$200m for level crossings welcome, but Auckland can’t wait until 2032
The Government’s announcement of $200 million in funding for critical grade separation Auckland level crossings has been welcomed by the road freight industry, but it has major concerns on Auckland Transport’s delays in getting them built.
Flexible supply chain obscures need for long term plan.
If you ever doubted the ability of New Zealand’s supply chain to just get on and deliver despite blockages, breakdowns, bad weather and closures – the last month or so demonstrated the flexibility and resilience of the country’s freight systems. While the trucking industry has played a key role, co-operation with other modes of transport including rail and shipping has made it work.
National Road Carriers support Government’s decision to use tolling to accelerate investment in roads
Today’s announcement that tolling will be used to accelerate investment in new roads including Ōtaki to north of Levin, Takitimu North Link and Penlink, is a positive move, believes National Road Carriers (NRC).
Ferry announcement shows Government is serious about providing certainty for interisland freight
National Road Carriers Association (NRC) is pleased a decision has been made to establish a new company to procure two new ferries to replace KiwiRail’s interisland ferries as they reach their end of life.
Road freight should be represented on new Auckland Regional Transport Committee
National Road Carriers Association (NRC) would like to see the road freight sector formally included as a member of the new Auckland Regional Transport Committee (ARTC) when it is established.
Quit it! Employment Court rules against forfeiture clauses
It is not uncommon for employers to include a clause in their employment agreements that requires staff to forfeit a specified amount of salary or wages if they fail to work out their notice period upon resignation. Typically this clause is intended to compensate the employer for potential losses or disruptions caused to their business by the employee’s early departure.
NRC secondee programme strengthens governance capability
National Road Carriers (NRC) recently launched a new leadership initiative aimed at transport operators with an interest in governance.
The Road to 2025 – why connectivity will drive fleet success
The next few years promise to be transformative, driven by advances in connectivity that will reshape how fleet businesses operate
Fast track project list balanced and achievable says National Road Carriers
The list of 149 projects to be included in the Government’s one-stop-shop Fast Track Approvals Bill is balanced and achievable says National Road Carriers Association (NRC).
Government LEHVF will help transport transition says National Road Carriers
The Government Low Emissions Heavy Vehicle Fund (LEHVF) announced today will help the road transport industry’s transition to clean technologies says National Road Carriers Association (NRC) GM Policy & Advocacy James Smith.
Transport sector leaders call for well-resourced Ministry of Transport as partner
Transport sector leaders are calling for the opportunity to work closely with the Ministry of Transport following the release today of a Public Service Commission performance improvement review of the Ministry.
NRC pleased to see RONS and RORS funding allocation
National Road Carriers Association (NRC) is pleased to see the Government’s announcements today allocating funding to Roads of National Significance (RONS) and Roads of Regional Significance (RORS).
Piarere to Waiouru road closures positive sign major road maintenance is kicking off
Confirmation from the Minister of Transport, Simeon Brown, that the first of several large and ambitious maintenance and rehabilitation projects is about to kick off is welcome news to the freight sector.
Smart time-of-use charging will enable more efficient goods delivery – if done right
Getting time of use charging right for road freight is critical says National Road Carriers Association (NRC), responding to the Government’s announcement it will introduce legislation this year to enable time-of-use schemes to be developed on our busiest roads.
NRC supports new roadside drug testing legislation to improve safety
National Road Carriers Association (NRC) supports the Government’s new legislation to enable roadside drug testing.
NRC welcomes acceleration of Northland Expressway as public private partnership
National Road Carriers Association (NRC) welcomes the decision to accelerate the Northland Expressway as a three-phase public private partnership.
Works to begin on first seven Roads of National Significance
Today’s announcement by Transport Minister Simeon Brown that NZTA expects to begin procurement, enabling works and construction of the first seven roads of national significance (RONs) in the next three years is welcome news for the freight sector.
Freight industry breathes a sigh of relief as NZTA announces Brynderwyns reopening
NZTA’s announcement that the Brynderwyn’s are set to open to two-way traffic from 11.59pm Wednesday 26 June, just ahead of Matariki weekend is welcome news for both the Northland community and the freight industry, many of whom have had to cope with lengthy diversions while the works have been underway.
The fact contractors have had to move 240,000 cubic metres of soil to create road shoulder space and stabilise the hillside illustrates the sheer scale of the job.
Otaki to north of Levin Road of National Significance update welcomed by freight sector
The latest announcement by Transport Minister Simeon Brown is another positive sign that the National-led Government is getting serious about roading and infrastructure.
"Investment in our road network needs to happen at pace to help New Zealand unlock it’s true economic potential. More efficient freight routes are intrinsically linked to higher productivity and with our economy facing some significant head winds at the moment, everything the Government can do to get things going is a win," says Justin Tighe-Umbers, CEO, National Road Carriers.
Raised speed limits will make goods delivery faster
The Government’s announcement today it will raise speed limits where it is safe to do so on the open road and local roads will help make goods delivery faster says National Road Carriers Association (NRC).
“The Government last week announced it plans to improve the quality of the roads with State Highway and Local Road Pothole Prevention funds totalling nearly $4 billion that will make faster travel safe and effective,†says NRC CEO Justin Tighe-Umbers.