NMPA

Nauru Maritime and Port Authority

Tariffs & Services

Tariffs & Services - Nauru Port

Tariffs & Services

Explore Nauru Port’s official tariffs, service offerings, and billing information. Download the full tariff manual or contact our accounts team for assistance.

⚓ Port Services

🛳 Pilotage

Mandatory pilotage for all vessels calling at Nauru Port, ensuring safe navigation and berthing.

⚓ Mooring & Berthing

Berth allocation, mooring assistance, and berth management provided by the Harbour Master’s office.

📦 Cargo Handling

Stevedoring, container handling, breakbulk, phosphate exports, and fuel terminal support.

🏗 Equipment Hire

Forklifts, reach stackers, trucks, and port machinery available for container and cargo operations.

📦 Storage

Secure container yard and warehousing facilities for import/export cargo.

💲 Tariff Schedule (Summary)

Below is a summary of common tariffs. For the complete and official tariff list, please download the PDF.

Service / Equipment Rate (AUD)
Forklift 32T$600.00 per hour
Forklift 16T$550.00 per hour
Forklift 9T$500.00 per hour
Forklift 7T$450.00 per hour
Forklift 2–4T$100.00 per hour
Side Lifter (2 Way)$500.00 per trip
Side Lifter (1 Way)$250.00 per trip
Crane Truck$200.00 per trip (3 hrs max)
+ $60.00 per additional hour
Trailer Truck 20ft (2 Way)$500.00 per trip
Trailer Truck 20ft (1 Way)$250.00 per trip
Trailer Truck 40ft (2 Way)$1,000.00 per trip
Trailer Truck 40ft (1 Way)$500.00 per trip
Tug Boat$12,600.00 per day
Barges (per hour)$600.00
Barges (per trip)$400.00
Pilot Boat$600.00 per hour
Escort Vehicles$100.00 per trip
Air Compressor (Large)$550.00 per day
Air Compressor (Small)$125.00 per hour
Welding Machine$35.00 per hour
Winch$50.00 per hour
Container Shifting (after 1 month storage)$100.00 per container
Labour (Business Hours)$35.00 per hour
Labour (After Hours)$50.00 per hour
Labour (Sundays/Public Hols)$100.00 per hour
Any Other EquipmentPrice on application
3rd Party EquipmentSupplier value + 10% surcharge
Lo/Lo Service (20ft)$50.00 per container
Lo/Lo Service (40ft)$100.00 per container
Lo/Lo Service (BBK)$5.00 per MT or m³
Storage (Day 1–15)Free
Storage (Day 16–18)$50.00 per container/day
Storage (Day 19–25)$85.00 per container/day
Storage (Day 26+)$150.00 per container/day

📥 Downloads

For the complete and official tariff list, download the official Port Tariff Manual below:

⬇ Download NMPA Port Tariff (Effective 01 April 2023)

Need a Tariff Quote?

For billing, accounts, or tariff inquiries, please contact our Accounts & Billing team. We are available Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

✉ Contact Accounts & Billing

Nauru Maritime Port Authority / Nauru Shipping Line

Port/NSL Main Office, Aiwo District, Republic of Nauru

📞 +674 5573396 / 5573391 | ✉️ info@nauruport.com

Office Hours: Mon–Fri 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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