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Over the last 25 years or so, I’ve been involved in the International Forum for Heavy Vehicle Transport and Technology (HVTT), presenting papers at several of its symposia. I’ve also been a Board member for much of that time – so long I can hardly recall.  

The Board is well-represented by members across the globe, who share the duty of providing the monthly newsletter. September was my turn, so this week, I’m sharing it here too (slightly edited for brevity). ...

National Road Freight Association Transporting New Zealand is urging members to get their applications in quickly, with just seven days left to apply for funding through their Endowment Committee’s 2025 Grant Round. Applications close on 30 September 2025, with the Committee having up to $27,000 to award in grants.

The Endowment Committee, a sub-committee of Transporting New Zealand, was established to manage and distribute funds previously held by former road transport association regions. It awards grants that protec...

More than half a century after its original construction, Auckland Airport’s has officially opened its most significant airfield expansion.

Adding around 23 rugby fields of space to the airport’s existing 1.4 million square metre apron, taxiway and runway network, it creates parking for up to 11 jets, while strengthening cargo connections between road and airfield.

Auckland Airport Chief Executive Carrie Hurihanganui said it marked a milestone moment for AKL, completing a major piece of aeronautical infrastructure to support N...

The Australian Federal Government has announced a landmark $1.1 billion investment aimed at positioning the nation as a global leader in sustainable fuels. The unprecedented package is designed to accelerate the production and supply of low-carbon liquid fuels, a critical step toward decarbonizing key sectors like heavy transport, aviation, and mining.

At the core of the initiative is a new 10-year Cleaner Fuels Program, intended to attract significant investment into domestic fuel production. This program complements ...

In a gesture of appreciation for New Zealand's transport professionals, Axiom and Safety n Action are hosting a "Smoko break shout" for the trucking community on Monday, September 29th.

The event will take place at the popular BP Bombay truck stop, a well-known hub for drivers, starting at the "rise n shine" hour of 6 a.m. The companies are inviting all "Trucking legends, dab hand drivers, machinery marvels and everything in between" to stop by for a free coffee, pie, and a "Mother Truckin' goodie bag."

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Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand welcomes Wellington City Council’s decision to scrap all eight raised pedestrian crossings, the proposed speed bumps, and the in-lane bus stops from the Brooklyn Connections – Walk, Bike and Bus Improvements project.

Membership Manager Lindsay Calvi-Freeman attended a meeting in late August with Council officers alongside the Greater Brooklyn Residents Association. Following that meeting, Council announced that the vertical devices and in-lane bus stops would no longer proceed.&...