Safe, Reliable Container Transport from Port to Premises
When you need to get transporting containers including 20ft, 40ft, high-cube or specialised containers moved throughout Australia or from port to site, Ozcoast Logistics has the expertise, mobility, service and careful handling – start to finish.
Whether you are importing, exporting, repositioning containers, shifting them inland or from port to site, we provide security and logistical efficiency throughout with our container transport solutions.
Why Choose Ozcoast for Container Transport?
National Reach
Container delivery and freight forwarding throughout all states and territories.
Port Expertise
Handling of containers including pick-up/return from port, customs gate movement and delivery coordination.
Equipment for the Job
Tilt trays, side loader vehicles, truck cranes, flatbeds with spreader bar.
Transparent Pricing
Break-up of handling, transport, ancillary costs – no hidden fees.
Project/Site Coordination
Scheduling, unloading, site constraints – fully coordinated.
Our Container Transport Services
Port to Site Transport
We pick up your Whole of Container (WH) at port or depot and deliver direct to your warehouse or site. Full supervision of port, e gate clearance, transport and delivery.
Site-to-Site Transport Services
Do you need containers moved between depots, yards, warehouses, or facilities—anywhere in Australia? We provide reliable site-to-site container transport for 20ft, 40ft, high-cube, and specialised containers.
Container Return / Empty Container Removal
We manage the return of empties to depots or shipping lines — hassle free.
Specialised Containers
Oversized / Open-top / Flat Rack Containers. For containers of non-standard gauge or oversized, limited height or excessive weight, we provide equipment for specialised container site transport options.
What Affects the Cost of Container Transport?
Your container transport cost depends on many important factors:
- Pickup and drop-off locations (port, depot, remote site)
- Distance & route complexity
- Container size, type, and weight
- Equipment required (crane, side loader, tilt tray)
- Permits or oversize approvals
- Site constraints (access, clearance, ground conditions)
- Container condition / extra handling
- Insurance/declared value
We provide itemised quotes, so you see exactly what each component costs.
Industries We Serve
- Importers & exporters moving containers from shipping port to warehouse
- Job sites using containers as site storage requirements or modules
- Mining & resource logistics movements of containers to sites remote
- Shipping lines & depots involved requiring repositioning or removal
- Retail, manufacturing & cold storage networks logistics
What Customers Love About Our Container Transport
One Partner
One partner for port, transport & site delivery
Fewer Delays
Fewer delays & handovers — worked chain
Accurate Scheduling
Accurate scheduling & real time updates
Professional Crew
Pro crew, certified equipment, insured transit
Full Disclosure
Full disclosure — no hidden port, handling or demurrage charges
How Container Transport Works (Step–by–Step)
Quote Requested
Container size, origin, destination, access restrictions
Site Survey/Job Documentation
Confirm permits, height clearance, access to site
Pick-up & Loading
Loaded or empty container pick-up from yard
Transport Legs
Road or intermodal transport
Delivery & Placement
Crane, side loader or tilt-up operations
POD & Final Completion
Proof of delivery & final billing
Frequently Asked Questions
Generally, 20 ft., 40 ft, 45 ft, high cube, open top or flat rack units. Typically, the standard ISO containers.
Yes, we service the major Australian ports (Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Fremantle, Adelaide, Darwin, etc.) and regional areas as required.
We use tilt trays for 20 ft, and side loader trucks for the longer units and crane trucks where necessary.
Yes, oversized or overweight containers may require state or local road permits. We will arrange this while proceeding with quoting.
The costs consist of and vary according to the distance to be transported by road, handling, permits, port access, size and type of unit necessary for transport. The insurance and/or surcharges are in addition to these costs.
Yes, if containers stay in port past free time or aren't returned as scheduled. These fees depend on the shipping line and port rules.
Ready to Transport Your Container?
Choose a transport operator who knows containers, ports and project constraints. At Ozcoast Logistics, we offer complete container transport solutions from the port gate to the site anywhere in Australia.
