The October issue of TransportTalk has a fresh new look but it’s still jam-packed with all the latest industry news in the transport, logistics and heavy equipment industries.
We look at the new deal between Canterbury automotive group Smallbone and Ashburton Contracting Limited (ACL) on Isuzu Trucks. In the agreement, ACL is set to take over the service and parts divisions of Isuzu Trucks for the region while Smallbone retains control of distribution and sales.
In heavy equipment news, Wellington-based Central Equipment Group has gained New Zealand distribution for Takeuchi construction machinery. We hear from the company about the new deal and what it means for customers.
TransportTalk was also at the Road Transport Forum annual conference in September. We report back from the event which saw transport minister Phil Twyford give updates on the Government’s multi-modal approach to funding plus his suggestion that more work is needed for the sustainability of the road freight industry.
The second Upper North Island Supply Chain Strategy (UNISC) review into New Zealand’s freight network has been released which calls for the “managed closure” of the Ports of Auckland. We look at the review and get reaction from the transport industry which is largely critical of the findings.
TransportTalk was also at the official launch of Pacifica Shipping’s new vessel, Moana Chief, which is providing a New Zealand coastal freight service. We hear from New Zealand country manager Brodie Stevens about the new operation and the role shipping has for the freight industry.
Plus, Scania sets its sustainability goals, Brake awards top fleet safety providers, Interislander gets set for upgrades, JOST NZ exhibits its latest truck and trailer equipment and family dealership Just Trucks talks about the road ahead.
And don’t forget to take a look at our regular columns and statistics pages that keep you up-to-date with the latest industry trends.
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