NZTD News

In a leap toward sustainability, Allied Petroleum has become the first in New Zealand to test Mobil Ethos+ Renewable Diesel R20 (R20) in a trial aimed at transforming the nation’s transport industry. This innovative fuel, produced in partnership with ExxonMobil Australia and New Zealand, boasts a unique composition of 20% renewable diesel derived from used cooking oil—repurposing waste into clean energy while maintaining the performance of traditional diesel. 

The trial involves five Allied Petroleum fuel tankers ...

Auckland’s rail network will be completely closed for 16 days, from April 12th to April 27th, 2025, to facilitate critical upgrades and renewal projects in preparation for the City Rail Link (CRL), set to open in 2026. While these upgrades are essential to modernising the city’s rail infrastructure, the closure will suspend all rail activities, forcing freight transport to shift from rail to road. This will have notable consequences for Auckland’s transport network. 

The suspension of freight trains during the clo...

HWR has officially announced the acquisition of Christchurch Ready-Mix Concrete (CRMC), marking a significant milestone for both companies. The deal, a share sale scheduled to be finalized by the close of business on April 11, represents a seamless transition for the 60-year-old family-owned enterprise into the HWR framework, promising continued growth and stability for CRMC under new shareholder control. The current branding, operations, and workforce at CRMC will remain unaffected, ensuring continuity for employees and cus...

The minimum stockholding obligation for diesel importers will increase from 21 to 28 days’ cover, bolstering New Zealand’s diesel reserves and resilience to supply disruptions, Associate Energy Minister Shane Jones says.

The Coalition Government consulted on the proposal late last year and has agreed that from 1 July 2028, fuel importers that have more than a 10 per cent market share must hold an additional seven days’ supply onshore.

“We use around 11 million litres of diesel every day in New Zealand, and it is ...

Former New Zealand Transport Agency CEO, Nicole Rosie, has today been announced as the new Chief Executive of Australia’s National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR). 

NHVR Chairperson, Duncan Gay AM said Ms Rosie will bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the role.

“I am pleased to announce Ms Rosie was selected as the new NHVR CEO following an extensive and rigorous recruitment process,” Mr Gay said.

“With over 20 years of leadership experience in both the public and private sectors, most recentl...

A major milestone has been achieved this week with the NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) Board approving the business case and signing a partner agreement with Ashburton District Council (ADC) on how both parties will work together to deliver the second Ashburton Bridge, says Associate Transport Minister and Minister for the South Island James Meager (pictured).

“This is great news for the people of Mid Canterbury and for the resiliency of State Highway 1. It is so important that we have a resilient roading network t...