Container Freight and Storage Services.
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Services Overview
Domestic Coastal Shipping
Container Transport provides reliable door-to-door coastal shipping between all major New Zealand ports, working with leading carriers PIL, COSCO, Maersk, MSC, and CMA CGM. Our team handles everything from truck pickup through to final delivery, keeping the process simple and stress-free with a single point of contact. Learn More
International Coastal Shipping
Container Transport offers door-to-door international container shipping from all major New Zealand ports to destinations across Asia, the Middle East, North America, and Europe. Our full-service offering includes licensed customs brokerage covering documentation, duty payments, and MPI biosecurity requirements, so your freight clears the border without complications. Learn More
KiwiRail Booking Agent
As an authorised KiwiRail Booking Agent, Container Transport provides easy access to one of New Zealand’s most reliable and cost-effective freight networks — over 900 trains per week across a 3,500km corridor with 17 container terminal sites nationwide. We manage the full process from booking and container positioning through to pickup and delivery, making rail freight a simple, lower-emission alternative to road transport. Learn More
Container Storage
Container Transport offers container storage solutions across New Zealand, with secure yard facilities in 10 locations: Auckland, Hamilton, Tauranga, Napier/Hastings, Palmerston North, Wellington, Nelson, Blenheim, Christchurch, and Dunedin. We provide 20ft High Cube shipping containers for rent, stored safely in our yards at whichever location suits you best. Learn More
Container Sales
Container Transport supplies quality shipping containers for sale throughout New Zealand in a range of sizes and grades, from brand-new one-trip units to economical second-hand options, including standard and High Cube configurations in 10ft, 20ft, and 40ft. All containers are wind and watertight, built for New Zealand conditions, and can be delivered to your site anywhere in the country. Learn More
Container Leasing
Container Transport owns and operates its own fleet of shipping containers, exclusively available to New Zealand clients for lease. Available in a range of sizes and conditions, our containers are strategically positioned nationwide for prompt delivery. Our experienced team will help you choose the right container for your needs — whether you’re looking for a storage solution, a portable workspace, or a container to load for export. Learn More
Container Relocations
Container Transport’s container relocation service gives you the most flexible and cost-effective option for moving large volumes of goods across New Zealand. We offer self-load and self-unload containers, as well as live load and live unload services for personal effects and general freight. Learn More
Project Cargo & Fragile Freight
Container Transport specialises in door-to-door handling of project cargo and fragile freight, supplying High Cube containers, furniture blankets, and experienced loading teams to safely move high-value, oversized, or delicate items across New Zealand. Your goods are loaded once and unloaded once, with no damaging double handling — giving you confidence that complex or fragile freight arrives in the same condition it left. Learn More
Event & Specialist Freight
Container Transport provides event and specialist freight services for organisers, production companies, touring shows, and festivals throughout New Zealand, where bump-in and bump-out schedules leave absolutely no room for delays. We coordinate the full door-to-door journey via road, coastal shipping, and KiwiRail, with High Cube containers and experienced loading teams. Learn More
Customs Brokerage
Container Transport works with licensed customs brokers to manage the full import and export clearance process for New Zealand businesses, from electronic entry lodgement and duty payments through to MPI biosecurity compliance and tariff classification advice. Our brokers handle everything on your behalf, integrating directly with your freight booking for a seamless door-to-door experience. Learn More
Transit & Freight Insurance
Container Transport arranges transit and freight insurance for both domestic and international shipments, protecting New Zealand businesses against accidental loss or damage to goods in transit. Arranged in partnership with trusted broker Amicus, cover is available under the same roof as your freight booking — one conversation handles your shipment and your protection together. Learn More
Third Party Logistics
Container Transport provides tailored 3PL solutions for New Zealand businesses looking to outsource their freight, storage, and supply chain operations to experienced specialists. With domestic and international freight, container leasing, KiwiRail bookings, customs clearance, and transit insurance all available under one roof, we build practical logistics solutions we can genuinely deliver on. Learn More
Air Freight
When time is critical and the sea simply won’t do, Container Transport arranges domestic and international air freight solutions for New Zealand businesses and individuals. As an independent freight broker, we access competitive air cargo rates across multiple carriers and routes — ensuring your urgent shipment arrives on time without paying more than necessary. Learn More
Motorsport Logistics
For transporting race vehicles and heavy machinery, Container Transport offers two proven options. Roll-on/Roll-off (RoRo) freight is ideal for vehicles that can be driven or towed directly onto a vessel, a cost-effective solution for moving cars, trailers, and support trucks between the North and South Islands or internationally. Learn More
