The Wellington port operator has announced the start of a new container shipping service that will take goods from central New Zealand directly to the Americas and Europe.
The new service offered by CentrePort Wellington comes on the back of a 19% increase in the port’s container trade over the last two years.
Commencing in November, Centreport Wellington says that shipping companies CMA-CGM and Marfret will be operating the new ‘Panama service’.
“The establishment of this service adds weight to Wellington’s position as the port of choice for central New Zealand importers and exporters,” says port chief executive officer Blair O’Keefe.
“The port has invested heavily in extending its reach into central New Zealand. Our investments focus on bringing the region closer to the world, by lowering cost and distance to market for local importers and exporters,” he says.
“This investment focus is being delivered through increased hub and transport services and additional shipping services,” says O’Keefe.
“It is further good news for the region’s importers and exporters, who need reliable and regular access to these major markets,” he says.
