New Zealand logistics and transport company Mainfreight is gearing up for its 40th anniversary.
The business was founded by Bruce Plested in a 1969 Bedford truck. It went on to become a global supply chain operation with over 240 branches around the world.
It’s celebrating the special millstone on March 6.
“This is when we take the time to thank our team who have been working hard and continue to work hard in order for us to pursue our 100 year vision,” a company statement says.
“Our success is directly attributed to the hard work of each of our current 7,534 team members and all the team members that have come before them.
“From our humble beginning in Auckland, New Zealand with just one man and one truck, the last 40 years has seen Mainfreight develop into a global supply chain provider.
“In creating a 100-year company, our focus goes far beyond this year, next year or any single region or division. Our 100 year vision drives every decision we make, this is not about reaching an end-point. It’s a mindset that every day and every deed is about growing a strong, iconic, enduring business.
“Every decision takes us towards the company we want to be 100 years in the future,” the statement says.
