Ministry of Transport’s Freight and Supply Chain Strategy is pragmatic say freight industry bodies NRC and NTA
The Ministry of Transport’s Freight and Supply Chain Strategy released today is a pragmatic document and where we need to go according to freight industry bodies National Road Carriers Association (NRC) and the NZ Trucking Association (NTA).
The Strategy sets out nine strategic goals for the next 10 years. Strategic goals under the heading Infrastructure and Government Systems include decarbonising freight routes and infrastructure, evidence-based decision making for freight, and reliable and adaptive long-term plans for the freight system.
National Road Carriers supports Government announcement to boost transport funding
The draft Government Policy Statement (GPS) on land transport, released today confirms a much-needed increase to transport funding is planned.
National Road Carriers Association (NRC) is pleased to see the Government committing to significant investment in roading infrastructure as this reflects the essential role the network plays in supporting the entire New Zealand economy
Teletrac Navman Demonstrates Commitment to the Transport Industry through Naming Rights Sponsorship of Technology | Maintenance | Safety Conference and Exhibition
Teletrac Navman, a leading provider of technology solutions for the transportation industry, is the new naming rights sponsor for the upcoming Technology | Maintenance | Safety Conference and Exhibition (TMS) to be held in Christchurch, New Zealand. The TMS Conference and Exhibition will be known as Teletrac Navman TMS Conference & Exhibition from 11th August. This partnership showcases Teletrac Navman’s approach to advancing the road freight industry in New Zealand, in the pursuit of ongoing innovation and collaboration.
National Road Carriers strengthens team with new management appointments
Following a concentrated effort to revitalise National Road Carriers (NRC) strategy and ensure the organisation is delivering the best outcomes for members, NRC is moving into phase two of its transformation which is ‘investing in our people’.
CEO, Justin Tighe-Umbers says, “The team is key to NRC’s success and our ability to serve our members into the future. That means getting our organisation structure, roles and processes set so we deliver our service promise to our members and service partners. Reviewing our leadership structure and investing in marketing capability are the next step in the transformation journey. It’s clear that in order to deliver on our strategy, we need to more delivery capacity in the business.
National Road Carriers applauds National Party focus on roading essentials and resilience
Freight industry body National Road Carriers Association (NRC) agrees with the National Party’s focus on the essentials of building and maintaining the roading network and road resilience in its transport policy announced today.
The National Party’s transport policy is focused on bringing back roads of national significance, resilience projects and better public transport.
The policy promises extending four-lane highways in the northern Golden Triangle, and to Wellington Airport and the Christchurch northern motorway, a nationwide road upgrade programme, and resilience projects in weather-damaged areas including the Brynderwyns, Hawke’s Bay, and upgrading the Napier to Gisborne and Napier to Taupo roads.
National Party’s pothole pledge gets thumbs up from National Road Carriers
The National Party’s pledge in its transport policy announced today to repair potholes within 24 hours and rehabilitate at least two per cent of road surfaces each year has the thumbs up from trucking industry body National Road Carriers Association (NRC).
“Potholes are a continual hazard for road freight deliveries as well as the general public – we’ve seen record numbers of them, and a clear priority to address them is well overdue,” says NRC CEO Justin Tighe-Umbers.
NRC’s commitment to effecting positive change for members delivers clear results
National Road Carriers Association held its 87th AGM on Friday which proved to be a fantastic celebration of the wins the organisation has achieved over the last 12 months. Well attended by members, commercial partners, and industry colleagues from NZ Trucking Association (NTA), the evening was as much about gaining insight into the next phase of the strategy as it was to connect with fellow members.
Sideloader Good Practice Guide launches with WorkSafe seal of approval
The New Zealand Intermodal Transport Safety Group (NZITSG) has received official endorsement from WorkSafe on the Good Practice Guide: Safe Operation and Maintenance of Sideloaders (Good Practice Guide) and the programme is now being launched across the transport industry.
The NZITSG was established to address intermodal safety concerns, and is made up of transport operators, original equipment manufacturers (OEM’s), industry associations, and industry training provider Mito.
Budget focus on resilience right but roading deficit remains
While this year’s Budget addresses the urgent need to respond to the devastation caused by the recent weather events it does not address the long-term funding deficit caused by decades of under-investment in New Zealand’s roading network.
Justin Tighe-Umbers, CEO, National Road Carriers (NRC) says, “As a country we don’t have the luxury of focusing on the nice to haves. If the recent cyclone and flooding has shown us one thing it’s how we urgently need to get the basics right. In terms of roading we need to focus on the three R’s – Resilience, Rebuild and Restorative maintenance.”
Bridge to replace SH25A is best option says National Road Carriers
Today’s announcement by Transport Minister Michael Wood that the Government is committed to building a bridge to replace SH25A is being welcomed by the transport sector.
“Confirmation the bridge will be able to be delivered quickly, while bringing more resilience to the Coromandel road network means transport operators across the regions now have better surety around what the future will hold for both the affected communities and their businesses,” says Justin Tighe-Umbers, CEO, National Road Carriers Association (NRC).
National Road Carriers welcomes new immigration settings for truck drivers
National Road Carriers Association (NRC) welcomes confirmation today by Minister of Immigration and Transport Michael Wood that Class 4 and 5 truck drivers will be able to apply for residency from 29 September, if they’ve completed a two-year work requirement.
NRC CEO Justin Tighe-Umbers said the two-year work to residence for truck and bus drivers had been agreed with the transport sector and was first announced in December 2022.
Planning for industry-led truck safety accreditation programme continues
It was great to see last week’s Waka Kotahi March edition of Te Pae Kaa Kaa talking about how government agencies and industry are collectively turning the focus on to work-related road safety.
Truckies breathe sigh of relief Brynderwyns reopening early but call for alternative route
Trucking companies that operate in Northland are breathing a sigh of relief that State Highway 1 over Northland’s Brynderwyn Hills will temporarily reopen in both directions from noon today — the first time since Cyclone Gabrielle struck last month.
National Road Carriers Association (NRC) Commercial Transport Specialist Paula Rogers said Northland members are very appreciative that the road across the Brynderwyn Hills is opening earlier than expected.
Mayor Brown hits the cone on the head
Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown has hit the cone on the head – it’s time to adopt a more sensible approach to traffic management says National Road Carriers Association (NRC).
NRC Transport and Logistics Advisory Group welcomes Fullers360 CEO Mike Horne
The National Road Carriers (NRC) Transport and Logistics Advisory Group has strengthened its sustainability credentials by welcoming Fullers Group Ltd CEO, Mike Horne onboard.
NRC CEO Justin Tighe-Umbers says, “Road transport will be impacted by how hydrogen network infrastructure is solved for maritime, and in many ways the network challenges we face are the same. Investment in the right infrastructure to deliver sustainable energy solutions requires significant investment.
Specifically, what is needed to fix transport infrastructure deficit?
National Road Carriers Association (NRC) is calling for the Government to provide the specifics needed to address New Zealand’s transport infrastructure deficit.
National Road Carriers Cyclone Relief Membership Offer
The effects of Cyclone Gabrielle continue to be felt across the North Island and feedback from our members suggests many of our transport community have been significantly impacted, particularly in the hardest hit regions.
We know in times of hardship fellow operators are there, ready to lend a hand, providing emergency support and helping wherever possible. There have been countless stories of the trucking industry stepping up to help friends and colleagues hit by either the recent flooding or the cyclone.
National Road Carriers (NRC) has a proud history of members helping members. That’s why we’re offering our support to both existing and new members.
Rebuilding roads will require more than $250 million tagged and a skilled workforce
The Government’s announcement of $250 million for assessing and fixing the roads is a great start, but the final number is going to be significantly higher says National Road Carriers Transport and Logistics Advisory Group Chair Simon Bridges.
Two Associations One Goal – Working Together for the Benefit of their Members and the Transport Industry
National Road Carriers (NRC) and New Zealand Trucking (NTA) are pleased to announce they have signed a memorandum of understanding to work closely together to address common road transport issues and goals.
Together the Associations represent over 3,000 members, who collectively operate 30,000 trucks nationwide. NRC and NTA support their members with legal, financial, employment relations, health & safety, workplace relations, business, and environmental advice. They advocate on behalf of members and work with Central and Local Government on road transport infrastructure and regulations.
Golden triangle unlocked thanks to dramatically reduced journey times on the Waikato Expressway
The recently completed Waikato Expressway is a cracking example of how first-class infrastructure can unlock the potential of a region, provide tangible economic gains and efficiencies, while delivering much-needed safety outcomes for the transport industry and other road users. In fact, it is so good, that some would suggest the Waikato Expressway should be the blueprint for how future critical roading infrastructure is delivered, minus the 30-year timeframe.