2 Kiribati Logistics Infrastructure

2 Kiribati Logistics Infrastructure


 

There are 670 km of highways in Kiribati (1996 est.) of which 33 km are paved in South Tarawa (2001). The longest stretch of road travels from South Tarawa to North Tarawa. 

The nature of the island group means that road transportation can only be used on a localised level between villages using privately owned small trucks (1-5 mt and pickups).  Inter-island transport is by small ferries (up to 70 pax) and outboard-powered runabouts. 

Freight and shipping to Kiribati is serviced by sea, and to an extent air. Major couriers and shipping firms, such as DHL and UPS, provide various freighting services to the islands, generally to Tarawa and Christmas Islands, and then transhipped to the outer islands by smaller coastal shipping. 

The main ports can be found on Betio islet, near Tarawa (Port of Betio), and Christmas Islands (Port of Navy Harbour). The ports at, Betio and Navy Harbour are operated by the Kiribati Ports Authority, the statutory body responsible for maintaining and coordinating the nation’s port facilities. Provision for handling containers is available at Betio and Navy Harbour (20 foot only), while Banaba has a cantilever that is used for phosphate loading.There is a small network of canals, totaling 5 km, in the Line Islands.  


There are 22 airports in the country of which 4 have paved runways. Nauru Airlines (formerly trading as Our Airline), Solomon Airways and  Fiji Airways Ltd service Bonriki International Airport and Cassidy International Airport international airline connections.Fiji Airways currently flies twice-weekly from Nadi International Airport to Bonriki, and weekly to Christmas Island.  

Kiribati has two domestic airlines: Air Kiribati Ltd and Coral Sun Airways. Both airlines are based in Tarawa's Bonriki International Airport and serve destinations across the Gilbert Islands. The domestic carriers serve neither the Phoenix nor Line Islands.  Air Kiribati operates weekly flights between Christmas Island and the other 2 inhabited islands (Fanning and Washington) in the Line Group. 

A causeway upgrade from Tarawa and Betio Port is being funded by Japan; this will improve connectivity between the main port and the main population base of Tarawa. Completion is scheduled for April 2018.  

The Ministry of Communications, Transport and Tourism Development is responsible for developing and regulating the sector. 

There are commercial warehousing options in Tarawa and Christmas Island. Most permanent storage in the outer islands consists of 20 foot containers. However, there is plenty of other potential storage and distribution centres utilising churches, meeting houses (Maneaba) and schools if required in an emergency. 

There are ongoing planned projects at the international Airports and Ports of Entry as well as water and solar power projects on the outer islands to improve facilities and infrastructure. International donor bodies (European Union, Asian Bank and various foreign Governments (incl. NZ, Australia, Taiwan) assist with funding some of these.

 

2.1 Kiribati Port Assessment

Kiribati Ports

 

Kiribati Ports Authority (KPA) operates the two main ports-of-entry. The first is on Tarawa right at the edge of Betio lagoon, which also accommodates the main headquarter office. Port capacity is limited by port handling equipment. There are no dock cranes. Feasibility of further port development to provide deep water berthing sufficient for larger international ships is under study although the cost would be substantial. 

The second port-of-entry, Navy Harbour, is located at London (Ronton) on Christmas Island to serve the Line and Phoenix Islands.

Both ports have customs present and import and export cargo primarily using 20 foot containers utilising ships’ onboard cranes.

There is a third port, the Port of Banaba (Ocean Island), that was primarily used to facilitate the export of phosphate for fertiliser from the island. Since that resource has been depleted it is now only used by inter-island shipping to service the resident population of 280. It can only accommodate small boats that transfer goods from larger ships anchored offshore.

All the outer islands require larger ships to anchor off and transfer cargo using small boats to beach landings or jetties.

 

  

2.1.1 Kiribati Port of Betio


Port Overview 

The port operates as a main port-of-entry for all imports to Kiribati (with the exception of some imports to Phoenix and Line Islands via Navy Harbour) and is a transhipment port to smaller coastal shipping which services the outer Islands. The port is capable of dealing with current volumes and appears to be operating safely and efficiently under the direction of the Kiribati Ports Authority (KPA). Loading and unloading facilities are limited to using ship's own cranes at dockside and moving containers to storage areas using truck and trailers. The port area is secure.

Port website: http://ports.com/kiribati/port-of-betio-tarawa-atoll/

Key port information can also be found at: http://www.maritime-database.com

 

Proposed Capital Works/Expenditure

 

CAPITAL EXPENDITURE

 

Forecast

TARAWA

2018

2019

2020

TA for Engineering

 

 

 

Low bed flat trailer (Mafi)

150,000

 

 

Yard Concrete Pavement

1,500,000

495,711

 

Inventory Database

5,000

 

 

New Buoy/Navigation mark

 

 

 

Solar PV Grid & LED lighting

200,000

300,000

 

Teeitei Suzuki O/B Engine Engine x 2

70,000

 

 

Engineering workshop & relocation

100,000

 

 

Oxygen refill plant

50,000

 

 

Fire main/system - Phase 2

                        -  

 

 

Portable Fire Fighter Equipment

30,000

 

 

VTIS System

                        -  

 

 

Prime Mover

 

160,000

 

Office Upgrading

30,000

30,000

 

Reach Stacker

 

1,000,000

 

Top Lifter

 

 

850,000

Other

 

55,000

200,000

Total

2,135,000

2,040,711

1,050,000

       


 

Port Location and Contact

Country

Kiribati

Province or District

South Tarawa

Nearest Town or City

with Distance from Port

Betio

200m

Port's Complete Name

Port of Betio

Latitude

1.36222222

Longitude

172.93138889

Managing Company or Port Authority

Kiribati Ports Authority

Management Contact Person

Ruata Titaake (CEO) ruatit@gmail.com

Nearest Airport and Airlines with Frequent International Arrivals/Departures

Bonriki

Fiji Airways

 

 

Port Picture

 

A Slipway & berthing for domestic coastal shipping 

B Main Wharf for discharge and loading cargo (container and bulk) 

C Berthing for fishing and coastal shipping vessel

D Container storage area 

Description and Contacts of Key Companies 

The Port is managed and maintained by the Kiribati Ports Authority  (KPA), a statutory body established in 2000 under KPA Act 1990 and operating under the direction of Board Directors appointed by the Minister of Communication, Transport and Tourism. Wholly owned by the Government, it currently employs 158 employees.

The KPA is responsible for all stevedoring activities, security, surveys of vessels, shipping channels, and navigation aids, regulating and controlling navigation within the ports, communications and harbor control.

For more information on port contacts, please see the following link: 4.4 Port and Waterways Companies Contact List  

Port Performance 

The maximum channel draft at high tide is 11 metres and maximum berthing draft at the main and only international cargo wharf is 8 metres. Maximum berthing ship’s length is 200 metres. 

The maximum weight for containers loading or unloading at the wharf is 25 mt.  

The port is rarely congested with shipping, although container storage is limited to around 600 x 20 foot containers and 400 x 40 foot containers at any one time.  

There is no standing priority for humanitarian cargoes however these will be considered on a case-by-case basis.  

Waiting time to berth is generally no more than 1 hour, if not immediate and delays due to bad weather are rare (less than 1 per year).

 

Seasonal Constraints

 

Occurs

Time Frame

Rainy Season

  No

n/a

Major Import Campaigns

  No

Major construction projects, whilst rare, can result in short term congestion of container storage.

Other Comments

 

HANDLING FIGURES for 2017

Vessel Calls

445 (70 container)

(14 tanker)

Container Traffic (TEUs)

3,787 TEU discharged

685 TEU loaded

Handling Figures Bulk and Break Bulk for 2017

Bulk (MT)

0

Break bulk (MT)

328 (Excluding Containers)

Months in 2017

Jan - Dec

 

Discharge Rates and Terminal Handling Charges

TEU $200/20 foot container

$300/40 foot container

For information on port rates and charges, please see the following link: PORT RATES/TARIFFS PAGE  

Berthing Specifications

 

Type of Berth

Quantity

Length

(m)

Maximum

Draft (m)

Comments

Conventional Berth

Container Berth

1

200

8

There is only one cargo berth.

Silo Berth

N/a

N/a

N/a

N/a

Berthing Tugs

2

25

6

 Located in the ‘basin’ domestic wharf.

Water Barges

3

15

6

 

General Cargo Handling Berths

Cargo Type

Berth Identification

Imports - Bagged Cargo

There is main berth only

Exports - Bagged Cargo

Imports and Exports - RoRo

N/a

Other Imports

 

Port Handling Equipment

The handling equipment is owned and operated by the government run KPA. Shipboard cranes are used for loading and unloading containers dockside.

 

Equipment

Available

Total Quantity and Capacity Available

Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage

Dockside Crane

No

   

Container Gantries

No

   

Mobile Cranes

Yes

50 mt

Good. Used for stacking in storage area.

Reach stacker

Yes

40 mt

Good. Used for stacking and movements in storage area.

RoRo Tugmaster (with Trailer)

No

   

Grain Elevator with Bagging Machines

No

   

Transtainer

No

   

Forklifts

Yes

1 x 30 mt

4 x 7 mt

2 x 2 mt

All good to fair condition.

 

Container Facilities 

 Container facilities consist of open, flat storage area within the port security perimeter.

Facilities

20 ft

40 ft

Container Facilities Available

600

200 - 300

Container Freight Station (CFS)

0

0

Refrigerated Container Stations

8

Other Capacity Details

n/a

n/a

Daily Take Off Capacity
(Containers per Day)

200/day

(12 – 15/hr)

200/day

(12-15/hr)

Number of Reefer Stations
(Connection Points)

8

Emergency Take-off Capacity

12-15/hr

12-15/hr

Off take Capacity of Gang Shift
(Containers per Shift)

100-120

 

Customs Guidance 

Customs are available at port during port working hours. They have offices within the port perimeter. Clearance is usually immediate and there are no particular issues with customs officials or procedures. Clearance can often be done in advance of berthing.  

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

Terminal Information

Multipurpose Terminal 

As previously documented above, there is one berth that is used for all cargo.

Grain and Bulk Handling 

There is no facility for grain or bulk handling discharge at this port.

Main Storage Terminal 

There is one, closed shed for storage (approx. 60m2 of which generally 40% is available). All other storage requires containers.

Storage Type

Number of Storage Facilities

Area (m2)

Bagged Cargo

1

 

60

General Cargo

Refrigerated Cargo

n/a

n/a

 

Stevedoring 

Kiribati Port Authority (KPA) provides stevedoring services.  KPA hire a mix of permanent and casual labour as and when required. There is no shortage of labour available for this purpose. 

Hinterland Information 

KPA operate 3 x 20 feet containers capable side lifters with trailers and 1 x 40 foot container capable side lifter with trailer.  There are another 3 - 4 side lifter trucks available operated by private companies (Onestop Ltd, Coral Ace Ltd, Punjas Ltd). Between them, these trucks are responsible for majority of transport to areas in South Tarawa accessible by road.

 

Port Security 

The port is securely fenced and manned by security staff 24/7. There are no obvious security or safety issues. There is a project underway to resurface all paved areas within the port perimeter that will add to safety for foot and vehicular traffic. This is due for completion 2019. 

  

Security

ISPS Compliant

Yes

Current ISPS Level
(Level 1 = Normal, Level 2 = Heightened, Level 3 = Exceptional)

1

Police Boats

No

Fire Engines

No

2.1.2 Kiribati Port of Navy Harbour (Christmas Island)


Port Overview

 

Port-of-entry for goods coming from Fiji and Hawaii and for copra exports (containerised). It is the only port on the island capable of handling containers and large ships. The other Port, English Harbour, can only accommodate small inter-island boats with 2 metres or less draft. 

Navy Harbour is limited to 20 foot containers and is not accessible in rough weather conditions. It has berthing for 1 ship at a time only. Facilities are limited.   

Key port information can be found at: http://www.maritime-database.com

 

Proposed Capital Works/Expenditure

Kiritimati Branch

2019

2020

2021

Prime Mover

80,000

 

50,000

New Office

70,000

 

 

Jetty Ladder

10,000

 

 

Solar & LED lighting along jetty

30,000

20,000

 

Fencing

15,500

 

 

Upgrading London Wharf

20,000

 

 

Warehouse shed

 

 

50,000

Staff House

20,000

20,000

 

Portable Fire Equipment

20,000

 

 

Power Upgrading (3 Phase)

 

 

20,000

Mini Van/Bus (15 seat)

 

60,000

 

Total

265,500

100,000

120,000

GRAND TOTAL

2,400,500

2,140,711

1,170,000

 

Port Location and Contact

Country

Kiribati

Province or District

Christmas (Kiritimati) Island

Nearest Town or City

with Distance from Port

London (Ronton)

2 km

Port's Complete Name

Port of Navy Harbour

Latitude

2.00683889

Longitude

157.48333333

Managing Company or Port Authority

Kiribati Ports Authority

Management Contact Person

Capt.Kirikori Baoro

Nearest Airport and Airlines with Frequent International Arrivals/Departures

Cassidy International Airport

Fiji Air (Weekly service)

 

 

Port Picture


 

Description and Contacts of Key Companies

The Port is managed and maintained by the Kiribati Ports Authority  (KPA), a statutory body established in 2000 under KPA Act 1990 and operating under the direction of Board Directors appointed by the Minister of Communication, Transport and Tourism. Wholly owned by the Government, it currently employs 158 employees. 

The KPA is responsible for all stevedoring activities, security, surveys of vessels, shipping channels, and navigation aids, regulating and controlling navigation within the ports, communications and harbor control. They also manage hinterland transportation. 

For more information on port contacts, please see the following link: 4.4 Port and Waterways Companies Contact List  

Port Performance 

The channel draft is 9 metres accommodating ships of 6 metres draft maximum, and ship’s length is constrained by a jetty length of 100 metres. There is a single berth. There is no congestion as ships only call approximately every three months. Generally there is no waiting time between arrival and berthing however if the sea is rough ships may be required to anchor off for up to 5 days before they can be unloaded. This is not common.  

 

Seasonal Constraints

 

Occurs

Time Frame

Rainy Season

No

 N/a

Major Import Campaigns

No

N/a

Other Comments

 

Handling Figures for 2017

Vessel Calls

40  (including fishing vessels)

Container Traffic (TEUs)

100/ship

(Approx. 500 pa)

Handling Figures Bulk and Break Bulk for 2017

Bulk (MT)

0

Break bulk (MT)

500 mt

 

Discharge Rates and Terminal Handling Charges

Handling rate= $US16.00/m3

Discharge FCL - 20 foot container:    US$ 160.00

                          - 40 foot container:    US$ 240.00


Berthing Specifications

Type of Berth

Quantity

Length

(m)

Maximum

Draft (m)

Comments

Conventional Berth

1

100

6m

 

Container Berth

 

Silo Berth

No

n/a

n/a

 

Berthing Tugs

No

n/a

n/a

 

Water Barges

No

n/a

n/a

 


General Cargo Handling Berths

Cargo Type

Berth Identification

Imports - Bagged Cargo

1 berth for all

 

Exports - Bagged Cargo

Other Imports

Imports and Exports - RoRo

No

Port Handling Equipment

The port handling equipment is managed by the Kiribati Port Authority (a government organisation). Equipment is funded by the KPA out of revenue, not by direct government funding. 

Containers are unloaded to dockside using ships cranes, forklifted onto trailer for moving to storage area and stacked there using mobile crane.  

There is a proposed plan to obtain a trailer capable of shifting 40 foot containers and a reach stacker to handle them which will make the port 40 foot container capable. This is unconfirmed.

 

Equipment

Available

Total Quantity and Capacity Available

Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage

Dockside Crane

No

 

 

Container Gantries

No

   

Mobile Cranes

Yes

1 x 35 mt capacity

New

Reachstacker

No

   

RoRo Tugmaster (with Trailer)

No

   

Grain Elevator with Bagging Machines

No

   

Transtainer

No

   

Forklifts

Yes

1 x 20 mt

1 x 25 mt

Good condition

Fair condition

 

Container Facilities

 

There is a level fenced open space for container storage within the port area.

Facilities

20 ft

40 ft

Container Facilities Available

Open storage area for 100 x 20 foot containers

No facilities for moving 40 foot containers

Container Freight Station (CFS)

No

No

Refrigerated Container Stations

No

No

Other Capacity Details

   

Daily Take Off Capacity
(Containers per Day)

100

(Weather dependant, may be less if rough seas dockside)

Single 40 foot containers can be unloaded by ship’s crane to dock, then emptied manually.

Empty containers must then be reloaded to ship with ship’s crane.

Number of Reefer Stations
(Connection Points)

0

0

Emergency Take-off Capacity

10/hour

0

Off take Capacity of Gang Shift
(Containers per Shift)

100

0


Customs Guidance

 

Customs are available at port during port working hours. Clearance is usually immediate and there are no particular issues with customs officials or procedures. Clearance can often be done in advance of berthing.  

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

 


Terminal Information

Multipurpose Terminal

As previously documented above, there is one berth that is used for all cargo.

Grain and Bulk Handling

There is no facility for grain or bulk handling discharge at this port.

Main Storage Terminal

There is one closed storage facility for all and any cargo.

Storage Type

Number of Storage Facilities

Area (m2)

Bagged Cargo

1

 

100

General Cargo

Refrigerated Cargo

n/a

n/a


 

Stevedoring

 

Kiribati Port Authority (KPA) provides stevedoring services. KPA hire casual labour as and when required. There is no shortage of labour available for this purpose. 

 

Hinterland Information

 

All containerised cargo is moved from the port by KPA who operate the island’s only sidelifter. It is 20 foot container-capable only.

Break bulk cargo is collected by individuals using privately owned small trucks ranging from 1-5 mt of which there are plenty.

 

Port Security


The port is securely fenced and has manned security 24/7. It is ISPS compliant. There are no plans for any changes to security infrastructure or processes. Security is not a major issue on the island due to size and obvious difficulty leaving. 

Security

ISPS Compliant

Yes

Current ISPS Level
(Level 1 = Normal, Level 2 = Heightened, Level 3 = Exceptional)

1

Police Boats

No

Fire Engines

No

 

 


 

 

2.2 Kiribati Aviation

Kiribati Airports

Key airport information may also be found at: http://worldaerodata.com/

 

There are 2 international airports in Kiribati: 

  •  Bonriki International Airport on Tarawa Island
  • Cassidy International Airport on Kiritimati Island
     

 Additionally Kiribati has another 22 domestic airports, 19 of which are recognised by IATA and/or ICAO ,and 18 that provide scheduled domestic airline services.


Atoll/Island

Island group

ICAO

IATA

Airport name

Number of airlines

Number of destinations

Kiritimati

Line Islands

PLCH

CXI

Cassidy International Airport

1

2, 2 international

Tarawa

Gilbert Islands

NGTA

TRW

Bonriki International Airport

4

17 of which 5 only offer a one-way service (no return flight), 4 interational

Domestic airports featuring scheduled services

Abaiang

Gilbert Islands

NGAB

ABF

Abaiang Atoll Airport

2

2

Abemama

Gilbert Islands

NGTB

AEA

Abemama Atoll Airport

2

2 of which 1 only offers a one-way service (no return flight)

Aranuka

Gilbert Islands

NGUK

AAK

Aranuka Airport

2

2 of which 1 only offers a one-way service (no return flight)

Arorae

Gilbert Islands

NGTR

AIS

Arorae Island Airport

2

3 of which 2 only offer a one-way service (no return flight)

Beru Island

Gilbert Islands

NGBR

BEZ

Beru Island Airport

2

2

Butaritari

Gilbert Islands

NGTU

BBG

Butaritari Atoll Airport

2

3 of which 1 only offers a one-way service (no return flight)

Kuria

Gilbert Islands

NGKT

KUC

Kuria Airport

2

2

Maiana

Gilbert Islands

NGMA

MNK

Maiana Airport

2

1

Makin

Gilbert Islands

NGMN

MTK

Makin Airport

2

1

Marakei

Gilbert Islands

NGMK

MZK

Marakei Airport

2

3 of which 1 only offers a one-way service (no return flight)

Nikunau

Gilbert Islands

NGNU

NIG

Nikunau Airport

2

1

Nonouti

Gilbert Islands

NGTO

NON

Nonouti Airport

2

2

Onotoa

Gilbert Islands

NGON

OOT

Onotoa Airport

2

1

Tabiteuea

Gilbert Islands

NGTE

TBF

Tabiteuea North Airport

2

6 of which 2 only offer a one-way service (no return flight)

Tabiteuea

Gilbert Islands

NGTS

TSU

Tabiteuea South Airport

2

2

Tamana

Gilbert Islands

NGTM

TMN

Tamana Airport

2

2 of which 1 only offers a one-way service (no return flight)

Airports lacking scheduled services

Kanton Island

Phoenix Islands

PCIS

CIS

Canton Island Airport

   

Kiritimati

Line Islands

   

Aeon Airfield

   

Tabuaeran

Line Islands

PLFA

TNV

Tabuaeran Island Airport

   

Tarawa

Gilbert Islands

   

Hawkins Field

   

Teraina

Line Islands

 

TNQ

Teraina Airfield

   

 

Butaritari, Abemama, Tabiteuea North and Nikunau airfields can all accommodate up to Dash 8 aircraft; the remainder are limited to Twin Otter aircraft. Kanton is currently being upgraded to accommodate up to 737 aircraft.

Problems are experienced periodically with maintenance at outer island airstrips, but local capacity is adequate to handle these problems using equipment available to island councils.

The Civil Aviation Authority of Kiribati, known as a Civil Aviation Division a Governmental divisions under the Ministry of Information, Communications, Transport and Tourism Development (MICTTD),  is responsible for all Aviation activities in the country including the facilitation of requests for non-scheduled International Air operators wishing to use the Kiribati airport (landing permit) or Kiribati Airspace (Overfly Permit).   

Kiribati Aviation Investment Project (KAIP) has a project that aims to improve operational safety and oversight of international air transport infrastructure in Kiribati. This will include the upgrade of the Bonriki terminal in South Tarawa and a larger terminal and more sophisticated screening facilities at Cassidy International Airport on Christmas Island. The funding will also allow for the completion of seawall works on the Tarawa runway to protect from coastal erosion.

Overall, international capacity is adequate for current requirements. On a national level there is an ongoing plan to ensure all inhabited islands are serviced by air.

For more information on government agency and airport company contact information, please see the following links: 4.1 Government Contact List and 4.5 Airport Companies Contact List

Procedures for Foreign Registered Aircraft

 

1. CAAK is responsible for landing permits in respect to non-scheduled flights. 

2. In regards to the Kiribati upper airspace, Airports Fiji Limited (AFL) provides oceanic Air Traffic Management (ATM) services in the upper airspace of the Nadi Flight Information Region (FIR). The sovereign territories of Kiribati lie within the Nadi FIR, therefore, it's AFL that controls the Kiribati upper airspace. Please liaise with them on this matter. 

3. For the registration of foreign aircrafts, please refer to the attached file for more information.   


Additionally, the CAAK requires  3-5 working days to process landing permits. Listed below are the documents needed when applying for a landing permit:

a) copy of general declaration; 

b) a valid certificate of airworthiness for an aircraft;

c) a valid aircraft insurance;

d) certificate of registration;

e) passport biodata of crews and passengers.  

 

A landing fee and parking fee is part of this process.  A landing fee shall be payable in respect to any landing of an aircraft at a specified airport on each journey from a place outside and within Kiribati, at the following rate:

a) at a maximum take-off weight (MTW) of up to 5,700 kg : $15 (fixed)

b) from 5,701 kg to 15,000 kg: $5.00 per 1,000 kg or part thereof

c) from 15,001 kg to 40,000 kg: $6.00 per 1,000 kg or part thereof

d) from 40,001 kg to 50,000 kg: $7.50 per 1,000 kg or part thereof

e) above 50,000 kg: $15.00 per 1,000 kg or part thereof.  

 

Parking fees for such visiting aircrafts will be charged at a rate of $100.00 for the first three hours and beyond that, at a rate of $10.00 per hour or part thereof. 

For more information on procedures for foreign registered aircraft, please see the following attachments: 5.2 Appendix Foreign Air Transport Operator Certification

 

2.2.1 Kiribati Bonriki International Airport

Airport Overview

Bonriki International Airport (TRW) is Kiribati’s main airport and is located on the island of Tarawa which is part of the Gilbert group of Islands. Currently, direct international services to Tarawa are operated by three international airlines – Fiji Airways, Solomon Air and Air Nauru. The airport has only two parking positions for narrow body jet aircraft, and renovations to the terminal building are currently underway. The Airport Ground Handling Agent possesses very limited GSE equipment.

Airport Location and Contact

Country

Kiribati

Province or District

South Tarawa

Nearest Town or City
with Distance from Airport

Bikenibeu

7 km

Airport’s Complete Name

Bonriki International Airport

Latitude

01°22’54°N

Longitude

01°0849°E

Elevation (ft and m)

9 ft / 3 m

IATA Code

TRW

ICAO Code

NGTA

Managing Company or Airport Authority

Civil Aviation Authority Kiribati

Management Contact Person

Mr. Tiubeta Been Rimon

Open From (hours)

0800 hr

Open To (hours)

1615 hr

Airport Picture

The airport site comprises:

  • • Runway strip and terminal area;
  • • Control Tower and ARFF on the north side of the runway;
  • • A water reserve north of runway. This excludes native residential land along the road at north end; and
  • • Residential land (south-west corner is Bonriki Village whilst the south-eastern land is Native residential land).

Bonriki Airport has a single runway as follows:

  • • Runway 09/27 - 2,011 m long x 45 m wide (paved) within a 150 m wide runway strip.

Description and Contacts of Key Companies

 

Air Kiribati has had a tradition of being the national flag carrier for the Republic of Kiribati. Though only in existence since 1995, the organisation can trace its roots back to the late 1970s with previous national carrier called Air Tungaru which serviced Kiribati for almost 20 years. Since 1995 Air Kiribati has offered international services but has been predominately focused on providing domestic connections through the Gilbert Islands Group of Kiribati. In 2016 Air Kiribati commenced domestic operations in the Line Island Group servicing both Washington and Fanning Islands. In 2017, the IATA once again recognised Air Kiribati as an international airline once it was allocated its official two-letter code IK and three numeric code 069. This change has allowed the airline to operate internationally once again.   

 

Air Kiribati is a 100% government owned airline. The Air Kiribati Board directly reports to the Minister for Information, Communication, Transport and Tourism Development (MICTTD). 

 

KOIL Kiribati Oil Company – fuel supplier (Jet-A1) at Bonriki International Airport

 

Located on south Tarawa, Kiribati Oil Co ltd is fully government-owned. The company was established in 1986 as marketer and distributor of fuel products under government company act registration #21.

 

For more information on airport contacts, please see the following link: 4.5 Airport Companies Contact List

Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: http://www.azfreight.com/

Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator

 

Currently 3 carriers are serving international routes: Fiji Airways, Solomon Air and Air Nauru. The passenger terminal which was undergoing renovations at the time of this assessment, is one of the bottlenecks as it can serve only (max) one narrow body aircraft per hour; however, there will be no more space provided after completion as the terminal will remain within its current footprint, meaning the capacity will remain the same. Completion of terminal renovation works is expected by the end of 2018.

Performance for 2017

 

Per Year

Per Month Per Day

Total Aircraft Movements

11,768 approx. 9,000 approx. 30

Total Passengers

100,201 approx. 10,000 approx. 270

Total Capacity of the Airport (MT)

n/a n/a n/a

Current Activity of the Airport (MT)

n/a n/a n/a

Current Use by Humanitarian Flights (UNHAS)

0 0 0

The airport’s current cargo capacity meets immediate requirements. The terminal cargo handling area is undergoing an upgrade that will improve efficiency and capacity. Completion is scheduled for late 2018.

Runways

Complete runway, taxiway and apron resurfacing was finished in 2016. However, runway and apron surfaces are deteriorating rapidly due to inappropriate aggregate (mud stone) used as one of the asphalt components. 

Runway #1

Runway Dimensions

2011 m

Orientation

09/27

Surface

Asphalt

 

Helicopter Pad(s)

There is no helipad but sufficient areas in proximity to the terminal could be used in cases of humanitarian action.  

Helipad #1

Present

No

Largest Helicopter that can Land

n/a

Width and Length (m)

n/a

Surface

n/a

 

Airport Infrastructure Details

The runway strip at Bonriki International Airport is not compliant with NZ CARs and ICAO SARPs as its width is less than 75 m to both sides of the centre line (width less than 150 m) due to obstacles in the strip.

Several new pieces of equipment have been provided through KAIP (Kiribati Aviation Investment Program):

-       new PAPI system

-       Automated weather Observation System (AWOS) (not commissioned)

-       New VHF radio console

-       Wind Direction Indicators for both RWY 09 and 27

-       Two newly refurbished fire tenders Oshkosh T-1500

In June 2017, a new runway, taxiway and apron lighting system was installed and commissioned, which enables use of the aerodrome at night. Maintenance of equipment is being done regularly; however, when it comes to procurement of spare parts, the situation sometimes becomes very difficult due to different constraints (remoteness, transportation, availability of suppliers, etc.).

Customs

Yes

JET A-1 fuel

Yes 

Immigration

Yes

AVGAS 100

No

Terminal Building

Yes

Single Point Refueling

No

Passenger Terminal

Yes

Air Starter Units

Yes

Cargo terminal

Yes

Ground Power (mobile)

No

Pax Transport to Airfield

Taxi

Ground Handling Services

Yes

Control Tower

Yes

Latrine Servicing

No

Weather Facilities

Yes

Fire Fighting Category (ICAO)

Cat 6

Catering Services

No

De-icing Equipment

N/a

Base Operating Room

Yes

Parking Ramp Lighting

Yes

Airport Radar

No

Approach & Runway Lights

PAPI

NDB

No

VOR

No

ILS

No

 

 

Airport Operating Details

Operating Details

Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Bulk Cargo

B737-800, A320

Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Pallet

B737-800, A320

Total Aircraft Parking Area (m²)

N/A

Storage Area (m3 and MT)

Nil

Handling Equipment

Elevators / Hi Loaders

Yes

Max Capacity (MT)

1.4 mt

Max Height (m)

4.5 m

Loading Ramps

No

Other Comments

Belt loader 150kg capacity

Customs Guidance

Customs are present during airport operating hours.

Depending on the size of an aircraft (the number of passengers), all passenger formalities can take up to 1.5 hours, including Immigration, Health, Customs and Agriculture. 

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

Storage Facilities

There is very little available storage space. If storage is required, containers brought in from the port area would be the best option. Larger scale storage would require Mobile Storage Units to be constructed.

Airfield Costs

Navigation Charges

Under the Civil Aviation Act 2004 (Part V Section 46 and 47) Civil Aviation (Fees and Charges) Regulations 2014 The following fees (table below) are applicable. 

Charges

Aircraft Weight - MTOW (kg)

 

0 - 5,700

5,701 - 15,000 15,001 - 40,000

40,001 - 50,000

Above 50,000

Navigation (per journey) AUD - $

Not stated Not stated Not stated Not stated Not stated

Landing AUD - $

15 $5.00/1,000kg $6.00/1,000kg $7.50/1000kg $15.00/1000kg

Night Landing USD - $

n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a

Night Take-Off USD - $

n/a

n/a n/a

n/a

n/a

Lighting Fee  $AUD (where applicable/available) $1.20/500kg

$50.00/take off & $50.00/landing.

$100/hour when continuous lighting is required.

Parking

$100 for first3 hours and $10/hour thereafter

Handling Charges

Not stated

Not stated Not stated

Not stated

Not stated

Aircraft involved in search and rescue or those that have applied for exemption from the Minister will be exempt from Landing Fees.

Fuel Services Charges

Fuel and services are supplied by KOI. This government-owned company sets the fuel prices.

  Price per Litre USD - $
Jet A-1 $2.40
Avgas n/a

Cargo Terminal Charges

Air Kiribati who are responsible for all cargo handling advise they do not have handling charges and neither do customs.

Import Charges

Type of Charge

Rate USD - $ per kg

Comments

Handling Charge

n/a

 

Break Bulk Fee

n/a

 

Diplomatic Mail

n/a

 

Strong Room – per consignment

n/a

 

Cold Storage Fee

n/a

 

Delivery Outside Normal Working Hours

n/a

 

Preparation of substitute AOA – Invoice – Receipt

n/a

 

Storage per Day

n/a

 

Export

Handling Charges – Un-palletized Cargo

n/a

 

International Air Waybill

n/a

 

Local Air Waybill

n/a

 

Air Way Bill Amendment - Cancellation

n/a

 

Air Way Bill Documentation

n/a

 

Diplomatic Mail

n/a

 

Storage Charges per Day

n/a

 

Air-bridge Charges

n/a

Security

Security non-designated airport. Passenger, hold baggage and cabin baggage screening available.

New x-ray equipment expected when terminal renovation process is finished (2018).

2.2.2 Kiribati Cassidy International Airport

Airport Overview

The airport services international flights from Fiji and Hawaii to Christmas Island. Services, infrastructure and storage facilities are quite basic but planned upgrades are in progress and due for completion in late 2018.

Airport Location and Contact

Country

Kiribati

Province or District

Christmas (Kiritimati) Island

Nearest Town or City
with Distance from Airport

London (Ronton)

20km

Airport’s Complete Name

Cassidy International Airport

Latitude

01°59’10°N

Longitude

157°20´59"W

Elevation (ft and m)

6ft / 2m

IATA Code

CXI  

ICAO Code

PLCH

Managing Company or Airport Authority

Civil Aviation Authority Kiribati

Management Contact Person

Ruuta Ioata (riota.am@gmail.com tel.73091580)

Open From (hours)

Monday 0800 hr

Open To (hours)

Friday 1615 hr

Airport Picture

Description and Contacts of Key Companies

The Ministry of Communications, Transport and Tourism is responsible for the administration of the airport. All cargo and baggage handling is the responsibility of Air Kiribati, a private company with offices in Tarawa and Christmas Island.   

For more information on airport contacts, please see the following link: 4.5 Airport Companies Contact List

Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: http://www.azfreight.com/

Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator

The current facility is not adequate for demand (approx. 20% shortfall for both cargo and passenger demand). As part of a World Bank project a new terminal is under construction with completion due by the end of 2018. Baggage and cargo handling equipment is also to be installed to increase capacity. There are also plans to upgrade the runway from 737-800 to airbus capacity. There are marked seasonal variations. 50% of total volumes are done from November - January.  

Performance for 2017

 

Per Year

Per Week Per Day

Total Aircraft Movements

156

1 x international

2 x domestic
 

Total Passengers

13,000 in/out    

Total Capacity of the Airport (MT)

8,000    

Current Activity of the Airport (MT)

Outbound: 7,000 mt

Inbound: not/available
   

Current Use by Humanitarian Flights (UNHAS)

Nil    

Current capacity is limited by facilities. All handling is by manual labour. Upgrades are planned to be completed by the end of 2018.

Runways

The present condition is adequate but nearing the end of its life. Plans are underway for an upgrade that will accommodate up to Airbus size aircraft due for completion by the end of 2018.

Runway #1

Runway Dimensions

2103 m X 45 m

Orientation

08/26

Surface

Asphalt

 

Helicopter Pad(s)

 

There is no designated helicopter landing pad however there is plenty of open space around the terminal and runway area for landing helicopters. Due to the distances over sea to Christmas Island, helicopters are not generally a practical option in this location. Occasional fishing boat helicopters visit and landings are controlled by airport authority.

 

Airport Infrastructure Details

Equipment is generally regularly and well maintained. Two new fire fighting appliances have recently been added and handling equipment, navigational aids and runway lighting are all part of 2018 planned upgrades.

Customs

Yes

JET A-1 fuel

Yes

Immigration

Yes

AVGAS 100

Yes

Terminal Building

Yes

Single Point Refueling

No

Passenger Terminal

Yes

Air Starter Units

No

Cargo terminal

Yes

Ground Power (mobile)

Yes

Pax Transport to Airfield

No

Ground Handling Services

Yes

Control Tower

No

Latrine Servicing

No

Weather Facilities

Yes

Fire Fighting Category (ICAO)

Cat 6

Catering Services

No

De-icing Equipment

n/a

Base Operating Room

No

Parking Ramp Lighting

No

Airport Radar

No

Approach & Runway Lights

No

NDB

Yes

VOR

No

ILS

PAPI

 

 

Airport Operating Details

Operating Details

Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Bulk Cargo

737-800

Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Pallet

737-800 (Note: offloading is all manual)

Total Aircraft Parking Area (m²)

200m2 (2 aircraft max)

Storage Area (m3 and MT)

2x 20’ containers (upgrade will be to 100m2)

Handling Equipment

Elevators / Hi Loaders

No

Max Capacity (MT)

n/a

Max Height (m)

n/a

Loading Ramps

No

Other Comments

Manual handling only

Customs Guidance

 

Customs are present and operating in the terminal during airport operating hours for all in and outbound flights. Cargo is cleared same day and there are no issues with customs officials.

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

Storage Facilities

Storage facilities are extremely limited. There are 2 x 20’ containers. Incoming storage is under customs control. Outgoing storage is controlled by Air Kiribati, the handling company. Rates are detailed in the tables below.

Airfield Costs

Navigation Charges

Under the Civil Aviation Act 2004 (Part V Section 46 and 47) Civil Aviation (Fees and Charges) Regulations 2014 The following fees (table below) are applicable.

Charges

Aircraft Weight - MTOW (kg)

 

0 – 5,700

5,701 – 15,000

15,001 – 40,000

40,001 – 50,000

Above 50,000

Navigation (per journey) AUD - $

Not stated

Not stated

Not stated

Not stated

Not stated

Landing AUD - $

15

$5.00/1,000kg

$6.00/1,000kg

$7.50/1000kg

$15.00/1000kg

Night Landing USD - $

N/a

N/a

N/a

N/a

N/a

Night Take-Off USD - $

N/a

N/a

N/a

N/a

N/a

Lighting Fee  $AUD (where applicable/available)

$1.20/500kg

$50.00/take off & $50.00/landing.

$100/hour when continuous lighting is required.

Parking $AUD

$100 for 1st 3 hours and $10/hour thereafter

Handling Charges

Not stated

Not stated

Not stated

Not stated

Not stated

Aircraft involved in search and rescue or those that have applied for exemption from the Minister will be exempt from Landing Fees.

Fuel Services Charges

Fuel service is supplied and prices set by KOIL Ltd.

  Price per Litre USD - $
Jet A-1 1.43
Avgas 3.37

Cargo Terminal Charges

 

Air Kiribati who are responsible for all cargo handling advise they do not have handling charges and neither do customs.

Import Charges

Type of Charge

Rate USD - $ per kg

Comments

Handling Charge

n/a

 

Break Bulk Fee

n/a

 

Diplomatic Mail

n/a

 

Strong Room – per consignment

n/a

 

Cold Storage Fee

n/a

 

Delivery Outside Normal Working Hours

n/a

 

Preparation of substitute AOA – Invoice – Receipt

n/a

 

Storage per Day

n/a

 

Export

Handling Charges – Un-palletized Cargo

n/a

 

International Air Waybill

n/a

 

Local Air Waybill

n/a

 

Air Way Bill Amendment - Cancellation

n/a

 

Air Way Bill Documentation

n/a

 

Diplomatic Mail

n/a

 

Storage Charges per Day

n/a

 

Air-bridge Charges

There is no airbridge.

Security

The airfield is partly fenced, to be completed end of 2018. There is manned security on site 24/7. The airfield does not have a current international security ranking.

2.3 Kiribati Road Network


Kiribati Roads

The main island of Tarawa has 33 km of sealed road and 8 km of feeder roads. It is the lone vehicular transport route on the atoll. Using World Bank Finance, the road has recently been upgraded to provide good access between the seaport of Betio and the airport on Tarawa. it includes  footpaths, improved drainage, speed humps, solar street lighting, and road signage. Due to the nature of the low-lying topography, this road is under constant threat of flooding and erosion by the sea.

The Japanese Government is funding an upgrade of the causeway between Tarawa Island and Betio Island. The upgrade will provide wider and less flood-prone access between the Port of Betio, the capital Bairiki, and the rest of Tarawa. It is due for completion by early 2019. 

There is no vehicular access to the Northern islands of Tarawa from the south. 

Christmas Island has a tar sealed road that circumnavigates the Island that was built by the USA immediately post-war. It is in very good condition and allows good access to all settlements. 

Outlying islands have limited crushed coral roads that are generally all weather. Motorbikes are the main form of transport on these islands.


For more information on government contact details, please see the following link:  4.1 Government Contact List

Distance Matrix

 

Bairiki

Betio Port

Bikenibeu

Bonriki Airport

Bairiki

 

6

17

23

Betio Port

6

 

23

29

 Bikenibeu

17

23

 

6

Bonriki Airport

23

29

6

 

Travel Time Matrix

Travel Time from Capital City to Major Towns (minutes)

 

Bairiki

Betio Port

Bikenibeu

Bonriki Airport

Bairiki

 

20

35

50

Betio Port

20

 

55

70

Bikenibeu

35

55

 

15

Bonriki Airport

50

70

15

 

Road Security

 

Vehicle travel is generally slow moving (there are regular speed humps) so there is little danger of high-speed collisions. Surface water or erosion from rain or high tides is the biggest issue and can often result in closures. Feeder roads are generally unformed crushed coral tracks between villages and houses, narrow and unsuitable for heavy vehicles.


 

2.5 Kiribati Waterways


HQ to INSERT HERE navigable waterways map from GIS team in Rome.

 

There are no ‘internal’ waterways in Kiribati however inter-island water transport is the main form of transportation for people and goods in the country.

Ferries and landing craft are used extensively for transportation of people and cargo. Many of the outer islands do not have docking facilities for large ships and therefore landing craft are the preferred option for heavy cargo/vehicles, otherwise transhipment using small boats from ships anchored off the beach is the norm.  

For more information on government contact details, please see the following link: 4.1 Government Contact List 

Company Information 

There are several companies involved in inter-island shipping that provide passenger and cargo options, maintaining competition. There are some ongoing issues with safety as a result of overloading and ageing vessels, however there are a number of new landing craft available capable of carrying 50 – 150 passengers and 150 mt+ to beach locations safely (Kiribati National Shipping Line and Lu’s Marine).  Kiribati National Shipping Line is negotiating to purchase a 170 mt specialist fuel-carrying (International Marine Pollution Standard) landing craft.

For more information on waterway company contact details, please see the following link: 4.4 Port and Waterways Companies Contact List 

Passenger Carrying Capacity

 

Oceanic Shipping

 Kiribati National Shipping Line

Lu’s Marine

Number of

Passenger Vessels

< 20 Passengers

0

0

0

Number of

Passenger Vessels

< 50 Passengers

2

1 x 30

1 x 39

1 x 50

(see Landing Craft below)

0

Number of

Passenger Vessels

< 100 Passengers

0

0

1 x 80

1 x 70

Number of

Passenger Vessels

> 100 Passengers

0

1 x 150

(see Landing Craft below)

0

Cargo Carrying Capacity

 

Oceanic Shipping

Kiribati National Shipping Line

Lu’s Marine

Boats

Number of Boats

0

0

3

Tonnage / Volume

Carrying Capacity (MT / m3)

0

0

2 x 50 mt (+80 Pax each)

1 x 70 mt

Landing Craft

Number of Landing Craft

2

2

0

Tonnage / Volume

Carrying Capacity (MT / m3)

1 x 100 mt

1 x 160 mt

2 x 200 mt

0

Tugs

Number of Tugs

N/a

N/a

N/a

Tonnage / Volume

Carrying Capacity (MT / m3)

N/a

N/a

N/a

Travel Time Matrix

Use an average shipping speed of 4-5 knots.

2.6 Kiribati Storage Assessment


 

In the capital, Bairiki, there is some limited commercial storage that is generally used by the owners who have wholesale food and hardware operations. There is limited permanent storage capacity at the ports and airports. 20 feet containers are the preferred option. 

Every village has a meeting house (Maneaba) and whilst they are not secure against pests, they can provide shelter for short-term storage of food and NFIs. Additionally, in most villages there are churches and schools that can provide more secure storage space. 

20 foot containers are the main secure storage used in Tarawa and on Christmas Island. They are readily available and easily transported to these locations. 

The outer islands have some limited storage available that generally satisfies current requirements.

In general the country’s storage infrastructure is not well developed and there are few specialist storage facilities available however the use 20 foot containers satisfies current demand. 

 

Commercial Storage

There are few specialist commercial storage operations. Most of those present with storage capacity are using 20 foot containers and will add more if required. It is suggested that humanitarian agencies arriving in-country consider bringing their own containers filled with supplies.

 

Storage Used by Humanitarian Organisations

The humanitarian organisations present - Red Cross, UNICEF, UNFPA, UNDP and UN Women - all rely on 20 foot containers for storage. It is limited and they have no capacity to share space.

Location

Organization

Sharing Possibility

Capacity

(MT / m² / m³)

Type [1]

Access [2]

Condition [3]

Betio

Red Cross

No

3 x 20 foot container

N/A

N/A

N/A

South Tarawa

UNICEF, UNFPA, UNDP and UNWOMAN

No

2 x 20 foot container

N/A

N/A

N/A

 

[1] Warehouse Type: Open storage, container, rub-hall, silo, concrete, other, unspecified
[2]
 Warehouse Access: Raised-siding, flat
[3]
 Warehouse condition: Appears intact, appears damaged, under construction/repair

Public Sector Storage

There is no public sector storage available.

Cold Chain

There are no commercial cold chain storage options other than those being used by fishing companies for their own requirements.