Cargo and dangerous goods

Cargo can come in all shapes and sizes and be transported from one place to another in a variety of ways.

Access information about relevant maritime rules, and other useful links for the safe transportation of cargo.

Cargo and carriage

Access information about relevant maritime rules, and other useful links for the safe transportation of cargo including hazardous and dangerous goods.

Cargo safety

Access information related to cargo safety for all commercial operators

Container weight requirements

All shipping containers for export from New Zealand must have a verified weight before they can be loaded on a ship. This requirement stems from an amendment to the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) that came into force on 1 July 2016. Learn more here.