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SHIPPING COMPANIES TO LAE
“SHIPPING CONTAINERS FROM AUSTRALIA TO LAE”
“Guaranteed Australia’s best sea freight and air freight rates to LAE “
“Air freight and sea freight services to LAE outer PNG Islands”
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“Shipping CONTAINERS for cars, buses, boats, mining and industrial machinery to Lae”
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“CargoMaster KNOW-HOW comes with over 20 years experience shipping to LAE and surrounding islands”
“Relocating to LAE, ask about Pack your own shipping containers“
RENOWNED FREIGHT FORWARDERS TO LAE CALL: 1300 767 136
Thankyou for visting our site! CargoMaster. Are you thinking of Shipping to Lae. CargoMaster offers you over 20 years experience moving all types of cargo from Australia to Port Moresby (or Motukea Island) and the numerous islands in PNG.If you are thinking of shipping containers to Lae call CargoMaster . CargoMaster is one of Australia’s most trusted shipping companies from Australia to Lae.
Also servicing: Aitape, Alotau, Arawa, Buka, Daru, Kavieng, Kieta, Kimbe, Lihir, Lorengau, Madang, Oro Bay, Port Moresby, Rabaul, Vanimo, Wewak,
ABOUT SHIPPING TO LAE
Australia and PNG share alot in common and the bond of friendship between the two countries has strengthend even more since the end of the second world war. Australia enjoys a friendly and mutually respectful working relationship with its northern neighbours. CargoMaster works with a wide range of clients shipping cargo to and from PNG regularly.
CargoMaster looks after a wide variety of cargo to Lae Port including construction materials and machinery, industrial equipment, cars, buses, trucks, boats, mining equipment the list is endless! CargoMaster is one of Australia’s most trusted sea freight companies to LAE.
The Port of Lae in Papua New Guinea is the largest port in PNG and in the region.The Port of Lae in Papua New Guinea is one of the most important ports in the South Pacific region. Lae (Morobe’s provincial capital) has a population of over 300,000 and is considered PNG’s fastest growing centre. Lae has a history that dates back over 100 years. The history of the Port of Lae plays an important role in its current operations, as it was originally constructed by German settlers over 100 years ago. During World War II, it became a strategic military base for Allied forces which helped to boost the port’s profile. Today, it remains the busiest port in PNG and is home to many different types of exported commodities.
The port has four modern terminals that handle millions of tonnes annually from both domestic and international traders. Lae port also boasts numerous shipping lanes, berths, and services which support its operations. It is estimated that around 30% of all exports from PNG are handled from Lae port, making it an essential economic hub for the nation.I
Given its history and importance to national trade, it is likely that this port will remain an important part of PNG’s history and economy for many years to come. By maintaining its current environmental standards, it can ensure that it remains a major shipping hub in the region for decades to come.
Shipping from Australia to LAE Port is weekly or regular from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, (Fremantle) Perth, Adelaide, Townsville and Darwin.
It is possible to drive from Port Moresby to Lae, Motorists can travel directly to Lae from Port Moresby through Kerema, Malalaua, Gulf, up to Kaintiba in the hinterland bordering Morobe and Eastern Highlands, and on to Menyamya in Morobe. It then links up with the Bulolo Highway on to Lae
Remember, Port Moresby does have a Police Force, but it is also known to be corrupt. POM is a great place to visit, but be careful and try to avoid walking the streets or driving alone at night.
LAE PORT SHIPPING SERVICES
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| Pilotage Authority PNG Ports Corporation Ltd. Pilotage is compulsory. Pilots are available and based in LaeBoarding Station Lat: 06°44.85 S, Long: 147° 00.10 E, Mt. Lunaman Tower Bearing 023° (T) x 1.30MOr or Bad Weather Lat: 06°44.85 S, Long: 147° 00.10 E, Mt. Lunaman Tower Bearing 023° (T) x 1.30MCommunication Arrangements Call “Lae Port Control” on VHF 16/12.Tug, Towage, Barges and Mooring Gangs Privately owned and operated under license issued by the PNG Ports Corporation Limited. Arrangements can be made with Private Operators through the respective Shipping Agents. (PACTOW)Lae Port Layout  |
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TYPICAL QUESTIONS CALLERS ASK ABOUT SHIPPING COMPANIES TO LAE PORT
“What does it cost to ship a motor vehicle to Lae”
“Shipping costs to The Port Of Lae, Papua New Guinea from Australia will depend on several things, where in Australia you are shipping from and where in Papua New Guinea you intend shipping too, the commodity being shipped the time of year you are shipping all play a role in determining the cost”
SEA FREIGHT TO LAE PORT
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SHIPPING TIMES FROM AUSTRALIA TO LAE
- Sydney to Lae: 12-18 Days
- Melbourne to Lae: 16-24 Days
- Brisbane to Lae: 6-18 Days
- Fremantle (Perth) to Lae: 18-32 Days
- Hobart/Launceston to Lae: 18-28 Days
- Canberra to Lae:12-18 Days
- Townsville to Lae: 14-22 Days
- Darwin to Lae: 32 Days
PAPUA NEW GUINEA CUSTOMS AUTHORITY
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT SHIPPING TO LAE PORT:
Prohibited And Restricted Items:
Remember, you are moving to one of the cleanest, greenest, Island Countries in the world, Samoa’s people are very much InTouch with the environment and protecting their country from unwanted pests and diseases. Border control is very strict and heavy fines (even imprisonment penalties) apply for non compliance, your goods could even be sent back to the origin port .Certain items are restricted or prohibited and cannot be imported into PNG
Please be aware the below items are NOT PERMITTED into PNG:
- objectionable material contained on items like videotapes, films, records, CD-ROMs and in publications
- weapons like flick knives, butterfly knives, swordsticks, knuckle-dusters
- any weapon which is disguised as something else
- equipment for using cannabis or methamphetamine
- anything which you’re planning to use in a crime.
For the commodities below you should check to see if you will NEED A PERMIT:
- ivory in any form, including jewelry, and carvings
- tortoise or sea turtle shell jewelry, and ornaments
- meat or food derived from whales, dolphins, rare crane, and pheasants, or sea turtles
- medicines containing musk, or rhinoceros or tiger derivatives such as ground horn or bone
- carvings or other things made from whalebone or bone from other marine mammals
- cat skins
- trophies of sea turtles, all big cats, rare reptiles, cranes, pheasants, bears, antelope, and deer
- live species, including pet eagles, hawks, owls and parrots, many cacti, orchids, cycads, and cyclamens
- carnivorous plants.
You may not be able to bring some medicines into PNG, especially controlled drugs. This includes medicines containing pseudoephedrine. Remember heavy fines and possibility of imprisonment for non compliance
Prescription medication in most cases is acceptable, if you can present a valid doctors prescription .
If you’re returning to PNG or are immigrant after 21 months or more overseas, you may be entitled to concessions on vehicles and boats, motor cycles that either accompany you or are transported separately.
Bringing Motor Vehicles Into PAPUA NEW GUINEA:
There is an increasing number of people purchasing cars online from overseas and importing them in Papua New Guinea. Although the purchase price of these vehicles may seem cheaper than what you can purchase here in Papua New Guinea there are significant costs associated with importing and getting these vehicles on the road. In addition to freight and insurance costs, there is also import duties which can, depending on the size of the motor, range from 40%-110% of the vehicles import value. On top of this Import GST of 10% is also collected at the time of import. Add to this broker fees, Quarantine clearance fees, port handling fees, car safety inspection fees and registration fees and this can often double the original purchase price of the vehicle.
Please be aware of all the costs associated with purchasing and importing a vehicle from overseas before you make you purchase. If your vehicle is imported and left at a Customs wharf for over 30 days it is forfeited to the Sate of Papua New Guinea and can be sold or auctioned to recover the duty, GST, and other handling and storage fees owing.
Documentation will be evidence will need to be produced to support your claim. These documents may include:
- receipts showing purchase and delivery dates
- registration and insurance papers
- evidence when the vehicle, boat or plane was surrendered for shipping .
“What if I don’t qualify for concessions”
You will have to pay Duty and GST.
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