Freight & Logistics
Ports, rail, shipping, air freight and the logistics companies moving New Zealand’s goods.
Ports of Auckland keeps vehicle imports flowing
Vehicle imports continue to flow on Ports of Auckland with operations now solely focused on moving freight throughout the Covid-19 crisis. Ports of Auckland spokesman Matt…
Road transport ramps up essential freight
The road transport industry is ramping up to ensure the continued smooth delivery of essential supplies during the Covid-19 lockdown, National Road Carriers Association (NRC) chief…
Govt works to keep air freight moving
The Government is working with airlines and air freight operators to ensure New Zealand’s key air freight channels remain open for high priority goods. The Government…
Ministry of Transport provides essential service guide
The Ministry of Transport (MoT) has released some information about transport businesses and workers that will not be subject to travel restrictions. The information is in…
Transport part of govt essential services
The Government has released the following list of essential services which includes the transport industry: Transport and logistics: Transport services New Zealand Post and courier services…
Supply chain must keep moving, Carr says
The Government is taking a “pragmatic and professional approach” to work alongside transport operators and keep essential freight services operating, Carr & Haslam director Chris Carr…
Smallbone closing Timaru Holden dealership
Canterbury Holden and Isuzu trucks dealer Smallbone Limited is closing its Timaru dealership. Smallbone chairman Craig Carr says the closure follows the company’s review of its…
Ports of Auckland focused on freight
Ports of Auckland is now focused solely on freight operations with the cancellation of around 30 cruise ship visits which were scheduled between now and June…
EAV steps up e-cargo bike drive system
Electric Assisted Vehicles (EAV) has confirmed a technical partnership with Finland e-bike motor and gearbox designer Revonte which will see work on its EAVcabs start in…
KiwiRail suspends tourist trains
KiwiRail is suspending its three tourist trains as part of its response to Covid-19. This includes TranzAlpine, Northern Explorer and Coastal Pacific servies that have been…