Top business stories from nzherald.co.nz for Wed, Feb 18:
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Vector profits up 17pc to $90.8m
Auckland energy network company Vector is describing its latest half year profit of $90.8 million as "a steady result".
Opus profits up 25pc despite tough times
Infrastructure consultant Opus International Consultants has exceeded expectations with increased revenue and profits, up around 25 per cent for 2008.
NZ company lands job guiding US helicopters
Helicopter pilots heading out to emergencies across the US state of Texas will soon be working with kiwi-made instrumentation.
Air NZ vows to fight Jetstar
Air New Zealand, facing falling passenger numbers, says it will "compete vigorously" with low fares and a high level of service against its newest domestic main trunk competitor, budget airline Jetstar.