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🇦🇺 Export to Australia

Japanese Heavy Machinery
Export to Australia

Australia's booming mining and construction sectors create strong demand for reliable Japanese heavy machinery. From iron ore mines in Western Australia to urban construction in Sydney and Melbourne — Japanese Komatsu, Hitachi, and Kobelco equipment is trusted across the continent. Ark Trading exports directly from Nagoya to Australian ports with full compliance support.

🚢 10-16 days

Transit from Nagoya

📍 Sydney / Melbourne / Fremantle

Port of Entry

✅ RoRo & Container

Shipping Methods

Shipping Information

Direct service from Nagoya to Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Fremantle (Perth). Transit: 10-16 days. Australia receives frequent sailings from Japan making it one of the fastest export routes.

Import Regulations & Duties

  • Australia requires all used machinery to pass DAFF biosecurity inspection on arrival. Machines that do not meet biosecurity standards are subject to on-arrival cleaning at the importer's cost — which can be expensive and cause significant delays. We arrange professional pre-export biosecurity cleaning in Japan and provide a Biosecurity Declaration to help your machine pass DAFF inspection on first presentation.
  • Used construction machinery imported into Australia is generally exempt from import duty under Australia's low tariff regime. However, GST of 10% applies on the taxable importation value (CIF plus any duty). We recommend confirming the applicable GST treatment with your Australian customs broker before purchase.

Popular Equipment for Australia

FAQ — Exporting to Australia

How long does shipping take from Japan to Australia?
Transit time from Japan to Melbourne or Brisbane is typically 10-14 days. Fremantle (Perth) takes 12-16 days. Darwin is approximately 7-10 days. We ship RORO from Japanese ports with direct Australia services available on most routes.
What biosecurity requirements apply to machinery imported into Australia?
Australian DAFF (Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry) requires all used machinery to be cleaned to specified biosecurity standards before arrival. This includes removal of all soil, plant material, and organic matter. We arrange professional biosecurity cleaning at our Japan yard and provide the required declaration documents for Australian Border Force clearance.
Is CIF pricing available to Australian ports?
Yes. We offer CIF pricing to Melbourne, Brisbane, Fremantle (Perth), Darwin, and Adelaide. CIF pricing includes shipping and marine insurance from Japan to your nominated Australian port. Contact us for a CIF quote for your required machine.
What machinery is most popular for Australian mining and civil construction?
Caterpillar 336 and Komatsu PC400 excavators are most in-demand for Australian mining and civil projects. Komatsu D85 and CAT D8 bulldozers are popular for earthworks and land clearing. Komatsu WA470 and Volvo L150 wheel loaders are widely used in quarry and bulk material handling operations across Australia.

Get a Quote for Australia

We'll provide a complete CIF quote including Sydney / Melbourne / Fremantle delivery. Contact us today.

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