Savannah Terminal Tracking

What is Savannah Terminal Tracking?

Savannah Terminal tracking refers to the process of monitoring container status at the Port of Savannah, primarily through the Georgia Ports Authority's (GPA) WebAccess system. The Port of Savannah's main container facility is Garden City Terminal, the largest single-operator container terminal in North America.

Freight forwarders use Savannah terminal tracking to monitor vessel arrivals, container availability, customs holds, and Last Free Day (LFD) information for shipments moving through this critical East Coast gateway.

Port of Savannah Terminal Facilities

The Port of Savannah operates two main terminals:

For container tracking, most freight forwarders interact with Garden City Terminal (L737/L738), which handles the vast majority of containerized cargo at the port.

Why Savannah Terminal Matters for Freight Forwarders

The Port of Savannah has become a preferred East Coast gateway for many importers, offering:

• Fastest rail connections to Atlanta, Memphis, and Midwest markets
• Competitive truck rates to Southeast distribution centers
• Less congestion than Northeast ports during peak seasons
• Growing capacity with continuous terminal expansion

As cargo shifts from West Coast ports and Northeast gateways, Savannah's importance to freight forwarders continues to grow.

How to Track Containers at Port of Savannah

Step 1: Access GPA WebAccess

Navigate to webaccess.gaports.com — the Georgia Ports Authority's official tracking system.

Step 2: Select Your Query Type

Choose from: - Container inquiry - Vessel schedule - Gate hours - Appointment booking

Step 3: Enter Container Information

For container tracking, input: - Container number (11 characters) - Bill of Lading number - Booking reference

Step 4: Review Status Details

WebAccess displays: - Vessel and voyage information - Discharge date - Current yard location - Hold status (customs, freight, terminal) - Last Free Day (LFD) - Available for pickup status

Port of Savannah Gate Hours

Extended Hours: GPA frequently extends gate hours during peak season (typically August-November). Check gaports.com for current schedules.

Savannah Terminal Tracking Information

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I track a container at Port of Savannah?

Use Georgia Ports Authority WebAccess at webaccess.gaports.com. Enter your container number (11 characters), bill of lading number, or booking reference to view real time status including vessel and voyage, discharge date, current yard location, hold status, Last Free Day, and availability for pickup.

What are the FIRMS codes for Port of Savannah terminals?

Garden City Terminal uses FIRMS code L737, Garden City Terminal West uses L738, and Ocean Terminal uses L740. Most containerized cargo moves through L737 or L738. Verify which code applies to your container before submitting customs documentation, since the wrong FIRMS code on an ISF or entry filing can cause holds.

What is the port code for Savannah?

The UN/LOCODE for the Port of Savannah is USSAV, used on bills of lading, manifests, and international shipping documents. This is different from the FIRMS codes (L737, L738, L740), which identify specific terminals inside the port for US Customs purposes.

How do I access GPA WebAccess?

Go to webaccess.gaports.com. The container inquiry and vessel schedule lookups are publicly available without a login. A GPA WebAccess account is required for truck appointment booking and for carriers, terminal operators, and motor carriers who need authenticated functions. New accounts are requested directly through Georgia Ports Authority.

Where do I find the Garden City Terminal vessel schedule?

The official vessel schedule lives on gaports.com under the Vessel Schedule page, and the same data is accessible through GPA WebAccess. Freight forwarders typically check it for ETA shifts, berth assignments, and cutoff times when planning trucker dispatch and Last Free Day windows.

How do I check container availability at Garden City Terminal?

Run a container inquiry on GPA WebAccess. The system flags whether the container is discharged, on hold, or available for pickup, and shows the Last Free Day. If availability shows "not yet released," the container is either still on the vessel, still being moved within the yard, or sitting under a customs, freight, or terminal hold that must be cleared first.

What are Port of Savannah gate hours and do I need an appointment?

Standard hours at Garden City Terminal and Garden City Terminal West are Monday to Friday 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM and Saturday 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Extended hours are common during peak season, typically August through November. Truck appointments are required for all import pickups and export deliveries at Garden City Terminal, booked through the GPA appointment portal.

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