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Mapping your way through the summer works programme
Posted on 25-Oct-2024

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 through the desert to the source of the Nile, sail from the Atlantic to the Pacific through the elusive Arctic northwest passage, even storming the beaches at D-Day. My love of maps has only grown since then.

Today, with military-grade GPS now available in our phones and numerous other devices, the utilities of digital mapping are nearly infinite. Transpor...

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Breaking ground on the first new Road of National Significance
Posted on 24-Oct-2024

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 Kiwis and freight to get to where they want to go quickly and safely, Transport Minister Simeon Brown says.

“The Government is keeping its promise to New Zealanders to deliver a new generation of RoNS across the country that reduce congestion, unlock land for thousands of new houses, and boost economic growth as we rebuild the economy to reduce the cos...

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Colm Hamrogue Resigns as CEO of TDX Ltd
Posted on 24-Oct-2024

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 to his homeland of Ireland with his wife and young daughter.

TDX Board Chair, Greg Campbell, extends his heartfelt thanks to Colm on behalf of the Board, Shareholders, Suppliers, Partners, Staff, and other stakeholders for his significant contribution over the past three years.

Colm has led the company through an eventful and uncertain period, d...

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Fiat Professional Expands Its Lineup and Dealer Network in New Zealand
Posted on 24-Oct-2024

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 the diverse needs of New Zealand businesses. With the introduction of new models and a commitment to exceptional aftersales service, Fiat Professional is poised to become a go-to choice for tradies and enterprises across the country.

Fiat Professional’s updated range includes the much-anticipated Fiat Scudo Van, available to order now for late January 2...

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It's roads, Jim, but not as we know them
Posted on 24-Oct-2024

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 (Roads of National Significance) in order to four-lane it.

The Mackays to Peka Peka section of the Kapiti Expressway that opened in 2017 has led to Kapiti having one of the lowest rates of road fatalities in the country and we expect this latest improvement in the Hawke’s Bay to bring similar safety improvements, productivity benefits and a loss less frust...

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Narva Launches New Ultima MK3 LED Driving Lights with Enhanced Performance and Customisation
Posted on 24-Oct-2024

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 enhancement in effective output, claiming to deliver up to 30% more light than its predecessor, the MK2, while providing greater durability, control, and customization options. 

The new Ultima MK3 is expected to set a new benchmark for driving lights, with Narva stating that its MK2 lamps were already regarded as Australia’s best hybrid beam pattern drivi...

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