Managing containers without delays, errors, or misplaced units is only possible with accurate, real-time visibility. Our Container Inventory Management System is built to help inland container depots (ICDs), CFS facilities (Container Freight Stations), and port terminals take full control of their yard inventory — from gate-in to gate-out.
The module offers advanced container tracking, condition monitoring, stacking insights, and full operational history — all through one digital interface.
What Is Container Inventory Management?
Inventory management in container yards, depots, and CFS zones means tracking the location, status, and movement of every container on-site. In ICD environments, where high volume and rapid turnaround are essential, manual systems can’t keep up.
A modern digital inventory solution ensures that every container unit is accounted for — whether it’s in long-term storage, under customs inspection, or being prepared for re-export. Operators know the exact stacking position and current status of each container, minimizing time and errors.
Core Features of the Inventory Management Module
Real-Time Location Tracking
The system delivers live updates of every container’s stacking position, whether in a port terminal, CFS yard, or dry port depot. It uses intuitive grid views and block–row–tier logic to provide full visibility.
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Real-time container positioning
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Support for 2D/3D yard visualization
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Location updates on move, gate-in, or release
Status and Condition Monitoring
Each container is assigned a status: full, empty, damaged, reefer, or hazardous (DG). This data is linked to movements, allowing instant filtering by cargo type and container state.
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Visual status labels
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Reefer and DG cargo compliance
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Damage and inspection notes synced with the repair team
Movement History and Audit Trail
From CFS check-in to final dispatch, the system logs all events — ensuring full transparency and legal traceability. Every relocation, inspection, or repair move is timestamped and linked to user activity.
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Container move log with user ID
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Timeline for each container’s life cycle
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Custom report generation for audits and KPIs
Stack and Slot Visibility
Operators can view available slots, existing stacks, and container types across the ICD or bonded yard. This helps with stack planning, reduces re-handling, and improves safety.
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Prevents overstacking and congestion
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Smart yard layout tools
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Optimized workflows in customs-cleared zones
Search and Filtering Tools
Find any container instantly using filters by BL number, client, container type, status, or physical location. This is crucial for freight stations, where quick response to customs and shippers is critical.
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Container search by dozens of parameters
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Exportable data for yard control
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Compatible with RF scanners and mobile checklists
Operational Benefits
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Minimize lost or untracked containers
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Optimize slot usage in CFS yards and dry ports
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Reduce dwell time and boost yard turnover
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Improve accuracy of storage invoicing
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Automate customs reporting with inventory data
Integration with Other Modules
This module links tightly with:
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Gate Management (gate-in/out updates)
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Repair Module (status sync for damaged containers)
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Finance and Billing (accurate charging based on container location and time)
Supports EDI messages (like CODECO), and connects via API to external ERP, CTMS, and WMS platforms used by freight forwarders and logistics operators.
Who Needs This System?
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Inland Container Depots (ICDs)
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CFS Operators
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Bonded and Free Trade Warehouses
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3PL and Logistics Parks
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Port Terminals with Yard Storage Functions
From small CFS facilities handling LCL cargo to large dry ports managing 10,000+ TEU, Contpark’s inventory tools ensure full control.
Start Tracking Smarter
With Contpark, inventory management becomes real-time, intuitive, and fully multilingual (30+ languages supported).
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Mobile-friendly interface
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Easy deployment for any container yard
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Dedicated onboarding for depot and CFS teams
Whether you manage a container freight station, a customs yard, or a full-scale inland terminal, our Container Inventory Management Module gives you the tools to operate smarter, faster, and with confidence.
Real Screens from Our
System in Action
Discover how our container yard and depot management system looks and works. Below you’ll find real screenshots of modules used daily for operations, billing, dispatching, and reporting.
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Secure gate operations with encrypted data, user access roles, and full container tracking.
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Yard Visualization
2D/3D interactive yard map with live container positioning and stacking history.
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Billing & Invoicing
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See How "ICD software" Works in Real-Time for
Container Yards & Terminals
Book a free demo session and explore how our platform helps depots and terminals manage container flows, automate billing, and monitor operations with full control — from 200 to 10,000 TEU.
