal API access key, a unique combination of letters and digits provided to access to our API endpoint. To authenticate with the Ship Location and Route Monitoring API REST API, simply include your bearer token in the Authorization header.

Headers

Header Description
Authorization [Required] Should be Bearer access_key. See "Your API Access Key" above when you are subscribed.


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The Ship Location and Route Monitoring API is a service that allows developers to access real-time ship information and track the routes of ships using their unique IMO numbers. It provides comprehensive data about ship positions, speeds, headings, destinations, and more.

The API provides a wealth of ship data, including the ship's current position, speed, heading, destination, ETA (estimated time of arrival), and historical route information. This information enables you to track ships in real-time and analyze their past movements.

The Ship Location and Route Monitoring API strives to provide accurate and up-to-date ship tracking data. However, please note that ship positions and other data are subject to various factors such as ship reporting frequency, reception quality, and data source reliability.

The API itself does not provide native alert or notification functionality. However, developers can leverage the data retrieved from the API to implement custom alert systems within their applications, triggering notifications based on specific ship criteria or events.

Integration is straightforward. The API offers well-documented endpoints and provides developers with clear instructions on how to make requests and retrieve ship information. Detailed documentation and code examples facilitate easy integration.

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