# Vessel Arrival Notice

*Last updated: 2026-06-26*

> A Vessel Arrival Notice is a formal notification issued by the shipping line, carrier, or freight forwarder to the consignee or warehouse advising of a ship's imminent arrival with specific cargo.

A Vessel Arrival Notice is a formal notification issued by the shipping line, carrier, or freight forwarder to the consignee or warehouse advising of a ship's imminent arrival with specific cargo. It details the estimated time of arrival (ETA), container numbers, cargo quantities, and commodity descriptions – everything needed to trigger downstream logistics. Customs authorities and import departments use it to initiate pre-clearance procedures, while warehouse operators book unloading slots and allocate storage space accordingly. Transmission is typically electronic via EDI or carrier web portals. Unlike the Port Call Message, which is directed at port authorities and terminal operators, the Vessel Arrival Notice is aimed at cargo receivers and their logistics partners.

**Source:** [https://www.freightos.com/glossary/vessel-arrival-notice/](https://www.freightos.com/glossary/vessel-arrival-notice/)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Vessel Arrival Notice |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 112 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-26 |
| Source | https://www.freightos.com/glossary/vessel-arrival-notice/ |

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