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Live vessel tracking

Never miss a
vessel arrival
again.

Portool monitors your vessels around the clock and sends you an instant email alert the moment they arrive at port โ€” so you can stop checking manually.

No credit card required  ยท  Cancel anytime  ยท  Setup in 2 minutes
20 minutesPolling interval โ€” near real-time alerts
2 minAverage setup time per vessel
ยฃ0Cost to try for 14 days
24/7Monitoring โ€” even while you sleep
The problem

Freight forwarders waste
hours checking vessel positions

How it works

Set up in minutes.
Alerts arrive automatically.

No complex software. No training required. Just add your vessels and let Portool do the watching.

1

Add your vessel

Enter the vessel name, IMO or MMSI number, and your target port. Takes under 2 minutes.

2

We monitor it

Portool checks the vessel's live AIS position every 20 minutes using global tracking data โ€” 24 hours a day.

3

You get alerted

The moment your vessel arrives at its target port, you receive an instant email alert. No logging in required.

Features

Everything you need.
Nothing you don't.

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Live AIS Data

Real-time vessel position data updated every 20 minutes from global AIS receivers โ€” terrestrial and satellite.

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Instant Email Alerts

Professional arrival notifications sent directly to your inbox the moment a vessel reaches its target port.

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Track Any Vessel

Add vessels by IMO or MMSI number. Supports all vessel types โ€” container ships, tankers, bulk carriers and more.

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Global Port Coverage

Track arrivals at any port in the world. From Felixstowe to Singapore โ€” if the vessel has AIS, we can track it.

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No Duplicate Alerts

Smart duplicate prevention means you only receive one alert per arrival โ€” not a flood of emails while the vessel sits in port.

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2 Minute Setup

No complex onboarding. Create an account, add a vessel, and you're tracking. It really is that simple.

Pricing

Simple, transparent
pricing.

Start free for 14 days. No credit card required. Cancel anytime.

๐Ÿ”ง Beta: Portool is currently in beta testing. Paid subscriptions are not yet active โ€” all features are free to use during this period. We'll notify you by email when paid plans launch.
Starter
ยฃ19
per month
Perfect for independent freight forwarders tracking a small number of vessels.
  • Up to 5 vessels
  • Email arrival alerts
  • 1 user account
  • 20 minute polling
  • Global port coverage
Start free trial
Business
ยฃ99
per month
For larger operations tracking extensive fleets across multiple users and teams.
  • Unlimited vessels
  • Email arrival alerts
  • Unlimited users
  • 20 minute polling
  • Global port coverage
  • Priority support
  • API access (coming soon)
Start free trial

All plans include a 14-day free trial. No credit card required.

Start tracking your
vessels today.

Join freight forwarders who have stopped manually checking vessel positions.

FAQ

Common questions

How does Portool know when a vessel arrives?
Portool uses live AIS data and port event detection to monitor your vessel every 20 minutes. When a vessel arrives at your target port, we send you an alert immediately.
What information do I need to track a vessel?
You need the vessel's IMO or MMSI number โ€” both publicly available on sites like MarineTraffic โ€” and the UN/LOCODE for your target port.
How quickly will I receive an alert after a vessel arrives?
Portool checks vessel positions every 20 minutes, so you'll typically receive an alert within 20 minutes of a vessel arriving at its target port.
Does Portool cover all ports globally?
Yes โ€” Portool uses global AIS data covering ports worldwide. As long as the vessel is transmitting AIS signals, we can track it anywhere in the world.
Can I cancel my subscription at any time?
Absolutely. There are no long-term contracts. You can cancel at any time and you won't be charged again.
Is there a free trial?
Yes โ€” every plan comes with a 14-day free trial. No credit card required. Just sign up and start tracking straight away.