2 Tonga Logistics Infrastructure

Since the first NIIP (National Infrastructure Investment Plan) was prepared in 2010, an estimated T$300 million invested in economic infrastructure projects (note that all costs are in Tongan pa’anga, T$). This includes around:

T$100 million in road rehabilitation and upgrade projects;
T$60 million in electricity generation and distribution upgrades;
T$30 million in telecommunications upgrades.

In addition, there is a further range of investment projects already underway or committed The complete list of future investment projects identified by the 2013 NIIP includes 74 projects spread across the economic infrastructure sectors, totalling around T$560 million of investment over the next five years; and an additional T$130 million in years five to 10.

Air and seaports other than Nukualofa can be quickly overwhelmed by surge and further choke points likely at the points of embarkation and debarkation for inter-island air and sea. Military assets are usually best equipped and organised to ease this, certainly for heavy lifting as there are no cranes or reliable Material Handling Equipment (MHE) at ports other than Nukualofa.

Some of the Islands are 12 hours by ship from the capital. Air options are expensive. Responses to outer islands will probably require interim staging areas where cargo will have to be broken down into smaller packets that can be transported by small boats etc.

During the wet / cyclonic seasons, days of torrential rain may flood properties and roads, cut power and water supplies, closing accesses to villages or even small towns. Authorities may issue safety warnings to limit access to roads networks only to 4-wheels drives. And during torrential rain events, there is risk of flash floods throughout low-lying areas of the hilly islands, making movement hazardous. Coastal areas and roads are increasingly dangerous during the cyclonic season (Nov – Apr).

2.1 Tonga Port Assessment

Tonga Port Assessment

There are three main ports in Tonga: Neiafu, Nuku’alofa and Pangai. Nuku’alofa is the central hub for transport in Tonga and international import and export cargo shipping. It is also the entry point for international cruise ships. Nuku’alofa Port complies with relevant international and IMO operating requirements.

The existing ports have sufficient capacity for foreseeable needs. Whilst the port system meets these basic needs for coverage, capacity and compliance, the standard of infrastructure has suffered from a lack of investment in core infrastructure and facilities, and insufficient emphasis on maintenance of outer-island ports and channels.

However these issues are being addressed as part of the GoT’s National Infrastructure and Investment Plan (NIIP).

2.1.1 Tonga Port of Nuku'alofa

Port Overview
Port Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Port Performance
Discharge Rates and Terminal Handling Charges
Berthing Specifications
General Cargo Handling Berths
Port Handling Equipment
Container Facilities
Customs Guidance
Terminal Information
Port Security

Port Overview

One international container and general cargo terminal at Nuku’alofa and some domestic wharves serving inter-island ferries. The main port at Nuku’alofa was corporatized in 1999, as a statutory authority. Facilities for international shipping are in generally good condition.

Nuku’alofa harbour is the only deep-water harbour of the islands; it is the central hub for boats to the outer islands. There are usually two boats to ʻEua each day, and two to Haʻapai and Vavaʻu each week. In addition to these regular services by shipping companies, private boat owners provide less regular services to smaller islands such as Nomuka and ʻEueiki.

Nuku’alofa port is a fairly deep harbor basin of approximately 3 by 10 kilometers surrounded by fringing reefs. There are two main channels into the alongside berth, one from the north available to all vessels and the other from the east for vessels of less than 110 m LOA. The Marine and Ports Department provide and maintain good solar powered navigation aids. There are two alongside berths and a mooring dolphin for discharge of oil and LPG cargoes. Nuku’alofa, as the major port of Tonga, supports container, ro-ro, general cargo and tanker traffic.

Approximately 200 vessels per annum use the port ranging in size from 4,000 to 50,000 GRT for passenger ships and from 1,500 to 14,000 GRT for merchant ships.

Stevedoring and transport services operate efficiently.

Tonga Port Authority Website

Key port information may also be found at:

Maritime Database

Port Location and Contacts
Country	Tonga
Province or District	Tongatapu
Town or City (Closest location) with Distance (km)	Name : Nuku'alofa 2 Km
Port's Complete Name	Port of Nuku’alofa
Latitude	-21.135
Longitude	-175.1889
Managing Company or Port Authority (If more than one operator, break down by area of operation)	Tonga Port Authority
Management Contact Person	Hakaumotu Fakapelea
Closest Airport and Frequent Airlines to / from International Destinations	Airport Name: Fuaʻamotu International Airport Airlines: Fiji, Air NZ, Virgin

Port Picture

1. Queen Salote Domestic Berth #4 2. Queen Salote Domestic Berth #3

3. Queen Salote International Berth #2 4. Queen Salote International Berth #1

5 Touliki Navy Base, breakwater wall. 6. Tug Berth

Description and Contacts of Key Companies

Port Authority Tonga (PAL) manages the port operation. There are 3 companies PF, Nuku’alofa Stevedoring and KVL providing stevedoring services. Key clearing and shipping companies are Dateline Transam, Royco Shipping and Kagent Ltd. Transportation ex-port is by owner operator truckers of which there are over 20.

For information on Tonga Port of Nuku’alofa contact details, please see the following links:

4.4 Tonga Port and Waterways Company Contact List

4.1 Tonga Government Contact List

Port Performance

Port is run efficiently with quick turnaround times There is generally no waiting time, pilot is on call except Sundays (until midnight).

Limitations are draft in the Main Channel (10 - 15m draft) and width for the Narrow Channel, it has a draft of 27m but width dictates maximum ship length of 320m.

There is priority for humanitarian shipping using domestic berths and in emergency it can use the international berth as priority.

	Occurs	Time frame
Seasonal Constraints
Rainy Season	No	n/a
Major Import Constraints	No	n/a

Handling Figures 2014
Vessel Calls	161
Container Traffic (TEUs)	14,751

Handling Figures Bulk and Break Bulk 2014
Bulk and Break Bulk (MT)	250,664

Discharge Rates and Terminal Handling Charges

For information on port rates and charges, please see the following link:

http://www.portsauthoritytonga.com/phocadownload/ports%20authority-tariff%20fees%20dec2013.pdf

Berthing Specifications

Type of Berth	Quantity	Length (m)	Maximum Draft (m)
Conventional Berth	1	320	15
Container Berth	2	93 (Q1) 110 Q2)	12 11
Silo Berth	n/a	n/a	n/a
Berthing Tugs	2	45	8
Water Barges	n/a	n/a	n/a
Cruise ships	1	320	15

General Cargo Handling Berths

Cargo Type	Berth Identification
Imports - Bagged Cargo	Queen Salote 1 & 2
Exports - Bagged Cargo	Queen Salote 1 & 2
Imports and Exports – RoRo	Queen Salote 1 & 2
Other Imports	Queen Salote 1 & 2

Port Handling Equipment

Port of Tonga Ltd operates Port equipment.

Stevedoring companies are responsible for moving cargo ship to dockside only.

Equipment	Available (Yes / No)	Total Quantity and Capacity Available	Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage
Dockside Crane	No	n/a	n/a
Container Gantries	No	n/a	n/a
Mobile Cranes	No	n/a	n/a
Reachstacker	3	45T	Good condition; new. They can stack containers full to 2 high, empty to 6 high.
RoRo Tugmaster (w/ Trailer)	No	n/a	n/a
Grain Elevator w/ Bagging Machines	No	n/a	n/a
Transtrainer	n/a	n/a	n/a
Forklifts	Yes	18 x ranging 3T – 26T	Good condition

Container Facilities

Facilities	20 ft.	40 ft.
Container Facilities Available	Storage for up to 700 containers	Yes Storage for up to 700 containers
Container Freight Station (CFS)	No	No
Refrigerated Container Stations	Plugs for 63 containers
Other Capacity Details	Limited to stack 3 high in windy conditions 100m x 200m area for stacking
Daily Take Off Capacity (Containers per day)	12 – 14 per hour
Number of Reefer Stations (connection points)	Plugs for 63 containers
Emergency Take-off Capacity (Give an indication)	12 – 14 per hour
Off take capacity of gang shift (in Containers per shift)	12 – 14 per hour

Customs Guidance

Customs are generally very efficient, normal processing time is around one hour. Customs officials are available 24 hours (except Sundays) located adjacent to the port.

For humanitarian goods, if notified well in advance, most of clearance paperwork can be completed prior to cargo / ship’s arrival.

For information on Tonga Port of Nuku’alofa customs details, please see the following link:

1.3 Tonga Customs Information

Terminal Information

Multipurpose Terminal

Queen Salote Berths 1 & 2 are multi purpose and can handle RoRo berthing vessels up to 110 m with 11m drafts.

Grain and Bulk Handling

Port is not equipped to handle bulk grain. There are no companies available for bagging and no silo storage facilities.

Main Storage Terminal

There is one covered warehouse of approximately 3,500m². There is generally space for short-term food storage. It is generally full to capacity mid to late December but otherwise available.

Storage Type	Number of Storage Facilities	Area (m²)
Bagged Cargo	1	150
General Cargo	1	150
Refrigerated Cargo	None	0

Stevedoring

The private stevedoring companies are responsible for getting the goods off the ship on the quay and vice versa. Tonga Port Authority are responsible for getting containers, and general cargo to the storage area or onto transporters.

There are 3 private companies who provide stevedore services. They can provide up to 23 men per shift as required. There have been no issues with availability or performance and they work in well with the TPA.

Port master will coordinate stevedoring services as required. They will operate at all times as necessary, except Sundays.

Hinterland Information

Private trucking operators move items from the port. They are owner operated and the Port Master coordinates this service. There are over 20 trucks capable of shifting containerised cargo (side lifters) in addition to a wide variety of other freight vehicles. There is sufficient capacity for current and possible surge requirements.

Port Security

Tonga Port Authority employs and manages port security. Security personnel are on site 24/7. Critical areas are security fenced.

There are no current security issues.

Security
ISPS Compliant (Yes / No)	yes
Current ISPS Level	1	Level 1 = Normal, Level 2 = Heightened, Level 3 = Exceptional
Police Boats	1
Fire Engines	Nuku’alofa Fire Service

2.1.2 Tonga Port of Neiafu

Port Overview
Port Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Port Performance
Berthing Specifications
General Cargo Handling Berths
Port Handling Equipment
Container Facilities
Customs Guidance
Terminal Information
Port Security

Port Overview

Neiafu is the second-largest town in Tonga with a population of about 6,000. The port of Refuge is a deep-water harbour on the southern coast of Vava'u, the main island of the Vava'u archipelago in northern Tonga. Neiafu is the administrative centre of the Vava'u group and has government offices, banks, schools, a police station and a hospital. It is also an important centre for tourism with many yachts anchoring in the Port of Refuge. Port of Neiafu (Vava’u) belongs to Ministry of Marine and Ports and it is Harbor. Port of Neiafu (Vava’u)'s size is small.

Port website

Key port information can also be found at: Maritime Database Website information on Tonga

Port Location and Contacts
Country	Tonga
Province or District	Vava'u
Town or City (Closest location) with Distance (km)	Name : Neiafu Adjacent to port
Port's Complete Name	Port of Neiafu
Latitude	-18.65583
Longitude	-173.9844
Managing Company or Port Authority (If more than one operator, break down by area of operation)	Tonga Port Authority
Management Contact Person	Sioeli Fifita
Closest Airport and Frequent Airlines to / from International Destinations	Airport Name: Lupepauʻu Airport (10 km) Airlines: Fiji

Port Picture

Description and Contacts of Key Companies

Tonga Port Authority is responsible for managing the port facility and coordination with customs. There is only one stevedoring company and limited off loading and transport capacity.

For information on Tonga Port of Neiafu contact details, please see the following links:

4.2.4 Tonga Port and Waterways Company Contact List

4.2.1 Tonga Government Contact List

Port Performance

Seasonal Constraints	Yes / No	Time frame
Rainy Season	No	n/a
Major Import Campaigns	No	n/a
Other	n/a	Small port with no handling facilities

Handling Figures 2015
Vessel Calls	n/a
Container Traffic (TEUs)	Nil international

Handling Figures Bulk and Break Bulk 2015
Bulk and Break Bulk (MT)	Nil
Break bulk (MT)	Nil

Berthing Specifications

Type of Berth	Quantity	Length (m)	Maximum Draft (m)	Comments
Conventional Berth	-	-	-	Pier depth 7.1 m – 9.1 m
Container Berth	1	65 m	6.6	This is the only international berth in the port of Neiafu Pier depth 7.1 m – 9.1 m
Silo Berth	-	-	-	-
Berthing Tugs	-	-	-	-
Water Barges	-	-	-	-

The maximum draft for the channel is 6.6m but recommended times for vehicles with draft over 6m is 1 hour before of after high tide. Pilot is compulsory and must be boarded outside of the harbour limit, which is an imaginary line crossing from Lotuma Island to Teleki (part of Tu’anuku village).

For vessel with captains that have not been to Vava’u, it is recommended that pilot board at Faihava passage between Tu’ungasika and Luafatu Island if weather permitted.

Average time from pilot boarding to berthing is 1 hour.

Additional information sources:

Ports.com

World Port Source

General Cargo Handling Berths

Cargo Type	Berth Identification
Imports - Bagged Cargo	No
Exports - Bagged Cargo	No
Imports and Exports – RoRo	No
Other Imports	No

Port Handling Equipment

Equipment	Available (Yes / No)	Total Quantity and Capacity Available	Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage
Dockside Crane	No	n/a	n/a
Container Gantries	No	n/a	n/a
Mobile Cranes	No	n/a	n/a
Reachstacker	No	n/a	n/a
RoRo Tugmaster (w/ Trailer)	No	n/a	n/a
Grain Elevator w/ Bagging Machines	No	n/a	n/a
Transtrainer	n/a	n/a	n/a
Forklifts	Yes	1	3 - 5 mt

Container Facilities

Facilities	20 ft.	40 ft.
Container Facilities Available	Yes	Yes
Container Freight Station (CFS)	No	No
Refrigerated Container Stations	Yes	Yes
Other Capacity Details	n/a	n/a
Daily Take Off Capacity (Containers per day)	n/a	n/a
Number of Reefer Stations (connection points)	1	1
Emergency Take-off Capacity (Give an indication)	n/a	n/a
Off take capacity of gang shift (in Containers per shift)	n/a	n/a

Customs Guidance

Customs are on hand for all arrivals as notified prior by TPA. They are generally efficient and effective in executing their duties. For information on Tonga Port of Nuku’alofa customs details, please see the following link:

1.3 Tonga Customs Information

Terminal Information

Multipurpose Terminal

There are no multipurpose terminal facilities.

Grain and Bulk Handling

There are no grain and bulk handling facilities.

Main Storage Terminal

There are no storage facilities Customs may be able to provide minimal short term storage in their shed. (100 m²⁾).

Storage Type	Number of Storage Facilities	Area (m²)
Refrigerated Cargo	Nil	Nil
General Cargo	Nil	Nil
Bagged Cargo	Nil	Nil

Stevedoring

One company (Gutenbeil) supplies stevedoring facilities as required. On board to dockside using ship’s crane and forklift.

Hinterland Information

There is one operator available by arrangement with PAL of stevedoring company. There is one flat bed (15 MT) and one flatbed with container side-lifter.

Port Security

Port is fenced with 24/7 gatehouse security. No history of security issues.

Security
ISPS Compliant (Yes / No)	Yes
Current ISPS Level	1	Level 1 = Normal, Level 2 = Heightened, Level 3 = Exceptional
Police Boats	1
Fire Engines	No

2.1.3 Tonga Port of Pangai

Port Overview
Port Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Port Performance
Berthing Specifications
General Cargo Handling Berths
Port Handling Equipment
Container Facilities
Customs Guidance
Terminal Information
Port Security

Port Overview

Pangai is the administrative capital village of the Ha’apai Group in Tonga. The village is on the western shore of Lifuka and has about 2,000 inhabitants.

Port of Pangai belongs to Ministry of Marine and Ports and it is Harbor. The port of Pangai is very small.

Key port information can also be found at:

Port website

Maritime Database Website information on Tonga

Port Location and Contacts
Country	Tonga
Province or District	Lifuka
Town or City (Closest location) with Distance (km)	Name : Pangai km: adjacent
Port's Complete Name	Port of Pangai
Latitude	-19.80472
Longitude	-174.3517
Managing Company or Port Authority (If more than one operator, break down by area of operation)	Tonga Port Authority
Management Contact Person	Sioli Fifita
Closest Airport and Frequent Airlines to / from International Destinations	Airport Name: Lifuka Airport (5 km) Airlines: Fiji

Port Picture

Description and Contacts of Key Companies

The port is managed by Tonga Port Authority. There are no other key companies operating (no facilities).

For information on Tonga Port of Pangai contact details, please see the following links:

4.2.4 Tonga Port and Waterways Company Contact List

4.2.1 Tonga Government Contact List

Port Performance

The Port is only used by inter-island ferries and smaller inter-island shipping vessels. The wharf’s draft is the limiting factor with a maximum draft of 1.5m. There are no handling facilities.

	Occurs	Time frame
Seasonal Constraints
Rainy Season	No	n/a
Major Import Constraints	No	n/a
Other Comments	Small port with no handling facilities

Handling Figures 2015
Vessel Calls	Inter-island ferry and small coastal boats only
Container Traffic (TEUs)	Nil

Handling Figures Bulk and Break Bulk for 2015
Bulk and Break Bulk (MT)	Nil

Berthing Specifications

Type of Berth	Quantity	Length (m)	Maximum Draft (m)	Comments
Conventional Berth	1	165	1.5	Pier depth 1.8 m – 3 m
Container Berth	-	-	-	-
Silo Berth	-	-	-	-
Berthing Tugs	-	-	-	-
Water Barges	-	-	-	-

Additional information sources:

Ports.com

World Port Source

General Cargo Handling Berths

Cargo Type	Berth Identification
Imports - Bagged Cargo	1
Exports - Bagged Cargo	1
Imports and Exports – RoRo	None
Other Imports	None

Port Handling Equipment

There is no handling equipment.

Equipment	Available (Yes / No)	Total Quantity and Capacity Available	Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage
Dockside Crane	No	n/a	n/a
Container Gantries	No	n/a	n/a
Mobile Cranes	No	n/a	n/a
Reachstacker	No	n/a	n/a
RoRo Tugmaster (w/ Trailer)	No	n/a	n/a
Grain Elevator w/ Bagging Machines	No	n/a	n/a
Transtrainer	No	n/a	n/a
Forklifts	No	n/a	n/a

Container Facilities

No Container facilities or other facilities.

Facilities	20 ft.	40 ft.
Container Facilities Available	No	No
Container Freight Station (CFS)	No	No
Refrigerated Container Stations	No	No
Other Capacity Details	No	No
Daily Take Off Capacity (Containers per day)	No	No
Number of Reefer Stations (connection points)	No	No
Emergency Take-off Capacity (Give an indication)	No	No
Off take capacity of gang shift (in Containers per shift)	No	No

Customs Guidance

No customs service available.

For information on Tonga Port of Nuku’alofa customs details, please see the following link:

1.3 Tonga Customs Information

Terminal Information

Multipurpose Terminal

There are no multipurpose terminal facilities.

Grain and Bulk Handling

There are no grain and bulk handling facilities.

Main Storage Terminal

There is no storage facilities.

Storage Type	Number of Storage Facilities	Area (m²)
Refrigerated Cargo	Nil	Nil
General Cargo	Nil	Nil
Bagged Cargo	Nil	Nil

Stevedoring

No stevedoring services available. Individual locals may be employed on a daily basis to assist with unloading as required.

Hinterland Information

Tractor-trailer or local’s vehicles must do transportation from port.

Port Security

No fence, no security.

Security
ISPS Compliant (Yes / No)	No
Current ISPS Level	n/a	Level 1 = Normal, Level 2 = Heightened, Level 3 = Exceptional
Police Boats	No
Fire Engines	No

2.2 Tonga Aviation

Tonga Aviation

Tonga Airports

There are six airports in Tonga, one airport on each of the main islands. Of these, one has paved runways, the Fuaʻamotu International Airport on Tongatapu. Of the remaining airports, one has runways exceeding length 1,524m, two have runways longer than 914m, with the remaining two having runways shorter than 914m. Tonga is serviced internationally by Fiji Airlines, Air New Zealand, Virgin Australia, and internally by Real Tonga Airlines.

The Tonga airports sector was corporatized in July 2007. All airports are now managed and operated by TAL (Tonga Airports Limited), a public company under the Companies Act and Public Enterprises Act. Fua’amotu airport at Nuku’alofa is the major international gateway with regular services to Australia, New Zealand and United States (via Samoa). Vava’u airport is also a certified international airport.

Niuatoputapu (aka Kuini Lavenia Airport, aka Mata’aho Airport) may be used as a port of entry by prior special arrangement with the Chief Executive Officer, provided notice is given not less than 48 hours in advance of the intended arrival time.

The completion of large-scale upgrades to Tonga’s international airports, Fua’amotu (Tongatapu) and Lupepau’u (Vava’u) supports increased aircraft operations to Tonga. An apron expansion of approximately 2,150 square metres involved the construction of a new base and asphaltic surface. The expansion enables larger (Code E) aircraft, like Air New Zealand’s B777 and B787, to park on the apron whilst still allowing other aircraft to enter, park and exit.

For information on Tonga Airports contact details, please see the following links:

4.5 Tonga Airport Company Contact List

4.1 Tonga Government Contact List

Key airport information may also be found at: World Aero Data

Procedures for Foreign Registered Aircraft

Documentary Requirements for Clearance of Aircraft

Content and format of documentary requirements for clearance of aircraft is as follows:

(a) General Declaration — as described in Annex 9 to the convention on International Civil Aviation.

(b) Passenger Manifest — as described in Annex 9 to the convention on International Civil Aviation.

ICAO Annex 9 to the Convention on International Civil Aviation can be downloaded from the following link:

https://www.bazl.admin.ch/dam/bazl/it/dokumente/Fachleute/Regulationen_und_Grundlagen/111/icao_annex_9_facilitation.pdf.download.pdf/icao_annex_9_facilitation.pdf

All documents are to be submitted to Customs as soon as practicable

One copy of the General Declaration is endorsed and returned by Customs, signifying clearance.

If no passengers are embarking (disembarking) and no articles are laden, no aircraft documents except copies of the General Declaration need be submitted to the appropriate Customs authorities.

All passengers, mail, cargo and crew of any overseas aircraft shall be subject mutatis mutandis to all applicable general or special local regulations dealing with the entry, transit and departure of persons, introduction, transit or exportation of goods, quarantine and health measures, immigration, passports, visas and travel documents.

The pilot of an aircraft on an unscheduled flight who intends to use a Tonga airport for landing shall request such permission at least 24 hours prior to departure.

The request shall be lodged and received by Tonga Airports Limited during the official working hours as specified in page NFTF AD 2 - 2:

(a) Name and address of the aircraft operator

(b) Type and registration marks of the aircraft

(d) Proposed date and place of origin of flight

(e) Routes including dates and times of arrival and departure

(f) Number of passengers and/or nature and amount of freight

(g) Purpose of flight

Prior approval for the flight must be obtained. However, no such permission is required for flights that fall into the following category:

Flights by civil aircraft that have the nationality of an ICAO Contracting State, provided that the requirements of the ICAO Convention on International Civil Aviation are complied with.
All flights by foreign state aircraft as defined by the Convention will require diplomatic clearance from the Tonga Foreign Affairs. Requests for such clearance should be submitted through the normal diplomatic channels, giving a minimum of seven full working days’ notice.

Further information regarding Pacific Aviation can be obtained from the following link: http://secureorders.airways.co.nz/aimsite/pacific/index.asp

2.2.1 Tonga Fua'amotu International Airport

Airport Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator
Runways
Helicopter Pad(s)
Airport Infrastructure Details
Airport Operating Details
Customs Guidance
Storage Facilities
Airfield Cost
Security

Fuaʻamotu International Airport (IATA: TBU, ICAO: NFTF) is located on the south side of the main island, Tongatapu, 21 km from Nuku’alofa.

International airlines with regular services to Fuaʻamotu include Air New Zealand, Air Pacific and Virgin Australia. Air Pacific fly Boeing 737-800s from Nadi and Suva. Air New Zealand flies Airbus A320s, Boeing 737-300s, and Boeing 767-300ERs from Auckland. Virgin Australia fly a Boeing 737-800 from Sydney and Auckland.

There are separate International and Domestic terminals; a shuttle bus service between the terminals is available . Regular domestic services are operated by Real Tonga to Vava’u, Ha’apai & ‘Eua, less frequent services are operated to Niuatoputapu and Nuiafo’ou.

Airport Location and Contact
Country	Tonga
Province or District	Tongatapu
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Airport	Nuku’alofa Distance: 21 Km
Airport’s Complete Name	Fuaʻamotu International Airport
Latitude	-21.241214
Longitude	-175.149644
Elevation (ft and m)	126 feet, 38 meters
IATA Code	TBU
ICAO Code	NFTF
Managing Company or Airport Authority	Tonga Airports Ltd
Management Contact Person	Silio Ali
Open From (hours)	3 hours before and after scheduled take-off and landings
Open To (hours)	3 hours before and after scheduled take-off and landings

Airport Picture

1 = Terminal building

Description and Contacts of Key Companies

Tonga Airports Ltd (TAL) maintains and manages airport operations and infrastructure. This includes cargo screening for the airlines. Air Terminal Services (ATS) is responsible for all ground handling.

Real Tonga operate all domestic flights within Tonga’s islands.

For information on Tonga Airports contact details, please see the following links:

4.2.5 Tonga Airport Company Contact List

4.2.1 Tonga Government Contact List

Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: AZ Freight Website information on Tonga

Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator

There are no reported issues with current performance. Resources appear adequate for current volumes. and there are plans to upgrade facilities progressively in future.

Volumes peak in January (cargo 92,000MT, Passengers 98,000).

Performance for 2016
	Per Year	Per Month	Per Day/
Total Aircraft Movements: International Domestic	4,064 848	70 300	2 11
Total Passengers: International Domestic	180,000 111,000	15,000 9,000	500 3,300
Total Capacity of the Airport (MT)	n/a	n/a	n/a
Current Activity of the Airport (,000 MT)	737	50-60	TBC
Current use by Humanitarian Flights (UNHAS)	NIL	NIL	NIL

Cargo capacity is adequate for current volumes, there are minor infrastructure improvements planned such as a chiller facility (2017-18) for export fresh fish.

Runways

1. Asphalt runway in good condition recently upgraded

Runway #11/29
Runway Dimensions	2681m x 45m
Orientation	11 / 29
Surface	45 / F / B / X / T - Asphalt

Fuaʻamotu Bitumen runway is PCN 45/F/B/1.1Mba/T and operates B 767-300ER restricted (ICAO Category 8). Project exists to upgrade to 9 in the coming years.

2. Grass runway in good condition.

Runway #17 / 35
Runway Dimensions	1509m x 115m
Orientation	17 / 35
Surface	Grass

Helicopter Pad(s)

There is an asphalted apron area that could be used as a helipad. Area available will depend on whether other aircraft are parked on apron.

Helipad #1
Present (Yes / No)	Yes
Largest helicopter that can land	All
Width and Length (metres)	220 x 75
Surface	Asphalt

There is abundant space for heli-landing using grass fields around runways and aprons.

Helipad #2
Present (Yes / No)	Yes
Largest helicopter that can land	Any
Width and Length (metres)	Unlimited
Surface	Grass

Airport Infrastructure Details

Airport and equipment is functional, equipment. There are no issues noted.

Fuaʻamotu International Airport is equipped with VOR/DME (114.5) and NDB (245) navigational facilities. No ILS is available. Lighting is provided for the runway, apron, and taxiway.

There are plans for cargo chiller (fresh fish) to be constructed 2017-18.

Customs	Yes	JET A-1 fuel	Yes
Immigration	Yes	AVGAS 100	Yes
Terminal Building	Yes	Single Point Refueling	Yes
Passenger Terminal	Yes	Air Starter Units	Yes
Cargo terminal	Yes	Ground Power (mobile)	Yes
Pax transport to airfield	Yes	Ground Handling Services	Yes
Control Tower	Yes	Latrine Servicing	Yes
Weather Facilities	Yes	Fire Fighting Category (ICAO)	Yes
Catering Services	Yes	De-icing Equipment	No
Base Operating Room	Yes	Parking Ramp Lighting	Yes
Airport Radar	Yes	Approach & Runway Lights	Yes
NDB	Yes	VOR	Yes
ILS	Yes

Airport Operating Details

Operating Details
Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Bulk Cargo	B-767, B777-300
Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Pallet	B-767, B777-300
Total Aircraft Parking Area (m²)	1.5 km²
Storage Area (m³and MT)	300 m²
Handling Equipment
Elevators / Hi Loaders	Trepel	Max Capacity (MT)	3
	Trepel	Max Height *(m)*	10
	Commander (x 2)	Max Capacity (MT)	7
		Max Height (m)	3.55
Loading Ramps	Yes

Customs Guidance

Customs officials are at the airport as required by flight schedules. They are on site 3 hours before scheduled departures and 3 hours after scheduled arrivals. Customs are generally efficient and honest with no unnecessary delays. Humanitarian flights will be given priority.

All border control and passenger immigration services are facilitated by ATS Tonga who operates all ground handling services.

For more information on customs in Tonga, please see the following link: 1.3 Tonga Customs Information

Storage Facilities

There are 2 storage facilities.

Storage Facility A is within the airport closed facility, located approx.150 m west of the main airport compound. This facility is already in use by the airport ground handler (ATS) In an emergency situation it may be used, however it is now fully utilised by ATS. The semi-closed hall is about 150 m².

Storage Facility B is just across the fence. It is approximately 150m². The quarantine department and customs offices are within this building. There is no excess space for storage available.

There is no other storage space available at present.

Airfield Cost

Charges below are for international flights.

NOTE THESE CHARGES ARE WAIVED FOR AIRCRAFT ENGAGED IN DISASTER RELIEF

Navigation Charges

Charges	Aircraft Weight - MTOW (kg)
	0 - 7,000	7,001 - 136,000	136,001 and over
Navigation (per journey) USD - $ (Payable to Air Services Australia Ltd)	$ 25 / T	n/a	n/a
Landing USD - $	$ 3.64 / T	$ 3.64 / T
Night Landing USD - $	After hours charge $ 302
Night Take-Off USD - $	After hours charge $ 302
Parking	3-8 hours $2.50 + .50c/hr. thereafter	3-8 hours $30 + 3.50/hr. thereafter
Handling Charges

Fuel Services Charges

Pacific Energy supplies fuel. Price is set by the GoT.

TAL has a charge per litre.

	Price per Litre USD - $
Jet A-1	US$ 0.01
Avgas	n/a

Cargo Terminal Charges

Services offered are basic only, hence many are not included /available in the table below.

Import Charges
Type of Charge	Rate USD - $ per kg	Comments
Handling Charge	On application	Charges are by the job lot not per Kg and prices only given on application
Break Bulk Fee	On application	Charges are by the job lot not per Kg
Diplomatic Mail	N/A	Service not available
Strong Room – per consignment	N/A	Service not available
Cold Storage Fee	N/A	Service not available
Delivery Outside Normal Working Hours	N/A	Service not available
Preparation of substitute AOA – Invoice – Receipt	N/A
Storage per Day	$60.00
Export Charges (USD -$)
Handling Charges – Un-palletized Cargo	N/A
International Air Waybill	$70
Local Air Waybill	$22
Air Way Bill Amendment - Cancellation	N/A
Air Way Bill Documentation	$70
Diplomatic Mail	N/A
Storage Charges per Day	$60

Air-bridge Charges

There are no air-bridge services available.

Security

Security personnel are on duty 24/7. There have been no security issues raised in the past. Airport is to NZ and ICAO Certification Standards. Perimeter is fully fenced.

2.2.2 Tonga Vavaʻu International Airport (Lupepauʻu Airport)

Airport Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator
Runways
Helicopter Pad(s)
Airport Infrastructure Details
Airport Operating Details
Customs Guidance
Storage Facilities
Airfield Cost
Security

Vavaʻu International Airport, also known as Lupepauʻu International Airport, is located 10 km north of the capital Neiafu on the Island of Vava'u.

It is an international airport however scheduled international flights operate infrequently with the majority of flights arriving in Tongatapu. Charters and private aircraft may still use the International facilities at Vava'u airport by contacting Tonga Airports Ltd.

Flight time is 50 minutes to Tongatapu, 30 minutes to Ha’apai and a little over one hour to both Niuatoputapu and Niuafo’u.

Airport Location and Contact
Country	Tonga
Province or District	Vava’u
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Airport	Neiafu Distance: 10 km
Airport’s Complete Name	Vavaʻu International Airport (aka Lupepauʻu International Airport)
Latitude	-18.58528
Longitude	-173.9617
Elevation (ft and m)	236 feet, 72 meters
IATA Code	VAV
ICAO Code	NFTF
Managing Company or Airport Authority	Tonga Airports Ltd
Management Contact Person	Seini Tokolahi
NGO and/or UN Presence at Airport?	No

Airport Picture

Description and Contacts of Key Companies

Real Tonga operate all domestic flights within Tonga’s islands.

For information on Tonga Airports contact details, please see the following links:

4.2.5 Tonga Airport Company Contact List

4.2.1 Tonga Government Contact List

Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: AZ Freight Website information on Tonga

Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator

There are no reported issues with current performance. Resources appear adequate for current volumes. and there are plans to upgrade facilities progressively in future.

Performance for 2015
	Per Year	Per Month	Per Day/
Total Aircraft Movements	2168	130 – 230	5 - 10
Total Passengers	34748	1400 - 4000	51 - 150
Total Capacity of the Airport (MT)	80	6	0.25
Current Activity of the Airport (MT)	35	2 - 4	0.07 – 0.15
Current use by Humanitarian Flights (UNHAS)	NIL	NIL	NIL

There is no mechanical handling equipment at the airport because there are very limited international flights. ATS has manual handling with trollies only.

Runways

Runway #1
Runway Dimensions	1705 m x 30 m
Orientation	08 / 26
Surface	Tar or asphalt mixed in place, oiled
Condition	Good

Runway can be used from either heading.

Helicopter Pad(s)

Helipad #1
Present (Yes / No)	Yes
Largest helicopter that can land	Any
Width and Length (metres)	50 x 100
Surface	Grassed areas and asphalt apron

Airport Infrastructure Details

Customs	No	JET A-1 fuel	No
Immigration	No	AVGAS 100	No
Terminal Building	Yes Combined	Single Point Refueling	No
Passenger Terminal		Air Starter Units	Yes
Cargo terminal		Ground Power (mobile)	Yes
Pax transport to airfield	Yes	Ground Handling Services	Manual
Control Tower	Yes	Latrine Servicing	No
Weather Facilities	Yes	Fire Fighting Category (ICAO)	No
Catering Services	No	De-icing Equipment	No
Base Operating Room	Yes	Parking Ramp Lighting	No
Airport Radar	No	Approach & Runway Lights	No
NDB	Yes	VOR	Yes
ILS	Yes

Airport Operating Details

Operating Details
Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Bulk Cargo	No bulk handling equipment available
Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Pallet	No pallet handling equipment available
Total Aircraft Parking Area (m²)	2,750 m²
Storage Area (m³and MT)	Nil
Handling Equipment
Elevators / Hi Loaders	No	Max Capacity (MT)	3
Elevators / Hi Loaders	No	Max Height *(m)*
Loading Ramps	No loading equipment for use on ramps

1. Y12E – Can land and takeoff

2. BN2A - Can land and takeoff

3. SAAB340 – Can land and takeoff

4. MA60 – Can land and takeoff

5. J32 – Can land and takeoff

Weight Limitations:

1. Y12E: MCTOW – 5670 kg (17 seats non pressurize)

2. BN2A: MCTOW – 2994 kg (9 seats – non pressurize)

3. SAAB340: MCTOW – 12930 kg (34 seats – pressurize)

4. MA60: MCTOW – 21800 kg (52 seats – pressurize)

5. J32: MCTOW – 7350 kg (17 seats – pressurize)

Customs Guidance

There is only one international flight a week scheduled (ex-Fiji), otherwise there are no customs required at the airport. Extra customs people will be flown from Fua’amotu Airport on a needs basis.

For more information on customs in Tonga, please see the following link: 1.3 Tonga Customs Information

Storage Facilities

There are no storage facilities available

Airfield Cost

Charges below are for international flights.

NOTE THESE CHARGES ARE WAIVED FOR AIRCRAFT ENGAGED IN DISASTER RELIEF

Navigation Charges

Charges	Aircraft Weight - MTOW (kg)
	0 - 7,000	7,001 - 136,000	136,001 and over
Navigation (per journey) USD - $ (Payable to Air Services Australia Ltd)	$ 25 / T	n/a	n/a
Landing USD - $	$ 3.64 / T	$ 3.64 / T
Night Landing USD - $	After hours charge $ 302
Night Take-Off USD - $	After hours charge $ 302
Parking	3-8 hours $2.50 + .50c/hr. thereafter	3-8 hours $30 + 3.50/hr. thereafter
Handling Charges	Nil	Nil	Nil

Fuel Services Charges

No refuelling at all. This reduces the passenger loading of incoming aircraft. There are plans to have refuelling capacity comprising 2 x 10,000 litre above ground tanks serviced by a 5,000 litre trailer making regular trips to and from Nukualofa. This is planned to be in place late December 2016.

	Price per Litre USD - $
Jet A-1	n/a
Avgas	n/a

Cargo Terminal Charges

Services offered are basic only, hence many are not included /available in the table below.

Import Charges
Type of Charge	Rate USD - $ per kg	Comments
Handling Charge	On application	Charges are by the job lot not per Kg and prices only given on application
Break Bulk Fee	On application	Charges are by the job lot not per Kg
Diplomatic Mail	N/A	Service not available
Strong Room – per consignment	N/A	Service not available
Cold Storage Fee	N/A	Service not available
Delivery Outside Normal Working Hours	N/A	Service not available
Preparation of substitute AOA – Invoice – Receipt	N/A
Storage per Day	$60.00
Export Charges (USD -$)
Handling Charges – Un-palletized Cargo	N/A
International Air Waybill	$70
Local Air Waybill	$22
Air Way Bill Amendment - Cancellation	N/A
Air Way Bill Documentation	$70
Diplomatic Mail	N/A
Storage Charges per Day	$60

Air-bridge Charges

There are no air-bridge services available.

Security

Perimeter is fenced. No past security issues.

2.2.3 Tonga Lifuka, Haʻapai Airport

Lifuka Island Airport, (aka Salote Pilolevu Airport), is on the Ha’apai Group of Islands.

The airport is located 3 km north of the capital Pangai. Real Tonga offers daily domestic air services to the airport connecting Haʻapai to Tongatapu and Vava'u. Flight time is approximately 30 minutes (Type Jetstream, SAAB) to Tongatapu and 20 minutes to Vava'u

Perimeter is fenced. There is no other security.

There are no storage facilities.

Airport Location and Contact
Country	Tonga
Province or District	Lifuka
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Airport	Pangai Distance: 3 km
Airport’s Complete Name	Salote Pilolevu Airport
Latitude	-19.77667
Longitude	- 174.3411
Elevation (ft and m)	25 ft / 7.62 m
IATA Code	HPA
ICAO Code	NFTL
Managing Company or Airport Authority	Tonga Airports Ltd
Management Contact Person	Viliami Filimone. / T.Tohi 60150/7315394/8772595
NGO and/or UN Presence at Airport?	No

Airport Picture

Description and Contacts of Key Companies

For information on Tonga Airports contact details, please see the following links:

4.2.5 Tonga Airport Company Contact List

4.2.1 Tonga Government Contact List

Runway

Runway #1
Runway Dimensions	1200 m x 30 m
Orientation	1200 m x 30 m
Surface	PCN 9/F/B/. 7/T Bitumen
Condition	Good

Airport Infrastructure Details

Passenger / Cargo Security Screening	No	Runway Lighting	No
Refuelling Capacity	No	Ground Handling Services	No
Air Traffic Control	No	Fire Fighting Equipment	No
Weather Information	No	Aircraft Parking Space	No
Navigation Aids	No	Perimeter Fencing	Yes
Windsock	Yes

1. Y12E – Can land and takeoff

2. BN2A - Can land and takeoff

3. SAAB340 – Can land and takeoff f

4. J32 – Can land and takeoff

Weight Limitations:

1. Y12E: MCTOW – 5670 kg (17 seats non pressurize)

2. BN2A: MCTOW – 2994 kg (9 seats – non pressurize)

3. SAAB340: MCTOW – 12930 kg (34 seats – pressurize)

4. J32: MCTOW – 7350 kg (17 seats – pressurize)

Fuel Services Charges

Refuelling facilities available, subject to prior arrangement with Real Tonga Airlines.

Royalties / Non Objection Fees (NOFs)

No royalties or NOF’s charged.

Other Fees

Landing fee of $T 550 / hour (US$ 237.00 / hour).

2.2.4 Tonga Eua Airport

Eua airport is located 3 km south east of the capital ‘Ohonua. The airfield is an unsealed coral strip.

Eua is just 40km off the coast of Nuku’alofa.

Frequent domestic air services Pacific connect ‘Eua to Tongatapu. The flight to ‘Eua is one of the shortest commercial flights in the world, taking only 8 minutes from Fua’amotu

Perimeter is fenced. There is no other security.

There are no storage facilities.

Airport Location and Contact
Country	Tonga
Province or District	Eua
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Airport	Ohonua Distance: 3 km
Airport’s Complete Name	Eua Airport
Latitude	-19.77667
Longitude	- 174.3411
Elevation (ft and m)	31 ft / 9 m
IATA Code	EUA
ICAO Code	NFTL
Managing Company or Airport Authority	Tonga Airports Ltd
Management Contact Person	Peta Fakaosi
NGO and/or UN Presence at Airport?	No

Airport Picture

Description and Contacts of Key Companies

For information on Tonga Airports contact details, please see the following links:

4.2.5 Tonga Airport Company Contact List

4.2.1 Tonga Government Contact List

Runway

Runway #1
Runway Dimensions	685 m x 30 m
Orientation	171.09 / 351.09
Surface	Crushed coral
Condition	Good

Airport Infrastructure Details

Passenger / Cargo Security Screening	No	Runway Lighting	No
Refuelling Capacity	No	Ground Handling Services	Manual ATS
Air Traffic Control	No	Fire Fighting Equipment	No
Weather Information	Yes (via Fua’motu airport)	Aircraft Parking Space	Yes (one)
Navigation Aids	No	Perimeter Fencing	Yes
Windsock	Yes

1. Y12E – Can land and takeoff f

2. BN2A - Can land and takeoff

Weight Limitations:

1. Y12E: MCTOW – 5670 kg (17 seats non pressurize)

2. BN2A: MCTOW – 2994 kg (9 seats – non pressurize)

Fuel Services Charges

No refuelling facility available.

Royalties / Non Objection Fees (NOFs)

No royalties or NOF’s charged.

Other Fees

Landing fee of $T 550 / hour (US$ 237.00 / hour).

2.2.5 Tonga Niuafoʻou Airport (Kuini Lavinia Airport)

Limited domestic air services operate to connect Niuafo’ou to Vava’u and Tongatapu. The airfield is an unsealed coral/ grass strip.

Perimeter is fenced. There is no other security.

There are no storage facilities.

Airport Location and Contact
Country	Tonga
Province or District	Niuafo’ou
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Airport	Sapa ata Distance: 0.3 km
Airport’s Complete Name	Niuafoʻou Airport (aka Kuini Lavinia Airport)
Latitude	-15.57111
Longitude	- 175.6308
Elevation (ft and m)	120 ft / 40 m
IATA Code	NFO
ICAO Code	NFTO
Managing Company or Airport Authority	Tonga Airports Ltd
Management Contact Person	Sililo Ali (Fua’amotu Airport)
NGO and/or UN Presence at Airport?	No

Airport Picture

Description and Contacts of Key Companies

For information on Tonga Airports contact details, please see the following links:

4.2.5 Tonga Airport Company Contact List

4.2.1 Tonga Government Contact List

Runway

Runway #1
Runway Dimensions	853 m x 30 m
Orientation	269.93 / 89.93
Surface	Unsealed coral / grass
Condition	Fair

Airport Infrastructure Details

Passenger / Cargo Security Screening	No	Runway Lighting	No
Refuelling Capacity	No	Ground Handling Services	No
Air Traffic Control	No	Fire Fighting Equipment	No
Weather Information	No	Aircraft Parking Space	Yes (one)
Navigation Aids	No	Perimeter Fencing	Yes
Windsock	Yes

1. Y12E – Can land and takeoff

Weight Limitations:

1. Y12E: MCTOW – 5670 kg (17 seats non pressurize)

Fuel Services Charges

No refuelling facility available.

Royalties / Non Objection Fees (NOFs)

No royalties or NOF’s charged.

Other Fees

Landing fee of $T 550 / hour (US$ 237.00 / hour).

2.2.6 Tonga Niuatoputapu Airport (Mata’aho Airport)

Limited domestic air services operate to connect Niutoputapu to Vava’u and Tongatapu.

The airfield is an unsealed coral/ grass strip. A small cinder block building acts as terminal and airport office

Perimeter is fenced. There is no other security.

There are no storage facilities.

Airport Location and Contact
Country	Tonga
Province or District	Niutoputapu
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Airport	Hihifo Distance: 2.6 km
Airport’s Complete Name	Niutoputapu Airport (aka Mata’aho Airport)
Latitude	-15.976667
Longitude	- 173.791667
Elevation (ft and m)	36 ft / 11 m
IATA Code	NTT
ICAO Code	NFTL
Managing Company or Airport Authority	Tonga Airports Ltd
Management Contact Person	Sililo Ali (Fua’amotu Airport)
NGO and/or UN Presence at Airport?	No

Airport Picture

Description and Contacts of Key Companies

For information on Tonga Airports contact details, please see the following links:

4.2.5 Tonga Airport Company Contact List

4.2.1 Tonga Government Contact List

Runway

Runway #1
Runway Dimensions	1219 m x 30 m
Orientation	126.23 / 306.23
Surface	Unsealed coral / grass
Condition	Fair

Airport Infrastructure Details

Passenger / Cargo Security Screening	No	Runway Lighting	No
Refuelling Capacity	No	Ground Handling Services	Manual ATS
Air Traffic Control	No	Fire Fighting Equipment	No
Weather Information	No	Aircraft Parking Space	Yes (one)
Navigation Aids	No	Perimeter Fencing	Yes
Windsock	Yes

1. Y12E – Can land and takeoff

Weight Limitations:

1. Y12E: MCTOW – 5670 kg (17 seats non pressurize)

Fuel Services Charges

No refuelling facility available.

Royalties / Non Objection Fees (NOFs)

No royalties or NOF’s charged.

Other Fees

Landing fee of $T 550 / hour (US$ 237.00 / hour).

2.3 Tonga Road Network

Tonga Road Network

Tonga Roads

There are 680 km of highways in Tonga, of which 184 km are paved,

Tonga has an extensive network of roads and one of the highest levels of road network density in the region. This network provides good access links to communities in terms of connectivity, but in some areas the condition has deteriorated significantly due to insufficient emphasis on maintenance.

GoT is addressing this problem through several roads rehabilitation and upgrading programs in association with its development partners. The National Roads Improvement Project will rehabilitate selected trunk roads throughout the country, and the Transport Sector Consolidation Project (TSCP) will trial a new approach to road maintenance that makes greater use of private sector involvement.

In addition to these broader programs, commitments are already in place for specific investments to rehabilitate the Vaipua Bridge (Vava’u) and Foa Causeway (Ha’apai). In the longer term, the GoT will continue this emphasis on road maintenance and rehabilitation.

There is a major bottleneck to evacuate people from Nuku’alofa’s lowlying Popua district to higher ground in the case of surge seas. GoT is considering options for a new road linking Nuku’alofa with the southern side of Fanga’uta Lagoon by bridge or causeway. This road would provide better access to the southern and eastern sides of Tongatapu and the airport, and provide an alternative evacuation/access route in case of natural disaster.

For information on Tonga Road Network contact details, please see the following link:

4.1 Tonga Government Contact List

Distance Matrix (km)

	Nuku’alofa	Nukunuku	Ha.atufu	‘Utulau	Fua’amotu (Int. Airport)	Niutoua	Malapo
Nuku’alofa		10	20	19	21	30	15
Nukunuku	10		10	9	25	34	19
Ha.atufu	20	10		17	34	43	28
‘Utulau	10	9	17		20	29	14
Fua’amotu (Int. Airport)	21	25	34	20		19	7
Niutoua	30	34	43	29	19		15
Malapo	15	19	28	14	7	15

Travel Time Matrix (min.)

	Nuku’alofa	Nukunuku	Ha.atufu	‘Utulau	Fua’amotu (Int. Airport)	Niutoua	Malapo
Nuku’alofa		15	30	20	35	45	22
Nukunuku	15		17	17	42	51	30
Ha.atufu	30	17		30	57	65	44
‘Utulau	20	17	30		31	41	20
Fua’amotu (Int. Airport)	35	42	57	31		30	13
Niutoua	45	51	65	41	30		21
Malapo	22	30	44	20	13	21

Road Security

There have been a number of driving fatalities in 2016 due to speeding, alcohol and drug driving.

Driving in Tonga can be hazardous, particularly at night, due to poor visibility, the quality of roads, the significant volume of pedestrian traffic and free-roaming animals.

The speed limit in most locations is 40 km per hour.

Weighbridges and Axle Load Limits

Beyond registration fees, there are only few regulations in place in Tonga. No axle load limits exist yet. This being said, it is one of the objectives of the new ministry of Infrastructure.

There are no weighbridges in Tonga.

2.4 Tonga Waterways Assessment

NOTE: WATERWAYS IN THIS CONTEXT RELATES TO ‘INTERISLAND SEA TRAVEL’

Domestic shipping services

There is one domestic shipping service, the government-owned Friendly Islands Shipping Agency (FISA) operates inter-island shipping services, including the ferry service, on a commercial basis.

Due to the isolated nature and relatively small size and population of a number of the Kingdom’s islands, internal (interisland) waterways form a vital part of Tonga’s supply chain. Many of the smaller islands have neither docking capability for larger vessels nor airstrips, making them reliant on supply by small boats for commerce, social, educational and medical needs.

There are a number of smaller, private operators transporting small cargo and providing water taxi and charter services.

Services are weather effected and may be cancelled due to windy / rough water conditions, particularly during the cyclone season (November – April).

The Government has stated its highest priority for the Maritime sector is increasing the safety and resilience of all maritime activities, especially in relation to inter-island shipping, there is currently no budget or timelines set for any significant developments.

Travel Time Matrix

The travel times below are taken using the MV ‘Otuanga’ofa. (400 passenger Ferryboat)

Time in Hours	Nuku’alofa	Nomuka	Ha’afeva	Pangai	Neiafu
Nuku’alofa		5	7	9.5	16.5
Nomuka	5		2	4.5	11.5
Ha’afeva	7	2		2.5	9.5
Pangai	9.5	4.5	2.5		7
Neiafu	16.5	11.5	9.5	7

Key Routes

NOTE: THIS TABLE RELATES TO RIVER TRANSPORT AND IS NOT RELEVANT TO THE TONGA LCA. THERE IS NO TRANSPORT BY RIVER WATERWAYS

Key Route Information Domestic / International
	From: To:	From: To:	From: To:
Total Distance (km)
Width (m)	Broadest: Narrowest:	Broadest: Narrowest:	Broadest: Narrowest:
River Flow *(m³ / second)*
Seasonal Effects
Maximum Weight and Size of Vessels
Regular Traffic Passenger / Cargo
Companies Operating Along the Route
Security Concerns	Yes / No	Yes / No	Yes / No
Main Ports

Port Information

Key Port Information
	Port Name	Port Name	Port Name
Location	Nuku’alofa	Neiafu	Pangai
Contact Information
Connections with Other Transport Means	21 km by road to Fua’amotu International Airport	10 km by road to Lupepauʻu Airport	10 km to Lifuka Airport
Storage Capacity (m² and m³)
Handling Equipment
Customs Clearance Available	Yes / No	Yes / No	Yes / No
Other Comments	Further detail available on ports available under sections 2.1 – 2.1.3

2.5 Tonga Storage Assessment

Generally, warehousing space belongs to:

- private transport companies

- private retailers

- government agencies (Tonga Defence Services, MOW, MIA)

While these operations generally use their storage capacities to the upmost, they may be able to provide ad-hoc support in time of emergencies.

The main storage capacities found in the country are using containers. The containers are easily available, either for rental or procurement.

Container storage is adequate for short-term storage

In the villages the churches are the most appropriate temporary storage facilities. Especially the Mormons churches are very solid and located in fenced and protected environment. Each village has many churches on its territory.

In addition to the many halls and churches available there are many suitable spaces such as sports grounds and vacant land that can be quickly identified for siting temporary storage facilities (MSU’s) close to populated areas.

For more information on storage company contact details, please see the following link: HQ staff will input a link to section 4.6 Storage and Milling Companies Contact List here.

Commercial Storage

There are few facilities that could be considered intermodal sites. At the ports there are the usual on-wharf container stacking areas and limited covered packing/unpacking facilities within the port precincts.

Some private sector transport companies and shipping lines have off-wharf container depots providing some consolidation into containers. There are also some industry specific warehouse and distribution centres but little in the way of common user stores.

The port operating company (Port Authority Tonga) have a storage facility of approx. 150 m²available for short term use. It is generally only full to capacity around December.

Location

Owner

Available for Rent

Capacity

m³)

Type

Access

Condition

Nuku’alofa wharf

Dateline Transam Shipping

600

Secured Hard for container stacking & storage

Flat

good

Nuku’alofa wharf

Port Authority Tonga

150 m²

Closed warehouse

Flat

Good

Storage Used by Humanitarian Organisations

There is a planned shared warehouse to be purpose built and coordinated by NEMO to incorporate their offices and storage for prepositioning of some supplies.

This is envisaged to be completed in 2017-18 and will provide approximately 200m² storage space.

Tonga Red Cross has a warehouse that they share space with CARITAS. It is in fair to poor repair. They anticipate moving there current stocks to NEMO’s proposed shared warehouse space when it is completed.

Location

Organization

Sharing Possibility

Capacity

(MT / m² / m³)

Type

Access

Condition

Nuku’alofa

TRC

Yes

full

Closed warehouse

flat

poor

Public Sector Storage

There is no public sector storage as such. The military and Ministry of Internal Affairs have limited storage space.

As per detailed narrative above, best emergency storage options will be churches and public halls that could be made available in all villages.

Location

Ministry / Agency

Use Possibility

Capacity

m² /

Type

Access

Condition

Nuku’alofa

Ministry Of Infrastructure

Yes

150

Closed warehouse

Flat

Fair

Cold Chain

There are no significant cold chain facilities available. Recommendation is to ship refrigerated containers if this facility is required for large-scale storage of vaccines or medicine.

Location

Organization / Owner

Type

Cooling / Power

Quantity

Total Capacity

(m³)

Condition

n/a

2.6 Tonga Milling Assessment

Tonga has no milling facilities; all products are imported, mainly from the FMF Mill in Fiji.The company has operated for over 40 years. FMF products are available in over twenty countries including Australia, New Zealand, all Pacific Island countries, United States and Canada. For contact details, see the following link: 4.6 Tonga Storage and Milling Company Contact List

	Friendly Islands Shipping Company (FISA)
Number of Passenger Vessels < 20 Passengers	0
Number of Passenger Vessels < 50 Passengers	0
Number of Passenger Vessels < 100 Passengers	0
Number of Passenger Vessels > 100 Passengers	1 (400 passengers)

	Friendly Islands Shipping Company (FISA)
Number of Boats	2
Tonnage / Volume Carrying Capacity (MT / m³)	1 x 520 (plus 400 passengers) 1 x 241 =761 MT total
Number of Barges	None
Tonnage / Volume Carrying Capacity (MT / m³)	n/a
Number of Tugs	None
Tonnage / Volume Carrying Capacity (MT / m³)	n/a