Freight & Logistics
Ports, rail, shipping, air freight and the logistics companies moving New Zealand’s goods.
Daimler reports drop in vehicle sales
Daimler has reported a net loss of €1.2 billion for the 2019 second quarter in the wake of a diesel emissions breach and the gloabal Takata…
Video: Auckland Airport begins $100m roading project
https://vimeo.com/349786537 Auckland Airport is starting one of its most significant roading projects in decades, with the upgrade of its core network. The Northern Network project is…
More log exports despite falling prices
New Zealand exported more logs and wood in June 2019, despite falling log prices overseas, according to Stats NZ. In June 2019, the value of all…
Christchurch welcomes E-buses for city-airport run
This story first appeared in the July issue of TransportTalk – CLICK HERE to download the magazine FREE Red Bus has introduced three electric buses this…
Video: Electric Ford F-150 tows 10 train carriages
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bXFHgoon7lg Who says electric vehicles can’t tow? The Ford Motor Company put its prototype all-electric F-150 ute to a towing test, hauling a 566.99 tonne set…
School programme targets road transport
This story first appeared in the July issue of TransportTalk – CLICK HERE to download the magazine FREE MITO’s new secondary school programme for the road…
South Port targets improved result
South Port’s updated profit forecast is looking “better than expected” on the back of strong late season cargo flows. The Bluff port operator forecasts a net…
Fastway Couriers to rebrand
Fastway Couriers is changing its name to its international parent company Aramex. The change is focused on creating a global delivery network and increasing services into…
Southland to Auckland air cargo boost
Invercargill Airport air cargo and terminal development is receiving $500,000 from the Provincial Growth Fund (PGF). It will help the airport make upgrades to prepare for…
Napier Port share offer looks to raise $234m
Napier Port is seeking to raise between $204.3 million to $234m in its initial public offer (IPO) for a 45% stake in the company. It has…