Freight & Logistics
Ports, rail, shipping, air freight and the logistics companies moving New Zealand’s goods.

Michael Barnett: Less talk and more action needed for Auckland’s transport problems
Politicians have promised many projects to fix Auckland’s transport system when they win elections. But Aucklanders realise those promises are meaningless without action. What Auckland needs…

Port of Tauranga CEO Mark Cairns to step down
Port of Tauranga chief executive Mark Cairns has announced his retirement after more than 15 years at the helm of New Zealand’s largest port. He has…

Port Tarakohe gets $20m govt funding to boost mussel industry
Golden Bay’s Port Tarakohe is receiving $20 million in government funding for redevelopment to help boost the region’s mussel farming industry. The loan is via the…

New air cargo service adds capacity to Asian market
Freight operator Polar Air Cargo has made its first touch down at Auckland Airport for a new weekly service. The operator will fly between Auckland, Sydney…

Toll Group’s future uncertain
Toll Group’s future is up in the air with reports its parent company Japan Post is seeking potential buyers for the global freight and logistics giant…

Rail and Maritime Union backs sick leave petition
The Rail and Maritime Transport Union (RMTU) is backing a petition which outlines improved sick leave conditions for workers, it says. RMTU general secretary Wayne…

Ports of Auckland worker killed
A Ports of Auckland stevedore has been killed after an incident involving a shipping container. The incident happened around 2am on Sunday morning while working…

Port of Tauranga posts $90m profit
Port of Tauranga has reported full year net profit after tax of $90 million, down $10.6m compared to the previous year. The result was based on…

TIL Logistics net profit up 50%
TIL Logistics Group is reporting sales growth with full year net profit after tax of $2 million. However, the company is warning of an expected “recessionary…

Napier Port posts $18.7m third-quarter profit
Napier Port has posted net profit after tax of $18.7 million for its third quarter result, up nearly 15% despite COVID-19 disruptions. Revenue for the nine…