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Rail service bookings

For all rail bookings and subsequent amendments ex Port Chalmers, you must email Port Otago and Kiwirail by 15:00 hours (3pm) the business day before rail ex Port Chalmers is required.

For bookings ex Port Chalmers required on-site Monday, you must email Port Otago and Kiwirail by 15:00 hours (3pm) on the Thursday prior.

Prenoting

Prenotification (prenoting) is a requirement for all containers coming to Port Otago.
Options for electronic prenoting include:

  • JMT RIA web system
  • JMT Thin Client
  • JMT Full Client, and
  • Electronic Data Interchange (EDI).

To help you identify your best prenoting option – or for any other information relating to rail services, phone +64 3 472 9876  or email Port Otago Customer Services.