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‘On track to deliver’: Peters on new Interislander ferry updates

The new ferries are expected to be in operation by 2029.

Data revolution: How connected cars are reshaping Auckland’s roads

With connected vehicle data, traffic can be measured at all times of the day and year.

Freightways eyes trans-Tasman growth “if it fits right”

A solid HY25 result in a moribund economy.

Airwork’s past owner on mission to save the firm

‘There’s some value [in Airwork], but each day it is diminishing.’

Inside the fight against smuggling at New Zealand's largest port

How New Zealand Customs uses intelligence and technology to battle rising drug smuggling at the Port of Tauranga. Video / Mike Scott

Logistics groups move Chinese staff to help companies tackle Sino-US trade tensions

Financial Times: Firms redeploy Mandarin speakers to help manufacturers set up overseas.

Support for new rail-enabled ferries, Kiwis don’t want privatisation

Some transport sector leaders say ferries non-rail-enabled would make freight more costly.

Editorial: Can Winston Peters really find a 'better' ferry solution by March?

Editorial: The Rail Minister has two months to better the plan Nicola Willis has devised.

Cherry skies: Summerfruit airlift about to take off

The summer rush for $100m in exports is about to start.

Tech Insider: Mighty Ape co-founder turns Book Hero

PLUS: Do we trust AI for stock-picking? Researcher finds a gender split.

Locally rejected port expansion plan gets fast-track tick

Eleven Northland projects get approval for fast-tracking.

Mainfreight expects 9.3% H1 pre-tax profit drop

Despite revenue surpassing $2.5b, some regions are under-performing.

Transport giant wants rail on new ferries

Mainfreight's managing director said the rail connection was vital for the network.

Shipping companies asked to service the Chatham Islands

Current ship supplying the Chatham Islands, The Southern Tiare, is at the end of its life.

Editorial: Ferries safe to sail another five years, but should they?

OPINION: It seems the current fleet will need to see us through until 2029.