Eimskip Container Tracking
Enter a container number to check live tracking availability for Eimskip. If the shipping line is still being onboarded, you can send a carrier request from the result.
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Eimskip
SCAC: EIMU
Iceland's oldest shipping line, running scheduled container and reefer service across the North Atlantic since 1914.
Eimskip has been part of Iceland's identity since it was founded in Reykjavik in January 1914. Thousands of Icelanders bought shares in the new venture, which earned it the nickname 'the favourite child of the nation'. The company switched from break-bulk to containers in 1982 and today handles a large share of the country's international cargo, making its liner network a backbone of Iceland's import and export trade.
Eimskip at a glance
- Headquarters
- Reykjavik, Iceland
- Founded
- 1914
- Fleet
- 13 liner vessels (6 owned, 7 chartered); 10 container + 4 reefer
- Alliance
- Independent
- Main trade lanes
- North Atlantic: Iceland, Faroe Islands, Greenland, Norway/Scandinavia, Northern Europe, and North America (Portland ME, Halifax, Newfoundland)
- Official website
- www.eimskip.is
About Eimskip
Eimskip has been part of Iceland's identity since it was founded in Reykjavik in January 1914. Thousands of Icelanders bought shares in the new venture, which earned it the nickname 'the favourite child of the nation'. The company switched from break-bulk to containers in 1982 and today handles a large share of the country's international cargo, making its liner network a backbone of Iceland's import and export trade.
The liner business runs 13 vessels across five sailing routes in the North Atlantic, split between owned and chartered tonnage and made up of both container and dedicated reefer ships. Its trade lanes tie Iceland, the Faroe Islands, Greenland, Norway, and continental Northern Europe to North America, with weekly calls at Portland, Maine (Eimskip's US homeport), Halifax, and Argentia in Newfoundland. The two newest ships, Dettifoss and Brúarfoss (both delivered in 2020 at about 2,150 TEU), sail an Iceland to Greenland service shared with Royal Arctic Line.
Cold chain is where Eimskip stands out. The company built its reputation on moving frozen and chilled seafood, and it backs that with temperature-controlled warehousing and a freight-forwarding arm spanning offices across Europe, the Americas, and Asia. Rather than chasing global east-west trades, it stays focused on the perishable-heavy routes of the far North Atlantic.
Eimskip container tracking FAQ
Where is Eimskip based and when was it founded?
Eimskip is headquartered in Reykjavik, Iceland, and was founded on 17 January 1914, which makes it Iceland's oldest shipping company.
What regions does Eimskip's container service cover?
Eimskip runs scheduled liner services across the North Atlantic, connecting Iceland, the Faroe Islands, Greenland, Norway, and Northern Europe with North America. Its North American calls include Portland, Maine (its US homeport), Halifax, and Argentia in Newfoundland.
Is Eimskip part of a global shipping alliance?
No. Eimskip operates independently and is not a member of the major global alliances. On the Iceland to Greenland route it cooperates with the Greenlandic carrier Royal Arctic Line, sharing its two newest vessels, Dettifoss and Brúarfoss.
How do I check Eimskip tracking availability on Panvaya?
Enter a Eimskip container number in the tracker on this page. If the carrier integration is available, Panvaya returns the shipment milestones and route. If it is still being onboarded, you can send a carrier request and ask to be notified when support becomes available.
What is Eimskip's SCAC code?
Eimskip's SCAC code is EIMU. It identifies Eimskip on bills of lading and shipping documents and helps Panvaya match a reference to the correct carrier integration.
Can I track Eimskip containers by Bill of Lading or booking number?
Bill of Lading and booking tracking is available after sign-in when Panvaya supports that reference type for Eimskip. Carrier capabilities vary, so Panvaya shows a clear availability message instead of returning incomplete tracking data.
Is Eimskip container tracking free on Panvaya?
A guest can check one container without signing in when Eimskip tracking is supported. A Panvaya account is required for saved journeys, Bill of Lading or booking tracking, exception alerts, and additional shipments.
Why isn't my Eimskip container updating?
Carrier milestones can appear after the physical movement occurs. If Eimskip is supported and the container is valid, a quiet timeline may mean the next event has not yet been published. If the carrier is not yet available, Panvaya will show an onboarding message and a carrier-request option.
How accurate is the ETA for Eimskip shipments?
When Eimskip tracking is supported and enough journey data is available, Panvaya updates the displayed arrival estimate as new milestones and vessel information arrive. Any ETA remains an estimate rather than a delivery guarantee.