SHIPPING CONTAINERS TO TAURANGA

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TAURANGA, (Maori meaning “resting place, safe anchorage”) was originally known as Te Awanui and is located in the Bay of Plenty region on the east coast of the north island of New Zealand. One of the first early Europeans to visit Tauranga was Captain James Cook. Tauranga has a population of approx 150,000 and is one of New Zealand’s fastest growing cities.

THE PORT OF TAURANGA

Tauranga port is New Zealand’s largest port. Tauranga port is an international shipping gateway for NZ’s imports and exports. Tauranga port is the only port in NZ capable of handling the largest container vessels. About one third of NZ’s cargo is handles by Tauranga port, nearly half of all shipping containers are handled through Tauranga.

It is an international freight gateway for the country’s imports and exports, and the only New Zealand port able to accommodate the largest container vessels to visit here. Port of Tauranga handles a third of all New Zealand cargo, nearly 40% of New Zealand exports and nearly half of all shipping containers.

Tauranga port facilities include NZ’s biggest container terminal, it also offers bulk handling cargo facilities. Tauranga is connected by NZ’s state highways and by rail connections to Hamilton, Auckland and the central North Island.

Ask CargoMaster about shipping services to Tauranga from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, The Gold Coast, Adelaide, Perth, Tasmania, Darwin, Townsville, Cairns and Mackay. Vessels sail weekly.

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SEA FREIGHT shipping Tauranga

MOVING OVERSEAS SHIPPING TO TAURANGA:

Sea freight to Tauranga from Australia , CargoMaster is able to pick up your shipping container from almost anywhere in Australia. Shipping containers can be left at your premises for up to 10 days for packing.

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SHIPPING CONTAINERS TO TAURANGA

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CONTAINER DIMENSIONS

20 ft Standard Dry (8’6″ x 8′ x 20′)

Weight: 4500lbs
Max Gross Weight: 66,139lbs

Interior Dimensions:

Length: 19′ 5″
Width: 7′ 8-⅛”
Height: 7′ 9-⅝”

Door Opening:

Width: 7’ 8-½”
Height: 7’ 5-¾”

40 ft Standard Dry (8’6″ x 8′ x 40′)

Weight: 8500lbs
Max Gross Weight: 66,139lbs

Interior Dimensions:

Length: 39′ ⅜”
Width: 7′ 8-⅛”
Height: 7′ 9-⅝”

Door Opening:

Width: 7’ 8-½”
Height: 7’ 5-¾”

40 ft High Cube (9’6″ x 8′ x 40′)

Weight: 8750 lbs
Max Gross Weight: 68,008lb

Interior Dimensions:

Length: 39′ 4”
Width: 7′ 7”
Height: 8′ 9″

Door Opening:

Width: 7’ 8″‘
Height: 8’ 5”

BREAK BULK, OUT OF GUAGE AND PROJECT SHIPPING TO TAURANGA:

“Heavy shipping specialists to almost anywhere in the world”

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20ft flat rack dimensions

Dimensions of 20ft flat rack container
Internal length	5.94 m / 19.5 ft
Internal width	2.35 m / 7.7 ft
Internal height	2.35 m / 7.7 ft
Tare weight	2,360 kg / 5,203.8 lbs
Payload capacity	30,140 kg / 66,458.7 lbs
Cubic capacity	32.7 m³ / 1,154.3 cu ft

40ft flat rack dimensions

Measurement of 40ft flat rack container
Internal length	12.13 m / 39.8 ft
Internal width	2.40 m / 7.9 ft
Internal height	2.14 m / 7 ft
Tare weight	5,000 kg / 11,025 lbs
Payload capacity	40,000 kg / 88,200 lbs
Cubic capacity	62.2 m³ / 2,195.7 cu ft

MOVING TO TAURANGA, WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

NEW ZEALAND BORDER CONTROL AND AGENCIES

New Zealand has strict border control procedures, inbound shipping containers are almost always unpacked and inspected. The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) along with New Zealand Customs Service and the Department of Immigration, set out what is required for anyone relocating and moving personal effects and household possessions to New Zealand.

The guide below is from MPI (NZ Ministry for Primary Industries) – please also remember to refer to New Zealand Customs and the Department of Immigration websites for further information in those areas. Clearance of goods an inspector will assess documentation presented to MPI for possible risk goods. Full container loads inspection is mandatory and will be conducted by a duly authorised MPI agent.

For more information contact CARGOMASTER: 1300 767 136.

RESTRICTED AND PROHIBITED ITEMS:

Please do not pack the following goods as they are prohibited unless accompanied by official certification:

• Any packets of food.

• Honey, pollen, propolis, honeycombs and other bee products.

• Plants, bulbs, cuttings, corms, rhizomes or tubers, commercially packed seeds and seeds for planting.

• Packaging such as straw or used fresh food cartons.

• Items restricted under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) such as coral, ivory, snakeskin or whale bone items, turtle shell and some seashells.

PACKING YOUR PERSONAL EFFECTS

Very Strict biosecurity regulations mean there are some things that you cannot bring to New Zealand, and some other items will require inspection on arrival. Using a professional moving company, freight forwarder like CargoMaster to help you move can be beneficial, as they can provide assistance with MPI requirements. Make sure you have an accurate and easily understood manifest/ packing list of your belongings, this will help MPI to assess things quickly upon arrival in New Zealand. By not packing some items, or packing goods that may require inspection together, you can save costs and time. If belongings are arriving in a sea container, then the container must meet the requirements of the Import Health Standard for Sea Containers

ITEMS THAT MUST BE DECLARED

Some items need to be declared and others may require certification from the country of origin:

Any meat, fish, shellfish or poultry.
Ingredients used in cooking, all milk products, cheese, eggs or egg products, and milk based baby foods.
Hunting trophies or stuffed animals.
Traditional or herbal medicines or remedies, health supplements and homeopathic remedies that include animal or plant products.
Fresh or dried fruit, vegetables, mushrooms or fungi.
Dried flower arrangements or Christmas decorations made from plant material.
Items made from wood.
Items stuffed with seeds or straw.
Items made of from bamboo, cane, coconut or straw.
Items containing hair, fur, unprocessed wool, skin, feathers or bone.

PERSONAL MOTOR CARS/ BOATS/JETSKIS:

Personal vehicles and other machinery such as jet skis, lawn mowers or chainsaws are also subject to biosecurity requirements and are inspected on arrival. Before shipping, vehicles should be cleaned thoroughly inside and out, including underneath and around the wheels and wheel arches. If steam cleaning ensure the whole vehicle including the engine is cleaned. Contaminated vehicles will be directed for treatment and re-inspection (charges apply). For information on complying with vehicle safety regulations refer to the New Zealand Transport Agency website. For information on vehicle tax refer to New Zealand Customs Service.

TAKING YOUR PETS TO AUCKLAND:

The requirements for bringing pets into New Zealand depend on the type of animal, where it is from and if there is an existing import health standard for the animal. Disease concerns mean that not all types of pets are allowed into New Zealand.

WOOD PACKAGING:

Wood packaging such as crates or pallets is subject to biosecurity requirements and must be declared3 . Wood packaging must have been fumigated or heat treated before use and must be declared in the Quarantine Declaration (for full container loads) regarding container cleanliness.

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TYPICAL QUESTIONS CALLERS ASK ABOUT SHIPPING TO TAURANGA:

“What is the transit time from Australia to Tauranga”

“Transit time will depend bon several factors, for example where in Australia are you shipping from? The type of service you book, the route taken from origin and the type of commodity being shipped. The team at CARGOMASTER will help with more specific details”

“Is air freight more expensive than sea freight”

“Most times you will find air freight is more expensive than sea freight. Usually air freight is used for high value items or items that require less handling or are fragile. Usually you will find larger items move by sea freight however this is not always the case.”

“What is the cost of sea freight”

“Sea freight cost to Auckland will depend on numerous factors like the time of year you are shipping, the cargo you intend to ship and the type of shipping service you use, to find out more call CargoMaster”

“Why is sea freight so expensive”

“Shipping prices are influenced by alot of things. The main reasons for high shipping costs can be caused by congestion, lack of containers or lack of space on outbound vessels. As all shipping is paid for in US dollars the USD can play a big part in the cost of shipping, so to the cost of fuel at the time of shipping.“

“What is the cost for shipping containers to Tauranga”

“Shipping container rates to Tauranga from Australia will vary according to the origin in Australia. Call CargoMaster for Australia’s best shipping rates to NZ”

“How are sea freight charges calculated?“

“Charges for sea freight are calculated based on the weight and dimensions of the freight and the intended destination and origin. The method of shipping will also be relevant when trying to work out shipping costs”