Governments Freight Action Plan Welcomed by Industry Leaders

Highlights:

• The New Zealand Government’s new freight action plan, along with an updated national freight demand study and a freight advisory council, has been welcomed by industry leaders.
• Justin Tighe-Umbers, CEO of the National Road Carriers Association, said strengthening freight networks is essential for New Zealand’s global competitiveness and long-term economic growth.
• Industry stakeholders believe the initiatives will help improve infrastructure, boost supply chain resilience, and support more efficient transport networks across road, rail, air, and sea.

Strengthening Supply Chain Resilience

The New Zealand Government’s new initiatives to launch a national freight action plan, update the national freight demand study, and establish a freight advisory council have received a positive response from industry stakeholders. Industry leaders say the move signals a stronger commitment to improving the country’s transport and logistics networks, especially at a time when global supply chains remain fragile.

Justin Tighe-Umbers, chief executive of the National Road Carriers Association, said the measures would help future-proof the economy. “As an exporting nation that also depends heavily on imports, New Zealand sits at the far end of the world’s supply chains. Ensuring that both domestic and international freight networks run efficiently is vital to our global competitiveness and long-term economic growth,” he noted.

Addressing Long-Standing Challenges

Freight operators have long called for a more coordinated approach to improving infrastructure and reducing bottlenecks across road, rail, air, and sea transport. By updating the national freight demand study, the Government aims to capture emerging trends such as e-commerce growth, changes in shipping routes, and the push for lower-emission transport options. The creation of a freight advisory council will bring together government officials, transport providers, exporters, and logistics experts to shape policies that can support resilience in times of disruption, such as pandemics, natural disasters, and international conflicts.

Industry Optimism for Long-Term Gains

At the time of writing, industry sentiment is cautiously optimistic that the freight plan could lead to more efficient networks, better investment in infrastructure, and enhanced economic productivity.

Observers say the success of the plan will depend on how quickly the Government can implement reforms and collaborate with private-sector partners to drive practical outcomes.

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