The abbreviation ETA is used to indicate

• A. The estimated time of departure
• B. The actual delivery time
• C. The estimated time of arrival
• D. The delivery window confirmation

Answer: (C)

ETA is the predicted moment a shipment will reach its destination. This forecast helps dispatchers plan dock appointments, coordinate with receiving facilities, and keep customers informed about when to expect delivery. It’s a planning tool, not a guarantee, and it gets updated as carrier progress is tracked. It differs from the actual delivery time, which is only known when the shipment arrives. It’s also not the departure time (that would be an estimated time of departure) and not simply a delivery window confirmation, which is about scheduling rather than forecasting arrival.