This summer, New Zealand’s roads are facing unprecedented challenges, with Waka Kotahi NZTA juggling the busiest programme of road works in years and state highways marre...

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Effectively managing driver fatigue is essential for fleet operations in New Zealand, as it directly affects both safety and efficiency. Alongside the government’s initia...

The KIWI 21 is an on-road drive tyre designed specifically for New Zealand’s diverse road conditions. Perfect for metro, regional, and long-haul applications, it delivers...

KIWI Truck Tyres represents excellence in New Zealand's diverse transport industry. 

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This year’s Road Safety Week (20-26 May) is all about being a road safety hero, recognising those who help make our roads safer and supporting people after a crash. Road ...

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With 2degrees, One NZ, and Spark all committed to shut down their 3G networks in 2025, fleet businesses must act quickly to ensure their technology is current. This trans...

Navigating the long and winding road of fatigue management in the transport industry can be challenging, especially when long hours lead to diminishing focus and slower r...

New Zealand is on the verge of a major change this year as its 3G networks will be decommissioned. In the blink of an eye, August will arrive, and by the 31st of that mon...

The highlight of the last week for me was our Transport Seminar held at Twizel.

Over the last decade or so I’ve done some voluntary work which sees me  make an...

With over a 168,000 heavy trucks on our roads, every day there is a story to be read about the men and women keeping our supply chain going. 

Two in particular...

The 45th Civil Contractors New Zealand Hirepool Construction Excellence Awards held on 16 August at the Bill Richardson Transport Museum saw a vibrant celebration of outs...

Accelera by Cummins, Daimler Trucks & Buses US Holding LLC and PACCAR have completed the formation of their joint venture, now known as Amplify Cell Technologies, to loca...

It’s always nice when the government surprises you and does just what you think is needed.

This week’s 2024-2027 National Land Transport Programme has prioritised &...

Along with three of my intrepid Wellington office colleagues and a team from UDC I had the pleasure of standing at the summit carpark on SH2 Remutaka Hill Road this week ...

Courier and freight company Aramex New Zealand is proud to announce its support of child cancer charity Camp Quality New Zealand.

Under the partnership, Aramex New ...

If you happened to be by the NRC building at the right moment this week you would have been bemused to hear the sound of cheering emitting from my office. Members will be...

Back in April principal economist Brad Olsen from NRC partner Infometrics said hopes of a soft landing for the New Zealand economy "Read More

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) will be closing SH73 between Arthur’s Pass and Otira over two week-long night periods from 19 May.

Drivers will be able to ge...

With winter arriving, Auckland Transport (AT) is on the final stretch of its biggest annual road maintenance programme in seven years. 

Each year AT carries ou...

In 2020, a report by the Ministry of Transport found that time of use charging could transform Auckland’s roads by reducing traffic by 8-12%. This could mean our motorway...

Auckland's relentless congestion concerns are driving the city towards a significant shift: the adoption of time of use pricing schemes. This initiative, akin to congesti...

Auckland City Police have begun a series of operations targeting drink and drug affected drivers as the evenings get warmer and lighter. 

Last week, Police spe...

The Coalition Government has passed legislation to end the Auckland Regional Fuel Tax scheme on 30 June 2024, Transport Minister Simeon Brown says.

“Our 100-day pla...

The Auckland Transport (AT) Board has now officially appointed Dean Kimpton as its Chief Executive, a move that solidifies his role following an impressive tenure under a...

The August `24 issue of New Zealand Truck & Driver is now on sale with the cover and Giti Tyres Big Test putting sunny Marlborough in the spotlight wit...

On September 1, a major advancement in the automotive industry's efforts toward sustainability will take place with the launch of the Tyrewise scheme, as reported by the ...

Following the successful launch of a nationwide battery recycling service in August last year, Phoenix Metalman Recycling (Phoenix) is pleased to announce the expansion o...

Resurfacing work on State Highway 1 at Rangiriri is on track for completion by Easter but road users should still allow extra time to get through the site this weekend.Read More

Currie Construction won the Supreme Award CCNZ Hawke’s Bay East Coast Awards. A critical wastewater project in Hastings, a new floodgate on Mahunga Stream and a female ex...

With futuristic vehicle design, optimised aerodynamics, numerous comfort features, efficient engines, high levels of driving dynamics, and the latest assistance systems, ...

Heavier and longer trucks are not ruining our roads – despite claims to the contrary. The truth may surprise some people – heavier and longer trucks are cleaner and green...

The National Road Carriers Association recent 88th AGM at Alexandra Park included a raft of board changes and a positive outlook. 

CEO Justin Tighe-Umbers, exp...

Booth’s Logistics has unveiled plans to bolster their operations with the introduction of new freight depots in key locations, signalling an expansion of their services a...

Work has kicked off on the Hawke’s Bay Expressway Road of National Significance (RoNS) as the Government continues to move at pace to deliver infrastructure that enables ...

New Zealand’s most trusted tyre brand, Bridgestone, will see a change of leadership in 2025 with longstanding Director of New Zealand Business, John Staples, announcing h...

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi’s (NZTA’s) briefing to the incoming Minister highlights the scale of the challenges facing the transport system, says road freight peak bo...

State Highway 1 across the Brynderwyns will be open for Easter weekend, with work currently underway to ensure the resilience of this critical route being paused for East...

The big story this week is Finance Minister Nicola Willis' first budget. 



In her speech to parliament, she first highlighted the significant fiscal challenges New...

Five weeks of rock stabilisation work near Queenstown’s Bungy Bridge gets underway early in April, says NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA).

The highway will be ...

People travelling between Waikato and the lower North Island on State Highway 1 over the next few months are encouraged to plan ahead and check the NZ Transport Agency Wa...

Chinese manufacturer BYD has unveiled a new line-up of electric vans and trucks, highlighted by the E-Vali, a zero-emission light commercial vehicle (LCV), at the IAA Tra...

CAL Isuzu, the country’s largest Isuzu Truck retailer and most recent winner of the annual Grandmaster awards, has announced two new appointments which see staff promoted...

It’s been another big week, with our webinar about the Terms of Trade on Wednesday and yesterday’s Budget which made some big commitments to roading which will have a big...

FIRST Union members at Cardinal Logistics, one of New Zealand’s largest logistics providers, are withdrawing their labour and picketing outside the Auckland facility on T...

Carterton District Council [CDC] is saving up to $3000 per day per job by closing roads temporarily instead of using stop-go traffic management. 

The new appro...

CentrePort is taking another step on its energy journey with an onsite battery energy storage system (BESS) which will improve resilience and enhance the potential for fu...

State Highway 1 travellers will see some major changes as work continues to bring the Ngāruawāhia section of the Waikato Expressway up to 110km/h standard.

As media...

We had a record turnout at our AGM last Friday with the highlight being the election of the Board.

Congratulations to Brett Hamilton, Greg Pert, Murray Young, Scott...

Safety improvements on State Highway 1, near Cambridge, are almost complete, bringing some changes for road users.

Construction in the area got underway in March 20...

The installation of median barrier on 2 sections of State Highway 2 between Waihī and Ōmokoroa is being re-examined by NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA).

Chief...

The new government’s push for change continues at pace and there has been a lot of discussion about the Fast Track Approvals Bill. The bill is intended to ultimately deli...

It’s been a good wine harvest in more ways than one this season in Marlborough.

Spillages from the picked grapes on the way from vineyards to wineries can see the r...

Christchurch Airport has signed a significant deal with Fulton Hogan to expand its existing freight aircraft parking area, effectively doubling the airport’s freight hand...

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is welcoming the start of a significant transport project on Halswell Road, Christchurch, part of SH75.

The construction cont...

The JV for the next generation of electric vans was founded on March 22 by Renault Group and Volvo Group, each holding a 45% stake, with both companies planning to invest...

Road freight peak body Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand has joined with Fire and Emergency New Zealand, the Automobile Association, New Zealand Heavy Haulage and ...

After three years as CEO of TDX Ltd, Colm Hamrogue has announced his resignation. Colm’s decision to step down is driven by personal circumstances, as he wishes to return...

A memo accidentally released by Wellington City Council shows at least $5.2 million of pipes needing urgent repair have just been covered up by $55 million of brand new b...

The Commerce Commission has granted clearance for New Zealand Post Limited (NZ Post) to acquire PBT Group Limited’s (PBT) courier customer contracts.

In reaching it...

New Zealand Infrastructure Commission Publishes First Assessment Of The Value Of New Zealand's Infrastructure and it’s not great news.

With our roads, water pipes a...

A reminder this Sunday a stretch of State Highway 2 will be closing for a few hours for a Central Hawke’s Bay District Council-led community clean up.

The event, wh...

Road freight peak body Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand has emphasised the benefit of a competitive and resilient Cook Strait connection to businesses and consume...

Unsurprisingly there was some criticism of our support for congestion pricing after the Transport Minister said he was introducing legislation to allow this to go ahead.<...

The power loss of the Bluebridge ferry Connemara in the Cook Strait last night highlights the importance of a resilient publicly-owned interisland ferry service, says the...

Construction on the next stage of the SH1 Papakura to Drury project will begin early next month, with the contract for works awarded to Fulton Hogan, Transport Minister S...

From 19 August to 27 September 2024, NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is consulting on the revised 'Medical aspects of fitness to drive: a guide for health practiti...

Keeping us moving

Keeping traffic moving is a priority for Transporting New Zealand, and it’s been a big week on that front.

Heavy trucks ope...

By coincidence both last week and this one have ended with figures coming out that show the value our members bring to the economy. And there was even a leap-year softwar...

The Maritime Union of New Zealand says pressure is mounting on the Government to provide leadership on the Cook Strait ferries.

One year ago, then National Party op...

National road freight association Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand is   concerned to hear this morning that Bluebridge’s ferry, the MV Connemara, had reporte...

The water cooler chat this week has centred once again around speed limits, a polarising topic that divides regulators, communities and individuals. For every person with a seemingly v...

People travelling through the Tāngarākau Gorge on State Highway 43 should plan for possible delays of up to 45 minutes from Monday 22 July to Friday 26 July.

Crews ...

With its wide range of information and industry-leading ease of use, the new PACCAR Connect sets the benchmark for online fleet management platforms. PACCAR Connect is ea...

In a recent media briefing coinciding with the launch of the updated Fuso Canter light-duty range, Daniel Whitehead, President and CEO of Daimler Truck Australia, express...

Following on from the initial launch in May, RIZON, the newest brand of Daimler Truck AG has achieved full homologation in the United States, clearing the way for the sal...

In a significant move for the commercial vehicle industry, Daimler Truck and Volvo Group have signed a binding agreement to create a joint venture aimed at developing a g...

Daimler Truck has opened a ‘truck-dedicated’ parts warehouse in the logistics hub of Truganina in Melbourne’s west.

Situated on a prime 30,000-square-metre site, th...

Dalton’s Bridge, at the western end of Kaiuma Bay Road just off State Highway 6, is closed to all vehicles over 3.5 tonne.

The Pelorus river has scoured out the ban...

This week a report crossed my desk that was very hard reading. The Business Leaders’ Health and Safety Forum has produced a Read More

State Highway 29 at Hinuera (near Matamata) will be closed during the day for almost three weeks for road rehabilitation work.

From Wednesday 7 February until Monda...

New Zealand Truck & Driver magazine is going big for the final issue of 2024 with a fully loaded 120-page December-January edition that has New Zealand’s only 250t-r...

Kiwis and freight operators will benefit from the Coalition Government delivering on its commitment to introduce targets that will ensure a greater number of potholes on ...

A record $991 million for transport investment in Northland through the 2024-27 National Land Transport Programme (NLTP) will strengthen the region’s connections and support economic g...

Night closures of the Desert Road will keep the highest stretch of road on the state highway network reaching for the stars.

Night works kick off on Sunday 11 Febru...

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) has announced changes to the design for safety improvements at the intersection of State Highway 3 and Waitara Road. The safety imp...

A stretch of State Highway 2 Hawke’s Bay Expressway, just south of the airport, will be closed for one night of planned maintenance.

The state highway will close be...

It would be easy to think you’ll be able to hire staff when the economic recovery starts. After all, we’ve got unemployment edging up towards five per cent. 

W...

The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) in Australia has launched a road safety campaign. ‘Don’t #uck With A Truck’– with ‘Don’t Truck It Up’ targeted at learner driv...

STL Linehaul 2023 Ltd, a long-standing trucking firm based in Christchurch, has gone into liquidation, leaving creditors owed over $1.7 million.

The decision to pla...

The Northland Regional Transport Committee (RTC) urges Northlanders to have their say on the review of the Draft Regional Land Transport Plan 2021/2027 - Three Year Revie...

Drunk drivers and drugged drivers will be heavily targeted to improve safety on our roads by the new $1.3 billion Road Policing Investment Programme RPIP (2024-2027) whic...

The first Mercedes-Benz medium-duty 100% electric truck – the eActros 300 – has arrived in New Zealand and, following extensive local testing, provides Kiwi operators wit...

A new board has been formed for Eastland Port and Gisborne Airport, aimed at unlocking opportunities and enhancing the economic potential of Tairāwhiti. 

Wendi...

Upgrades to Nesbitt’s Dip on State Highway 2 (SH2) and Rototahe on State Highway 35 (SH35) will go ahead as a result of improved efficiencies in the Government’s North Is...

The EMA welcomed a new report outlining the economic benefits of a four-lane expressway into Northland, saying it is further evidence that the government needs to get on ...

Reducing the transport sector’s impact on the environment while improving access to service, especially in developing countries, topped the agenda of the UN General Assem...

I attended a meeting with Transport Minister Simeon Brown last week with a range of other transport groups, and for once there were a lot of happy faces in the room.

The cost of living will be eased for many New Zealanders, says Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, as July 1 changes kick in.

“Abolishing the Auckland regional fuel t...

It’s been a big week for getting out into the community to get things done – and getting the community into our offices to get stuff done!

A group of road transport...

Global telematics giant Geotab has partnered with New Zealand’s EROAD to deliver cost-effective fleet management solutions for businesses in Australia and New Zealand. Th...

On 2 February 2014, EROAD announced its expansion into the Australian fleet management market. While Coretex (then Smart Track) had already been operating for around a de...

EROAD are thrilled to share that they have been selected as a finalist in the PwC Company of the Year Category of the 2024 NZ Hi-Tech Awards!

A record number of com...

EROAD New Zealand says it has received New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) approval on two of its next generation telematics devices – EROAD CoreHub in-cab and EROAD Core...

Euro NCAP has officially announced a major milestone in the development towards a Truck Safe rating scheme. This is in direct response to data showing that while trucks r...

Euro NCAP has officially announced a major milestone in the development towards a Truck Safe rating scheme. This is in direct response to data showing that while trucks r...

The coalition Government has confirmed that the exemption from road user charges (RUC) for owners of light electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrids will end from 1 Apr...

UD Trucks (UD Truck Distributors (NZ) Ltd) has appointed a Retail Sales Manager, Zane Erwee as the business focuses on growth, joining the team in mid-2024. Zane’s role f...

Fairfax has made a significant leap in the logistics industry with the introduction of New Zealand's first fully autonomous, all-electric, engineless refrigerated trailer...

The new 110km/h speed limit on the Kāpiti Expressway Road of National Significance (RoNS) will come into effect on 13 November 2024, more than two weeks earlier than expe...

The list of 149 projects to be included in the Government’s one-stop-shop Fast Track Approvals Bill is balanced and achievable, says National Road Carriers Association (N...

It’s time for action: The government needs to put the Roads of National Significance (RONs) at the centre of the Fast-track Approvals Bill.

The bill, currently at s...

Road freight peak body Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand is urging the Government to put the Roads of National Significance (RONs) at the centre of the Fast-track ...

A new Chinese truck brand is launching with Intertruck Distributors NZ introducing FAW Trucks (First Auto Works) to the New Zealand market.

The first model to arriv...

Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand Interim CEO Dom Kalasih says the grounding of the Cook Strait ferry Aratere on Friday night demonstrates the urgent need for Kiwi...

The Maritime Union has sounded a note of caution about the seaworthiness of Interislander ferries.

KiwiRail has today released a summary of a maritime assessment of...

The community will be seeing less road cones and disruptions on our roads thanks to a new approach to traffic management planning.

Gisborne District Council has dev...

Fiat Professional New Zealand is set to strengthen its presence in the commercial vehicle market with an expanded lineup and a dedicated dealer network aimed at meeting t...

Fieldays | 12-15 June 2024

Next week sees Fieldays ‘the Southern Hemisphere’s largest agricultural event’ taking place at Mystery Creek Hamilton.

The show its...

Proposed speed limit increases to 110km/h on State Highway 1/76 Christchurch Southern Motorway to Rolleston will mean faster journey times for Kiwis travelling in and out...

From the week beginning 17 June, people who speed on State Highway 1 between Kawakawa and Moerewa can expect to receive a notice from NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZT...

The first block closure of the huge maintenance project for State Highway 1 in central and southern Waikato is now underway, just south of Tīrau. 

This is stag...

The new two-lane bridge on State Highway 43 east of Stratford has now been officially blessed by Iwi and is expected to be open to traffic by the end of next week, weathe...

Arthur’s Pass travellers need to build in a four-hour highway closure this coming Monday while a crane lifts a digger off the Otira Gorge Rock Shelter roof.

The dig...

AMI Insurance is back to raise awareness about driver fatigue with another AMI Driver Reviver event.

The team will have free barista coffees, hot food off the BBQ, ...

Latest economic data shows the road transport industry continues to meet market demand, despite tougher economic times, and most companies are continuing to withstand ris...

NZTA's announcement that the Brynderwyn's are set to open to two-way traffic from 11.59pm Wednesday 26 June, just ahead of Matariki weekend is welcome news for both the N...

In February last year, Booth’s Logistics completed the merger of the LG Anderson Transport and Anderson & Flowers Warehousing operations in Wellington under the Booth’s L...

This week Minister of Transport Simeon Brown announced a number of new regional routes that have been prioritised as essential.
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Fruehauf is pleased to announce today the acquisition of the highly respected Christchurch transport engineering company Adams & Currie Limited.

Adams & Currie is o...

New Zealand’s first fully electric semi-trailer was launched on Wednesday evening ahead of a local evaluation programme.

The Schmitz Cargobull S.KOe COOL three...

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) has commenced one of the most significant road rebuild programmes in Te Tai Tokerau Northland over the next three years, as part of...

The Government is taking further action to tackle the unacceptable wait times facing people trying to sit their driver licence test by temporarily extending the amount of...

The Government is continuing to move at pace on the Northland Expressway, with significant geotechnical investigations now underway for phase one from Warkworth to Te Han...

Last week RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop and Parliamentary Under-Secretary Simon Court announced the Government is replacing the RMA with two laws based on property rig...

If you are a Formula One fan like me, you'll be excitedly anticipating Liam Lawson getting back in the saddle for Red Bull on 8am Monday morning, flying the New Zealand f...

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A record $8.4 billion for transport investment in Auckland through the 2024-27 National Land Transport Programme (NLTP) will deliver the infrastructure our rapidly growin...

The New Zealand Infrastructure Commission, Te Waihanga, has published a monitoring report looking at progress against New Zealand’s first Infrastructure Strategy.

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According to the New Zealand Labour Party, Time has run out for Nicola Willis who has failed to keep her promise to deliver a solution to replace the Interislander ferrie...

RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop and Transport Minister Simeon Brown have today announced the Coalition Government’s intention to extend port coastal permits for a furthe...

The Government is reinstating the trade of livestock exports by sea while ensuring the highest standards of animal welfare, says Associate Minister of Agriculture Andrew ...

The Government’s new speed limit rule has been signed to reverse Labour’s blanket speed limit reductions and enable Kiwis to get to where they want to go quickly and safe...

The Maritime Union says the Government’s U-turn on purchasing new Interislander ferries is the predictable but costly outcome of flawed decision making.

The Governm...

The Government has introduced legislation that will enable roadside drug testing as part of our commitment to improve road safety, Transport Minister Simeon Brown says.Read More

National has come up with yet another way to make driving a car more expensive – this time adding more costs to sit a driver licence, Labour transport spokesperson Tangi ...

In a significant effort to address the country's infrastructure deficit, the New Zealand Government has initiated fast-track consenting processes for 29 essential transpo...

In our briefing to incoming Transport Minister Simeon Brown, we sought eight priority actions.

The first was to rewrite the Government Policy Statement on land tran...

Over $20 Billion To Get Transport Back On Track - Transport Minister Simeon Brown has released the draft Government Policy Statement (GPS) on Land Transport, outlining th...

The draft Government Policy Statement (GPS) on land transport released today by Transport Minister Simeon Brown is great news for the road freight sector and the economy,...

Removing the ban on petroleum exploration beyond onshore Taranaki is part of a suite of proposed amendments to the Crown Minerals Act to deal with the energy security cha...

The Coalition Government will introduce legislation this year that will enable roadside drug testing as part of our commitment to improve road safety and restore law and ...

The Government is rolling out changes to the driver licensing system to tackle the unacceptable wait times facing New Zealanders trying to sit their driver licence tests ...

The Maritime Union says the new Draft Government Policy Statement (GPS) on Land Transport 2024–2034 fails to plan for a resilient and secure transport system, putting the...

The New Zealand Government has announced a comprehensive Revenue Action Plan aimed at accelerating the delivery of vital transport infrastructure across the nation. Trans...

More cuts are proposed at Waka Kotahi with experts focused on providing the analysis and advice to help save lives on roads and shift to lower emission, climate resilient...

In case you missed it - Budget 2024 confirms a $2.68 billion investment in roads, rail, and public transport to unlock economic growth and enable Kiwis and freight to get...

Scania has sold 50 heavy trucks to Hall’s Group in one year – a record volume of sales to a single customer in Scania NZ’s five-year history.

The 20 Scania G560 Sup...

Hamilton City Council has agreed on an improved process for transport projects, following direction from Mayor Paula Southgate, and Deputy Mayor and Chair of Transport, A...

As a member organisation it’s vital we listen to what’s on the minds of our members, particularly when there are so many changes happening.

So it’s been great over ...

The recent announcement by Transport Minister Simeon Brown that $4 billion will be spent preventing potholes around the country is good news, both for the road transport ...

Company safety priority is a lifeline for drowsy drivers. ‘Safe work, safe home’ is the motto of Hilton Haulage, the nationwide transport business that places driver well...

Global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions, Holcim, and Foton Mobility Distribution (FMD), an Australian owned distributor of new energy efficient veh...

The Homer Tunnel on the SH94 route to Milford Sound Piopiotahi is ready for winter, with the recent completion of a new avalanche shelter on the Te Anau side of the tunne...

NZI’s team of Fleet Fit managers know that when driving is your job, safety on the road is top of mind on a daily basis. That’s why, for the third year running, they hit ...

This week I joined operators and representatives from industry , government and global organisations at the opening of two Hydrogen refuelling stations in Auckland.

Hyundai Motors New Zealand will deploy the first Mighty Fuel Cell electric light-duty truck for a 12-month pilot test program locally. This follows New Zealand’s successf...

Hyundai Motor Company and Iveco Group signed a supply agreement for an IVECO-badged all-electric light commercial vehicle for Europe, based on Hyundai’s Global eLCV platf...

Hyzon Motors Inc has delivered four FCEVs to leading food distributor and supplier Performance Food Group, in a joint ceremony. The event, held at PFG’s Vistar facility i...

Late last week, we got a heads up from MBIE that the Minister of Immigration, Erica Stanford, could be announcing some decisions about the transport sector on Sunday and ...

It’s still early days but we are starting to see some of the changes our members have been feeling across both the economy and our industry now showing up in some of the ...

I'm writing this Transport Minute after a busy week that included another trip Wellington and a positive meeting with Minister Simeon Brown. It's extremely heartening to ...

Road freight peak body Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand has welcomed the Coalition Government’s introduction of legislation to fast-track infrastructure projects,...

Public input is being sought from today on the Mid-Term Review of the Regional Land Transport Plan (RLTP), the blueprint guiding the region's transport network over the n...

Interislander is implementing an array of improvements, especially in change and contractor management, to ensure the successful future integration of new systems on its ...

The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) Ferry Taskforce is backing the call for the new Interislander ferries to be publicly-owned and rail-enabled. Read More

Two leading national industry bodies are supporting Northland’s roading infrastructure drive. Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand interim chief executive Dom Kalasih...

Isuzu Motors Limited and TIER IV, have agreed to form a capital and business alliance for the development of autonomous driving systems for route buses. In this tie-up, I...

Isuzu Motors Limited and Gatik AI, Inc. have agreed to further enhance the development of the North American autonomous driving business. Isuzu will invest US$30 million ...

Isuzu has already lifted the veil on its 2025 model lineup, which is set to take centre stage at Australia’s largest truck expo in May next year. 

With changin...

Isuzu Motors Limited has released its new Mid-Term business plan, “ISUZU Transformation - Growth to 2030 (IX)”, with the aim of transforming itself into a commercial mobi...

There’s lots happening in the roading space,

As MP Katie Nimon alluded to at our recent Napier Seminar, work has now started on the Hawke’s Bay Expressway RoNS (Roa...

IVECO has appointed Glen Dyer to lead its operations in Australia and New Zealand. 

Mr Dyer began at IVECO Australia in early 2021 as Head of Sales and Product...

The IVECO eDaily has added to its growing collection of industry accolades, winning the ‘Electric Van Breakthrough of the Year: Model’ at the 2024 Fleet News Awards, an a...

After teasing its arrival late last year ‘JAC Motors New Zealand’ has now officially welcomed the innovative truck brand into New Zealand with its dealership launch event...

Jeroen van den Oetelaar will be appointed as Chief Engineer DAF Vehicles and member of the DAF Board of Management. As of June 1, Van den Oetelaar will succeed Patrick De...

The joint $1.78 billion transport funding bid by Otago and Southland was adopted today by their combined Otago and Southland Regional Transport Committee, following a mee...

The July issue of New Zealand Truck & Driver is now on sale with the cover and Giti Tyres Big Test featuring the new flagship of the Williams & Wilshie...

The June 2024 issue of New Zealand Truck & Driver is on sale this week with our cover story and Giti Tyres Big Test getting behind the wheel of another...

The sentencing of KiwiRail for a 2023 incident on the Kaitaki interisland ferry highlights the urgent need for replacement ferries, says the Maritime Union of New Zealand...

The Supervisory Board of Daimler Truck Holding AG has appointed Karin Rådström as the new Chief Executive Officer of the company effective October 1, 2024, and she is app...

Keith Andrews has begun trading in new dealerships across Christchurch, Timaru and Dunedin on Thursday 12 September 2024. Keith Andrews has become the New Zealand-wide sa...

Following the appointment of Keith Andrews Holdings as general distributor across the Daimler Truck brands in New Zealand from early 2025, discussions have now moved to t...

Kenworth 100 is happening tomorrow, Mystery Creek Hamilton and the trucks are already rolling in for the big show.

Drivers are coming from all over New Zealand for ...

Kenworth has introduced the new PACCAR TX-12 PRO automated transmission for Class 6-7 and light Class 8 vocational applications at the NTEA Work Truck Week 2024. The PACC...

Kenworth has announced it will begin production of Kenworth T680 and T880 models specified with the new Cummins X15N natural gas engine in the third quarter of 2024.

KiwiRail Board Chair David McLean has announced that he advised shareholding Ministers last week of his intention to retire from the Board, effective end July.

“My ...

KiwiRail has signed two new contracts for low-emissions locomotives with Swiss rail manufacturer Stadler. The first contract involves the delivery of nine mainline locomo...

KiwiRail has released its financial results for the 12-month period ending June 30, 2024, showing a resilient performance despite enduring significant challenges in the f...

KiwiRail Chief Executive Peter Reidy said the Government Policy Statement on land transport released this week provides clarity on the Government’s draft investment prior...

Heavy vehicle drivers in Canterbury are encouraged to mark their calendars for Wednesday, 11 December, when the final NZI Truckie Rest Zone of the year rolls into Rakaia....

Tuesday this week an ominous email appeared in my inbox.
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LDX, the Linde Material Handling Equipment Distributor for New Zealand, has been awarded an exclusive service and maintenance contract to manage Fonterra’s material handl...

In its briefing to the incoming Transport Minister, when it came to the issue of funding, the first point Waka Kotahi made was: “Alongside inflationary pressure, our fund...

State Highway 1 (SH1) through Wellington City is heavily congested at peak times and while planning continues on the duplicate Mt Victoria Tunnel and Basin Reserve projec...

The Maritime Union says the loss of a New Zealand operated coastal freighter and 12 jobs due to the economic downturn threatens the resilience of our supply chain.

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Lower North Island - There will be a closure on State Highway 53 from Tuesday next week as repairs begin on the Tauwharenikau Bridge. Local road detours will be available...

Work to improve the visitor driving experience in the Mackenzie Basin through new highway pull-over areas and upgrades to existing stopping places is now complete, says N...

In an effort to help customers investigating e-mobility for Class 6-8 vehicles and the feasibility for their fleets, Mack Trucks has built a mobile off-grid charging syst...

Mack Trucks Australia has revealed its latest innovation in power plants. The company is set to launch ‘its most powerful engine yet’, along with a range of advanced safe...

Mainfreight have advised that Annie Steel and Hayley Buckley will join the Company as Non-Executive Directors from 1 March 2024.

“We have been searching for the app...

Mainfreight has released their Full Year Results to 31 March 2024. Overall profits before tax are down 33% and NZ drops by 12%.

Result Summary: Revenue $4.72 billio...

Not only did Mainfreight’s Chair address at their latest AGM include the welcoming of two new directors and praise for their team (local and international), but highlight...

The grounding of the Manahau barge at Westport has sparked serious safety concerns, as Maritime Union officials claim that the incident could have led to a tragic disaste...

A reminder that next week roading crews will be onsite at Manawatū Bridge (Whirokino) for a range of maintenance work. The work will begin on Monday 16 September and take...

Commercial vehicle manufacturer MAN Truck & Bus will be the first European truck producer to launch a small series with a hydrogen combustion engine.  

The ini...

Growing up, I was one of those kids who loved pouring over the maps I found in my grandfather's yellow National Geographic magazines. I would take imaginary journeys thro...

Maritime Union of New Zealand National Secretary Craig Harrison has resigned from his position as National Secretary of the Maritime Union of New Zealand for personal rea...

Confusion around the future of KiwiRail’s Cook Strait ferries has left New Zealand ‘steering blind’ with its main inter island transport link, says the Maritime Union.&nb...

The Maritime Union of New Zealand has welcomed the conviction of former Ports of Auckland CEO Tony Gibson on a health and safety charge. Mr Gibson was found guilty by Jud...

The finishing touches are about to be applied as contractors complete repairs on a slow vehicle lane just south of Picton.

Work at the site has been ongoing since t...

Marlborough Roads Joint Venture (MRJV) has taken out the award for collaboration at the New Zealand Workplace Health & Safety Awards 2024.

The award recognises MRJV...

Australian trailer manufacturer MaxiTRANS has announced a rebranding initiative, adopting the new name Freighter Group along with an updated logo and visual identity. Thi...

The May 2024 edition of New Zealand Truck & Driver is on sale this week with the cover story and Giti Tyres Big Test featuring a new application for the 16-litre...

Mayor Wayne Brown has announced a new plan, backed by Port of Auckland and the unions, to make the most of Tāmaki Makaurau’s port and prime waterfront. 

“Port ...

A new operator has taken up the reins of the CentrePort Waingawa Log Yard this week in the Wairarapa, concluding a competitive tendering process.

The Waingawa User ...

Mercedes-Benz Trucks is planning for this summer the most extensive test run in the history of the company – with its new electric flagship eActros 600. The intention is ...

Microlise’s digital solutions are set to streamline delivery processes, enhance customer satisfaction, and support sustainable practices at Foodstuffs South Island.

Former Transport Minister and CEO of the Auckland Business Chamber Hon Simon Bridges has been appointed as the new Board Chair of the New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) ...

This week Transport Minister Simeon Brown announced he would introduce legislation to allow congestion pricing, otherwise known as time-of-use charging.

We followed...

Transport Minister Simeon Brown has given the green light for planning to begin on the long-awaited Woodend Bypass, with a toll among the funding options being considered...

Energy Minister Simeon Brown has welcomed an important milestone in New Zealand’s hydrogen future, with the opening of the country’s first network of hydrogen refuelling ...

Miraka, the world’s first dairy processing company to use renewable geothermal energy, has launched New Zealand’s first green hydrogen dual-fuel milk collection tanker. &...

The week started with continuing media interest on the various reactions to the Prime Minister Chris Luxon’s challenge to attendees at the Local Government New Zealand co...

First up, a shout out to NZTA with its announcement this week that the Brynderwyn Hills road is set to reopen in just over a week’s time – right on time for the Matariki ...

Hawke’s Bay leaders are calling for more government funding to rebuild the region’s extensively damaged roads and bridges. As the powerhouse of its local economy, the reg...

Last week we talked about the Budget and we celebrated the news about the government’s plan to invest in roading.

I’ve since had feedback along the lines that our c...

I've been in the media recently supporting concrete roads and that they have a part to play in road building in this country. Over their lifetime concrete roads cost less...

An “extremely constructive” meeting with NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) Chair, Simon Bridges, has confirmed $91 million of funding will be allocated to Hawke’s Bay’s local ro...

The Board of MOVE Logistics Group Limited, is pleased to announce the appointment of Julia Raue as Board Chair.

Julia joined the MOVE Logistics Group Board as an in...

MOVE Logistics Group Limited has announced the appointment of Paul Millward as its interim Chief Executive Officer, effective from 4 September 2024. The move comes as the...

MOVE Logistics Group has released its Annual Report for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024 (FY24), revealing a year marked by significant challenges and a strategic com...

In Response to Government’s Commitment to Apprenticeship Boost, the Motor Trade Association Urges a Reevaluation of Industry Training Funding.

The Motor Trade Assoc...

Napier Port, a crucial freight hub for New Zealand’s central and lower North Island, is celebrating a surge in growth as detailed in its unaudited financial results for t...

Lighting specialist Narva has unveiled the latest addition to its renowned Ultima LED driving light range, the Ultima 215 MK3. This new model boasts a remarkable enhancem...

The National Infrastructure Pipeline, which provides a national view of current or planned infrastructure projects, from roads, to water infrastructure, to schools, and m...

The 30-year National Infrastructure Plan will ensure greater stability of infrastructure priorities to help New Zealand plan for, fund and deliver important projects, Inf...

National Road Carriers Association (NRC) CEO Justin Tighe-Umbers says today's Roads of Regional Significance announcement by Transport Minister Simeon Brown is a welcome ...

National Road Carriers Association (NRC) is pleased how quickly the New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) has released its proposed delivery approach for the draft Governme...

Today's announcement by Transport Minister Simeon Brown that NZTA expects to begin procurement, enabling works and construction of the first seven roads of national signi...

National Road Carriers Association, New Zealand’s progressive nationwide organisation representing supply chain companies, welcomes the appointment of Steven Joyce to cha...

WorkSafe New Zealand Board Chair Jennifer Kerr has announced the appointment of Sharon Thompson as WorkSafe’s new Chief Executive.

“Sharon has extensive public and ...

A new group of roading services contractors has been put in place to deliver road maintenance for Kaipara.

Downer Ltd has been appointed as the lead roading service...

Peak road freight organisation Transporting New Zealand has some new faces on its board after its annual general meeting in Napier. And it used the event to present a num...

The new Fairfield Freight Hub offers efficient transport options and gets more of Canterbury’s goods on rail.

The intermodal rail-road hub was officially opened thi...

As you may be aware, in relation to the Cook Strait ferries, "rail-enabled" means freight carriages can roll onto and off of the ferry directly rather than requiring unlo...

Bridgestone has launched what it claims is its most innovative and sustainable light commercial tyre, and its name is Duravis Van.

The company says the Druavis Van ...

Volvo Trucks is introducing a new engine for its iconic FH16 truck. With up to 780 Hp and 3800 Nm, the new 17-litre engine can handle the toughest transport assignments w...

Members of the Motor Trade Association (MTA) have elected current Board member and respected industry figure Sturrock Saunders as President of the peak automotive industr...

Traffic Management Company Traffic Safe New Zealand is changing the safety game by introducing new robotic cone machines that deploy and retrieve traffic cones onto and f...

Scania New Zealand is pleased to announce the opening of a brand new Scania dedicated service centre in Hastings to support its growing customer base in the lower North I...

Scania New Zealand is pleased to announce the opening of a brand new Scania dedicated service centre in Invercargill to support its growing southern customer base.

...

As part of the SH1 Papakura to Drury project in South Auckland, a new (second) southbound on-ramp at Papakura Interchange has been built over the past 15 months and will ...

Work to complete the new slow vehicle bay on State Highway 2 (SH2) at Kotemaori in northern Hawke’s Bay will start next week.

The new 260 metre slow vehicle bay on ...

The Government is welcoming the rollout of new speed camera signs for fixed speed cameras to encourage drivers to check their speeds, improving road safety and avoiding c...

Daimler Truck Australia Pacific has introduced changes to its management structure that will reflect its singular focus on customers.

The local arm of Daimler Truck...

David Clarke has been announced as the Chief Commissioner of the Transport Accident Investigation Commission (TAIC).

David Clarke is a barrister specialising in cor...

Trucks waiting for ferries may have an alternative to parking on Picton streets if a facility in Waitohi Domain is built. 

Money has been set aside in the Long...

Mercedes-Benz Trucks UK has announced the all-new UNI-TOUCH operating system for the Unimog implement carrier, which is available to order now ahead of first deliveries i...

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) has installed winter snow gates on either side of Porters Pass, one of the steepest and most elevated sections of SH73 linking the ...

Daimler Truck brands Mercedes-Benz Trucks and Freightliner will soon have a General Distributor locally in New Zealand.

Keith Andrews Holdings, which currently has ...

The Maritime Union of New Zealand says it is backing the Maritime Union of Australia in their dispute with DP World 100%.

Maritime Union of New Zealand National Sec...

The theme of Road Safety Week 2024 (20-26 May) is Be a road safety hero, recognising everyone who helps to make our roads safer and support people after a crash, and expl...

A stretch of State Highway 2 at Otoko will be closing for 3 nights later this month, with nightly convoys available for motorists.

The road will close on Monday 19,...

People travelling on SH1 between Portland Road and the SH15 roundabout can expect a night time closure with a detour via Loop Road from Monday 8 April between 7pm and 5:3...

Road users and residents need to be ready for night works and road closures as road crews carry out maintenance work on State Highway 58, Paremata Road next week.

N...

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) advises night-time road resurfacing works will get underway on State Highway 1 between Mount Pleasant Road and the Whangārei isite ...

Trevor Milton, the discredited founder and former CEO of electric truck startup Nikola, has been sentenced to four years in prison for securities fraud. The sentence, by ...

The Government has welcomed news that the NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) has begun work to replace nine priority bridges across the country to ensure our state highway networ...

Submissions presented at Gisborne District Council's three-year plan hearings saw residents clash with the council over pothole repairs and cycle paths. "It's a balancing...

The Government is encouraging New Zealanders to support, visit, and explore Northland, as the closure and detour of SH1 at the Bryderwyn Hills begins, and critical repair...

Transport Minister Simeon Brown has welcomed the official opening of the new State Highway 10 (SH10) Kāeo Bridge, which will improve safety and traffic flow for people he...

Independent commissioners have declined an application for a multimillion dollar expansion of Northport due to the scale and extent of a 11.7 hectare reclamation currentl...

The November issue of New Zealand Truck & Driver is now on sale with the cover and Giti Tyres Big Test showcasing a high-spec Volvo FH 16 livestock uni...

Making it safer for schoolchildren, cyclists, walkers and motorists is the focus of three road safety improvement projects by New Plymouth District Council (NPDC) and NZ ...

On Friday 21 June the NRC team welcomed members, associates and commercial partners to Alexandra Park for our 88th AGM. This year's event really showed just how far we have come a...

Yesterday I joined Chief Executives from across the motor vehicle industry at the Beehive for our regular meeting with the Minister of Transport, where it is safe to say that we had pl...

National Road Carriers Association (NRC) is pleased to see the Government’s announcements today allocating funding to Roads of National Significance (RONS) and Roads of R...

National Road Carriers (NRC) recently launched a new leadership initiative aimed at transport operators with an interest in governance. 

Building a strong pipe...

New Zealand Trucking Association Inc (NTA) is pleased to confirm they have been awarded an ACC Innovation Fund – Round 2 - grant of $100,000 towards the development of a ...

There is less than a week remaining for standout truck drivers to be nominated for an NZI Top Truckie recognition award. Be sure to get your nominations in by 7 August 20...

Heavy vehicle drivers are invited to take a well-deserved break at the NZI Truckie Rest Zone in Glasnevin on Wednesday, October 16. This initiative aims to address the cr...

NZ Post is continuing to lead the way in sustainability by investing in zero emission transport technology with the first Mercedes-Benz eActros all-electric truck joining...

NZ Post chief executive officer David Walsh says it’s a significant event and one he’s proud of.

“NZ Post was the first company in New Zealand to trial the hydrogen...

Ports of Auckland, Port of Tauranga and Marsden Maritime all report interim profit.

With a net profit first half result of $21m, Port of Auckland says it will be ab...

The NAPA Auto Parts New Zealand Super Truck Championship pays its annual visit to Teretonga Park in Invercargill this weekend of 16/17 March with a lot of interest as to ...

The new NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) App is a secure ‘one stop shop’ to provide the services drivers need, Transport Minister Simeon Brown and Digitising Government Ministe...

The New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) app is now available for everyone to use, following successful public Beta testing from May through to July.

“The NZTA app i...

The Taxpayers’ Union can reveal through an Official Information Act request that Waka Kotahi has spent $5,186,358 in the last two years for an app not even in a usable st...

Transport Minister Simeon Brown has announced three new appointments and one reappointment to the New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) Board.

Warwick Isaacs, Rob Gil...

The NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) Board has confirmed next steps on the SH1 Wellington Improvements Road of National Significance (RoNS), including an expanded package to re...

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) Board Chair Hon. Simon Bridges and NZTA Chief Executive Nicole Rosie have announced that Ms Rosie will be leaving NZTA at the concl...

There has been excellent progress on the turnaround bays being constructed as part of improvements to SH1 between Cambridge and Piarere. With the finishing touches now be...

Marlborough's road recovery accelerates as NZTA funds $100.4M for Phase Three repairs, addressing 1,500 faults and prioritising Kenepuru Road reopening, said Mayor Taylor...

The October issue of New Zealand Truck & Driver magazine is on the highways of Northland to sample a powerful new Mercedes-Benz which isn’t what it app...

Hasn’t the Olympics been exciting! Well done to all our medal winners in rugby sevens, men’s triathlon, and rowing! And there’s more action to come.

Now, while it m...

A stretch of State Highway 2 Hawke’s Bay Expressway, just south of the airport, will be closed for one night of planned maintenance.

The state highway will close, b...

Our new Board met this week and very quickly got into action, appointing economist Cam Bagrie as Independent Director and Chair.

We’ve been very lucky to have had B...

The 2024 ExportNZ DHL Export Barometer, released today, indicates optimism is on the horizon for New Zealand exporters despite challenging economic conditions over the pa...

First, a shout out about crossing the Cook Strait.

KiwiRail’s Interislander ferry Kaiarahi was back in service on time after its planned maintenance outage, and thi...

Insurer AMI is cautioning drivers to be safe on the roads, as new research reveals that 55% of drivers admit to being distracted while driving, and 21% said they’d driven...

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is advising motorists of a full closure to both northbound and southbound traffic on State Highway 1 between Silverdale and Warkwor...

Flexible median safety barriers will be installed along the middle of State Highway 2 from Spur Avenue over the Bayfair flyover as part of the NZ Transport Agency Waka Ko...

A reminder that State Highway 2 between Whirinaki and Tutira will be closing for three nights from next Monday 15 July for recovery work.

The state highway, between...

Good progress is being made on the safety measures on State Highway 60 Ruby Bay Bypass. To complete the work, overnight road closures will be extended.

Jetesh Bhula...

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) advises the southbound lane of State Highway 1 Western Hills Drive will be closed overnight between Kensington Ave and Central Ave ...

PACCAR Parts Europe has successfully implemented an on-site power supply system at BEST Trucks, DAF Electric Truck Center in Barendrecht, the Netherlands. This so called ...

New Zealand – Pacifica Shipping (Pacifica) has expanded its coastal service between Auckland and Christchurch with the launch of a new twice-weekly schedule. The increase...

The new Pāpāmoa East Interchange is progressing into its main construction phase. Work alongside SH2 Tauranga Eastern Link Toll Road, just west of the Kaituna River bridg...

In a bid to enhance safety on New Zealand's roads, the New Zealand Equestrian Advocacy Network (NZEAN) has joined forces with key equestrian organisations to advocate for...

Confirmation from the Minister of Transport, Simeon Brown, that the first of several large and ambitious maintenance and rehabilitation projects is about to kick off is w...

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) advises State Highway 11 will be closed overnight between Ward Drive and Broadview Road in Opua for road resurfacing on Sunday 17 N...

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is advising drivers to plan ahead for upcoming night closures on sections of SH6 through the Kawarau Gorge, between Cromwell and Fr...

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is advising drivers to plan ahead for closures of the SH1 Tram Road off-ramp between Christchurch and Kaiapoi.

The closures w...

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is advising drivers to plan ahead for upcoming closures of a section of SH6 from the Cromwell side of the Kawarau River Bridge, for...

National Road Carriers Association is, despite our name suggesting otherwise, an association of supply chain participants representing all modes.
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Drivers need to be ready for ten nights of night closures on State Highway 2 Remutaka Hill, beginning 19 May.

Mark Owen, Regional Manager Lower North Island / Top o...

It is important your customers are aware that Ports of Auckland’s (POAL’s) Vehicle Booking System (VBS) booking charges will continue to increase each year. POAL’s commit...

Road freight peak body Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand is warning that sustained Port of Auckland (POAL) price hikes will hurt businesses and consumers across th...

Port of Auckland has announced a surprising annual financial result, reporting an underlying net profit after tax (NPAT) of $55.2 million for the fiscal year ending June ...

Port of Tauranga Limited has announced the appointment of Scott Campbell to its Board as part of the Institute of Directors’ Future\Directors programme. 

Scott...

Port of Tauranga Limited has reported a mixed financial performance for the year ending June 30, 2024, showcasing resilience as New Zealand's largest port navigates a tur...

Port of Tauranga Limited has reported increased cargo volumes in the first quarter of the 2025 financial year.

In the three months to 30 September, total trade incr...

NZTA confirmation today that it will deliver $2.07 billion for State Highway Pothole Prevention and $1.9 billion for Local Road Pothole Prevention is good news for truck ...

PowerTarps NZ, New Zealand’s leading retractable tarp supplier is pleased to announce the appointment of Craig Major to the position of South Island Manager.  Craig ...

This week has reminded me yet again that no two days are the same in the transport industry.

Each week we talk to so many members, and there continues to be a commo...

The Government is rolling out data collection vans across the country to better understand the condition of our road network to prevent potholes from forming in the first...

NZTA contractors have made excellent progress on the slip which fell on State Highway 2 at Waiotahe beach.

Crews have been working to clear material from both ends ...

Pacific Islands exporters challenged by increasing freight costs (air freight and shipping) for their merchandise exports to New Zealand, are invited to apply for the Pac...

PMG Funds has secured a 10-year lease with nationwide logistics firm PTS Logistics for 31 El Prado Drive, a premium industrial facility in Milson, Palmerston North.

Mr Trevor Hawkins (Ngāti Kahungunu) was the founder of Martinborough Transport Ltd and is Owner Operator of Hawkins Contracting Ltd and through his businesses he has spon...

As part of its major upgrade of the entrance to Queenstown alongside Frankton’s Bus Hub improvements, NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) and its alliance partners in ...

Businesses and freight companies utilising rail transport have collectively saved nearly 230,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions in the last financial year, according to data rel...

The project to reopen the rail line north of Whangārei will remain on hold while design work on a new rail link to Marsden Point is carried out so the two projects can be...

The Government’s announcement today it will raise speed limits where it is safe to do so on the open road and local roads will help make goods delivery faster, says Natio...

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is advising road users to plan ahead and expect delays overnight on Tuesday 23 July, as planned repairs are undertaken on a bridge ...

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi is advising motorists in South Auckland that, subject to weather, the two northbound lanes on the SH1 Southern Motorway from opposite the ...

Expect to see more high-vis road crews and traffic managers repairing and re-sealing highways and keeping crews and road users safe around Mid and South Canterbury from n...

The final Government Policy Statement on land transport 2024 (GPS 2024) outlines the Government’s ambitious $22 billion transport plan to boost productivity and support e...

Leading temperature-controlled transport specialist Refrigafreighters Ltd has expanded into the Waikato with its first regional depot at the Ruakura Superhub. The 1,000sq...

Another week in transport, another government initiative announced – change is coming fast at the moment. This week the Minister of Local Government Simeon Brown has announced the laun...

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is reminding motorists about summer maintenance on the Auckland Harbour Bridge from now until early April.

‘The summer mainte...

Following last month’s night closures, the second scheduled closures on State Highway 29 Kaimai Range will take place over 5 nights from Sunday 17 March to Thursday 21 Ma...

Five nights of night closures begin on State Highway 2 Remutaka Hill, this Sunday (1 September).

State Highway 2 Remutaka will be closed Sunday to Thursday nights, ...

Drivers using State Highway 60 between Motueka and Richmond need to be ready for night closures starting Sunday, 19 May to allow contractors to install road safety barrie...

With major repairs continuing on the Tauwharenīkau Bridge, Wairarapa drivers need to be ready for road closures and detours on State Highway 53 over the coming weeks.

Work is scheduled to start on repairs to the landslide on the Wainuiomata Hill in mid-late May, dependant on weather, traffic management, and other factors.

This wo...

This week ...

Road freight peak body Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand has welcomed the coalition Government’s decision to reverse blanket speed limit reductions put in place in...

Data consulting firm FOYI says hidden revenue leakage is hindering Kiwi fleet operators' competitiveness. Fleet operators are losing thousands in revenue due to unauthori...

From the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer - “In a year marked by economic headwinds for both New Zealand and Australia, Freightways Limited has announced a resilient ...

Consultation has opened on Auckland Transport and Auckland Council's proposal to consolidate, clarify and simplify Auckland's traffic-related bylaws. 

It is pr...

When I was growing up, I remember whenever anyone mentioned the 21st Century, I imagined we’d be crossing the world in supersonic jets like the Thunderbirds or headi...

RightShip, the world’s leading environmental, social and governance (ESG) focused digital maritime platform, has today announced a partnership with Napier Port to impleme...

Road freight peak body Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand has welcomed today’s finalisation of the Government Policy Statement on land transport 2024 (GPS). The new...

This week the NRC Transport & Logistics Advisory Group met with the Director of Land Transport, and General Manager of Regulation, Brent Alderton. This was our first meet...

Road freight peak body Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand says it welcomes the announcement that all fixed speed cameras will be signposted by June 2025.

Inte...

Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand says that an industry survey commissioned by Ministry of Transport shows that road freight businesses are committed to emissions ...

Road freight peak body Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand is welcoming the Government’s announcement that work on a four-lane expressway between Auckland to Whangar...

Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand has joined with a coalition of motor industry organisations calling for an industry-owned and led training organisation for the a...

Work has now been confirmed to begin next month on the rebuild and reseal of a stretch of State Highway 3 at Burgess Park just south of New Plymouth. The work is schedule...

Another major step forward towards economic recovery was taken this week, with the Official Cash Rate reducing another 50 basis points. This follows last week’s positive news where we ...

Taupo-based startup, Road Ninja, is set to launch a disruptive new peer-to-peer employment platform and app that will revolutionise the recruitment and labour-hire market...

New Zealand needs to properly price the cost of its roads as soon as possible, and better charge the cost of those roads to users. That is the stark message from Infrastr...

Smoother journeys are coming for motorists through Matamata, with works underway in late November and early December to improve the condition of State Highway 27 (SH27) a...

Last week, representatives from the Northland Transportation Alliance, Auckland Transport, NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA), NZ Police, ACC, Tasman District Council...

Transport Minister Simeon Brown has welcomed news that the NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) is getting on with the Government’s first seven Roads of National Significance (RoNS...

The NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) has signalled their proposed delivery approach for the Government’s 15 Roads of National Significance (RoNS), with the release of the State...

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi’s announcement that State Highway 1 over the Brynderwyn Hills will remain closed until the end of June is not a surprise following two sig...

Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown’s announcement that, in essence, Auckland’s port land, assets, and operations will be retained under council ownership and the Port of Auckland...

South Island, New Zealand - An initiative to enhance road safety is underway with a series of rollover prevention courses available to all heavy vehicle drivers across th...

Safer speed limits are in place from today on short sections of State Highway 11 (SH11) between Kawakawa and Paihia and State Highway 1 (SH1) between Kawakawa and Whangār...

Scania New Zealand is proud to announce achieving number one position in market share for Heavy Trucks* in 2023. 

This is the fourth year in a row Scania New Z...

Scania is expanding its strategic development of autonomous hub-to-hub transport solutions, with the launch of an Autonomous Commercial Pilot Programme. As part of TRATON...

In a groundbreaking move for the heavy vehicle industry, Scania has become the world's first truck Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) to incorporate reused components ...

In a significant advancement for the mining industry, Scania has announced a collaborative effort with Australian mining giant Fortescue to develop and validate a fully i...

At IAA Transportation in Hanover, Scania showcases its versatile range of electrified and biofuel heavy trucks, including a brand-new battery electric tractor. Scania’s e...

NZ Post is committed to delivering on lower emissions. That’s why Scania NZ’s largest single assignment of BEV 4x2 Tractor units has just been received with open arms by ...

To help customers' transition to electric transport, Scania CV AB has announced that they have formed Erinion, a new company specialising in private and semi-public charg...

Scania is introducing its latest iteration of the G-series gearboxes for Scania Opticruise. The robust newcomer – named G38 – is specially developed for working together ...

Scania continues to expand its offer regarding battery-electric vehicle (BEV) trucks by introducing more electric machines, axle configurations and cab alternatives, plus...

Scania has recently announced the availability of its range of autonomous mining trucks,  with first sales set for the Australian market. Customers can now place ord...

Each year, all the manufacturers of heavy trucks in Europe are invited to the Green Truck comparison test. It is organised by two German trade magazines to identify the m...

Swedish truck manufacturer Scania has released its interim report for the period of January to June 2024, showcasing a robust financial performance in the second quarter ...

Strong sales, all-time high earnings, and growing market shares due to the successful roll-out of Scania Super.  

Scania Group net sales grew by 20 percent to ...

In a groundbreaking move aimed at transforming professional driver training, Scania has launched ProDriver, a fully digital coaching service designed to enhance driver pe...

The northbound Centre will be on the corner of SH1 and Weavers Road and is due to be completed late in 2025.

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) has begun work t...

Transportation technology services company EROAD Limited has announced that Selwyn Pellett, EROAD’s non-independent, non-executive director, has resigned from the Board.<...

People who travel south of Christchurch at night and overnight will need to build in some extra time with delays at the Selwyn River/ Waikirikiri Bridge from early May un...

The September 2024 issue of New Zealand Truck & Driver appears this week with a new addition to the J. Swap fleet on the cover.

Our September Git...

The reopening of State Highway 1 over the Brynderwyn hills will be delayed by a number of weeks due to an active slip.

State Highway 1 was due to fully reopen on 13...

Crews are now in the process of finishing the remainder of the closure works, preparing SH1 Brynderwyn Hills to reopen to two-way traffic from 11.59pm Wednesday 26 June.<...

State Highway 1 travellers will see some changes ahead as work continues to bring the Ngāruawāhia section of the Waikato Expressway up to 110km/h standard. 

Co...

Project teams have worked hard over the last three weeks to rebuild the Papakura northbound off-ramp, part of important strengthening work needed for the SH1 Papakura to ...

Planning for future southern Auckland transport network improvements that will deliver better and safer travel options is progressing following Auckland Council’s notific...

State Highway 1 traffic in north Waikato will be passing through Rangiriri at 110km/h by Easter.

The 4.8km section of the Waikato Expressway had extensive work in t...

A stretch of State Highway 1, at the southern entrance to Foxton, will be under stop/go traffic management between Sunday 3 March and Tuesday 5 March as crews make progre...

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) advises State Highway 1 Te Kamo Bypass, Whangārei, will be closed between Great North Road and Kamo Road from 7pm on Monday 4 Novem...

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) advises urgent bridge maintenance will take place on State Highway 20 (SH20) southbound lanes between Walmsley Road and Massey Road...

From Sunday 10 to Thursday 14 March, State Highway 29A between the Maungatapu roundabout and SH2/SH29A Te Maunga interchange will be fully closed in both directions to ap...

A scheduled closure on State Highway 29 Kaimai Range will take place over 4 nights from Sunday 15 September to Thursday 19 September (5 nights), from 8pm to 3.30am each n...

A scheduled closure on State Highway 29 Kaimai Range will take place over 4 nights from Sunday 14 July to Wednesday 17 July, from 8pm to 3.30am each night. 

Th...

Motorists are advised to plan ahead for a northbound lane closure on the State Highway 29 Takitimu Drive Toll Road. 

On Sunday 14 July, the northbound lane (fr...

Pekatahi bridge, located north of Tāneatua on State Highway 2, will close daily for maintenance from Monday 30 September to midday Friday 4 October.

NZ Transport Ag...

Two sections of road rehabilitation work on State Highway 2 (SH2) will be underway soon towards Whakatāne in the Western Bay of Plenty, and road users should expect delay...

Night and day-time closures are planned for State Highway 60 Tākaka Hill next month, as the state highway summer maintenance season continues in the top of the South Isla...

The highlight for me this week was attending the Wood Transport and Logistics Conference in Rotorua. This was timely, given policy advisor Billy Clemens and I met with th...

Transport Minister Simeon Brown has welcomed news that the NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) Board has approved funding towards pre-implementation and early works on the State H...

Motorists and freight will now drive through a new roundabout at the SH1/SH29 intersection at Piarere, marking a major milestone for one of the Government’s Roads of Regi...

The latest in a series of property investments has just been announced by Sime Darby Motors NZ, one of New Zealand’s leading suppliers of cars, trucks and transport solut...

Ruakura Superhub takes another leap forward as Sime Darby Motors NZ, a leading supplier of cars, trucks, and transport solutions, announces its partnership with Ruakura. ...