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Machinery Shipping from Thailand

Ocean Freight & RoRo Shipping from Laem Chabang

Direct containerised and RoRo machinery dispatch from Port of Laem Chabang to Australia, New Zealand and worldwide. Full export documentation, TAFTA/AANZFTA support, and transparent freight guidance for excavators, forklifts and loaders.

THLCH

Primary origin port

12-18 Days

Transit to East Coast AU

0% Duty

TAFTA trade agreement

Shipping Methods for Machinery Exports

We specialise in moving used machinery from Thailand using the most efficient and cost-effective methods available from Port of Laem Chabang.

Container Shipping

Ideal for forklifts, compact excavators and medium-sized loaders. We load into 20ft, 40ft or 40ft High Cube containers with professional lashing and securing. Best option for most standard machinery exports from Thailand.

photo of cargo cru ship
photo of cargo cru ship

RoRo

(Roll-on/Roll-off)

Perfect for larger excavators and wheel loaders that can drive on and off the vessel. Faster loading and often more economical for heavier machines when container shipping is not practical.

Flat Rack & Breakbulk

Used for oversized or extra-heavy excavators that exceed standard container dimensions. We arrange specialised packing and handling from Laem Chabang for safe international transport.

Why Ship from Laem Chabang

Port of Laem Chabang is Thailand’s primary deep-sea gateway for machinery exports. It offers excellent connections to Australia, New Zealand and major global trade lanes, with modern terminals capable of handling containerised, RoRo and project cargo.

Key advantages for buyers:

• Direct sailings to Australian and New Zealand ports

• Full export customs clearance and documentation support

• Access to TAFTA and AANZFTA preferential duty benefits

• Reliable handling of heavy machinery and industrial equipment

• Transparent pricing and professional coordination from start to finish

Typical Ocean Transit Times from Laem Chabang

Transit times vary depending on the shipping line, vessel schedule and final destination port. Below are approximate schedules for the most common routes:

• Australia (Sydney / Melbourne / Brisbane): 14–21 days

• New Zealand (Auckland / Tauranga): 18–25 days

• Other Asia-Pacific destinations: 7–18 days

• Middle East & further destinations: available on request

We always confirm the latest sailing schedules and exact transit times when preparing your freight quote.

What’s Included in Our Machinery Shipping Service

• On-site inspection and detailed condition photos/videos

• Professional container packing, lashing and securing

• Export customs clearance at Laem Chabang

• Full documentation (Bill of Lading, packing list, commercial invoice support)

• Coordination of ocean freight (container, RoRo or flat rack)

• Guidance on TAFTA / AANZFTA documentation for preferential duties

• Regular updates from booking through to vessel departure

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Incoterms for heavy machinery

FOB - Free On Board (Port of Laem Chabang)

CIF - Cost, Insurance & Freight (Recommended)

We deliver equipment from Chiang Mai, execute export paperwork, pay origin terminal handling charges, and stow machinery on your nominated vessel at Port of Laem Chabang.

Complete door-to-port coverage. We handle Chiang Mai yard loading, inland transit to Laem Chabang, Thai export customs clearance, maritime cargo insurance, and ocean bill of lading to your destination port.

EXW - Ex Works (Chiang Mai Storage Yard)

You arrange transport and customs handling directly from our Chiang Mai yard. Ideal for machinery brokers with established freight forwarder contracts in Thailand.

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Tariff Compliance

International tariff regulations

Customs duty frameworks and biosecurity requirements for pre-owned equipment imports across major global trade routes.

Australia & NZ
North America
Europe & Middle East

TAFTA & AANZFTA 0% Customs Duty

USA & Canada Import Rules

EU, UK & UAE Standards

Under TAFTA, pre-owned Thai machinery enters Australia tariff-free with Form E certification. Biosecurity requires strict steam cleaning and soil clearance prior to Laem Chabang loading.

Machinery imported into US ports requires EPA engine compliance documentation and ISF filings prior to vessel departure. Duty rates typically range from 0% to 2.5% based on HS code.

EU, UK, and UAE imports require CE certificates or standard conformity documentation. Standard duty rates apply along with local VAT, with direct bill of lading documentation provided.

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Ready to Ship Your Machinery from Thailand?

Tell us the machine details and destination port. We will prepare a clear freight quote including container or RoRo options, documentation and estimated transit time from Port of Laem Chabang.