Transporting News – Autumn 2026 Edition Out Now

Cook Strait ferry news, (not) mourning the loss of the RMA, chats with new board member Shona Robertson and more good stuff in the new…

SH2 Melling transport improvements

Earlier this week, Transporting New Zealand visited works at the large SH2 Melling (Lower Hutt) upgrade project.

Cut fuel costs now with SAFED principles

With fuel costs rising we recommend reviewing SAFED (Safe and Fuel Efficient Driving) guidance as one part of your response.

Fuel information for road freight sector (20 March 2026)

The latest information we have on fuel prices from MBIE, and advice to operators.

Energy security – was closing Marsden Point a mistake?

Would keeping NZ's only refinery open have helped protect NZ from possible fuel shortages? Mark Stockdale investigates.

Ferry Update presentations available to watch now

Learn more about the Cook Strait Ferry Replacement programme.

Canterbury Freight Forum updates

Congestion on SH1 between the Waimakariri Bridge and Hornby, along with upcoming regulatory and safety priorities, were key topics at…

Inoperative truck side indicators partly blamed for fatal crash

A Police Serious Crash Unit report into the death of a cyclist has been partly blamed on inoperative main side indicators on a truck.

Fuel information for road freight sector (11 March 2026)

The latest information we have on fuel prices from MBIE, MFAT and New Zealand’s fuel importers.

What will the Iran conflict mean for fuel prices and supply?

There is concern we could be in for a spike in fuel prices or even shortages following the US/Israeli air strike on Iran.