Freight & Logistics
Ports, rail, shipping, air freight and the logistics companies moving New Zealand’s goods.
Nick Leggett: Caution needed on climate change policy for heavy transport
Many of us are taking time to digest the Climate Change Commission’s draft report that was released almost two weeks ago. The report lays out our…
Major dealerships begin contactless vehicle service
Major dealerships are moving to contactless vehicle deliveries under Auckland’s level 3 COVID-19 restrictions. Toyota NZ says it “remains committed” to supporting the local communities it…
Daimler Trucks invests $20m into Detroit ePowertrain
Daimler Trucks North America is investing US$20 million into manufacturing a new battery electric powertrain for its upcoming Freightliner eCascadia and Freightliner eM2. The new Detroit…
Freightways appoints Mark Cairns to board
Mark Cairns Freightways has appointed retiring Port of Tauranga boss Mark Cairns to its board of directors. The role is effective from April 1 and Cairns…
Music and fireworks delight thousands at SeePort
More than 20,000 people visited Ports of Auckland to celebrate Auckland Anniversary Weekend and the eighth year of SeePort. Aucklanders danced under a bright sky alight…
Air NZ backs Govt biofuels mandate
Air New Zealand is backing the Government’s in principle decision to implement a biofuels mandate to reduce carbon emissions in the transport sector. Air New Zealand…
UPS to sell freight business for US$800m
Transport and logistics giant UPS is selling its freight business to Canadian-based transport and logistics company TFI International for US$800 million. UPS says the decision to sell…
Maritime Union doubles down on Ports of Auckland criticism
The Maritime Union of New Zealand (MUNZ) is doubling down on its view that Ports of Auckland’s “failed automation plan” is causing delays and staff shortages…
Bulk cargo up, container volumes down at Napier Port
Napier Port is reporting an increase in bulk cargo for its first quarter 2021 results, however container volumes are down due to global supply chain delays. …
Video: AirportLink EV bus fleet launched
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-xoD-YHB0qM A fleet of nine fully electric buses are being rolled out to service key transport connections between Manukau and Auckland Airport. The AirportLink starts from…