FREIGHT
MADE EASY
Avalon Cargo is Melbourne’s fastest growing freight alternative, built for speed, scale, and simplicity.
Positioned within one of Victoria’s most strategically advantageous logistics precincts, Avalon Airport’s Melbourne Freight Terminal offers a prime location for efficient, multimodal cargo movement.
Located just 15 minutes from the Port of Geelong, 35 mins to the Port of Melbourne and 45 minutes from Tullamarine Airport, we are seamlessly connected to major freight corridors and agricultural hubs, ensuring speed-to-market for exporters and importers alike.
Melbourne Avalon Airport Freight Terminal is an established air freight hub, with years of experience supporting large-scale freight operations. Purpose-built for efficiency, we provide easy access, the capability to handle all aircraft types, and the expertise of a skilled operations team.
The addition of a world-class freight shed and state-of-the-art cold chain facilities means we can now move more cargo than ever before. From perishables and pharmaceuticals to high-value items and oversized freight, Melbourne Avalon Airport Freight Terminal is designed to deliver with precision, reliability, and scale.
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Multi-port
Strategic location
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24/7
No-curfew operations
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Cold chain
2°C to 25°C storage
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All types
Cargo handled
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First port
Of entry rights
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100,000t
Annual capacity
STRATEGIC LOCATION BENEFITS
We are seamlessly connected to major freight corridors and agricultural hubs, ensuring speed-to-market for exporters and importers alike.
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15 minutes
Port of Geelong
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35 minutes
Port of Melbourne
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45 minutes
Tullamarine
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16 minutes
Spirit of Tasmania Terminal
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Import and Export Handling
End-to-end freight handling for inbound and outbound cargo.
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ULD Build-Up and Breakdown
Dedicated ULD handling for time-critical freight.
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Dedicated, Controlled E-Commerce Gateway
A controlled gateway for high-volume e-commerce freight.
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Freighter Aircraft Loading
Main deck loading for freighter services, with ULDs handled direct to the aircraft.
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Temperature Controlled Storage
Refrigerated storage for perishables, pharmaceuticals and other temperature sensitive freight.
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Bonded and Secure Warehousing
Bonded warehousing under 24/7 monitoring for freight awaiting clearance.
NOTABLE OPERATIONS
Whatever your requirements, Avalon Airport freight can handle it.
THE DETAIL
Our Melbourne Freight Facility Specifications.
Freight Facility & Capacity
- Freight facility
8,500m² international cargo processing area
- Annual capacity
100,000 tonnes (current throughput 10,000)
- Cold chain storage
762m² across four rooms, 2°C to 25°C
- Specialist freight
Dangerous goods, oversized, livestock, pharmaceuticals, perishables, high-value
- Licences
CTO, ABF 77G depot, DAFF export & import approved
- Curfew
None — 24/7 service handling availability
Warehouse & Location
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Ground Equipment
Fees exclude GST and are charged per hour or per day, or any part thereof. Prices exclude fuel and operational labour. Equipment marked * must only be used in conjunction with an Avalon Airport operator. A minimum of A$250.00 penalty applies for non-returned equipment.
- 400hz Mobile Diesel Generator, 90 KVA - GPU
A$332.75 per hour
- 400hz Mobile Diesel Generator, 180 KVA - GPU
A$423.50 per hour
- Airstart / Jetstarter Unit
A$363.25 per hour
- Airstart Unit 300 PPM Unit
A$423.50 per hour
- Aircraft Towing Bars - Various Aircraft
A$96.80 per hour
- Tow Motor Bliss Fox B747 Capacity
A$588.06 per hour
- Challenger Tug
A$368.56 per hour
- Douglas Tugs
A$239.58 per hour
- Small Tugs
A$111.32 per hour
- Cargo Dollies 7,000kg capacity
A$48.40 per hour
- 12 Ton Forklift *
A$221.43 per hour
- 2.5 Ton Forklift *
A$111.32 per hour
- Belt Loader *
A$133.10 per hour
- Main Deck Loader *
A$588.06 per hour
- Lower Deck Loader *
A$441.65 per hour
- Mobile Light Tower
A$302.50 per day
Security & Other Facilities
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Terminal Handling Fees and Charges
Fees exclude GST. A 15% loading applies Mon–Fri 17:30–07:00 LT. A 20% loading applies on weekends, public holidays and with less than 48 hours notice. Air traffic control and aviation rescue fire fighting charges are set by Airservices Australia, and bookings are made with them by the airline directly.
- Flight operations (managed by Avalon Airport)
A$1,500 per turnaround
- Flight operations (managed by freight forwarder)
A$750 per turnaround, administrative
- Ramp ferry, arrival
A$1,500
- Ramp ferry, departure
A$2,000
- Ramp unload
A$3,800
- Ramp load
A$4,700
- Tow (extra)
A$350
- Standby
A$310 per hour beyond the first two hours
- Late inbound, 61–120 minutes
10% of ramp handling charge
- Late inbound, 121–240 minutes
20% of ramp handling charge
- Late inbound, 241 minutes and above
30% of ramp handling charge
- Cancelled, written notice more than 12 hours prior
No charges apply
- Cancelled, written notice less than 12 hours prior
50% of applicable ramp handling charge
- Cancelled, no written notice received
70% of applicable ramp handling charge
Partner with Us.
Whether you’re a freight forwarder, operator, or part of a global supply chain, Avalon Airport Melbourne Freight Terminal is ready to support your logistics strategy with modern facilities, fast turnaround times and a highly experienced team.
David Reilly
Commercial Manager — Freight
+61 406 074 814david.reilly@avalonairport.com.au
freight@avalonairport.com.au
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