--- title: "BlueBox Systems: Innovative Air and Ocean Freight Cargo Tracking for Businesses | Logistics 4.0" description: Logistics 4.0 | Enhancing Your Business with Air and Ocean Freight Cargo Tracking Solutions image: https://bluebox-systems.com/hubfs/Platform_Icon.png --- [![BlueBoxSystems](https://bluebox-systems.com/hubfs/BlueBoxSystems.webp)](https://bluebox-systems.com/) - PLATFORM - [BlueBoxCargo](https://bluebox-systems.com/cargo-tracking-management-system) - [CO2 Tracking](https://bluebox-systems.com/co2-tracking) - [Onboarding & API](https://bluebox-systems.com/onboarding) - [Trade Lane Intelligence](https://bluebox-systems.com/trade-lane-management) - [OUR COMPANY](https://bluebox-systems.com/our-company) - [Our Story](https://bluebox-systems.com/our-company#our-story) - [Agility and Innovation](https://bluebox-systems.com/our-company#agility-innvoation) - [Customers](https://bluebox-systems.com/our-company#customers) - RESOURCES - [News](https://bluebox-systems.com/news-and-conferences) - [Conferences](https://bluebox-systems.com/news-and-conferences#conferences) - [Blog](https://bluebox-systems.com/blog) - [FAQ](https://bluebox-systems.com/faq) - [Freight Visibility Glossary](https://bluebox-systems.com/freight-visibility-glossary) - [Book Our Demo](https://bluebox-systems.com/demo) [LOG IN](https://bluebox-systems-cargo.com/login.html) [BOOK OUR DEMO](https://bluebox-systems.com/demo) # BlueBox - Blogposts Discover the latest insights, trends, and innovations in the world of logistics with the BlueBox blog. Stay updated on industry developments, expert opinions, and success stories that inspire. Dive deep into topics like air and ocean freight tracking, supply chain visibility, AI in logistics, and much more.     ### BlueBox actively participates in important logistics conferences throughout the year. Come and visit us in person for a friendly and informative introduction and demo! ## Blog Logistics 4.0 ### [How to Predict, Monitor, and Prevent Demurrage and Detention Charges in Ocean Freight](https://bluebox-systems.com/blog/how-to-predict-monitor-and-prevent-demurrage-and-detention-charges-in-ocean-freight) Learn how to predict, monitor, and prevent demurrage and detention (D&D) charges in ocean freight using smart logistics strategies, digital... Henning Flaspöler Jan 3, 2025 Logistics 4.0 ### [Calculate CO2 emissions in real time through BlueBox Systems](https://bluebox-systems.com/blog/calculate-co2-emissions-in-real-time/) Freight transportation in Southeast Asia will double its CO2 emissions by 2050 - BlueBox Systems helps you keep track. Henning Flaspöler Nov 13, 2023 Logistics 4.0 ### [Co2 emissions in air freight: It's better to know your aircraft type!](https://bluebox-systems.com/blog/co2-emissions-in-air-freight-by-aircraft-type/) We explain why it is so important in air freight these days to know what type of aircraft is being used to transport the goods. Henning Flaspöler Jun 19, 2022 Logistics 4.0 ### [Air freight demand remains at record high](https://bluebox-systems.com/blog/air-freight-demand-remains-at-record-high/) Demand for air freight is increasing, but capacities are not sufficient. The solution: targeted digitization through BlueBoxAir. Martin Schulze Aug 11, 2021 Logistics 4.0 ### [BlueBox as part of Logistics 4.0](https://bluebox-systems.com/blog/bluebox-as-part-of-logistics-4-0/) Industry 4.0 would not be possible without Logistics 4.0, because just like production, the supply chain must also be networked and automated. Martin Schulze Aug 11, 2021 Logistics 4.0 ### [How to Predict, Monitor, and Prevent Demurrage and Detention Charges in Ocean Freight](https://bluebox-systems.com/blog/how-to-predict-monitor-and-prevent-demurrage-and-detention-charges-in-ocean-freight) Learn how to predict, monitor, and prevent demurrage and detention (D&D) charges in ocean freight using smart logistics strategies, digital... Henning Flaspöler Jan 3, 2025 Partner ### [Otonomi relies on data of BlueBox Systems](https://bluebox-systems.com/blog/otonomi-relies-on-data-of-bluebox-systems) BlueBox Systems' API solution empowers insurance company Otonomi to monitor cargo delays, mitigating risks and ensuring peace of mind for shippers. Henning Flaspöler Feb 26, 2024 Logistics 4.0 ### [Calculate CO2 emissions in real time through BlueBox Systems](https://bluebox-systems.com/blog/calculate-co2-emissions-in-real-time/) Freight transportation in Southeast Asia will double its CO2 emissions by 2050 - BlueBox Systems helps you keep track. Henning Flaspöler Nov 13, 2023 Logistics 4.0 ### [Co2 emissions in air freight: It's better to know your aircraft type!](https://bluebox-systems.com/blog/co2-emissions-in-air-freight-by-aircraft-type/) We explain why it is so important in air freight these days to know what type of aircraft is being used to transport the goods. Henning Flaspöler Jun 19, 2022 Logistics 4.0 ### [Air freight demand remains at record high](https://bluebox-systems.com/blog/air-freight-demand-remains-at-record-high/) Demand for air freight is increasing, but capacities are not sufficient. The solution: targeted digitization through BlueBoxAir. Martin Schulze Aug 11, 2021 Logistics 4.0 ### [BlueBox as part of Logistics 4.0](https://bluebox-systems.com/blog/bluebox-as-part-of-logistics-4-0/) Industry 4.0 would not be possible without Logistics 4.0, because just like production, the supply chain must also be networked and automated. Martin Schulze Aug 11, 2021 CONFERENCES & EXHIBITIONS ## News Doha, Feb 23th - 26th 2025 #### [Web Summit Qatar](https://qatar.websummit.com) Las Vegas, Feb 10th - 12th 2025 #### [Manifest](https://manife.st) Dubai, Dec 10th - 11th 2024 #### Logimotion Panama, Sep 23rd - 27th 2024 #### [FIATA World Congress](https://www.fiata2024.com.pa/) Riyadh, Sep 10th - 11th 2024 #### [SkyMove MENA](https://www.skymovemena.com/) Thessaloniki, Sep 7th - 9th 2024 #### [Thessaloniki International Fair](https://thessalonikifair.gr/en) [![c-1](https://bluebox-systems.com/hubfs/c-1.png)](https://bluebox-systems.com/) Bluebox Systems GmbH Am Hof 28 D-53113 Bonn [+49 228 33885400](tel:4922833885400) ### Platform - [BlueBoxCargo](https://bluebox-systems.com/cargo-tracking-management-system) - [Co2-Tracking](https://bluebox-systems.com/co2-tracking) - [Onboarding & API](https://bluebox-systems.com/onboarding) ### Company - [Our Story](https://bluebox-systems.com/our-company#our-story) - [Agility and Innovation](https://bluebox-systems.com/our-company#agility-innvoation) - [Customers](https://bluebox-systems.com/our-company#customers) ### Resources - [News](https://bluebox-systems.com/news-and-conferences) - [Conferences](https://bluebox-systems.com/news-and-conferences#conferences) - [Blog](https://bluebox-systems.com/blog) - [Faq](https://bluebox-systems.com/faq) - [Freight Visibility Glossary](https://bluebox-systems.com/freight-visibility-glossary) - [Book Our Demo](https://bluebox-systems.com/demo) © 2026 Bluebox Systems GmbH     All rights reserved        [Imprint     ](https://bluebox-systems.eu/imprint)[Privacy Policy](https://bluebox-systems.eu/privacy-policy) ```json { "@context" : "https://schema.org", "@id" : "https://bluebox-systems.com/#organization", "@type" : "LocalBusiness", "address" : { "@type" : "PostalAddress", "addressCountry" : "DE", "addressLocality" : "Bonn", "postalCode" : "53113", "streetAddress" : "Am Hof 28" }, "description" : "BlueBox Systems GmbH is a logistics technology company providing real-time air and ocean freight tracking, predictive ETAs, route monitoring, and CO₂ emission transparency for supply chain optimization.", "email" : "info@bluebox-systems.com", "geo" : { "@type" : "GeoCoordinates", "latitude" : 50.735268, "longitude" : 7.102287 }, "name" : "BlueBox Systems GmbH", "openingHoursSpecification" : [ { "@type" : "OpeningHoursSpecification", "closes" : "17:00", "dayOfWeek" : [ "Monday", "Tuesday", "Wednesday", "Thursday", "Friday" ], "opens" : "09:00" } ], "sameAs" : [ "https://www.linkedin.com/company/bluebox-systems/", "https://twitter.com/blueboxsystems" ], "telephone" : "+49 228 33885400", "url" : "https://bluebox-systems.com/" } ``` ```json { "@context" : "https://schema.org", "@id" : "/#service", "@type" : "Service", "areaServed" : { "@type" : "Place", "name" : "" }, "description" : "", "hasOfferCatalog" : { "@type" : "OfferCatalog", "itemListElement" : [ { "@type" : "Offer", "itemOffered" : { "@type" : "Service", "description" : "", "name" : "" } }, { "@type" : "Offer", "itemOffered" : { "@type" : "Service", "description" : "", "name" : "" } }, { "@type" : "Offer", "itemOffered" : { "@type" : "Service", "description" : "", "name" : "" } } ], "name" : "" }, "name" : "", "provider" : { "@type" : "Organization", "address" : { "@type" : "PostalAddress", "addressCountry" : "DE", "addressLocality" : "Bonn", "postalCode" : "53113", "streetAddress" : "Am Hof 28" }, "email" : "info@bluebox-systems.com", "name" : "BlueBox Systems GmbH", "telephone" : "+49 228 33885400", "url" : "https://bluebox-systems.com" }, "serviceType" : "", "termsOfService" : "", "url" : "" } ``` ```json { "@context" : "https://schema.org", "@id" : "#organization", "@type" : "Organization", "address" : { "@type" : "PostalAddress", "addressCountry" : "", "addressLocality" : "", "postalCode" : "", "streetAddress" : "" }, "contactPoint" : [ { "@type" : "ContactPoint", "availableLanguage" : "", "contactType" : "customer support", "email" : "", "telephone" : "" } ], "description" : "", "email" : "", "founder" : { "@type" : "Person", "name" : "" }, "foundingDate" : "", "legalName" : "", "logo" : "", "name" : "", "sameAs" : [ "", "", "" ], "telephone" : "", "url" : "" } ``` ```json { "@context" : "https://schema.org", "@type" : "FAQPage", "mainEntity" : [ { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "BlueBox tracks around 150 airlines. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}" }, "name" : "Which airfreight carriers does BlueBox track?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "BlueBox tracks around 50 ocean freight carriers. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}" }, "name" : "Which oceanfreight carriers does BlueBox track?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "Yes — although they already track all major carriers, BlueBox can add additional carriers based on customer and market demand. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}" }, "name" : "Can BlueBox add additional carriers?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "Yes — documentation is available for both Airfreight and Oceanfreight APIs. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}" }, "name" : "Can I view your API documentation?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "For ocean freight, you need a container number or Master Ocean Bill of Lading. 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There is a supplemental charge for CO₂ tracking. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}" }, "name" : "How do you charge for tracking services?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "You can have as many users as you like; there is no charge per user. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}" }, "name" : "How many user licences can we have?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "You can start tracking the same day if you upload via Excel. API integration typically takes 1‑4 weeks, depending on your system and tech‑team. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}" }, "name" : "How long does it take to start tracking shipments?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "Through the UI, you can select shipments (or groups) and email a hyperlink to customers. 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But they also offer introductory packages for 45‑day or 90‑day periods, for users who want to try the service without a long-term commitment. :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}" }, "name" : "Do I have to sign an annual contract?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "They invoice monthly for the actual shipments tracked (subject to minimum volume if agreed). 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