Please find below an overview of Hapag-Lloyd supported EDI message types and the customer value they can create for your business. You can also find our own Standard Message Implementation Guides here.
| Process | Message description | Message | Hapag-Lloyd's MIGs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sailing Schedule | Automatic update of the customer's ERP system with the latest sailing data enables better supply chain planning and reduces manual operations. |
IFTSAI 323 |
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| Booking Request | Accelerates and automates the booking process, eliminates human error, and allows bookings to be generated directly from the customer’s system. |
IFTMBF 300 |
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| Booking Confirmation | Provides instant feedback on the booking status and full transport plan details, with automatic integration into the customer’s ERP system. |
IFTMBC 301 |
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| VGM Submission | Fulfills legal requirements for submitting Verified Gross Mass (VGM) of containers, ensuring compliant and seamless data exchange with the carrier. |
VERMAS | EDIFACT D16A |
| VGM APERAK | Provides confirmation of receipt or rejection of the VGM message, enhancing process transparency and enabling quick error handling. |
APERAK 824 |
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| Shipping Instruction | Enables secure, fast, and consistent transmission of shipping instructions, supports B/L draft creation, and minimizes the need for email communication. |
IFTMIN 304 |
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| Documentation | Facilitates the electronic exchange of transport documents and data between the customer and business partners, reducing communication costs and processing time. |
IFTMCS 310 |
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| Tracing | Delivers real-time shipment status updates throughout the transport chain, supporting transparency, better planning. |
IFTSTA 315 |
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| Arrival Notice | Facilitates the electronic exchange of transport documents and data between the customer and business partners, reducing communication costs and processing time. |
IFTMAN 312 |
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| Invoice /Acknowledgement | Enables automated exchange of freight invoices and acknowledgements, improving accounting efficiency and reducing the risk of billing errors. |
IFTFCC 310 997 |
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| Acknowledgement | Provides confirmation of message receipt and validation results, helping to ensure data integrity, detect integration issues early, and support reliable and traceable electronic communication. |
APERAK CONTRL 997 |
TBA - ANSI 5040 |