NZ ports on the up

OEMs continue to make progress with battery-powered machines and alternative fuels as more ports in the US line up for government incentives for low and zero emissions equipment.

MUNZ calls for “rail-enabled” ferries that can load rail wagons directly as government considers replacement vessels.

Kalmar will supply six empty container handlers to ContainerCo in New Zealand, with delivery starting in Q1 2025.

Port Otago’s 2023/24 financial report reveals a 30% increase in net profit, reaching NZ$ 30.4 million (US$ 19 million), driven by four core business units.

Northport in New Zealand is appealing a decision denying resource consents for its planned expansion to create a larger container terminal and facilities.

New Zealand’s largest ports, Port of Auckland and Wellington’s CentrePort, will be the first in the country to invest in electric empty container handlers.