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SCAC TLLU Independent Est. 2022

Tailwind Shipping Lines

The retailer-owned line born from supply-chain shocks.

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Fleet
10
vessels
Capacity
18,000
TEU
Alliance
Independent
Founded
2022
Headquarters
Germany
SCAC
TLLU
Country
Germany
Alliance
Independent
The story

Inside Tailwind

Tailwind Shipping Lines was founded in 2022 by the Schwarz Group — the German retail giant behind Lidl and Kaufland — after pandemic-era freight disruption pushed the retailer to secure its own ocean capacity.

Tailwind represents a striking trend: cargo owners becoming carriers, running container services primarily to move their own goods from Asia to Europe.

“The retailer-owned line born from supply-chain shocks.”
Tailwind operates container services — a fleet built since 2022. Search live sailing schedules below.

At a glance

  • Founded 2022 by the Schwarz Group (Lidl / Kaufland)
  • A retailer-owned "shipper turned carrier"
  • Focused on Asia–Europe imports
Services

Live service loops for Tailwind aren’t published here yet — search sailing schedules below for up-to-date port pairs, transit times and vessels.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the SCAC code for Tailwind? +

The SCAC (Standard Carrier Alpha Code) for Tailwind Shipping Lines is TLLU — the code that identifies the carrier on bills of lading, in EDI messages and across booking and customs systems. Use it to look up Tailwind sailings and shipments on ShipScanner.

How do I track a Tailwind container? +

Enter your Tailwind container, bill-of-lading or booking number on ShipScanner to see live vessel position, milestones and estimated arrival — no Tailwind login required and no per-carrier portal to chase.

Where can I find Tailwind sailing schedules? +

Search ShipScanner's schedule tool to see Tailwind departures and arrivals across the major trade lanes, then compare transit time, frequency and routing against other carriers before you book.