By Dr Troy Coyle, HERA CEO Our engineering, construction and manufacturing sectors are struggling to find talent. We need to be far more inclusive so we can unlock the potential of a diverse future workforce and all the benefits they bring to our mahi (work). I have for some time spoken about this based onContinueContinue reading “OPINION: The Tohu App – how cultural mapping can boost industry growth”
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Kiwi youth excel on robotics world stage
Kiwis shone bright at the Vex Robotics World Championships held in the US recently. Fifteen local teams represented ‘KiwiBots, Aotearoa’, competing across all five divisions and bringing home six world titles. In excess of 30,000 teams competed from more than 70 countries, with 2500 teams invited to the big event in elementary, middle, high schoolContinueContinue reading “Kiwi youth excel on robotics world stage”
New manager of Bonfiglioli New Zealand, company expands in Sydney
Bonfiglioli New Zealand has announced the promotion of Paul Savage to the role of New Zealand country manager. Savage joined Bonfiglioli New Zealand in 2008, as the company’s national sales manager. Following a brief hiatus in 2023 and has now re-joined Bonfiglioli New Zealand to take up the reins as the new country manager. “I’mContinueContinue reading “New manager of Bonfiglioli New Zealand, company expands in Sydney”
Ruakura Energy to power Ruakura Superhub
Tainui Group Holdings (TGH) has formed a new subsidiary business, Ruakura Energy, to own and operate a bespoke electricity distribution network, designed to meet the energy needs of the Ruakura Superhub, one of the largest inland port and logistics precincts in Australasia. The Superhub is adjacent to nearby national electricity assets and is already homeContinueContinue reading “Ruakura Energy to power Ruakura Superhub”
Gas production forecast to fall below demand
Natural gas production in New Zealand is expected to drop below demand, according to the latest oil and gas reserves data released by the Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment (MBIE). “For at least the next three years, data shows New Zealand’s natural gas reserves will produce 10 petajoules (PJ) less than recent demand levels,”ContinueContinue reading “Gas production forecast to fall below demand”
CHANGES AT OKUMA: Medley appointed NZ manager as de Jong retires
Karl Medley will assume the role of Okuma New Zealand manager effective July 1, 2024. Medley is well known within the New Zealand CNC engineering community through his longstanding sales role for the Haas range of CNC machines. “Karl has a strong English manufacturing background within several of the UK’s premier manufacturers followed by 13ContinueContinue reading “CHANGES AT OKUMA: Medley appointed NZ manager as de Jong retires”
Freight body warns of Port of Auckland price hikes will hit businesses, consumers
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 the country, unless accompanied by significant port productivity gains. POAL recently announced increases in port access fees and other charges effective January 2025 and 2026, following on from substantialContinueContinue reading “Freight body warns of Port of Auckland price hikes will hit businesses, consumers”
New range of Multicomp Pro 3D printer filaments
Element14 is expanding its line of Multicomp Pro offerings to include a variety of 3D printer filaments, catering to the diverse needs of design engineers, creators and hobbyists. “We are thrilled to expand our Multicomp Pro product offerings, especially as the needs of our customer base evolve,” says Steve Jagger-Marsh product segment leader, element14 “AsContinueContinue reading “New range of Multicomp Pro 3D printer filaments”
Hydraulink’s quiet achiever honoured for commitment to industry
A director of the Australasian Hydraulink businesses honoured by The King for services to engineering, business and the community says, “having served for 21 years in the Royal New Zealand Navy, retiring in the rank of Lieutenant Commander and been exposed to all forms of personal and professional training, I am a strong believer inContinueContinue reading “Hydraulink’s quiet achiever honoured for commitment to industry”
Hydraulic hose replacement when and where you need it
Danfoss Power Solutions has launched its on-site hose assembly workshop programme that brings hydraulic hose replacement and repair capabilities directly to construction, engineering oil and gas, mining, and other sites where hydraulic equipment operates, minimising operational disruptions. Danfoss on-site hose assembly workshops are fully equipped mobile containers stocked with the specific Danfoss hoses, fittings, andContinueContinue reading “Hydraulic hose replacement when and where you need it”
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