Ports & Intermodal

Overview

This sector group represents members involved in the transport using multiple modes of transportation, particularly sea and air ports. The Ports & Intermodal Sector Group works alongside and supports other sector organisations, including the New Zealand Intermodal Safety Group and the South Island Port User Working Group.

Group Priorities

• Improving port turn-around times and processes for freight operators.
• Improving port safety outcomes and developing best practice guidance.
• Supporting the work of groups including NZISG and SIPUWG.
• Ensuring the road freight sector is involved and consulted with in port decision making.

Events and Deliverables

• Good Practice Guidelines for the safe operation and maintenance of Sideloaders (NZISG).
• Presentation to NZ Council of Cargo Owners on Road Freight Industry considerations.
• Assisting MoT’s Assessment of Long-Term Requirements for a Resilient Cook Strait Connection.

TNZ Contact

• Billy Clemens – billy@transporting.nz and 04 471 8283

Ports & Intermodal Sector Group Update (May 2025)