--- title: GLA - Customized Freight Tracking Solutions description: As an official affiliate partner of the GLA, BlueBox Systems offers the perfect Ocean Freight Visibility and Collaboration Tool for all the GLA members. image: https://bluebox-systems.com/hubfs/GLA%20logo%20(77).png --- [![BlueBox Systems logo](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/BlueBoxSystems.jpg?width=153&height=60&name=BlueBoxSystems.jpg)](https://bluebox-systems.com?hsLang=en) - PLATFORM - [BlueBoxCargo](https://bluebox-systems.com/cargo-tracking-management-system?hsLang=en) - [CO2 Tracking](https://bluebox-systems.com/co2-tracking?hsLang=en) - [Onboarding & API](https://bluebox-systems.com/onboarding?hsLang=en) - [SUCCESS STORIES](https://bluebox-systems.com/success-stories?hsLang=en) - COMPANY - [ABOUT US](https://bluebox-systems.com/about-us?hsLang=en) - [BLOG](https://bluebox-systems.com/blog?hsLang=en) [LOG IN](https://bluebox-systems-cargo.com/login.html) [TRY OUR DEMO](https://bluebox-systems.com/demo?hsLang=en) # ![BlueBoxOceanBlue](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/BlueBoxOceanBlue.png?width=214&height=84&name=BlueBoxOceanBlue.png) Avoid Disruption Delays Demurrage As an official affiliate partner of **GLA**, we offer GLA members the perfect ocean freight tracking platform for ocean freight visibility, supply chain optimization and collaboration.   [TRY OUR DEMO](https://bluebox-systems.com/demo?hsLang=en) [CONTACT US](https://bluebox-systems.com/contact?hsLang=en) ![Dashboard displaying real-time ocean freight tracking data and analytics](https://bluebox-systems.com/hubfs/Ocean_Intro_1-1.webp) ## Official Affiliate Member of GLA We have been working with the GLA for more than 3 years and our solutions provide members with the ultimate tools for supply chain visibility and cooperation. Validated by the GLA, BlueBoxOcean is the perfect tool for members to prevent disruption, delays and demurrage.        ## Main Features ![Element 12](https://bluebox-systems.com/hubfs/Element%2012.png) #### High Speed Overview Everything at a glance with our exceptions dashboard and newsfeed. ![Element 13](https://bluebox-systems.com/hubfs/Element%2013.png) #### All the Shipment Data Real-time carrier updates for 45+ shipping lines (99%). ![Element 14-1](https://bluebox-systems.com/hubfs/Element%2014-1.png) #### Advanced Algorythms Our algorithms can form a central truth from various data sources. ![Element 15-1](https://bluebox-systems.com/hubfs/Element%2015-1.png) #### Cooperation Tools Comment & file upload function for each shipment. ![Element 17](https://bluebox-systems.com/hubfs/Element%2017.png) #### Qualified Decision-Making Based in real-time volume and performance reporting ![Element 4-3](https://bluebox-systems.com/hubfs/Element%204-3.png) ## ![BlueBox\_Ocean-1](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/BlueBox_Ocean-1.png?width=800&height=552&name=BlueBox_Ocean-1.png) ### **POWERFUL FEATURES** ## The Perfect Tool-Set to gain Overview over your Ocean Freight Tracking Simplify your daily operations in ocean freight with BlueBoxCargo. Our platform offers a comprehensive suite of tools designed to streamline your workflow and unlock the full potential of your data. Save time and optimize your processes by easily comparing and collaborating. With BlueBoxCargo, navigating the complexities of ocean freight has never been easier. ### Dashboard ![BlueBoxCargo\_Dashboard\_Detail](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/BlueBoxCargo_Dashboard_Detail.png?width=400&height=233&name=BlueBoxCargo_Dashboard_Detail.png "BlueBoxCargo_Dashboard_Detail") ### Shipment Detail View ![Ocean\_Container\_Overview](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Ocean_Container_Overview.png?width=400&height=233&name=Ocean_Container_Overview.png "Ocean_Container_Overview") ### Shipment Overview ![Ocean\_Container](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Ocean_Container.png?width=400&height=256&name=Ocean_Container.png "Ocean_Container") ### Performance Reporting ![Ocean\_Performance](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Ocean_Performance.png?width=400&height=256&name=Ocean_Performance.png "Ocean_Performance") ### Lead Times Overview ![Ocean\_Lead\_Times](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Ocean_Lead_Times.png?width=400&height=256&name=Ocean_Lead_Times.png "Ocean_Lead_Times") ### Volume Reporting ![Ocean\_Volume](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Ocean_Volume.png?width=400&height=256&name=Ocean_Volume.png "Ocean_Volume") ![Element 20-2](https://bluebox-systems.com/hubfs/Element%2020-2.png) #### DOCUMENT SHARING Streamline communication and enhance collaboration by providing easy access to essential documents, fostering efficiency and transparency throughout the shipping process in BlueBoxCargo. ![Element 21-1](https://bluebox-systems.com/hubfs/Element%2021-1.png) #### COMMENTING In BlueBoxCargo, every shipment includes a dedicated comment section, allowing for direct communication where the data resides. Say goodbye to the hassle of searching for the right email. ![comapre-3](https://bluebox-systems.com/hubfs/comapre-3.png) #### PERFORMANCE COMPARISON Check the on-time performance of carriers and ports. Find the best supply chain for your containers with just a few clicks and report to your clients in no time. ![Element 24-3](https://bluebox-systems.com/hubfs/Element%2024-3.png) #### LEAD TIME COMPARISON When you need to know the average lead time of the certain route by a certain carrier, normally you can never be sure. BlueBoxCargo gives you a perfect overview based on actual data - just in seconds. ![Element 19-2](https://bluebox-systems.com/hubfs/Element%2019-2.png) #### DATA EXPORT In BlueBoxCargo, effortlessly export your shipment data into a pre-formatted Excel file with just a few clicks. Seamlessly import it into any tool of your choice. Add filters, click export - done. ![Element 18-2](https://bluebox-systems.com/hubfs/Element%2018-2.png) #### MASSIVE FILTERS With BlueBoxCargo you can maintain complete oversight of all your shipments at all times. Utilize an extensive array of handy filters to showcase the shipments you need to focus on. ## Customers Using BlueBoxOcean ![waco\_logo\_color](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/waco_logo_color.png?width=200&height=67&name=waco_logo_color.png) ##### PRODUCT **BlueBoxCargo White Label** ##### SOLUTION WACO uses our BlueBoxCargo Whitelabel solution to offer ocean freight tracking to their members. ##### IMPACT Especially the document sharing and comment section was important to WACO, so the members can cooperate on shipment level. ## Reach your destination now: Contact us! #### Benefit from: ![optimized\_supply\_chain](https://bluebox-systems.com/hubfs/optimized_supply_chain.png) #### Optimized Supply Chains ![quick\_reactions](https://bluebox-systems.com/hubfs/quick_reactions.png) #### Quick Insights ![Reports](https://bluebox-systems.com/hubfs/Reports.png) #### Detailled Reportings ![Analytics](https://bluebox-systems.com/hubfs/Analytics.png) #### Analytics ![one\_platform](https://bluebox-systems.com/hubfs/one_platform.png) #### One Platform ![time\_money\_saved](https://bluebox-systems.com/hubfs/time_money_saved.png) #### Save Time and Money ![Element 2-3](https://bluebox-systems.com/hubfs/Element%202-3.png) ![c](https://bluebox-systems.com/hubfs/c.png) Bluebox Systems GmbH Am Hof 28 D-53113 Bonn [+49 228 33885400](tel:4922833885400) ### Platform - 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