OUR COMPREHENSIVE
FREIGHT SERVICES

We Move Goods, You Move Forward

Navigating the complexities of modern supply chains requires a partner who understands both the nuances of freight forwarding and the intricacies of logistics and international shipping. At RIM, we provide comprehensive solutions tailored to your specific needs. From planning and implementation to warehousing and from inventory to international air and sea freight, we handle every step of the process with precision and care. Our experienced team leverages a global network and proven industry practices to ensure your goods move seamlessly.

Ocean Freight

Full Steam Ahead, From Bali to the World

Our container shipping services offer flexible solutions for your international logistics needs. We handle both Less than Container Load (LCL) and Full Container Load (FCL) shipments, with container sizes available in 20-foot, 40-foot, and 40-foot High Cube (HC). We specialize shipping from Bali to the world, utilizing a land route to Java, Indonesia, as a key transit point for efficient global distribution. Additionally, we provide phytosanitary fumigation to ensure your cargo meets relevant regulations.

We aim to streamline your shipping process, though we do not currently accommodate shipments of fruits or animals. Our focus is on providing reliable and practical container shipping options for a wide variety of other goods, allowing you to effectively connect with the rest of the world.

Air Freight

Sky-high Standards

For time-sensitive shipments demanding global reach, our air freight services deliver swift and reliable solutions to worldwide destinations. We specialize in providing comprehensive door-to-door service, streamlining your logistics by managing the entire process from pickup to final delivery. Our established network and strategic partnerships ensure your cargo moves efficiently, minimizing delays and maximizing convenience.

We understand the importance of speed in today's fast-paced business environment. That's why we offer daily expedition options, ensuring your goods are dispatched promptly and consistently. Our commitment to timely departures and efficient handling allows you to meet critical deadlines and maintain a competitive edge in the global marketplace.

export

Expert Export Support

We offer export consultation to help you manage the intricacies of international shipping. We can provide guidance on regulations, documentation, and best practices to optimize your supply chain. Additionally, we can provide you with advice on fumigation regulation required of destination, as it is crucial to get this correct. This ensures your goods meet the required health and safety standards.

Custom Clearance

Compliance Covered. Customs Simplified

We offer comprehensive consultations on all export regulations, ensuring your shipments comply with the latest requirements. Our team provides meticulous document handling, managing all necessary paperwork related to customs procedures, to minimize delays and ensure smooth transit. Let us navigate the complexities of customs for you.

warehouse

Spacious. Secure. Supervised 24/7

Our secure and spacious warehouse, boasting 1000m² of meticulously maintained space, provides a reliable solution for your storage needs. We prioritize cleanliness and efficiency, ensuring your goods are stored in optimal conditions. Our qualified packing team handles your items with care, and with 24-hour surveillance and robust security measures in place, you can have peace of mind knowing your cargo is safe and protected.

payment gateway

Simplifying Payments, Amplifying Convenience

Purchasing from multiple shops or suppliers in Bali? RIM Cargo simplifies the payment process for customers so that instead of dealing with individual transactions to each supplier, customers make a single payment to RIM. This streamlines the experience, reducing the complexity and potential frustration associated with multiple transfers.

RIM then takes on the responsibility of distributing the payments to the respective shops. This centralized approach not only simplifies the customer's experience but also offers a significant advantage in minimizing banking fees. By consolidating payments, RIM can potentially negotiate better transaction rates or reduce the overall number of transfers, leading to cost savings for both the customer and the suppliers. This model enhances convenience and efficiency, making it a valuable service for both buyers and sellers within your network.

personal cargo assistance

PERSONAL CARGO, PROFESSIONAL PRECISION

Moving personal belongings, from household furniture to vehicles, requires careful planning and reliable logistics. At RIM Cargo, we provide personal cargo assistance, ensuring a seamless transition whether you’re relocating domestically or internationally. Based in Bali, we facilitate secure shipping to destinations worldwide, handling your items with precision and care.

Our team tailors shipping solutions to suit the nature of your cargo, from delicate furnishings to oversized vehicles. We coordinate the most suitable transport methods, ensuring safe handling and timely delivery. With our expertise, you can navigate the moving process with ease, knowing your belongings are in trusted hands.

Reliable Sea Freight & Shipping from Bali to Australia

RIM Cargo specializes in seamless logistics for furniture, handicrafts, pots, statues and personal effects from Bali to all major Australian ports. As an Australian-managed freight forwarder, we simplify the complexities of international shipping, customs clearance, and quarantine compliance.

Global sea freight from Bali, made simple

RIM Cargo ships from Bali to the world with a clear, consistent approach: get the paperwork right, pack properly, and keep you updated. Whether your destination is Australia, the USA, Canada, Europe, or the United Kingdom, we handle shipments with the same no-nonsense standards—built on 27 years of experience and 4,500+ shipments completed. Each market has its own compliance requirements, port processes, and common pitfalls, so we tailor the plan to the country you are shipping to, not a generic template. Below, you will find destination-specific guides that explain what matters most in each region, the key port gateways we use, and how we help your cargo move through customs with fewer delays.

Why ship to Australia with RIM Cargo?

Australia is one of the strictest destinations in the world for quarantine and biosecurity. If timber, rattan, packaging, or paperwork is not handled properly, shipments can be delayed, inspected again, or charged extra fees on arrival. RIM Cargo makes this simple. With 27 years focused on the Bali–Australia corridor and 4,500+ successful shipments, we manage your cargo with professional oversight from Bali through to the Australian port. As an Australian-managed freight forwarder, we know how to prepare shipments to meet DAFF (Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry) and Australian Border Force (ABF) requirements — so your goods move through the process with fewer surprises. Read further at https://www.agriculture.gov.au/

Australia biosecurity quick facts (what’s required)

Area

Typical Requirement

How RIM Cargo handles it

Timber & rattan

Mandatory fumigation (when required)

AQIS/DAFF-aligned treatment arranged in Bali with the right certification

Packaging

ISPM 15 compliant timber packing

Heat-treated, certified export crating and compliant packing methods

Documentation

DAFF / ABF clearance paperwork

Prepared correctly and checked to reduce errors that cause delays

The RIM Cargo advantage for Australia

Proven track record: 4,500+ shipments over 27 years means we know the common issues that trigger delays—and how to prevent them with correct packing, treatment, and paperwork.
Australian-led management: Clear communication, practical guidance, and proper accountability from start to finish.
Regular LCL & FCL services: Flexible options for both LCL (shared container) and FCL (full container) shipments to major Australian ports.
Pay in AUD: Pay in Australian Dollars (AUD) for simpler budgeting and fewer currency conversion headaches.

What we ship most often to Australia

Furniture, homewares, interior décor, commercial goods, project cargo, and mixed personal shipments packed and prepared for export standards.

Why ship to the USA with RIM Cargo?

Shipping to the United States is paperwork-heavy and time sensitive. One missing detail can trigger a customs hold, extra examinations, or delays at the port. RIM Cargo keeps it straightforward. With 4,500+ successful shipments handled over 27 years, we manage sea freight from Bali to key US gateways such as Los Angeles, New York, and Savannah, and coordinate the documentation needed for smooth entry. As an Australian-managed team led by Paul Barker, we focus on clear communication, correct export preparation in Bali, and compliance alignment with US Customs and Border Protection (CBP)—including support for ISF (Importer Security Filing) requirements and compliant wood packaging certification.

The RIM Cargo advantage for the USA

CBP & ISF paperwork support: We help coordinate the essential documentation and shipping details required for US clearance, reducing the risk of administrative holds and rework.
ISPM 15 compliant crating: When timber packaging is used, we provide custom export crating built with heat-treated, certified materials to meet international and US import requirements.
Route planning that makes sense: We select practical port pairings and shipping lanes based on your cargo type, timeline, and destination—so you get a realistic ETA and fewer surprises.
Professional accountability and updates: You get clear shipment status updates from Bali departure through to US port arrival.

Typical shipments to the USA

Furniture and homewares, interior décor, hospitality and retail goods, project cargo, and mixed personal shipments.

Why ship to Canada with RIM Cargo?

Shipping to Canada is a long-haul route, and the details matter—especially when you are sending furniture, wood products, or mixed commercial goods. The goal is simple: correct paperwork, compliant packing, and a clear plan from Bali to the Canadian port. With 4,500+ successful shipments over 27 years, RIM Cargo manages Bali-to-Canada sea freight via major gateways such as Vancouver (and onward options for Montreal and Toronto depending on the shipment plan). Led by Paul Barker, our Australian-managed team coordinates export preparation in Bali and aligns your shipment with Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) requirements (https://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/menu-eng.html) to reduce avoidable delays, examinations, and rework.

The RIM Cargo advantage for Canada

CBSA documentation support: We help prepare and check the key shipping documents needed for Canadian clearance, so your cargo is less likely to hit avoidable administrative holds.
ISPM 15 compliant crating for wood and rattan: When timber packaging is required, we provide custom export crating using heat-treated, certified materials to meet international and Canadian import expectations.
Practical transit planning: We select the most sensible routing based on your destination, cargo type, and timeline—so you get a realistic ETA and a smoother handover at the port.
Clear communication, Western service standards: Straight answers, consistent updates, and professional accountability from the Bali side through to arrival.

Common cargo we ship to Canada

Balinese furniture and homewares, handicrafts and décor, retail and hospitality goods, project cargo, and mixed personal shipments.

Why ship to Europe with RIM Cargo?

Shipping from Bali to Europe is rarely “just a container booking.” Between long transit routes, multiple port handovers, and EU safety and customs requirements (https://taxation-customs.ec.europa.eu/) , small mistakes can turn into delays and extra costs. RIM Cargo keeps the process clean and compliant from the start. With 27 years in international freight and 4,500+ shipments handled, we coordinate LCL and FCL sea freight from Bali to major European gateways such as Rotterdam, Hamburg, Marseille, and Barcelona, then support onward movement to your final destination. Led by Managing Director Paul Barker, our Australian-managed team focuses on accurate documentation, export-ready packing, and clear updates—so your furniture, décor, or project goods arrive with fewer surprises.

The RIM Cargo advantage for Europe

EU customs + safety compliance support (including ICS2): We help ensure the right shipment data is prepared for EU Import Control System 2 (ICS2) requirements, where Entry Summary Declaration (ENS) safety and security data is required for EU-bound cargo.
EORI guidance for import clearance: Where needed, we can guide you on EORI (Economic Operators Registration and Identification), which is mandatory for customs processes in the EU customs territory.
Timber legality paperwork (where applicable): If your shipment includes regulated timber products, we support the documentation flow tied to Indonesia’s verified legality framework (often referenced as V-Legal / FLEGT licensing depending on product and destination).
LCL & FCL options to suit any volume: From a few cubic metres of Bali décor to full hospitality fit-outs, we offer LCL consolidations and FCL containers with practical routing to Europe’s major port hubs.
Export-grade packing and ISPM 15 crating: When timber packaging is used, we provide ISPM 15 compliant, heat-treated certified crating designed for long-haul maritime handling.
Australian-managed reliability: Straight answers, consistent updates, and professional accountability—bridging Bali production realities with European delivery expectations.

Common cargo we ship to Europe

Balinese furniture, boutique décor, retail and hospitality goods, villa and hotel fit-outs, and mixed commercial shipments.

Why ship to the UK with RIM Cargo?

Shipping to the UK post-Brexit is all about getting the details right—paperwork, packing, and accurate shipment data. A small error can lead to customs questions, delays, or extra costs on arrival. RIM Cargo keeps things simple and compliant from the Bali side, with clear communication all the way through. With 4,500+ shipments handled over 27 years, we run a reliable sea-freight link to key UK gateways like London Gateway and Southampton. You send us your item list and destination city, and we’ll guide you through the process in plain English—no drama, no vague promises.

UK shipping options (LCL + FCL)

LCL (Less than Container Load): Best for smaller volumes of furniture, décor, and mixed goods. You pay for the space you use.

FCL (Full Container Load): Best for larger moves, projects, or full fit-outs. Your cargo ships in a dedicated container.

The RIM Cargo advantage for the UK

Regular sea freight consolidation: Consistent LCL and FCL services, so shipping Bali furniture and décor to the UK stays practical and cost-efficient.
UK customs-ready documentation: We help coordinate the paperwork needed for UK import clearance and align shipment details with UK import guidance (duty/VAT, declarations, and required information).
Protective packing + ISPM 15 compliant crating: Professional wrapping and export-grade crating using heat-treated, certified timber where required—built for long-haul handling.
Clear, direct communication: You get proactive updates and straightforward advice from a team that ships out of Bali every day.

Request your Bali to UK shipping quote

Send us via the chat button :

Your item list
Photos (or supplier links)
Your UK destination city and postcode (if available)

And we’ll recommend the best option (LCL or FCL), estimated timeline, and the most sensible packing approach.

Why Choose RIM Cargo for Australia-Bound Shipments?

FEATURE	OUR STANDARD	BENEFIT TO YOU
Management	Australian owned and managed	Clear communication and Australian service standards.
Experience	28 years operating in Bali	Proven, local knowledge of export processes and supplier coordination.
Quarantine	ISPM-15, heat treatment and fumigation expertise	Avoid rejected cargo and heavy AU fines
Payment	AUD invoicing available	Fewer bank fees and no surprise currency conversion costs.

Frequently Asked Questions: Shipping from Bali to Australia

RIM Cargo is Australian owned and managed, based in Bali. That means we can supervise collection, packing, and consolidation locally, while maintaining the communication style and service standards Australian clients expect. We focus on making shipping from Bali to Australia straightforward, compliant, and well managed.
Australia enforces strict biosecurity (quarantine) rules through the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF). We plan shipments with DAFF requirements in mind from day one. This helps reduce the risk of inspections turning into delays, extra treatment, or rejections—especially for timber, rattan, bamboo, and natural materials.
In most common cases, no—you typically do not need a special import licence for items like furniture, statues, pots, and homewares. What matters most is that the shipment meets Australian Customs and DAFF biosecurity requirements, with correct documentation and correct treatment where required. RIM Cargo can guide you through the paperwork and declarations.
Australia’s biosecurity rules aim to prevent pests and contamination.

Wood / timber: Must be clean, free from bark, and free from active insects (e.g., timber borers).

ISPM-15 / treatment: Many timber items and timber packaging require heat treatment or fumigation under recognised standards.

Stone: Must be thoroughly clean and free from soil, moss, or organic residue.

Practical tip: We use certified heat-treated (ISPM-15) timber crating when needed to support smoother DAFF clearance.
Your shipping quote covers freight and logistics, but Australian arrival costs may include:

GST: commonly 10% of the value (rules vary by shipment type).

Import duty: often around 5%, but some goods may be reduced or exempt under IA-CEPA (Indonesia–Australia Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement), depending on classification and documentation.

DAFF quarantine fees: charged for inspection and any required action at the Australian port.

Note: thresholds and charges can change and depend on your goods, declared value, and how the shipment is assessed on arrival.
LCL (Less than Container Load): You share container space and pay for the volume you use. This is ideal for smaller shipments (a few cartons, décor, a sofa, or partial orders).

FCL (Full Container Load): You use a dedicated 20ft or 40ft container. This suits larger projects (full home fit-outs, villa projects, bulk buying) and can be simpler at destination because the container is not unpacked with other customers’ cargo.
Yes. If you are relocating and your items have been owned and used for 12 months or more, you may be eligible for concessions on GST and duty in some cases. We can assist with the process and the B534 Unaccompanied Personal Effects form (where applicable), and advise what documents you’ll likely need.
Sea freight timelines vary by destination and port schedules:

Perth / Darwin: commonly 12–15 days at sea

Sydney / Melbourne / Brisbane / Adelaide: commonly 25–30 days at sea

Important: allow an additional 7–10 days (sometimes more) for Australian Customs and DAFF quarantine clearance after vessel arrival, depending on inspection requirements and port workload.
Yes. RIM Cargo offers AUD invoicing and payment options. Paying in AUD can help reduce bank charges, simplify your accounting, and avoid currency conversion surprises.
This is one of our core services. We can collect from multiple suppliers, workshops, villas, or stores across Bali, then bring everything to our warehouse for:

Checking and organising

Professional packing and labelling

Consolidation into one shipment

One set of export handling and documentation (where applicable)

This keeps your shipment cleaner and easier to manage.
If your shipment includes wood, rattan, bamboo, or other organic materials, it may require fumigation or heat treatment, depending on the goods and packaging.

Yes—when fumigation is performed, you will receive a Fumigation Certificate. We work with providers accredited under recognised standards, including AFAS (Australian Fumigation Accreditation Scheme) where applicable.

Common treatment options used for Bali-to-Australia shipments include:

Methyl Bromide fumigation: widely used and effective for timber pests.

Sulfuryl Fluoride fumigation: a modern alternative that can be preferred for certain cargo because it:

Aerates faster (often shorter waiting time)

Is non-corrosive (useful for metal fittings and some sensitive items)

Penetrates dense timber and detailed carvings well

We’ll recommend the most suitable treatment approach based on your cargo type, materials, and packing method

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