September 26, 2025
Global insights from the HVTT
Over the last 25 years or so, I’ve been involved in the International Forum for Heavy Vehicle Transport and Technology (HVTT), presenting…
September 23, 2025
Ō2NL highway construction a boost for freight and growth
Road freight industry group Transporting New Zealand has welcomed today’s announcement that construction has begun on the Ōtaki to north of…
September 19, 2025
The threat to the infrastructure pipeline
Political polling released this week suggests that next year’s election could come down to the wire. What does this mean for transport and…
September 12, 2025
A smarter approach to regulation
WorkSafe’s latest ACOP demonstrates a changed approach, and it would be great to see more of this.
September 9, 2025
Tasman speed reductions redundant and costly
Tasman District Council’s decision to proceed with widespread speed limit reductions across the district simply don’t stack up.
September 5, 2025
Business conditions could get even tougher. We can do more to help ourselves
With universal RUC, tolling and regulatory reform all on the horizon, our three industry associations can either strengthen the voice of…
August 29, 2025
Wide range of issues demonstrates transport complexity
This week, New Zealand and international media covered a variety of transport related issues, from overloaded tractors to the carbon…
August 28, 2025
Fernhill Bridge costing region millions
Weight restrictions on Fernhill Bridge on SH50 in Hawke’s Bay are costing the region millions of dollars, with many freight companies…
August 22, 2025
Big week for industry engagement
It's been a big week for industry engagement, from hosting the Petroleum Industry Transport Safety Forum to meeting with Minister for ACC…
August 15, 2025
Tolls, hard hats and high-viz
This week, public interest in road funding has continued as NZTA announced that it may toll Canterbury's new Belfast to Pegasus Motorway…