vanuatu domestic Shipping

Domestic shipping services across Vanuatu

Silentworld offers dependable domestic shipping throughout Vanuatu, connecting key islands and communities with scheduled cargo services and tailored freight solutions.

about the services

Connecting Vanuatu’s Islands with trusted shipping solutions

Silentworld’s domestic shipping services in Vanuatu are designed to meet the diverse logistical needs of businesses, government projects, and communities across the archipelago.

With deep experience operating in Pacific island environments, we deliver cargo with care, consistency, and local expertise.

Our dedicated vessels are well-suited for inter-island transport, offering both scheduled routes and flexible charter services.

From general cargo and fuel to essential supplies, we ensure reliable delivery even to remote locations with limited infrastructure.

With operational support in Port Vila and Santo, we maintain a strong local presence, enabling efficient consolidation, coordination, and cargo handling.

Whether you’re moving commercial goods, construction materials, or community supplies, Silentworld is your trusted domestic shipping partner in Vanuatu.

Domestic Shipping Routes

Northern Route

Operates every Wednesday from Port Vila

Main Port Hubs	Arrival Day	Time / Notes
Port Vila	Wednesday	Depart – Morning
Epi Island	Wednesday Evening	Arrival
Rovoliu	Thursday Morning	Offload & Load
Forland	Thursday Morning	Offload & Load
Malvasi	Thursday Morning	Offload & Load
Laman Bay	Thursday Morning	Offload & Load
Paama Island	Thursday Midday	Offload & Load
Futekai	Thursday Midday	Offload & Load
Vauleli	Thursday Midday	Offload & Load
Tahi	Thursday Midday	Offload & Load
Liro	Thursday Midday	Offload & Load
Tavie	Thursday Midday	Offload & Load
Ambrym Island	Thursday Afternoon	Offload & Load
Moru	Thursday Afternoon	Offload & Load
Greg Cove	Thursday Afternoon	Offload & Load
Ranon	Thursday Afternoon	Offload & Load
Lynbul	Thursday Afternoon	Offload & Load
Nobul	Thursday Afternoon	Offload & Load
Pentecost Island	Friday Morning	Offload & Load
Ranputor	Friday Morning	Offload & Load
Bemo	Friday Morning	Offload & Load
Wali	Friday Morning	Offload & Load
Panas	Friday Morning	Offload & Load
Ransuksuk	Friday Morning	Offload & Load
Hot Wots	Friday Morning	Offload & Load
NDM Lonoro	Friday Morning	Offload & Load
Lorono Plantation	Friday Midday	Offload & Load
Barret	Friday Midday	Offload & Load
White Wota	Friday Midday	Offload & Load
Rammawot	Friday Midday	Offload & Load
Waterfall	Friday Midday	Offload & Load
Hall Blo Stone	Friday Midday	Offload & Load
Melsisi	Friday Midday	Offload & Load
Bwatnafni	Friday Afternoon	Offload & Load
Namaram	Friday Afternoon	Offload & Load
Namaramuit	Friday Afternoon	Offload & Load
Loltong	Friday Afternoon	Offload & Load
Abatuntora	Friday Afternoon	Offload & Load
Laone	Friday Afternoon	Offload & Load
Lolowai	Friday Evening	Arrival – Offload & Load
Santo	Saturday Morning	Arrival – Offload & Load

Southern Route

Operates every Tuesday from Santo

Main Port Hubs	Arrival Day	Time / Notes
Santo	Monday Load , Tuesday Morning Depart	Load
Lolowai	Tuesday Night	Offload & Load
Laone	Wednesday Morning	Offload & Load
Abatuntora	Wednesday Morning	Offload & Load
Loltong	Wednesday Morning	Offload & Load
Namaramuit	Wednesday Morning	Offload & Load
Namaram	Wednesday Morning	Offload & Load
Bwatnafni	Wednesday Morning	Offload & Load
Melsisi	Wednesday Midday	Offload & Load
Hall Blo Stone	Wednesday Midday	Offload & Load
Waterfall	Wednesday Midday	Offload & Load
Rammawot	Wednesday Midday	Offload & Load
White Wota	Wednesday Midday	Offload & Load
Barret	Wednesday Midday	Offload & Load
Lorono Plantation	Wednesday Midday	Offload & Load
NDM Lonoro	Wednesday Afternoon	Offload & Load
Hot Wots	Wednesday Afternoon	Offload & Load
Ransuksuk	Wednesday Afternoon	Offload & Load
Panas	Wednesday Afternoon	Offload & Load
Wali	Wednesday Afternoon	Offload & Load
Bemo	Wednesday Afternoon	Offload & Load
Ranputor	Wednesday Afternoon	Offload & Load
Pentecost Island	Wednesday Evening	Offload & Load
Nobul	Thursday Morning	Offload & Load
Lynbul	Thursday Morning	Offload & Load
Ranon	Thursday Morning	Offload & Load
Greg Cove	Thursday Morning	Offload & Load
Moru	Thursday Morning	Offload & Load
Ambrym Island	Thursday Midday	Offload & Load
Tavie	Thursday Afternoon	Offload & Load
Liro	Thursday Afternoon	Offload & Load
Tahi	Thursday Afternoon	Offload & Load
Vauleli	Thursday Afternoon	Offload & Load
Futekai	Thursday Afternoon	Offload & Load
Paama Island	Thursday Evening	Offload & Load
Laman Bay	Friday Morning	Offload & Load
Malvasi	Friday Morning	Offload & Load
Forland	Friday Morning	Offload & Load
Rovoliu	Friday Morning	Offload & Load
Epi Island	Friday Evening	Offload & Load
Port Vila	Saturday Morning	Arrival – End of Route

East route

Operates on the 2nd Tuesday of the month.

Main Port Hubs	Arrival	Time
Kiu	Wednesday	am
Waisisi	Thursday	am
West Areare	Thursday	am
East Areare	Friday	am
Masupa	Friday	pm

Purpose-built vessels for reliable domestic shipping

Torres Star

(31-metre Landing Craft Tanker)

Santo Star

(24-metre Landing Craft Tanker)

Western Star

(31-metre Landing Craft Tanker)

Contact our Honiara team for domestic freight & fuel solutions

Silentworld Shipping and Logistics Ltd, Honiara

FAQ

01. Do you offer domestic shipping services within all islands of Vanuatu?

Yes, Silentworld provides reliable domestic shipping services across all major islands of Vanuatu. With operational support in Port Vila and Santo and integrated domestic freight services, we support local businesses, government agencies, and communities with consistent, on-time deliveries and maintain a strong local presence, enabling efficient consolidation, coordination, and cargo handling.

02. What types of goods can be shipped domestically in Vanuatu?

Silentworld’s domestic shipping services in Vanuatu support the transport of a wide variety of goods, including general cargo, construction materials, food supplies, fuel, machinery, and household items. Our domestic freight services are designed to accommodate the diverse logistical needs of businesses, government projects, and communities across the islands.

03. How do you ensure timely and secure delivery of cargo between remote islands in Vanuatu?

With a strong presence across the region and experienced local teams, we manage every step of the journey from loading to offloading with precision and care. Our robust Transport & Logistics infrastructure allows us to navigate challenging routes efficiently, ensuring that cargo reaches even the most remote destinations safely and on schedule.

04. What are the weight and size limits for domestic freight shipping in Vanuatu?

Silentworld offers flexible domestic freight services that can accommodate a wide range of cargo sizes and weights. We have 2 vessels for reliable domestic shipping in Vanuatu – Santo Star and Western Star:

Santo Star (24-metre Landing Craft Tanker)

Ideal for Western Province routes with shallow lagoons
Transports up to 70,000 litres of bulk fuel
Handles 70 tonnes of deck cargo
Compact and agile for hard-to-reach areas
Fuel consumption: approx. 45 litres/hour

Western Star (31-metre Landing Craft Tanker)

Carries up to 200,000 litres of bulk diesel
Supports 170 tonnes of deck cargo
Specialises in Western Solomon Islands cargo operations
Strong and reliable for general freight tasks
Fuel consumption: approx. 80 litres/hour

05. As a leading shipping, logistics & fuel supply company in the Pacific, how do you ensure reliable domestic shipping across Vanuatu’s islands?

Silentworld ensures reliable domestic shipping services across Vanuatu through a combination of experienced crews, dedicated vessels, and a deep understanding of local island routes. Our end-to-end domestic freight services are supported by strong operational planning and real-time coordination to minimise delays and disruptions.

Our advantages

Silent World’s domestic shipping services have waterfront storage bases in both Port Vila and in Santo which allow for cargo storage prior to the arrival of the shipping vessel.

While most other companies only accept cargo on the day of departure, Silentworld is able to accomodate pre-departure storage thus reducing the risk of delays and stress on the date of shipping.