Machinery & Equipment Shipping to Australasia

Industrial, construction, agricultural & marine equipment to Australia & New Zealand

Shipping machinery or equipment between UK and Australasia? Since 1998, we've specialized in secure containerized shipping for high-value equipment to Australia & New Zealand. From mini excavators to agricultural machinery, we handle the securing, documentation, and customs compliance.

As direct importers, we understand the specific requirements for shipping machinery — decommissioning, proper dunnage, dangerous goods handling (fuels, batteries), and biosecurity compliance.

Equipment Types We Ship

Industrial Equipment

  • Generators
  • Compressors
  • Welding equipment
  • Workshop machinery
  • Forklifts

Construction Equipment

  • Mini excavators
  • Skid steers
  • Concrete mixers
  • Scaffolding
  • Power tools

Agricultural Machinery

  • Tractors
  • Implements
  • Mowers
  • Tillers
  • Irrigation equipment

Marine Equipment

  • Outboard motors
  • Tenders & dinghies
  • Navigation equipment
  • Sailing gear
  • Marine electronics

Pricing Guide

Service Container Price
Shared 20ft space LCL shared From £2,500
Sole-use 20ft FCL 20ft £6,500-£8,500
Sole-use 40ft FCL 40ft £9,500-£12,500
Flat rack / Open top Specialist Custom quote

Pricing depends on size, weight, and specific handling requirements.

Our Machinery Shipping Process

1. Equipment Assessment

We assess your equipment and provide guidance on:

  • Decommissioning requirements
  • Fluid drainage (fuel, oils, hydraulics)
  • Battery disconnection or removal
  • Biosecurity cleaning requirements

2. Proper Securing

Professional load securing:

  • Custom dunnage and blocking
  • Heavy-duty strapping
  • Weight distribution
  • Prevention of movement/damage

3. Customs & Compliance

Complete documentation:

  • Dangerous goods declarations (if applicable)
  • Equipment specifications and serial numbers
  • AU/NZ import compliance
  • Biosecurity documentation

Dangerous Goods Handling

Some machinery contains dangerous goods (fuels, batteries, hydraulic fluids). We handle:

  • Fuel tanks: Must be drained and cleaned
  • Batteries: Disconnected or removed, declared on manifest
  • Hydraulic fluids: Drained or properly contained
  • Documentation: Dangerous goods declaration and MSDS sheets

We guide you through every requirement and handle all paperwork.

Ready to Ship Your Equipment?

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