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Clarence River crossing rail rebuild milestone
Disaster Recovery

Clarence River crossing rail rebuild milestone

Repairs are easing the Picton-Christchurch line's rebuild, with work trains now able to cross the Clarence Bridge again after earthquake damage.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Sun, 9th Jul 2017
Cities will become more desirable when IoT takes hold
Firewalls

Cities will become more desirable when IoT takes hold

Safer streets and lower running costs are among the gains researchers say connected sensors could bring to New Zealand's urban centres.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 9th Jul 2017
Repairs to quake-damaged line continue apace
Disaster Recovery

Repairs to quake-damaged line continue apace

Freight services on the Main North Line remain months away, with only 10 kilometres left to repair after the 2016 earthquake.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 6th Jul 2017
Electric car market sparking up as all vehicle sales rise
Power / Energy

Electric car market sparking up as all vehicle sales rise

Charging networks and low running costs are helping New Zealand’s electric car uptake, as registrations hit a monthly record and sales broadened.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Jul 2017
Western Corridor project well ahead of schedule
Urban Planning

Western Corridor project well ahead of schedule

Christchurch motorists should see congestion ease as the USD $112 million Russley Road upgrade is set to open months early next year.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 3rd Jul 2017
Waterview Tunnel a victim of its own success
Urban Planning

Waterview Tunnel a victim of its own success

Commuters faced delays almost as soon as Auckland’s NZD $1.4 billion Waterview Tunnel opened, as curious motorists swamped the route.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 3rd Jul 2017
City Rail Link firmly on track
Construction

City Rail Link firmly on track

Commuters should still expect disruptions as crews remove roadway and build support structures, but one lane each way will stay open.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 28th Jun 2017
Siemens acquires leading rail data company
Data Analytics

Siemens acquires leading rail data company

It boosts Siemens’ predictive maintenance push, as the deal with MRX Technologies aims to cut rail delays and lift asset availability.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 26th Jun 2017
Geopolitical macroeconomic factors, global trade flows and their impact on New Zealand
Supply Chain

Geopolitical macroeconomic factors, global trade flows and their impact on New Zealand

Exporters face a shifting trade climate as political upheaval in the EU and US reshapes freight flows and New Zealand's prospects.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 15th Jun 2017
Gisborne port to invest in region’s economic growth
Supply Chain

Gisborne port to invest in region’s economic growth

Forestry-driven log volumes are set to outgrow current capacity, prompting Eastland Port to seek consent for a twin-berth expansion.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 13th Jun 2017
Waterview Tunnel set to open early July
Construction

Waterview Tunnel set to open early July

The opening will complete most of Auckland’s Western Ring Route, giving commuters and freight a faster link across the city from early July.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 12th Jun 2017
LGNZ policy priorities to inform election manifesto
Housing

LGNZ policy priorities to inform election manifesto

Local councils are seeking more funding and policy support as climate change, ageing and infrastructure pressures reshape communities ahead of the 2017 election.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 11th Jun 2017
Auckland Airport announces billion-dollar investment
Airlines

Auckland Airport announces billion-dollar investment

Passengers should see faster journeys and improved terminals as the airport spends about NZD $1.8 billion on upgrades through 2022.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Jun 2017
Auckland road pricing moves a step closer
Urban Planning

Auckland road pricing moves a step closer

Congestion charging in Auckland is now under formal review, with officials warning the city’s gridlock is hurting productivity and business.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 7th Jun 2017
Demand must be balanced with investment
Auckland Council

Demand must be balanced with investment

Auckland’s funding shortfall may force motorway tolls sooner, as infrastructure leaders warn road pricing must also pay for investment.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 7th Jun 2017
Heavy lifting on the Kaikoura line
Disaster Recovery

Heavy lifting on the Kaikoura line

Freight on the Main North Line is closer to resuming as KiwiRail clears earthquake damage and shifts 102-tonne locomotives by road.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 31st May 2017
Kiwi rocket blasts off to scientific applause
Space

Kiwi rocket blasts off to scientific applause

Despite missing orbit, the launch has put Rocket Lab in a strong position, though experts warn it must prove reliability and win customers.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Mon, 29th May 2017
Budget commitment to rail welcomed
Supply Chain

Budget commitment to rail welcomed

The funding will help keep freight and commuter services reliable, while supporting recovery works and safety upgrades across KiwiRail’s network.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 25th May 2017