UN/LOCODE (United Nations Code for Trade and Transport Locations) is a geographic coding scheme developed and maintained by the United Nations.

Definition: A five-character code system used to identify locations relevant to international trade and transport, such as ports, airports, and inland freight terminals.

Purpose: To provide a standardized and universally accepted system for identifying locations, facilitating efficient logistics and transportation management.

Structure:

Country Code: Two letters representing the country (e.g., US for the United States).

Location Code: Three characters representing the specific location within the country (e.g., NYC for New York City).

Usage:

Shipping and Logistics: Used in shipping documents, tracking systems, and electronic data interchange to specify the origin, destination, and transit points of goods.

Trade Documentation: Helps in the accurate and consistent identification of locations, reducing errors and improving communication.