Learn how to create, manage, and track vessel port calls in PortTask.
A port call represents a vessel's scheduled visit to a port. It serves as the container for all activities that occur during the vessel's stay, including service orders, documentation, and communication.
Each port call includes essential information such as:
Follow these steps to create a new port call:
Click on "Port Calls" in the sidebar under the Operations section, then click the "New Port Call" button.
Choose the vessel from your registered fleet. If the vessel isn't listed, you'll need to add it first in the Vessels section.
Choose the destination port and enter the ETA and ETD. You can also specify the berth if known.
purpose of the call, any special instructions, and apply a playbook to automatically create service orders.
Port calls progress through several statuses during their lifecycle:
Port call is planned and confirmed
Vessel is en route to the port
Vessel has arrived at the port
Vessel is moored at the berth
Vessel has left the port
Port call was cancelled
Before creating a port call, ensure the vessel is registered in your system. Vessels can be added with the following information:
PortTask can automatically update vessel positions using AIS data. Ensure the MMSI number is correct for accurate tracking.
Click on a port call to view details, then use the Edit button to modify dates, vessel, or other information.
Use the Calendar or Timeline view to see all port calls in a visual format, making it easy to spot scheduling conflicts.
View vessel positions on an interactive map with real-time AIS data integration.
Clone an existing port call to quickly create a similar one with the same vessel and services.
Create service requests for your port calls.