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title: Containers
description: How to track shipping containers and their associated documentation.
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The **Containers** section lets you record and manage shipping containers that are used to move goods. A container is linked to a specific project and client.

## Container fields

| Field                 | Description                                                 |
| --------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Container Number**  | The ISO shipping container identifier (e.g. `MSCU1234567`). |
| **Vessel Number**     | Bill-of-lading or vessel reference number.                  |
| **Seal Number**       | The customs seal number applied to the container.           |
| **Port of Loading**   | The port where the container was loaded.                    |
| **Port of Discharge** | The destination port.                                       |
| **Vessel Name**       | The name of the ship carrying the container.                |
| **Voyage Number**     | The voyage or booking reference.                            |

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## Attachments

Documents and photos can be attached to a container — for example, bill of lading, customs declarations, or loading photos. Up to 10 files can be uploaded at once. Supported types include images, PDFs, and general documents.
Attachments are stored securely and can be downloaded on demand from the container detail page.

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## Viewing containers

Navigate to **Movements → Containers**. The list can be filtered by project and client.

## Creating a container

1. From the Containers page, click **New Container**.
2. Select the **project** and **client**.
3. Enter at least a container number.
4. Fill in the optional shipping details and save.