Tauranga business professionals are pitching in and lending their services to businesses struggling in the wake of the Rena disaster.
Lawyers, directors, accountants and consultants are among professionals who have contacted Tauranga's Chamber of Commerce to offer their services pro bono to those losing income as a result of the ship's grounding and subsequent oil spill.
Chamber of Commerce chief executive Max Mason said they would be of great assistance to business owners who might not be skilled in making professional loan applications to financial institutions.
"It's just a fantastic response," Mr Mason said.
Mr Mason has been meeting with businesses affected by the Rena disaster to help paint a picture to the Ministry of Social Development which is considering a financial rescue package.