NZTD News
Bombay Truck Show delivers again
Posted on 24-Jan-2025
A final calculation of funds raised has yet to be announced, but an early count will assure the three main community groups – the Franklin Hospice, Leukemia Blood Cancer Foundation, and the Bombay Rugby Club – will receive at least $40,000 each from last weekend’s Transfleet Trailers/ Allied Petroleum Bombay Truck Show.
The third Bombay show was a massive success with thousands of enthusiasts and families enjoying ideal weather, varied entertainment, and a huge line-up of trucks on show.
A total of 465 trucks ass...
.. Read MoreLessons from a tragedy
Posted on 24-Jan-2025
The start of the year is a chance to review goals and issues we will face over the next 12 months.
And I think it is timely to think about the insights from the prosecution of former Port of Auckland CEO Tony Gibson by Maritime New Zealand. It is a tragic case involving the death of a worker who was crushed by a container, and the subsequent prosecution is something all transport CEs and senior managers should be aware of.
It is the first time the CEO of a major New Zealand company has been found guilty under the...
.. Read MoreTransport leaders forum debuts in South Island
Posted on 24-Jan-2025
AutoSense is excited to announce the return of the NZI-sponsored Transport Leaders Forum, giving South Island-based transport decision-makers their first chance to attend the event at the Christchurch Town Hall on Friday, 21 February next year.
The sell-out breakfast event debuted in Auckland in 2024 with a line-up of inspirational speakers. Life coach and BBM Founder Dave Letele, motorsport legend Greg Murphy, and Coda Group CE Deena Clarkson will return to the Christchurch podium to address the important issues facin...
.. Read MoreTR Group Expands Network with New Albury Branch
Posted on 24-Jan-2025
TR Group, a specialist in truck and trailer hire and leasing, has extended its branch network with the launch of a new location in Albury, New South Wales. Strategically positioned at 44 Ceres Drive, Thurgoona NSW 2640, the new branch enhances the company’s presence in the Albury/Wodonga region, a key economic hub on the border of NSW and Victoria.
The Albury branch aims to serve customers in the Riverina, Canberra, and Murray River regions while supporting operators along the busy Hume Highway corridor connecting Melb...
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