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National Road Freight Industry Survey 2025
News | Transporting New Zealand
The 2025 National Road Freight Industry Survey was made possible through the generous support of the E J Brenan Memorial Trust. Download the survey PDF here.
A good decision on industry training
Friday blog | Transporting New Zealand
Vocational Education Minister Penny Simmonds' announcement that MITO is to be an industry-owned, industry-lead organisation is good news.
Retirement of Aratere highlights need for new ferries
News, Press releases | Transporting New Zealand
The withdrawal of the Aratere means there will be just four ferries being operated by the Interislander and Bluebridge companies for nearly four years, until two new vessels are scheduled to go into service in December 2029.
Investing in the young drivers
News | Transporting New Zealand
"I’ve always been around trucks. They’ve been in the family since I was born ..."
Responding to the truck driver shortage
News | Transporting New Zealand
In recent years, New Zealand's road freight industry has experienced a serious deficit of skilled drivers. The Government responded by putting in place a temporary residence pathway to attract overseas drivers.
Road freight association backs Time of Use Charging Bill, but flags cost concerns
News, Press releases | Transporting New Zealand
National road freight association Transporting New Zealand has backed congestion charging legislation, but says that amendments are necessary to maximise savings for consumers and businesses.
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