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Would you like to capture Napier Port on camera?

We ask everyone to begin by filling in a form that outlines exactly what and where you want to shoot. Napier Port is an operational environment and safety is our first focus. We’ll use the information you share to work out how we can help you while prioritising your safety and the safety of everyone else at Napier Port.

It takes a bit of time to coordinate a safe visit, so we ask that you complete and submit the below form at least five working days before your planned shoot date.

Additional drone application requirements

Consent to launch, land, or operate a drone from within Napier Port’s boundary for commercial aerial inspections and photography can be obtained by completing the below form at least five working days before your planned flight date. We also require additional drone-specific documentation in order to approve your application, as outlined further down this page.

Your full name:*
Your organisation:*
Phone*
Cellphone:*
Email*
Requested activity (select all that apply):*
Please give a detailed description of what you would like to film or photograph. How do you intend to use the material? What is your purpose in gathering this material?*
Full names of all cast and crew (note only listed cast and crew will be allowed access to Napier Port):*
Total number of cast and crew:*
Proposed start date:*
MM slash DD slash YYYY
Proposed end date:
MM slash DD slash YYYY
Expected time on and off port (if more than one day, please list hours for each day present on port):*
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Before you arrive

Once your application to film at Napier Port has been approved, there are a few things you need to know before your visit:

All persons visiting Napier Port must carry valid photo ID (driver’s licence or passport)
All visitors are requested to undertake our health and safety induction prior to filming or photography.

When you arrive

It’s important to follow instructions to make sure your visit to Napier Port is safe and productive. Here are some things to remember on the day of your shoot:

When you arrive at the Main Office, ‘check in’ using the tablet in the lobby. When asked who you’re here to see, input the name of the Communications Advisor coordinating your shoot. They’ll receive a notification that you’ve arrived and will meet you in the lobby.
You must wear appropriate covered footwear and a high visibility vest at all times during the shoot.
All instructions from Napier Port personnel must be followed at all times.
When you leave the port, make sure to ‘check out’ using the system in the Main Office lobby.

Drone operation in or around Napier Port

It is not permitted to fly drones within Napier Port and/or the surrounding harbour without consent, and doing so could result in prosecution.

Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) or Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV), commonly referred to as drones, are not permitted to be land, take off or fly over any property, the harbour or waterways owned or controlled by Napier Port for reasons of security, port user and navigational safety.

Consent to launch, land, or operate a drone from within Napier Port’s boundary for commercial aerial inspections and photography can be obtained by completing the above application at least 5 working days before your planned flight date. The following information and certifications will also be required to approve your application:

Drone Flight Request Form
Proof of public liability insurance
Civil Aviation Authority certification
Risk assessment

(Note: non-commercial flights are not permitted at any time).

Napier Port will endeavour to process your request as soon as practicable. Please note that further information may be required to enable Napier Port to process your application.

An application for consent may be granted or refused by Napier Port and maybe subject to any conditions that Napier Port deem necessary to ensure the safety of port users, property, vessels and wildlife and the prevention of nuisance.

If you have any questions about the use of a drone within or near Napier Port , please email safetyadvisors@napierport.co.nz or call 06 833 4317.