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Shipping containers to Oceania
If you are planning on shipping a container to Oceania via ocean freight iContainers is your best option. Send full (FCL) or shared (LCL or groupage) containers to Australia, New Zealand, New Guinea or other islands in the area at the best prices. Thanks to our online quote generator, in less than 15 seconds you can compare and book without any middlemen.
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The most popular shipping route for sending containers to Oceania
This route is the one that transports the most goods to Oceania by sea (in TEUs):
| Route | West Bound | East Bound | North Bound | South Bound | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia - Far East | 1,072,016 | 1,851,263 | 2,923,279 |
Source: Trade Routes - World Shipping Council
Between Oceania (Australia) and Asia, the most used route offers 34 point-to-point services:
| ROUTE | SERVICES |
|---|---|
| Australasia | 34 |
| TOTAL | 201 |
Source: Drewry Container Forecaster Q1 & Q2 2013
With iContainers, you do not need to contact shipping lines or any middlemen to ship to Oceania. With our online quote generator, get the best rates in less than 15 seconds. Book your shipment and leave the whole process to us.
Which ports in Oceania are specialised in containers?
Of the 100 most important ports for handling containers, 2 are located in Oceania:
OCEANIA PORT RANKINGS - CONTAINER TRAFFIC - 2014
| WORLD RANK | PORT | COUNTRY | TEUs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 59 | Melbourne | Australia | 2554 |
| 69 | Sydney Ports | Australia | 2247 |
Source: Top 100 ports in the world 2014 - World Shipping Council
Necessary documentation for sending containers to Oceania
On the websites dedicated to trade in each country (for example Australia or New Zealand) you will find more information on what steps you must follow and what requirements you must meet when sending containers to Oceania. ICEX also offers country-specific resources for exporting to Oceania.
Check the current Incoterms so that you can choose the most appropriate one for you before booking your goods shipment to Oceania.