Understanding the 8 Status Lights for Container Pickup on ePortal

Introduction:
In the ePortal, the pickup status of specific containers is visually represented through a system of 8 status lights. These lights provide real-time information about the various stages of a container's journey, helping users easily track their containers from discharge to pickup. This article explains each of the 8 status lights and what they indicate.

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The 8 Status Lights

1. Terminal Discharge Light (Green/Red)

   • Green: Indicates that the container has been successfully discharged from the vessel and is now on the terminal.
   • Red: Indicates that the container has not yet been discharged or is still being processed.

2. Container Availability Light (Green/Red)

   • Green: The container is available for pickup and can be accessed by the trucking company.
   • Red: The container is not yet available for pickup, possibly due to ongoing processing or documentation issues.

3. Customs Clearance Light (Green/Red)

   • Green: The container has cleared customs and is ready for pickup.
   • Red: The container is still pending customs clearance, and pickup cannot proceed until this is resolved.

4. Documentation Light (Green/Red)

   • Green: All necessary documentation for the container has been completed and verified.
   • Red: There are missing or incomplete documents, preventing the container from being picked up.

5. Payment Status Light (Green/Red)

   • Green: All fees and charges related to the container have been paid.
   • Red: Outstanding payments are required before the container can be released.

6. Pickup Appointment Light (Green/Red)

   • Green: A pickup appointment has been successfully scheduled for the container.
   • Red: No pickup appointment has been made, or the scheduled appointment has been canceled.

7. Inspection Status Light (Green/Red)

   • Green: The container has passed all required inspections.
   • Red: The container is pending inspection or has failed inspection, requiring further action.

8. Final Release Light (Green/Red)

   • Green: The container is fully cleared for pickup and can be taken by the trucking company.
   • Red: The container is not yet released for pickup due to unresolved issues.