Efficient Customs Clearing for Full Container Loads (FCLs)

When Full Container Loads (FCLs) arrive at the Port of Townsville Limited terminal, the stevedore allows only three [3] free calendar days on-site before storage fees begin to accumulate. Townsville Port Customs Brokers™ gives priority to pre-clearing your cargo, often days or weeks ahead of its arrival, helping you avoid costly storage fees and unnecessary delays.

If your FCL has already arrived in Townsville without prior customs clearance, our team works tirelessly to expedite the process. We coordinate with the Australian Border Force (ABF) and the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Forestry (DAFF) to clear your shipment quickly and efficiently, ensuring minimal disruption to your operations.

Minimising Container Rent Costs for Importers

Shipping companies generally offer a seven [7] calendar-day period starting from the vessel’s arrival in Townsville, where no rent charges, also known as detention fees, are applied to containers. At Townsville Port Customs Brokers™, our objective is to pre-clear your cargo well before it arrives. This proactive approach helps prevent charges from accumulating, keeping your logistics costs manageable.

If pre-clearance isn’t possible, we will promptly clear your FCL through ABF and DAFF. Time is of the essence, as both storage and container rent clocks start ticking the moment your cargo lands.