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Trucks versus cars during the Brynderwyns closure - what are officials doing this time?
Freight and infrastructure sectors give verdict on Govt's transport network plans
But Mainfreight boss Don Braid is concerned about a policy silence regarding rail.
'World's most predictable problem': SH1 Brynderwyns closure angers truckies
A group representing NZ trucking firms is calling for long-term transport planning.
Turbo-boost for NZ cold supply chain with Maersk $150m investment at Ruakura
The 18,000 sq m facility showcases the latest in cold store capability and design.
Getting from A to B in 2054: The future shape of Waikato transport
Waikato is expected to grow its population from 500,000 in 2018, to 615,000 in 2048.
Why NZ is sending Defence Force personnel to Red Sea
"What are the consequences of inaction?"
NZ supports retaliatory US and UK air strikes against Houthis in Yemen
The militaries are using warship-launched Tomahawk missiles and fighter jets.
Questions around commercial viability could jeopardise future of Napier-Wairoa rail line
The line was damaged in Cyclone Gabrielle, so is it worth rebuilding?
Truck certificate of fitness delays cause hassles
Truckies are hoping somebody coughs up a solution to serious testing delays.
Hitrak’s high hopes for a hi-tech future
Johnny Davison’s founding of Hitrak took the same route as his dreams of climbing Everest.
Mainfreight weighs up risk and opportunities in first climate risk report
The transport company was now considering 'applicable emission targets for the group'.
$435m of property sold: NZ's two biggest deals of 2023
Two transactions challenge views that the market is quiet: both were in South Auckland.
Privatising Port of Auckland would cost business and consumers, says union
The money made from the sale of the business would be outstripped by higher cargo fees.
Consultation recommended for Whanganui to Bulls median barrier plan
$6 million assigned to start $100m project before the end of the 2023/24 financial year.
Freightways to tap more upbeat Australian economy for growth
Freightways Aussie buy of Allied Express delivers and information management bounces back.
Freightways to dual list on Australian stock exchange
Performance of new Australian investment highlight of a challenging year.
Pic's Peanut Butter chief says its biggest challenge is meeting demand
Pic's Peanut Butter chief Aimee McCammon says the brand aims to keep production in NZ.
Out of the tunnel? Move Logistics’ path to recovery
Move Logistics: Out the shadow of a big player, Move aims to drive its own niche.
Auckland Airport fee hikes: Freightways counting the cost, warns of price increases
New landing charges could push up freight rates.
Heavy traffic index up - but 'real' recession still expected
Are we there yet? 'Muddlling' economy a sign of colliding forces, bank says.
Markets with Madison: Mainfreight’s moderation, Infratil’s acquisitions
Mainfreight’s Don Braid hopes to hold onto as much pandemic-fueled revenue as possible. Plus, Infratil eyes more acquisitions after buying out telco One NZ from Brookfield.
They like to move it, move it - but will investors?
Big mover: Company moving eye-watering freight volumes gives potential investors a tease.
Local councils looking to get more freight on rails
A local business director says a meeting with KiwiRail is needed to address costs.
18,000 skilled workers urgently needed for logistics sector
Thousands of immigrants are needed to fill the logistics space.
Shiling cargo ship being towed to Wellington, a 25-hour voyage
The vessel has been anchored at Tasman Bay since its mayday call.
Why doesn't NZ shift to coastal shipping and rail for freight?
Trucking still accounts for nearly 80 per cent of shipping in New Zealand.
Maintenance work on Whangārei to Kauri rail line brought forward
The Northland to Auckland line will not be ready until winter.
Northland women encouraged to take up trucking
A Whangārei woman won a free licensing course at the Kamo Touch-A-Truck show in January.
London Heathrow security guards to strike for 10 days over Easter
It's the latest in mass UK strikes and will cause chaos over busy Easter travel period.
New emergency shipping route a ‘lifeline’ for Hawke’s Bay and Gisborne
New route a lifeline for hard-hit economies.
Dire Strait: Call for Govt to step in as KiwiRail stuck with ageing Interisland fleet
New Zealand's $25 billion freight and logistics sector feeling pain of ferry failures too.
Dire Strait: Who runs the ferries and how much do they cost?
Controversy is nothing new for the state-owned Cook Strait ferries.
Could NZ freight chain be returning to 'just-in-time' ordering mode?
New shipping calm and predictability could mean a change in ordering modes.