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Road Transport Workforce Report released
Press releases | Transporting New Zealand
The landmark 2025 Road Transport Workforce Report, created with support from Teletrac Navman, has been released.

Lack of freight data ‘will hinder growth, productivity’
Press releases | Transporting New Zealand
The Ministry of Transport’s surprise cancellation of a long-anticipated freight study has been slammed by national freight body Transporting New Zealand, who says it will leave policy-makers guessing when it comes to road, rail and coastal shipping investment. BusinessDesk reported today that the Ministry of Transport has decided not to proceed with a new iteration…

Honouring the driving forces of the transport sector
Press releases | Transporting New Zealand
New drivers, old hands, smart brains and clever operators were honoured at the 2025 South Island Seminar Industry Awards in Christchurch.

Freight companies need flexibility to end unworkable employment relationships
News, Press releases | Transporting New Zealand
Freight companies need flexibility to end unworkable employment relationships Transporting New Zealand is backing a proposed law change that could make it easier for freight companies to part ways with unsafe drivers. If enacted, the Employment Relations (Termination of Employment by Agreement) Amendment would enable employers to initiate protected conversations for the purpose of ending…

Road rage and abuse of truckies causes concern
Press releases | Transporting New Zealand
The 2025 National Road Freight Survey found nearly 50 per cent of truck drivers reported being abused by members of the public.

Manawatū-Tararua Highway opening is great news for all road users
News, Press releases | Transporting New Zealand
The new 11.5km highway is a major milestone for the freight sector and regional communities.
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