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

New report outlines challenges to EV fleet uptake
A new report outlining actions utilities and policymakers can take to help companies accelerate the adoption and transition to EVs has been released. The report The…

Vehicle imports take a heavy hit in April
Vehicle imports have finally felt the force of COVID-19, down 45% in April compared to the month prior. A total of 14,398 vehicles, including trucks and…

TAMA awards inaugural scholarships
The Tractor and Farm Machinery Association (TAMA) has awarded two inaugural scholarships as part of its moves to attract, retain and reward skilled workers. The scholarships…
Holden dealerships operating under Level 3
Holden’s 31 New Zealand dealers are open and set up to operate under COVID-19 Alert Level 3. Holden NZ managing director Marc Ebolo says special measures…

Logging operations underway at Port Nelson
Port Nelson is welcoming the start of operations under alert level 3 including logging. Forestry is Port Nelson’s largest export by volume and it will see…

Road and rail projects back underway
Road and rail projects are back up and running around the country under level 3 and will play a key role in driving economic recovery following…
Transport and tech sector pandemic impact views sought
A survey of those involved in the transport and tech areas about the impact the COVID-19 restrictions has on them is sought by ITS New Zealand…

New partnership to boost NZ coastal shipping
Global marine services provider ASP Ships Group (ASP) has taken up a 50% shareholding in New Zealand-based Coastal Bulk Shipping (CBS). CBS owns and operates the…

KiwiRail working differently under COVID-19
KiwiRail is adopting new ways of working under COVID -19 as it moves essential freight around the country. Its rail network is supporting the movement of…

Air NZ updates network for level 3
Air New Zealand is adjusting its domestic network as the country prepares to enter alert level 3. The airline will operate a limited domestic schedule for…