Evergreen Line has begun equipping its dry container fleet with ORBCOMM’s smart container technology, marking a significant expansion of digitalisation in container shipping.
The technology provides enhanced visibility and control across global operations.
It includes real-time alerts for events such as unauthorised door openings, temperature deviations, shock detection, and location updates—designed to safeguard cargo, improve security, and support operational efficiency.
Evergreen will deploy ORBCOMM’s second-generation system, which features upgraded sensors for security and cargo condition, extended device life, and increased reliability.
The solution aims to deliver a lower total cost of ownership and higher return on investment for shipping lines.
Sameer Agrawal, Chief Executive Officer at ORBCOMM, said: “ORBCOMM is the only company in the world that has enabled more than 1 million smart containers to date. We are honoured to have been trusted by Evergreen to roll out smart dry containers to their fleet as well. This move signals a broader shift in the maritime industry where dry containers are rapidly evolving from static assets into smart, connected, intelligent units.
“Smart intermodal containers are no longer experimental — they are becoming the new standard. Deployments are moving beyond visibility to cargo protection and container security. This evolution reflects growing industry demand for real-time data, enhanced cargo protection and operational transparency across the global supply chain.”
Recently, Evergreen Line announced its plan to launch a new China–Indonesia/Malaysia (CIM) service, in partnership with Wan Hai Lines and Yang Ming Marine Transport Corp.