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Empty dehires to Link

The following is an announcement from the Ports of Auckland (POAL).

We wish to advise that POAL on-dock empty depot (Link) has reached its maximum capacity. Therefore from 1000 hours today we will no longer be able to accept any empty import returns. Please contact your local agent for alternative dehire instructions.

Empty export receivals will still be accepted into the Terminal (confirmed VBS booking is required) but only for the following vessels:

  • NYK FUTAGO 073N
  • MATE 053S

We request that carriers refrain from delivering empty exports for other vessels.

We will review how export receival progressing later this afternoon and advise if any changes. Link receivals will be reviewed Monday 18 January.

If you have VBS questions, please contact the Transport Co-ordinators. For any other queries please contact Customer Service.

For more information please contact:
POAL Customer Service
P: +64 9 348 5100 Ext.1
Email us here

For VBS queries, please contact:
Drivers Assist
P: +64 9 348 5100 Ext.2
Email: driversassist@poal.co.nz

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