- Standard road weight limitations:-
Road limitation is technically 24.0 tonne gross (container + cargo weight) per 20'/40'.
However, with a permit and appropriate trailer (chassis), road carriers can carry up to 30.0 tonne gross (container + cargo weight).
Note that containers of this weight may not be able to be sidelifted (most deliveries in NZ have containers placed on the ground with sidelifter / swinglift - and return for empty later).
A lot of customers cannot unpack cargo if container is left on the trailer, so if a container is heavy the shipper needs to check with the consignee re unpacking means.
- 90% of import/export cartage jobs are with sideloader - NZ does not work on trailer/loading bay configurations - this is outdated in NZ.
- Above 30 tonne, major problems are incurred, and special heavy haul rigs are required - we do not usually quote on this, as this exceeds the loading capacity of most containers.
- Regulations in respect to the importation of HZ and DG cargo into New Zealand are flexible. However, explosives of Class 1 demand specific attention and are subject to discharge at specified areas that may be away from the container terminal berth.
- All HZ and DG cargoes are to be handled, packed and transported in accordance with the recommendations of the IMO IMDG code, and must be accompanied by DG certificate which must be received prior to arrival of the vessel.
- In order to facilitate discharge and delivery in New Zealand, confirmation of acceptance by New Zealand Port is advisable prior to acceptance and shipment of the cargo.
