You can get real-time location, destination, ship name, ship type, ship ID, ship IMO number, ship MMSI number, ship call sign, ship operator, ship manager, ship owner, ship platform ID, ship service, ship structure, vessel type and other information about any vessel. With this API you can quickly get complete data about any ship that is currently on the water! With this API you have access to a database that stores a large amount of data about each vessel in the world.
What is a global vessel information API?
Vessel Tracking:
Vessel tracking is an important component of maritime shipping operations. It allows shippers, ports, and other stakeholders to keep tabs on the location of their vessels and cargo, and helps to ensure the safety and security of maritime transportation.
Vessel tracking systems are primarily used for real-time tracking; however, they are also used to track historical data and locate “lost” vessels. There are a number of different vessel tracking systems in use today – each with their own set of benefits and drawbacks. Below we take a look at some of the most popular options on the market:
GPS Vessel Tracking:
Global Positioning System (GPS) tracking technology is perhaps the most well-known vessel tracking system in use today. GPS technology allows for highly accurate tracking and positioning of vessels anywhere in the world – with no need to surface! Standard GPS tracking systems typically consist of a ground station (which can be installed on land or sea), and a GPS device installed on board a vessel. From there, the system can
Vessel Information API gives you information about all globally live on board vessels or by the range of area. You can see the list of all globally live on board vessels or by range of area. You can get individual ship detail info with ships photos.
To make use of it, you must first:
1- Go to Vessel Traffic Information API and simply click on the button “Subscribe for free” to start using the API.
2- After signing up in Zyla API Hub, you’ll be given your personal API key. Using this one-of-a-kind combination of numbers and letters, you’ll be able to use, connect, and manage APIs!
3- Employ the different API endpoints depending on what you are looking for.
4- Once you meet your needed endpoint, make the API call by pressing the button “run” and see the results on your screen.
