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CBAFF urges balance on ‘steep’ Port of Auckland fee

The Customs Brokers and Freight Forwarders Federation of New Zealand (CBAFF) is calling for a more balanced approach to proposed access fee increases at the Port of Auckland, warning of significant flow-on effects for sup – ply chains and consumers. The Port has confirmed it will impose a 77% increase in vehicle booking system (VBS)ContinueContinue reading “CBAFF urges balance on ‘steep’ Port of Auckland fee”

BuildNZ 2025: Building and growing connections amid industry innovation

In an era where digital communication dominates how Kiwis and the world work, with remote work becoming more of a norm, BuildNZ stands out as a vital opportunity to reconnect – face-to-face – with the heartbeat of New Zealand’s building and construction industry. Scheduled to take place from July 15-16 at the Auckland Showgrounds, thisContinueContinue reading “BuildNZ 2025: Building and growing connections amid industry innovation”

Socomec and NHP partnership targets growing demand for energy management

Socomec country manager, Australia and New Zealand, James Fraser, with NHP marketing manager – customer and channels, Daniel Hillhouse, right, signing the new partnership agreement Socomec, described as a leading manufacturer of electrical equipment with strong expertise in critical energy applications, has entered into a new exclusive distribution partnership with NHP for its energy managementContinueContinue reading “Socomec and NHP partnership targets growing demand for energy management”

Farnese NZ…

Delivery on machinery from the sale to the service For Farnese NZ Ltd, recent years of operation has meant much positive change. The company manufactures, sells and services all manner of machinery for woodworking, stone, granite, marble, aluminium and plastic applications and the recent merging with Farnese Australia has opened greater opportunities within manufacturing. FarneseContinueContinue reading “Farnese NZ…”

‘Have we got it right?’: New Zealand Infrastructure Commission seeks feedback

The New Zealand Infrastructure Commission has published ‘Testing our thinking: Developing an enduring National Infrastructure Plan,’ to share its initial thinking and seek feedback as it develops the National Infrastructure Plan. When completed, the 30-year plan will help inform decision-making by both central and local government, giving the infrastructure industry more confidence to invest inContinueContinue reading “‘Have we got it right?’: New Zealand Infrastructure Commission seeks feedback”

SKILLS SHORTAGES ‘LIFTED’ BY ACCREDITED TRAINING PROGRAMMES

Results from 1,052 graduates of IPWEA’s Professional Certificate in Asset Management Planning provide clear evidence that professional accredited training programs are key to addressing the current skills shortage with significant improvements in capability reported. The self-assessment surveys conducted over two years compare pre and post course data and show participants have achieved an average 67%ContinueContinue reading “SKILLS SHORTAGES ‘LIFTED’ BY ACCREDITED TRAINING PROGRAMMES”