So... what does 'container devanning' really mean?

Devanning is the process or action of removing various cargo from a sealed container, also known as unloading the container. According to Transport.govt.nz, New Zealand is responsible for importing just shy of 200,000 TEU in 2022 across the country. Most of which will be devanned, ready for domestic consumption.

The devanning process can include unloading palletised or slip sheeted product, or hand unloading the product. Here at MoreStaff, we can do all 3.

Majority of the time the hand unloaded product is placed onto pallets, wrapped and then put into the warehouse storage, or if the client is operating a JIT inventory system, then it often goes out the same day.

When people hear about devanning, they often don't understand the biosecurity risk associated with importing various product into New Zealand. That is why when unloading any container across New Zealand there must be an MPI AP (accredited personal) present to inspect the container, act if there is a biosecurity risk, and correctly log the container log sheet for MPI records. The site must also have a current TFO (Transitional Facility Operator) who is responsible for the overall MPI requirements of their TF (Transitional facility). More on MPI requirements in our next blog post!

If you want to chat devanning - give us a call.