International developments deliver clear benefits, but we’re in the waiting place
A more productive freight system benefits the safety, economy, and our climate goals, but the Government isn't even making temporary…
Getting started in Commercial Road Transport
Wondering how young people can transition into training and employment in the transport industry? MITO has the following tips for you.
Transporting New Zealand calls on everyone to Be a Road Safety Hero as part of Road Safety Week
Transporting New Zealand is backing Road Safety Week (4-10 May), coordinated by the road safety charity Brake with sponsorship from NZ…
Official truck loading code under review
Transporting NZ has raised a number of concerns about proposed new sections for the truck loading code.
Proposed congestion charges for trucks will hit freight customers and consumers
A Ministry of Transport proposal to set congestion charges for trucks at four times the rate of cars will increase costs for businesses and…
Planes, trains and automobiles… and don’t forget ships
Rail and coastal shipping play important roles, but previous attempts by government to shift freight between modes have been ineffective,…
Freight access protected during critical Tiniroto Road repairs
Improved access arrangements for urgent Tiniroto Road repairs are a positive step after initial closure plans threatened major disruption…
Freight productivity measures will support jobs and economic growth
The road freight sector and wider economy will benefit from the Government removing barriers to improve freight productivity and minimise…
Silver lining of a crisis
Over the last 72 hours I’ve sensed a quantum leap in attention and urgency to VDAM reform as officials advise their Ministers on what can…
WoF inspection frequency to reduce
The government has announced changes to WoF frequencies from this November, with some vehicles reducing to every 2 years, and others…
Never waste a good crisis
With our large coastline, New Zealand has a huge exclusive economic zone, and there is absolutely the potential for more oil to be…
Margins under pressure – industry fuel survey update
Key themes include margins under pressure, severe cashflow strain, concern about diesel stockouts, and slowing demand.