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Secure Storage in Brisbane and Darwin – Warehouse and Yard
- Defence-grade security: TAPA and Defence-grade physical security, CCTV and alarm systems, and a security-cleared team at both 2DLCs
- Short or long term: store for a few days or for months – whatever your project or supply chain needs
- Yard or warehouse: secure high-bay warehouse storage, or fully fenced, sealed yard storage for containers, vehicles, machinery and project cargo
- Wide access gates for oversized project cargo: 15.47 m gate access at Brisbane, and 11.6 m gate access plus road-train access at Darwin
- Competitive rates: with discounted rates if you pay in advance
- Pre-staging near the port and airport: Brisbane is ideal for pre-staging cargo for delivery to the Pinkenba wharves and Brisbane Airport; Darwin is ideal for pre-staging cargo for delivery to Darwin Port
- Road transport in and out: our own road transport fleet can deliver your cargo to storage and collect it when you need it
- Container unpacking: we unpack (and pack) containers at both Brisbane and Darwin – see container unloading and loading
- Shrink wrapping: heavy-duty shrink wrapping to protect cargo in storage or before it ships
- Forklifts and lifting: forklifts up to 16 t in Brisbane; 2.5 t and 16 t forklifts and a Kalmar RTCH in Darwin
- Reefer connections in Brisbane and Darwin: 3-phase power for refrigerated containers, with a temperature monitoring service
- Access: Monday to Friday 07:00 to 16:00 (excluding public holidays), with 24/7 access after hours by arrangement
Secure storage in Brisbane (Pinkenba)
Our Brisbane 2DLC at 8 Culya St, Pinkenba QLD 4008 is strategically located near the port (less than 1 km from the Pinkenba wharves), Brisbane Airport and the M1 highway, so cargo can move quickly between the wharf, the airport and the road network.- Secure warehouse and yard storage, short or long term
- Defence-grade security
- Cargo pre-staging for delivery to the Pinkenba wharves and Brisbane Airport
- Wide access gates for oversized project cargo – 15.47 m gate access
- Forklifts up to 16 t
- Container unpacking and packing
- Reefer connections for perishable cargo, with temperature monitoring
- Heavy-duty shrink wrapping
- Road transport in and out on our own trucks
Pre-staging cargo for the Pinkenba wharves and Brisbane Airport
The Brisbane 2DLC is in the Brisbane Airport precinct and less than 1 km from the Pinkenba wharves, which makes it ideal for pre-staging cargo for delivery to the Pinkenba wharves and Brisbane Airport. Our Depth trucks can transfer cargo rapidly from the 2DLC to the wharf or the airport when it is time to ship or fly.Reefer connections for perishable cargo in Brisbane
Our Brisbane 2DLC has 3-phase electrical reefer connections, so refrigerated containers carrying perishable cargo can be plugged in while they are stored with us. We also offer a monitoring service to make sure the containers stay at the required temperature.Call the Brisbane office on 07 3054 4670
Secure storage in Darwin (East Arm)
Our Darwin 2DLC at 31 Muramats Rd, East Arm NT 0822 is strategically located near Darwin Port, just 4 km from the port gate at East Arm. It has its own marine base, with a landing craft pocket and ramp that is home to our landing craft, Modifier. It also has road-train access and is close to the Stuart Highway.- Secure warehouse and yard storage, short or long term
- Defence-grade security
- Wide access gates for oversized project cargo – 11.6 m gate access, plus road-train access
- Forklifts of 2.5 t and 16 t, and a Kalmar RTCH (rough terrain container handler)
- Container unpacking and packing
- Reefer connections for perishable cargo, with temperature monitoring
- Heavy-duty shrink wrapping
- Road transport in and out on our own trucks
Call the Darwin office on 08 8911 1216
Pre-staging cargo for Darwin Port, and an alternative to port storage
The Darwin 2DLC is ideal for pre-staging cargo for delivery to Darwin Port, or for storing imported project cargo to avoid expensive storage at Darwin Port. Our Depth trucks can transfer cargo rapidly from the port to the 2DLC, and back to the port when it is time to ship.Reefer connections for perishable cargo in Darwin
Our Darwin 2DLC has 3-phase electrical reefer connections, so refrigerated containers carrying perishable cargo can be plugged in while they are stored with us. We also offer a monitoring service to make sure the containers stay at the required temperature.Access hours
- Normal access hours: Monday to Friday, 07:00 to 16:00, excluding public holidays
- After hours: 24/7 access is available by arrangement – let us know when you book your storage
Rates and quotations
Our storage rates are competitive, and we offer discounted rates if you pay in advance. Every job is different, so tell us what you need to store, its size and weight, whether you need warehouse or yard storage, for how long, and whether you need transport, container unpacking or shrink wrapping. We will send you a quotation. Request a quoteWhy store with Depth Logistics
- Defence-grade security at both 2DLCs, with a security-cleared team
- Strategic locations: Brisbane near the port, airport and M1, ideal for pre-staging cargo for the Pinkenba wharves and Brisbane Airport; Darwin near Darwin Port and the Stuart Highway, with road-train access and its own marine base
- Wide access gates for oversized project cargo at both sites
- Reefer connections (3-phase power) and temperature monitoring for refrigerated containers at both sites
- One provider for transport, container unpacking, shrink wrapping and storage
- Defence Industry Security Program (DISP) member
- Every job delivered on time, on budget, safely and securely
Related services
- Depth Defence Logistics Centres (2DLCs) – our Brisbane and Darwin centres
- Road transport – our own trucks for cargo in and out of storage
- Heavy-duty shrink wrapping – protect cargo in storage or before it ships
- Container unloading and loading – container freight station services in Brisbane and Darwin
- Kalmar RT240 RTCH – our rough terrain container handler in Darwin
- Landing craft and coastal shipping – our landing craft Modifier, based at the Darwin 2DLC
- SEA PREP – our deployable cargo preparation service
Secure storage enquiries
Talk to us about secure storage
Call your nearest office, or reach us any hour on the 24-hour line.
24-hour line
07 3054 4670Coolangatta
Head office
2/17 Griffith St
Coolangatta QLD 4225
Postal address: PO Box 811
Coolangatta QLD 4225
Brisbane
8 Culya St
Pinkenba QLD 4008
Darwin
31 Muramats Rd
East Arm NT 0822
Frequently asked questions
Where does Depth Logistics offer secure storage?
At our Depth Defence Logistics Centres in Brisbane (8 Culya St, Pinkenba QLD) and Darwin (31 Muramats Rd, East Arm NT). Both offer secure warehouse and yard storage, short or long term.
Can I store cargo short term or long term?
Yes. We offer both short-term and long-term storage, in a secure warehouse or a secure yard. Discounted rates are available if you pay in advance.
Can you store oversized project cargo?
Yes. Both sites have wide access gates for oversized project cargo – 15.47 m gate access in Brisbane, and 11.6 m gate access plus road-train access in Darwin – along with forklifts up to 16 t and, in Darwin, a Kalmar RTCH.
What are your access hours?
Normal access hours are Monday to Friday, 07:00 to 16:00, excluding public holidays. 24/7 access after hours is available by arrangement.
Can you pre-stage cargo in Brisbane for the wharf or the airport?
Yes. Our Brisbane 2DLC is in the Brisbane Airport precinct and less than 1 km from the Pinkenba wharves, so it is ideal for pre-staging cargo for delivery to the Pinkenba wharves and Brisbane Airport. Our trucks can transfer cargo rapidly from the 2DLC to the wharf or the airport.
Can I store cargo in Darwin instead of at Darwin Port?
Yes. Our Darwin 2DLC is 4 km from the Darwin Port gate and is ideal for storing imported project cargo to avoid expensive storage at Darwin Port, or for pre-staging cargo for delivery to Darwin Port. Our trucks can transfer cargo rapidly between the port and the 2DLC.
Can you store refrigerated containers?
Yes. Both our Brisbane and Darwin 2DLCs have 3-phase reefer connections so refrigerated containers carrying perishable cargo can be plugged in, and we offer a monitoring service to make sure they stay at the required temperature.
How much does secure storage cost?
Our rates are competitive and depend on what you are storing, how much space it needs and for how long. Discounted rates are available if you pay in advance. Call us or request a quote.

