Pacific International Lines (PIL) Container Tracking
Enter a container number to check live tracking availability for Pacific International Lines (PIL). If the shipping line is still being onboarded, you can send a carrier request from the result.
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Pacific International Lines (PIL)
SCAC: PCIU
Singapore's largest home-grown container line, ranked among the world's top carriers with a deep Asia-Africa network.
Pacific International Lines was incorporated in Singapore in 1967 by Chang Yun Chung, who grew it from two secondhand freighters into the largest home-grown carrier in Southeast Asia. It remains privately held and sits outside the major alliances, running its network independently rather than through Gemini, Ocean Alliance, or Premier Alliance. As of late 2025, PIL operates roughly 100 container vessels with a combined capacity of over 440,000 TEU, ranking around 12th among the world's container lines.
Pacific International Lines (PIL) at a glance
- Headquarters
- Singapore, Singapore
- Founded
- 1967
- Fleet
- ~100 vessels, ~440,000 TEU
- Parent group
- Heliconia Capital Management (Temasek Holdings)
- Alliance
- Independent
- Main trade lanes
- Asia-Africa, Intra-Asia, Middle East, Indian subcontinent, Oceania, Latin America
- Official website
- www.pilship.com
About Pacific International Lines (PIL)
Pacific International Lines was incorporated in Singapore in 1967 by Chang Yun Chung, who grew it from two secondhand freighters into the largest home-grown carrier in Southeast Asia. It remains privately held and sits outside the major alliances, running its network independently rather than through Gemini, Ocean Alliance, or Premier Alliance. As of late 2025, PIL operates roughly 100 container vessels with a combined capacity of over 440,000 TEU, ranking around 12th among the world's container lines.
PIL is best known for its Africa trade, where it has sailed since the 1960s and grown into one of the leading carriers on the continent, reaching close to 30 African countries with a dense weekly schedule of liner and feeder calls. Beyond Africa, the company serves intra-Asia, the Middle East, the Indian subcontinent, Oceania, and Latin America, spanning roughly 500 ports in nearly 100 countries.
A US$3.3 billion debt restructuring completed in 2021 brought in Heliconia Capital Management, a Temasek unit, as majority owner, diluting the founding Teo family to around 15 percent. Since then, PIL has renewed its fleet with LNG dual-fuel ships, including 14,000 TEU and 8,200 TEU vessels delivered in 2025 and more 13,000 and 9,000 TEU newbuilds due through 2028.
Pacific International Lines (PIL) container tracking FAQ
Where is Pacific International Lines headquartered and when was it founded?
PIL is headquartered in Singapore and was incorporated there on 16 March 1967 by founder Chang Yun Chung. It is the largest home-grown container carrier in Southeast Asia.
Is PIL part of a shipping alliance?
No. PIL operates independently and is not a member of any of the major alliances (Gemini Cooperation, Ocean Alliance, or Premier Alliance). It runs its own liner and feeder services.
Who owns Pacific International Lines?
Since a US$3.3 billion restructuring completed in 2021, Heliconia Capital Management, an investment arm of Singapore's Temasek Holdings, holds a majority stake. The founding Teo family retains a minority position of around 15 percent.
How do I check Pacific International Lines (PIL) tracking availability on Panvaya?
Enter a Pacific International Lines (PIL) 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 Pacific International Lines (PIL)'s SCAC code?
Pacific International Lines (PIL)'s SCAC code is PCIU. It identifies Pacific International Lines (PIL) on bills of lading and shipping documents and helps Panvaya match a reference to the correct carrier integration.
Can I track Pacific International Lines (PIL) 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 Pacific International Lines (PIL). Carrier capabilities vary, so Panvaya shows a clear availability message instead of returning incomplete tracking data.
Is Pacific International Lines (PIL) container tracking free on Panvaya?
A guest can check one container without signing in when Pacific International Lines (PIL) 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 Pacific International Lines (PIL) container updating?
Carrier milestones can appear after the physical movement occurs. If Pacific International Lines (PIL) 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 Pacific International Lines (PIL) shipments?
When Pacific International Lines (PIL) 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.