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Cruise FAQs

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This section covers general questions on cruise arrivals and departures. If your question is not listed on this page, please email [email protected] for assistance.

​​​​​​​Location

Cruise map for Port of Auckland
arrow_drop_down arrow_drop_upWhere is the Cruise Terminal located?

Queens Wharf and Princes Wharf are conveniently located a few minutes' walk from Downtown Auckland and transport connections. Please note that you can access Queens Wharf only via left turn from Quay Street. See map at the top of this page.

arrow_drop_down arrow_drop_upHow far away is the Airport from the Cruise Terminal?

The Cruise Ship terminals are located 22km from Auckland International Airport. It takes approximately 30-40 minutes by car, uber, or taxi outside of peak hour traffic. Sky Drive​ operates an Auckland City Express service for transfers between Auckland Airport and Auckland City. The nearest stop to Auckland Cruise terminals is Sky City Hobson Street. The service takes 45-60 minutes each way and operates all day, every day (departing every 12 minutes during peak times).

Click here for more information about Sky Bus. 

arrow_drop_down arrow_drop_upWhere can I catch public transport?

Britomart Transport Centre for bus and train services is directly across the street from Queens Wharf, and only a five minute walk from Princes Wharf. The Downtown Ferry Terminal is located between Princes Wharf and Queens Wharf for ferries to Devonport, West Harbour, Half Moon Bay, Pine Harbour, Waiheke Island, and many tourist destinations. A taxi rank is also located at both Cruise Ship terminals.

 

Arriving Cruise Ship Vessels

arrow_drop_down arrow_drop_upWhere can I find information about arriving and departing cruise vessels?

Click here ​for information regarding the arrival and departure dates, times, locations and other interesting information.

arrow_drop_down arrow_drop_upWhat time will the ship arrive alongside the berth?

The arrival time of the ship as noted on the Ports of Auckland Cruise Schedules page shows the Pilot boarding time. The ship then takes approximately an hour and a half to arrive alongside the berth. For example, if the Pilot boarding time is 5:30am, the ship should be alongside the berth and tied up around 7:00am.

arrow_drop_down arrow_drop_upWhat time do passengers start disembarking the cruise ship?

Passengers will generally start leaving around 30 minutes after the ship has arrived alongside the berth. This can vary between ships.

 

Vehicle access and parking at Queens Wharf

arrow_drop_down arrow_drop_upAm I able to drive onto Queens Wharf to collect passengers outside the terminal?

Yes, public access to the wharf is permitted. There is traffic control in place and you will be given directions on where to pick up or drop off your passengers. There is no public parking on the wharf.

arrow_drop_down arrow_drop_upWhere am I allowed to park on Queens Wharf when a cruise ship is visiting

There is no public parking available on Queens Wharf. There are public parking facilities available at the Downtown car park, Viaduct car park, Britomart car p​ark, and Fanshawe Street car park. It is recommended that you park and walk to meet passengers who will be at the passenger meeting point. See map at the top of this page.

arrow_drop_down arrow_drop_upIs there long-term parking available on Queens Wharf? A:

There is currently no long-term parking available at Auckland Cruise Terminals for passengers. However, please see below 'Car and Luggage Storage' section for options available nearby. 

 

Vehicle access and parking at Princes Wharf

arrow_drop_down arrow_drop_upAm I able to drive onto Princes Wharf to collect passengers outside the terminal?

Yes, public access to the wharf is permitted for pick-up and drop-off only. There will be traffic control in place, and you will be given directions. Parking is restricted so you may not be able to stop.

arrow_drop_down arrow_drop_upWhere am I allowed to park on Princes Wharf when a cruise ship is visiting?

There is limited car parking on Princes Wharf, and we advise you do not attempt to park here. There are public parking facilities available at the Downtown car park, Viaduct car park, Britomart car park, and Fanshawe Street car park. It is recommended that you park and walk to meet passengers who will be at the passenger exit/entry point.  Click her​e ​to view a map.

arrow_drop_down arrow_drop_upIs there long-term parking available on Princes Wharf?

There is currently no long-term parking available at Auckland Cruise Terminals for passengers. However, please see below 'Car and Luggage Storage' section for options available nearby.​


Contacting and meeting passengers on-board a cruise ship
 

arrow_drop_down arrow_drop_upAm I able to contact my family member/friend who is aboard the cruise ship?

You will be able to contact your family member/friend if they have a cellular phone. There is no communication available with the ship itself. 

If you need to urgently contact a family member or friend, please refer to the shipping line's FAQ section on their website.

arrow_drop_down arrow_drop_upWhere do I meet people who are disembarking the ship?

At Queens Wharf, the best place to meet passengers is at the entrance to Shed 10 on Queens Wharf. 

At Princes Wharf there is only one passenger exit and this is outside Shed 21. This is indicated by the yellow star on the Princes Wharf map.​​

arrow_drop_down arrow_drop_upAm I able to pick up family/friends from the ship itself?

No - due to the Maritime Security Act 2004 and the Customs and Excise Act 1996, public access to the working areas of the port is restricted to those on port business.

Safety and security measures mean that access to ships is restricted to staff, passengers and crew only. Members of the public meeting passengers can do so outside these working and restricted areas.

arrow_drop_down arrow_drop_upI would like to board/visit the ship. How am I able to do so?

There are only two instances in which you will be able to board or visit the ship:

  1. If you are an embarking passenger in which case, please ensure you have your passport and ticketing information with you to gain entry to the terminal. Please have the passports for any children who will be accompanying you.
  2. If you are a pre-approved visitor to the ship you must have valid photo identification (passport, driver licence, 18+ card) in order to gain access to the ship.

Viewing the arrival/departure of a cruise ship

arrow_drop_down arrow_drop_upWhere is the best place to view the arrival or departure of a cruise ship?

Any of the public areas on Queens Wharf and Princes Wharf, as well as along Quay Street near the Ferry Terminal will give good views of the ship. Other public areas that offer good views include the public walkway beside the helicopter terminal/Mikano restaurant, Fred Ambler Lookout, Mt Victoria, North Head, Devonport Wharf and East Coast Bays beaches.​

Car and Luggage Storage

arrow_drop_down arrow_drop_upCan I drop-off my luggage at the Cruise Terminal?

Luggage drop-off is from 9:00am on the day of embarkation. Please note that no personal effects will be held. Once your luggage is checked in it will be taken directly to the ship and you will not have access to it until moving into your cabin.

arrow_drop_down arrow_drop_upCan I store my car and/or luggage at the Cruise Terminal

There are currently no car and luggage storage facilities available at the Auckland Cruise Terminals for passengers. However, please see below for car and luggage storage options available nearby.

Car Storage

Long term car parking/storage is available at Britomart Car Park on Quay Street and the Viaduct Car Park in the Viaduct Precinct. Click here to make a booking. 

Platinum Parking provide car storage with pick-up from both Queens and Princes Wharves. Click here to make a booking.

Luggage Storage

Elockers are located at the Downtown Ferry Terminal - Pier 2 (next to the ferry boarding platforms) which are accessible 24/7 every day of the year.

The Luggage Hotel at Shed 23 on Princes Wharf offers short- and long-term luggage storage ranging from 0-2 hours up to 4 weeks. Click here for more information.​

Tourist Information

arrow_drop_down arrow_drop_upWhere can I find information on what to do in Auckland?

Visit Auckland i-site for tourist information on what to do and what is on in Auckland during your visit.

To see general questions asked about visiting Auckland, please click here, and for New Zealand, please click here.

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Demurrage and Storage

Service Type Service Provided Port Location Charge Price Change
Containers Export Storage Full Containers: Over 7 calendar days prior to vessel ETA Auckland Terminal $79.00 per TEU / day -
  For containers delivered Exceeding the Allowable Dwell Time: 1) Storage will be charged from delivery date until the start of the free period which comprises  7 days prior to the expected date of arrival (ETA) of the vessel at gate in. 2)Where containers do not load to the nominated vessel, export storage will apply to all calendar days above 7 days from receival at Fergusson Terminal.
Containers Export Storage Empty Containers: Over 7 calendar days prior to vessel ETA Auckland Terminal $53.00 per TEU / day -
  For containers delivered Exceeding the Allowable Dwell Time: 1) Storage will be charged from delivery date until the start of the free period which comprises  7 days prior to the expected date of arrival (ETA) of the vessel at gate in. 2)Where containers do not load to the nominated vessel, export storage will apply to all calendar days above 7 days from receival at Fergusson Terminal.
Containers Export Storage: Over 5 calendar days prior to vessel actual commence load date Auckland Multi-Cargo $79.00 per TEU / day -
  "For containers delivered early the following rule applies:1) Storage will be charged from delivery date until the start of the free period which comprises 5 days prior to the date load operations commence. 2) If load operations commence after 15:00 hours, the 5 days will include the day of load operations. 3) The 5 free days include Sundays." 4) Where containers do not load to the nominated vessel, export storage will apply to all calendar days above 5 days at Multi Cargo.
Containers Import Demurrage 4-7 days Full Containers Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $149.00 per TEU / day -
 

For containers remaining beyond their free time the following rules apply: 1) Storage will be charged from the end of the free days to date of delivery. 2) Free time is extended to 0600 hours after the designated free days. 3) All associated reefer charges are applicable once on demurrage. 4) The free days include weekends and exclude Public Holidays. (Once on demurrage all days are chargeable). 5)This rate will also apply to Import containers returned to the port after delivery, from the day of return at the applicable tiered rate.

Containers Import Demurrage 4-7 days Empty Containers Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $106.00 per TEU / day -
 

For containers remaining beyond their free time the following rules apply: 1) Storage will be charged from the end of the free days to date of delivery. 2) Free time is extended to 0600 hours after the designated free days. 3) All associated reefer charges are applicable once on demurrage. 4) The free days include weekends and exclude Public Holidays. (Once on demurrage all days are chargeable). 5)This rate will also apply to Import containers returned to the port after delivery, from the day of return at the applicable tiered rate.

Containers Import Demurrage 8-14 days Full Containers Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $262.00 per TEU / day -
 

For containers remaining beyond their free time the following rules apply: 1) Storage will be charged from the end of the free days to date of delivery. 2) Free time is extended to 0600 hours after the designated free days. 3) All associated reefer charges are applicable once on demurrage. 4) The free days include weekends and exclude Public Holidays. (Once on demurrage all days are chargeable). 5)This rate will also apply to Import containers returned to the port after delivery, from the day of return at the applicable tiered rate

Containers Import Demurrage 8-14 days Empty Containers Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $154.00 per TEU / day -
 

For containers remaining beyond their free time the following rules apply: 1) Storage will be charged from the end of the free days to date of delivery. 2) Free time is extended to 0600 hours after the designated free days. 3) All associated reefer charges are applicable once on demurrage. 4) The free days include weekends and exclude Public Holidays. (Once on demurrage all days are chargeable). 5)This rate will also apply to Import containers returned to the port after delivery, from the day of return at the applicable tiered rate.

Containers Import Demurrage 15+ days Full Containers Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $354.00 per TEU / day -
 

For containers remaining beyond their free time the following rules apply: 1) Storage will be charged from the end of the free days to date of delivery. 2) Free time is extended to 0600 hours after the designated free days. 3) All associated reefer charges are applicable once on demurrage. 4) The free days include weekends and exclude Public Holidays. (Once on demurrage all days are chargeable). 5)This rate will also apply to Import containers returned to the port after delivery, from the day of return at the applicable tiered rate.

Containers Import Demurrage 15+ days Empty Containers Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $198.00 per TEU / day -
 

For containers remaining beyond their free time the following rules apply: 1) Storage will be charged from the end of the free days to date of delivery. 2) Free time is extended to 0600 hours after the designated free days. 3) All associated reefer charges are applicable once on demurrage. 4) The free days include weekends and exclude Public Holidays. (Once on demurrage all days are chargeable). 5)This rate will also apply to Import containers returned to the port after delivery, from the day of return at the applicable tiered rate.

Containers Storage Transhipment Containers Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $54.00 per TEU / day -
  First 10 calendar days from discharge ex vessel up to and including day of load on outbound vessel from POAL are free of charge. Thereafter storage charge applies to the outbound line operator. Tranship is defined as: Containers that arrive and leave in the same condition within POAL from one wharf to another.
Containers Storage of Dangerous Goods - Import/Export 20' Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $276.00 per Cont / day -
  Charged per day beyond approved DG dwell time on Port. All moves additional. Classes 6 & 8 are excluded as our DG approval prohibits POAL from storing these class beyond their approved dwell time on port. Export charges are billed to the outbound line operator.
Containers Storage of Dangerous Goods - Import/Export 40' Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $365.00 per Cont / day -
  Charged per day beyond approved DG dwell time on Port. All moves additional. Classes 6 & 8 are excluded as our DG approval prohibits POAL from storing these class beyond their approved dwell time on port. Export charges are billed to the outbound line operator.
Containers Storage of Dangerous Goods - Tranship Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $121.00 per TEU / day -
  Charged per day beyond approved DG dwell time on Port. All moves additional. Classes 6 & 8 are prohibited from being stored beyond their approved dwell time on port. Charge applies to the outbound line operator.
General Cargo Import Demurrage Break bulk (including vehicles above 20m3) Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $9.68 per tonne / m3 / day -
 

For breakbulk remaining beyond the free time the following rules apply: 1) Storage will be charged from the end of the 4 free days to date of delivery. 2) Free time is extended to 0600 hours after the designated free days. 3)The 4 free days include weekends and exclude Public Holidays. Charge is per tonne or m3, per day, whichever is greater.

General Cargo Export Storage Breakbulk: Over 5 calendar days prior to vessel actual commence load date Auckland Multi-Cargo $9.71 per tonne / m3 / day -
  "For breakbulk delivered early the following rule applies:1) Storage will be charged from delivery date until the start of the free period which comprises 5 days prior to the date load operations commence. 2) If load operations commence after 15:00 hours, the 5 days will include the day of load operations. 3) The 5 free days include Sundays". Charge is per tonne or m3, per day, whichever is greater.
General Cargo Storage Transhipment breakbulk/LCL Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $3.71 per tonne / m3 / day -
  First 10 calendar days from discharge are free of charge. Thereafter storage charge applies.This charge is payable by the outbound carrier unless prior arrangement has been made with the shipper or an alternative party prior to discharge. Charge is per tonne or m3, per day, whichever is greater.
Vehicles Import Demurrage Vehicles up to 20m3 5-7 days Auckland Multi-Cargo $123.00 per Unit / day -
  For vehicles picked up after the free period the following rules apply: 1) Demurrage will be charged at the end of the free period which comprises of 4 free days (including weekends but excluding public holidays. Once on demurrage all days are chargeable). 2) Free time is extended to 0600 hours after the designated free days.
Vehicles Import Demurrage Vehicles up to 20m3 8-14 days Auckland Multi-Cargo $190.00 per Unit / day -
  For vehicles picked up after the free period the following rules apply: 1) Demurrage will be charged at the end of the free period which comprises of 4 free days (including weekends but excluding public holidays. Once on demurrage all days are chargeable). 2) Free time is extended to 0600 hours after the designated free days.
Vehicles Import Demurrage Vehicles up to 20m3 15 days and over Auckland Multi-Cargo $312.00 per Unit / day -
  For vehicles picked up after the free period the following rules apply: 1) Demurrage will be charged at the end of the free period which comprises of 4 free days (including weekends but excluding public holidays. Once on demurrage all days are chargeable). 2) Free time is extended to 0600 hours after the designated free days.
Vehicles Export Storage Vehicles up to 20m3: Over 5 calendar days prior to vessel actual commence load date Auckland Multi-Cargo $123.00 per Unit / day -
  "For Vehicles delivered early the following rule apply: 1) Storage will be charged from the delivery date until the start of the free period which comprises 5 days prior to the date load operations commence. 2) If the load operations commence after 15:00hours, the 5 days will inlude the day of load operations. 3) The 5 free days includes Sunday. 4) Vehicles over 20m3 - Export Storage Breakbulk charge applies."
Vehicles Storage Transhipment vehicles up to 20m3. 11-15 days Auckland Multi-Cargo $20.00 per Unit / day -
  First 10 calendar days from discharge are free of charge. This charge is payable by the outbound carrier unless prior arrangement has been made with the shipper or an alternative party prior to discharge.
Vehicles Storage Transhipment vehicles up to 20m3. 16-23 days Auckland Multi-Cargo $31.00 per Unit / day -
  First 10 calendar days from discharge are free of charge. This charge is payable by the outbound carrier unless prior arrangement has been made with the shipper or an alternative party prior to discharge.
Vehicles Storage Transhipment vehicles up to 20m3. 24 days and over Auckland Multi-Cargo $52.00 per Unit / day -
  First 10 calendar days from discharge are free of charge. This charge is payable by the outbound carrier unless prior arrangement has been made with the shipper or an alternative party prior to discharge.

Empty Container Service

Service Type Service Provided Port Location Charge Price Change
Receipt and Delivery Link Facility Empty Road Deliver 20' Auckland Terminal $46.00 per Cont -
  Delivery from Link to Road
Receipt and Delivery Link Facility Empty Road Deliver 40' Auckland Terminal $53.00 per Cont -
  Delivery from Link to Road
Link Link Facility Empty Road/Vessel Receive 20' Auckland Terminal $95.00 per Cont -
  Receival into Link; 7 days storage; delivery to Terminal
Link Link Facility Empty Road/Vessel Receive 40' Auckland Terminal $147.00 per Cont -
  Receival into Link; 7 days storage; delivery to Terminal
Link Link Facility Empty Rail Receive/Deliver 20' - charged per event Auckland Terminal $147.00 per Cont -
  Receival into Link; 7 days storage; delivery to Terminal
Link Link Facility Empty Rail Receive/Deliver 40' - charged per event Auckland Terminal $210.00 per Cont -
  Receival into Link; 7 days storage; delivery to Terminal
Storage Daily storage of Containers Empty 20' Auckland Terminal $15.00 per Cont / day -
  LInk Facility Daily storage of container
Storage Daily storage of Containers Empty 40' Auckland Terminal $29.00 per Cont / day -
  Link Facility Daily storage of container

FAF

Service Type Service Provided Port Location Charge Price Change
Misc Fuel Adjustment Factor - vessels 10,000 GRT and under Auckland Multi-Cargo, Terminal $75.00 per Visit -
 

The calculation used to determine FAF is based on current pricing, working in bands of +/-20%. If the six week average triggers a move up or down, this will occur with four weeks notice of the change. Currently it is in the -20% to +20% band.  See latest notifications here. The FAF tier applicable on the date of vessel arrival will be applied.

Misc Fuel Adjustment Factor - vessels over 10,000 GRT Auckland Multi-Cargo, Terminal $150.00 per Visit -
 

The calculation used to determine FAF is based on current pricing, working in bands of +/-20%. If the six week average triggers a move up or down, this will occur with four weeks notice of the change. Currently it is in the -20% to +20% band.  See latest notifications here. The FAF tier applicable on the date of vessel arrival will be applied.

Misc Fuel Adjustment Factor - Full Import/Export Auckland Terminal $5.00 per Cont -
 

The calculation used to determine FAF is based on current pricing, working in bands of +/-20%. If the six week average triggers a move up or down, this will occur with four weeks notice of the change. Currently it is in the -20% to +20% band. See latest notifications here. The FAF tier applicable on the date of vessel arrival will be applied.

Misc Fuel Adjustment Factor - Full Transhipment per leg Auckland Terminal $2.50 per Cont -
 

The calculation used to determine FAF is based on current pricing, working in bands of +/-20%. If the six week average triggers a move up or down, this will occur with four weeks notice of the change. Currently it is in the -20% to +20% band.  See latest notifications here. The FAF tier applicable on the date of vessel arrival will be applied.

Interwharf Transport

Service Type Service Provided Port Location Charge Price Change
Containers Transfer Normal Delivery Full 20' Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $98.00 per Cont -
  Containers preadvised 36 hrs prior to arrival of departing vessel during normal Customer Service hours and available on port 24 hrs prior to arrival of departing vessel, will incur normal delivery charges. The move will be guaranteed. Excludes transfer of OOG containers which will be charged as listed below. Customer Service hours can be found on the POA website on the Customer Services page.
Containers Transfer Normal Delivery Full 40' Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $167.00 per Cont -
  Containers preadvised 36 hrs prior to arrival of departing vessel during normal Customer Service hours and available on port 24 hrs prior to arrival of departing vessel, will incur normal delivery charges. The move will be guaranteed. Excludes transfer of OOG containers which will be charged as listed below. Customer Service hours can be found on the POA website on the Customer Services page.
Containers Transfer Normal Delivery Empty 20' Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $72.00 per Cont -
  Containers preadvised 36 hrs prior to arrival of departing vessel during normal Customer Service hours and available on port 24 hrs prior to arrival of departing vessel, will incur normal delivery charges. The move will be guaranteed. Excludes transfer of OOG containers which will be charged as listed below. Customer Service hours can be found on the POA website on the Customer Services page.
Containers Transfer Normal Delivery Empty 40' Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $143.00 per Cont -
  Containers preadvised 36 hrs prior to arrival of departing vessel during normal Customer Service hours and available on port 24 hrs prior to arrival of departing vessel, will incur normal delivery charges. The move will be guaranteed. Excludes transfer of OOG containers which will be charged as listed below. Customer Service hours can be found on the POA website on the Customer Services page.
Containers Transfer Urgent Delivery Full 20' Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $189.00 per Cont -
  Containers not meeting the conditions for normal delivery will incur urgent delivery charges and be moved on a 'Best Endeavours' basis. Excludes transfer of OOG containers which will be charged as listed below.
Containers Transfer Urgent Delivery Full 40' Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $325.00 per Cont -
  Containers not meeting the conditions for normal delivery will incur urgent delivery charges and be moved on a 'Best Endeavours' basis. Excludes transfer of OOG containers which will be charged as listed below.
Containers Transfer Urgent Delivery Empty 20' Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $145.00 per Cont -
  Containers not meeting the conditions for normal delivery will incur urgent delivery charges and be moved on a 'Best Endeavours' basis. Excludes transfer of OOG containers which will be charged as listed below.
Containers Transfer Urgent Delivery Empty 40' Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $275.00 per Cont -
  Containers not meeting the conditions for normal delivery will incur urgent delivery charges and be moved on a 'Best Endeavours' basis. Excludes transfer of OOG containers which will be charged as listed below.
Containers Sunday shuttle rates Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo -
  "By arrangement. Notification required by 1500 previous Friday."
Containers Transfer Standard OOG Container Auckland Multi-Cargo, Terminal $360.00 per Cont -
 

Limits: over-height <1.85m; over-width <0.35m either side; over-length <0.5m either side; max weight <40.0tns. OOG containers outside of these parameters will be charged as Non-Standard/Excess OOG. If corner castings not clear - price on application.

Containers Transfer Non-Standard /Exess OOG Container Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $1073.00 per Cont -
  Dimensions outside the parameters listed above for Standard OOG Container. If corner castings not clear - price on application.

Marine Charges

Service Type Service Provided Port Location Charge Price Change
Marine Service Marine Service Charge Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $1.97 per GRT -
  Including pilotage, towage and linesmen both inwards and outwards, plus port dues for Auckland. Minimum charge applies $6,555.00.
Marine Service Vessel move between berths Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $1.06 per GRT -
  Minimum charge applies $5,601. Not applicable to Dead ship move.
Marine Service Tug Hire per Hour Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $4094.00 per Hour -
  Additional to allocation under MSC (applicable to all customers).
Marine Service Additional Lines Person Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $309.00 per Person -
  Per linesperson/per 4hr minimum (applicable to all customers).
Marine Service Dead Ship Movement Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $1.52 per GRT -
  Charged for moving a vessel that has experienced engine failure or similar. Minimum charge of $6,000.00 applies.
Berthage Berth hire (Working Cargo) Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $0.16 per GRT / 24 hrs -
  Minimum charge applies $323.00.
Berthage Lay-by berthage (Non-Working Cargo) Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $0.53 per GRT / 24 hrs -
 

Applied to a vessel that stops cargo operations (excl. weather related stoppage) or considered to be a non-working cargo vessel, under repair and/or detained. The first 24hrs is charged at the full rate and thereafter will be charged in 12hr blocks. Minimum charge applies $517.00

Berthage Small Commercial & Fishing Vessels Up to 20 metres - LOA Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $213.00 per Day -
  Bethage is applied on a per day basis (working or non-working cargo)
Berthage Small Commercial & FIshing Vessels 20-40 metres - LOA Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $276.00 per Day -
  Berthage is applied on a per day basis (working or non-working cargo)
Berthage Small Commercial & Fishing Vessels Greater than 40 metres - LOA Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $0.20 per GRT / 24 hrs -
 

Berthage (working)  is applied on a per day basis. Berthage (non-working) is applied in 12hr blocks, after the first 24hr period.  Minimum charge applies $323.00.

Misc Pilot Boat Hire - with shipping movements Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $714.00 per Hour -
  If used in conjunction with shipping movements.
Misc Pilot Boat Hire Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $956.00 per Hour -
  For a specific callout not in conjunction with shipping movements.
Misc Provision of Water (excludes waste water return) Auckland Multi-Cargo, Terminal $6.30 per 1000 lts -
 

For use of water, including water for dust suppression. Minimum charge $165.00 applies if POAL issued standpipe is not used. Minimum does not apply, when a valid POAL 'Standpipe & Hydrant Permit Fee' of $1,200.00 p.a. is issued

Misc Garbage Collection Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $128.40 per Drum -
  For miscellaneous items for collection price will be quoted on application. A call out fee of $220.00 is applicable between 1500 and 0700 - 7 days.
Misc Brow Gangway - per day Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $746.00 per Day -
  Includes set up and connection. Minimum 1 Day charge is applicable.
Misc Floating Fenders (each)/ per day Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $245.00 per Unit / day -
  Fender/Tyre log

Miscellaneous Charges

Service Type Service Provided Port Location Charge Price Change
Misc Change of status and details once delivered to the port Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $37.00 per Unit -
 

Charge for ANY Manual/EDI change to ANY cargo details e.g : 1)Vessel/voyage; 2) Routing; 3) ISO (Equipment); 4) Commodity; 5) Temperature; 6) Hazardous Information; 7) Booking Information; 8) LOP; 9) Weight (VGM); 10) VIN number; 11)Imports nominated for rail after export cut-off. Any applicable moves MAY be charged in addition to this.

Containers Fumigation - Terminals Auckland Terminal $345.00 per Cont -
  Includes use of area plus move to/from facility. Standard free storage applies.
Services Fumigation - Multi Cargo Auckland Multi-Cargo $93.00 per Unit -
  Includes use of area - containers, vehicles or unitised cargo. Timber Packs charged per pack up to 20m3.Standard free storage applies
Services Heat Treatment Auckland Multi-Cargo $58.00 per Unit/TEU -
  Includes use of area - containers, vehicles or unitised cargo. Timber Packs charged per pack up to 20m3.
Containers Customs Internal Inspection Containers Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $367.00 per Cont -
  Includes moves to/from inspection facility.
Containers Internal move within a terminal 20' Auckland Terminal $99.00 per 20' -
  Additional move of a container within the same wharf.
Containers Internal move within a terminal 40' Auckland Terminal $169.00 per 40' -
  Additional move of a container within the same wharf.
Containers MPI 6 sided External Inspection - Terminals Auckland Terminal $360.00 per Cont -
  Includes use of area plus move to/from facility
Containers MPI 6 sided External Inspection - Multi-Cargo Auckland Multi-Cargo $9.40 per Cont -
  Facility fee for use of area for 6 sided inspection. Charged with the Ship Exchange invoice
Containers MPI Internal Inspection 20' Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $494.00 per 20' -
  Includes use of area and facility, plus moves to/from facility
Containers MPI Internal Inspection 40' Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $707.00 per 40' -
  Includes use of area and facility, plus moves to/from facility
Services MPI Internal Inspection Pallet Auckland Multi-Cargo $365.00 per Pallet -
  Includes use of area and facility
Containers Reinstate Container - Late CEDO Auckland Terminal $401.00 per Cont -
  Reinstate container to the vessel load list if the CEDO is received late and operationally can be planned to the vessel. Applied to any container that doesn't have a valid CEDO within 24 hours prior to the vessels ETA.
Containers Containers Vanned/Devanned Import/Export 20' Auckland Multi-Cargo, Terminal $122.00 per Cont -
  Facility charge for use of space only
Containers Containers Vanned/Devanned Import/Export 40' Auckland Multi-Cargo, Terminal $235.00 per Cont -
  Facility charge for use of space only
Containers Rejected Container Move Auckland Terminal $108.00 per Cont -
  Movement and storage of a container received for packing which is rejected
Containers Taping of a container required by MPI Auckland Terminal $336.00 per Cont -
  Taping of a container required by MPI. Includes associated moves, labour and materials and inspection-related costs. 24 hours notice of vessel ETA with vessel name and container numbers are required to secure this charge. If notice is not adhered to, extra moves will be incurred and charged. Refer to the Internal move within a terminal charge.
Containers Wash of a container required by MPI 20' Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $351.00 per 20' -
 

Wash of a container required by MPI. Includes the move to the wash area, the wash and the move from the wash area.

Containers Wash of a container required by MPI 40' Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $406.00 per 40' -
 

Wash of a container required by MPI. Includes the move to the wash area, the wash and the move from the wash area.

Containers Customs X-ray Containers Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $330.00 per Cont -
  Includes use of area plus move to/from facility
Containers Export DG Certificate - Penalty Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $63.00 per Cont -
  DG administration fee per container for non-compliant regulatory paperwork (related to Export DG's)
Containers Dangerous Goods Container Surcharge Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $31.00 per Cont -
  Dangerous Goods Container Surcharge per container applied on all import and export dangerous goods containers as a handling and administrative fee. The charge includes the printing of the Dangerous Goods Certificate for imports as received from the transportation company to hand over to its driver upon completion.
Containers Dangerous Goods Penalty Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $1601.00 per Cont -
  Charged to any carrier/party for the mis-declaration or failing to properly advise the delivery of an Import / Export / Tranship Dangerous Goods container or failing to deliver/pick up a planned Direct to Motor Vehicle (DMV) Dangerous Goods container.
Misc Access Fee - Venus Per Truck Load Charge - EDI Auckland Multi-Cargo $17.50 per Load -
  Charge per load created in Venus via EDI integration between the operator and Venus
Misc Access Fee - Venus Per Truck Load Charge - Non EDI Auckland Multi-Cargo $27.00 per Load -
  Charge per load created in Venus through the website or via the mobile app
Misc Border Security Charge - Container Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $7.00 per TEU -
 

Covers compliance costs relating to: 1) MPI biosecurity - NZ Customs container security and IMO - ISPS requirements. 2) Payable on full international import and export containers. Note: The Border Security Charge is subject to change conditional on one month's written notice.

General Cargo Port Security Charge - Bulk/Breakbulk (includes Vehicles > 20m3) Auckland Multi-Cargo, Terminal -
 

Security compliance costs relating to: 1) Border Security requirements. 2) Payable on all international import & export cargo. Price TBA Effective from 1st January 2026

Vehicles Port Security Charge - Vehicles <20m3 Auckland Multi-Cargo -
 

Security compliance costs relating to: 1) Border Security requirements. 2) Payable on all international import & export cargo. Price TBA Effective from 1st January 2026

Misc CEDO Application Auckland Terminal $82.00 per Booking Ref -
  Complete CEDO applications for empty containers
Misc Mobile Containment Bund Fergusson Auckland Terminal $888.00 per Day -
  Includes use of the bund and 2 moves (onto bund and off bund). All cleaning will be charged separately at cost. The daily charge will apply until the bund is returned clean. Any moves to/from Multi-Cargo and all associated 3rd party costs are not included.
Misc Crane Lift Permit Auckland Multi-Cargo $1229.00 per Lift -
  Applies to approved crane operators only
Misc Mobile Containment Bund Multi-Cargo Auckland Multi-Cargo $888.00 per Day -
  Daily charge includes use of the bund only. All cleaning will be charged separately at cost. The daily charge will apply until the bund is returned clean.
Misc Move Generator Set Auckland Terminal $63.00 per Unit -
  Move Generator Set to/from Rail
Misc Non-Cargo Vessel Facility Fee less than 60M LOA Auckland Multi-Cargo, Terminal $608.00 per Day -
  Applicable anytime a vessel is not working cargo. Charged in addition to marine layby costs.
Misc Non-Cargo Vessel Facility Fee greater than 60M LOA Auckland Multi-Cargo, Terminal $9.50 per Mtr / day -
  Applicable anytime a vessel is not working cargo. Charged in addition to marine layby costs.
Containers Infrastructure Levy Fergusson Container Terminal Auckland Terminal $50.00 per TEU -
  Applied to Laden Imports and Exports handled at the Fergusson Container Terminal. Charged per load or discharge move.Any further adjustment will be given 60 days notice.
Misc Outward Cargo Reports Auckland Terminal -
  Please refer to Port Connect for charges
Misc Power supply Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $80.00 per Cont / day -
  Excluding monitoring at Multi-Cargo. Includes monitoring at Fergusson Terminal. Power is charged from discharge/receival date until the container is loaded on a truck, train or vessel. Transhipment power from discharge date to be charged to the outbound carrier.
Misc Authority to Work Permit - New & Renewal of Application Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $775.00 per Application -
  Applicable to new (or renewal of) application. Charged for processing the application to obtain 'Authority to Work' permit at Port of Auckland. Valid for 2 years..
Misc Credit and Rebill Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $209.00 per Invoice -
  Customer(s) request to credit an invoice and rebill another party.
Misc Security Access Card Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $100.00 per Card -
 
Misc Replacement Security Access Card Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $100.00 per Card -
 
Misc CCTV Footage - 1st 90 mins Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $183.00 per 1st 90 mins -
  Charge to search CCTV footage on request up to 90 minutes
Misc CCTV Footage - after 90 mins Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $136.00 per Hour -
  Charge per hour if search goes over the initial 90 minutes
Misc CCTV Footage - USB Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $22.00 per Unit -
  Provide USB of the footage
Misc Nest Flat Racks Auckland Multi-Cargo, Terminal $72.00 per TEU -
  Movement in yard; erecting/dismantling; covering/uncovering; strapping/unstrapping; plus 1 labour hour (min) will apply
Misc Adjust Flat Rack Ends Auckland Multi-Cargo, Terminal $80.00 per Unit -
  Raising or lowering of flat rack ends, charged per unit. Two internal movements may be charged in addition
Misc Add DG Labels or Seal Auckland Terminal $80.00 per Cont -
  Adding DG Labels or Seal to a container. Charged per unit. Two internal moves will be charged in addition
Misc Photos taken Auckland Terminal $40.00 per Cont -
  Photos of a container requested i.e. for damage or seal number confirmation. Charged per unit. Two internal movements will be charged in addition.
Misc Weighbridge - Dallas Tags Auckland Multi-Cargo $54.00 per Tag -
  New or replacement tags
Misc Weighbridge - Automated Weigh Auckland Multi-Cargo $20.00 per Weigh -
  Per weigh if moved over the weighbridge by the transport operator with a weighbridge account. Not valid for VGM
Misc Weighbridge - Manual Weigh or Cash Sale Auckland Multi-Cargo $64.00 per Weigh -
 
Misc Hoist Hire - 0 to 12 Tonne Auckland Multi-Cargo $122.00 per Hour -
  Hourly hire of hoist. Driver not supplied
Misc Hoist Hire - 12 to 34 Tonne Auckland Multi-Cargo $245.00 per Hour -
  Hourly hire of hoist. Driver not supplied
Misc Concrete Blocks Auckland Multi-Cargo $102.00 per Block / day -
  Containment of cargo and/or delineation. Movement of blocks charged by third party stevedore
Misc Facility Fee per 8hr Period Auckland Multi-Cargo $1535.00 -
  For the use of the permitted area to conduct permitted activity such as loading, unloading boats, drone operations etc
Misc Land/Take off Helicopter Auckland Multi-Cargo $5215.00 per Day -
  Reservation and allocation of permitted area to conduct helicopter landing and take offs. Minimum charge is one day - pro rata thereafter in 12hr multiples
Misc Spill Absorbent Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $77.00 per Bag -
  Replacement of spill absorbent bags
Misc Security Guard (excl public holidays) Auckland Multi-Cargo $75.00 per Hour -
  Hire of Security Guard
Misc Security Guard - public holiday Auckland Multi-Cargo $150.00 per Hour -
  Hire of Security Guard

Receival and Delivery

Service Type Service Provided Port Location Charge Price Change
Containers Redelivery management fee Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $105.00 per Cont -
  Container management fee for containers returned to the port for inspection or other services. This applies for import containers that are picked up and returned to the port, as well as for export containers that are delivered for export and taken out again. The lifts are additional.
Containers Redelivery to the Port R&D 20' Auckland Terminal $187.00 per 20' -
  Lift on/lift off charge for containers redelivered to the port. The charge is one-way so a container brought in and taken out or v.v. will be charged twice
Containers Redelivery to the Port R&D 40' Auckland Terminal $318.00 per 40' -
  Lift on/lift off charge for containers redelivered to the port. The charge is one-way so a container brought in and taken out or v.v. will be charged twice
Containers Pre-Advice Fee Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $86.00 per Cont -
  Manual entry by POAL of export Pre-Advice including addition of declared VGM. Applies for Road and Rail receivals.
Containers Pre-Advice Fee Empties Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $37.00 per Cont -
  Manual entry by POAL of export empties or Link return Pre-Advice.
Containers Late Receival - Requested prior to vessel cut-off and cargo delivered after vessel cut-off Auckland Terminal $125.00 per Cont -
  Management fee for cargo delivered to port after cut-off. Late Receival process must be followed and applied for prior to cut-off.
Containers Urgent Late Receival - Requested after vessel cut-off and cargo delivered after vessel cut-off Auckland Terminal $313.00 per Cont -
  Management fee for cargo delivered to port after cut-off. Urgent Late Receival process must be followed.
Containers Access Fee - Rail Handling Charge Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $40.00 per Cont -
  All containers received or delivered from/to the seaport via rail, both empty and full containers.
Containers R&D Penalty Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $160.00 per Cont -
  Charge for driver not following correct R&D procedure and not booking container in or out with R&D office or kiosk or e-gate; including turning up without pre-advice or notice to pick up or drop off container/cargo.
Vehicle Booking Access Fee - Container Booking Fee - Peak (Terminal) Auckland Terminal $130.00 per Cont -
 

"For the use of the Vehicle Booking System (VBS) between the Peak hours of 05:00 and 17:59 Monday to Friday, the fees are charged for: (1) All containers received or delivered from/to the seaport, both full and empty containers. (2) Cancellation of a booking within 1 hour of the booking start time. 

Effective 1st July 2025: The total charge per container is split into: (a) VBS Booking fee of $10.00 charge per container invoiced by POAL - applicable for (1 & 2). (b) $120.00 charge per container invoiced by POAL - applicable for (1). Public holidays will be treated as Off-Peak"

Vehicle Booking Access Fee - Container Booking Fee - Off-Peak (Terminal) Auckland Terminal $75.00 per Cont -
 

"For the use of the Vehicle Booking System at all other times not specified as peak, the fees are charged for: (1) All containers received or delivered from/to the seaport, both full and empty containers. (2) Cancellation of a booking within 1 hour of the booking start time. 

Effective 1st July 2025: The total charge per container is split into: (a) VBS Booking fee of $10.00 charge per container invoiced by POAL - applicable for (1 & 2). (b) Access Fee $65.00 charge per container invoiced by POAL - applicable for (1). Public holidays will be treated as Off-Peak"

Vehicle Booking Access Fee - Container Booking Fee - Peak (Multi-Cargo) Auckland Multi-Cargo $130.00 per Cont -
 

"For the use of the Vehicle Booking System (VBS) between the Peak hours of 05:00 and 17:59 Monday to Friday, the fees are charged for: (1) All containers received or delivered from/to the seaport, both full and empty containers. (2) Cancellation of a booking within 1 hour of the booking start time. 

Effective 1st July 2025: The total charge per container is split into: (a) VBS Booking fee of $10.00 charge per container invoiced by POAL - applicable for (1 & 2). (b) $120.00 charge per container invoiced by POAL - applicable for (1). Public holidays will be treated as Off-Peak"

Vehicle Booking Access Fee - Container Booking Fee - Off-Peak (Multi-Cargo) Auckland Multi-Cargo $75.00 per Cont -
 

"For the use of the Vehicle Booking System at all other times not specified as peak, the fees are charged for: (1) All containers received or delivered from/to the seaport, both full and empty containers. (2) Cancellation of a booking within 1 hour of the booking start time.

 Effective 1st July 2025: The total charge per container is split into: (a) VBS Booking fee of $10.00 charge per container invoiced by POAL - applicable for (1 & 2). (b) $65.00 charge per container invoiced by POAL - applicable for (1). Public holidays will be treated as Off-Peak"

Vehicle Booking Access Fee - "No show" charge Vehicle Booking Auckland Multi-Cargo, Terminal $100.00 per Cont -
 
Effective 1st July 2025: The charge will apply to any booking made and not used by a carrier. It will be charged on top of the applicable VBS Booking fee. All charges will be invoiced by POAL.
Vehicle Booking Access Fee - Container Booking Fee - Export Empty Stack-runs Only (Terminal) Auckland Terminal $55.00 per Cont -
 

"For the use of the Vehicle Booking System (VBS) between Monday to Friday 0000hrs (midnight) to 0459hrs, including Saturday and Sunday; and within POAL defined receival windows confirmed by email, the fees are charged for:(1) Empty Export Container Bulk run delivered to the seaport (directly into the Terminal only), (2) Cancellation of a booking within 1 hour of the booking start time.

 Effective 1st July 2025: The total charge per container is split into: (a) VBS Booking fee of $10.00 charge per container invoiced by POAL - applicable for (1 & 2). (b) Access Fee $45.00 charge per container invoiced by POAL - applicable for (1). Public holidays will be treated as Off-Peak"

Vehicle Booking Access Fee - Container Booking Fee - Import Empty Stack-runs Only (Multi-Cargo) Auckland Multi-Cargo $55.00 per Cont -
 

"For the use of the Vehicle Booking System (VBS) Peak & Off-Peak hours Monday to Sunday, the fees are charged for:(1) Import Empties Bulk run containers only, collected from the seaport, (2) Cancellation of a booking within 1 hour of the booking start time.

Effective date TBC: The total charge per container is split into: (a) VBS Booking fee of $10.00 charge per container invoiced by POAL - applicable for (1 & 2). (b) Access Fee $45.00 charge per container invoiced by POAL - applicable for (1). Public holidays will be treated as Off-Peak

Misc Access Fee - Breakbulk Charge Auckland Multi-Cargo $24.00 per Load -
  Charge per load for breakbulk received or delivered from/to the seaport via truck.
Misc Access Fee - Bulk Charge Auckland Multi-Cargo $24.00 per Load -
  Charge per load for bulk received or delivered from/to the seaport via truck.

Stevedoring

Service Type Service Provided Port Location Charge Price Change
General Cargo Labour and Material Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $96.00 per Hour / person -
  Miscellaneous services will be charged in labour and materials used. Minimum 1 hour charge per person. Materials POA
Containers Discharge Direct to Motor Vehicle (DMV) or vice versa Auckland Terminal -
  Price on application
Containers Handling of bulging/leaking containers Auckland Terminal -
  Price on application
Containers Container Import or Export - 53' or greater Auckland Terminal -
  Price on application
Containers Container Import or Export - non standard ISO - Shipper Owned Container (SOC) Auckland Terminal -
  Price on Application

Terminal Break bulk & OOG

Service Type Service Provided Port Location Charge Price Change
General Cargo Masts/Boats/Breakbulk Lifts Auckland Terminal -
  Price on Application - charged by length and weight. Lashing over one hour $795.00 per hourPOAL approval to load is required prior to shipping. Failure to obtain approval from POAL will incur a penalty of $5,000 min or 20% of the quoted value, whichever is higher.
Containers Excess Out of Gauge Container Surcharge Auckland Terminal -
  Price on Application - charged by length and weight. Applies to containers with dimensions outside the parameters detailed below for Non-Standard Out of Gauge containers. Lashing over one hour $795.00 per hour
Containers Standard Out of Gauge Container Surcharge Auckland Terminal $360.00 per Lift -
 

Limits: Over-height <1.85m; Over-width <0.35m either side; Over-length <0.5m either side; max weight <40.0tns. Out of Gauge containers outside of these parameters will be charged as Non-Standard or Excess Out of Gauge. If corner castings not clear - break-bulk rates will apply. Charge is per lift. Direct to/from transport will be one lift, via the yard will be 3 lifts and Transhipments will be 4 lifts.

Containers Non-Standard Out of Gauge Container Surcharge Auckland Terminal $1073.00 per Lift -
 

Limits: Over-height 1.85m - 3.0m; Over-width 0.35m-0.5m either side; Over-length 0.5m-1.0m either side; max weight 40.0tns - 50.0tns. Out of Gauge containers outside of these parameters will be charged as Excess Out of Gauge as detailed above. If corner castings not clear - break-bulk rates will apply. Charge is per lift. Direct to/from transport will be one lift, via the yard will be 3 lifts and Transhipments will be 4 lifts.

Containers Out of Gauge Container Penalty Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $1601.00 per Cont -
  Charged to any carrier/party for the mis-declaration or failing to properly advise the delivery of an Import / Export / Tranship OOG Cargo (Incl. bulging or damaged units)

Wharfage

Service Type Service Provided Port Location Charge Price Change
Containers Container Export Full 20' Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $104.00 per Cont -
 
Containers Container Export Full 40' Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $200.00 per Cont -
 
Containers Container Export Reefer (Active) Full 20' Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $119.00 per Cont -
 
Containers Container Export Reefer (Active)Full 40' Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $222.00 per Cont -
 
Containers Container Export Empty 20' Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $68.00 per Cont -
 
Containers Container Export Empty 40' Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $130.00 per Cont -
 
Containers Container Import Full 20' Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $160.00 per Cont -
 
Containers Container Import Full 40' Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $307.00 per Cont -
 
Containers Container Import Reefer (Active) Full 20' Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $174.00 per Cont -
 
Containers Container Import Reefer (Active) Full 40' Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $328.00 per Cont -
 
Containers Container Import Empty 20' Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $68.00 per Cont -
 
Containers Container Import Empty 40' Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $130.00 per Cont -
 
Containers Transhipment 20' Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $56.00 per Cont -
  Applies to containers transhipped between vessels - Arriving cntrs paid by the Arriving Operator and departing cntrs paid by the Departing Operator. Container must arrive and depart in the same state.
Containers Transhipment 40' Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $106.00 per Cont -
  Applies to containers transhipped between vessels - Arriving cntrs paid by the Arriving Operator and departing cntrs paid by the Departing Operator. Container must arrive and depart in the same state.
Containers Transhipment Reefer (Active) 20' Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $67.00 per Cont -
  Applies to containers transhipped between vessels - Arriving cntrs paid by the Arriving Operator and departing cntrs paid by the Departing Operator. Container must arrive and depart in the same state.
Containers Transhipment Reefer (Active) 40' Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $121.00 per Cont -
  Applies to containers transhipped between vessels - Arriving cntrs paid by the Arriving Operator and departing cntrs paid by the Departing Operator. Container must arrive and depart in the same state.
Containers DLR - Discharge-Land-Reship 20' Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $70.00 per Cont -
 
Containers DLR - Discharge-Land-Reship 40' Auckland Terminal, Multi-Cargo $135.00 per Cont -
 
General Cargo Bulk Cargo Export Auckland Multi-Cargo $7.23 per tonne / m3 -
 

Bulk Cargo loaded to a vessel. Charged as tonne or m3, whichever is greater.  Minimum of 1 tonne/m3 will be charged. Excludes clean up costs. 

General Cargo General Cargo Export Auckland Multi-Cargo $7.65 per tonne / m3 -
 

General Cargo (Breakbulk), loaded to a vessel not through the Vehicle Terminal. Charged as tonne or m3, whichever is greater. Minimum of 1 tonne/m3 will be charged.  Excludes clean up costs.

General Cargo Bulk Cargo Import - through Hoppers or Pipeline Auckland Multi-Cargo $6.74 per tonne / m3 -
 

Bulk Cargo discharged from a vessel using a Hopper or Pipeline. Charged as tonne or m3, whichever is greater. Minimum of 1 tonne/m3 will be charged. Excludes clean up costs.

General Cargo General Cargo Import & Bulk Cargo Import - not through Hoppers Auckland Multi-Cargo $8.28 per tonne / m3 -
 

General Cargo (Breakbulk) and Bulk Cargo, discharged from a vessel not through the Vehicle Terminal. Charged as tonne or m3, whichever is greater. Minimum of 1 tonne/m3  will be charged.  Excludes clean up costs.

General Cargo General Cargo Transhipment Auckland Multi-Cargo $4.34 per tonne / m3 -
 

General Cargo (Breakbulk), discharged from a vessel and loaded to another vessel not through the Vehicle Terminal. Charged as tonne or m3, whichever is greater. Minimum of 1 tonne/m3  will be charged. Excludes clean up costs.

Vehicles Cars up to 20m3 Export Auckland Multi-Cargo $104.30 per Unit -
  Exported cars (includes MPI ramping charge)
Vehicles Cars up to 20m3 Import Auckland Multi-Cargo $104.30 per Unit -
  Imported cars (includes MPI ramping charge)
Vehicles Cars up to 20m3 Transhipment or DLR Auckland Multi-Cargo $68.84 per Unit -
 

Transhipment or DLR cars (includes MPI ramping charge)

Vehicles/Gen Cargo General Cargo or Vehicle (Export) Auckland Multi-Cargo $7.65 per tonne / m3 -
 

Any General Cargo (Breakbulk) or Vehicle (not classified as a car), loading to a vessel operated through the Vehicle Terminal. Charged as m3 or tonne, whichever is greater. 1 tonne/m3 minimum applies.

Vehicles/Gen Cargo General Cargo or Vehicle (Import) Auckland Multi-Cargo $7.94 per tonne / m3 -
 

Any General Cargo (Breakbulk) or Vehicle (not classified as a car), discharging from a vessel operated through the Vehicle Terminal. Charged as m3 or tonne, whichever is greater. 1tonne/m3 minimum applies.

Vehicles/Gen Cargo General Cargo or Vehicle (Transhipment) Auckland Multi-Cargo $4.61 per tonne / m3 -
 

Any General Cargo (Breakbulk) or Vehicle (not classified as a car), that is discharged from a vessel, landed on the wharf/quay and loaded to another vessel operated through the Vehicle Terminal. Charged as tonne or m3, whichever is greater. 1 tonne/m3 minimum applies.

Vehicles/Gen Cargo DLR - Discharge-Land-Reship General Cargo or Vehicle Auckland Multi-Cargo $6.23 per tonne / m3 -
 

Any General Cargo (Breakbulk) or Vehicle (not classified as a car), that is discharged from a vessel, landed on the wharf/quay and reloaded to the same vessel. Charge is per tonne or m3, whichever is greater. 1 tonne/m3 minimum applies.

Heavy Heavy Cargo Auckland Multi-Cargo $11.13 per tonne / m3 -
 

A single item of any cargo greater than 40 tonnes through either the vehicle or non-vehicle terminal. Charged in addition to General Cargo (Import, Export, Tranship) wharfage costs. Charge as tonne or m3, whichever is greater.

Misc Vessel Transfer Import Auckland Multi-Cargo, Terminal $4.17 per tonne / m3 -
 

Vessel discharge direct to water. Charge as tonne or m3, whichever is greater

Misc Vessel Transfer Export Auckland Multi-Cargo, Terminal $3.84 per tonne / m3 -
 

Vessel load direct from Water. Charge as tonne or m3, whichever is greater.

Misc Submersible vessel - discharge/load Auckland Multi-Cargo, Terminal $56.00 per Mtr -
  Submersible vessel - discharge or load to/from water

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