Supply chain pressure adds to Christmas stress
It may not matter if you were naughty or nice this year – though the opportunities to be naughty would have been limited – as Santa may not be able to fulfill your Christmas present wishes. Even those well-organised people who have already started Christmas shopping, might find they can’t source the presents they want … Read More
When no, means no
There are shades of outgoing US President Donald Trump’s behaviour in those behind the Vote Yes lobby to legalise recreational cannabis in New Zealand. Neither seem to be able to accept the outcome of democratic elections. Sure, the cannabis referendum result was close, but the No vote won the majority of 50.7%. Most parties, including … Read More
New Minister of Transport, new opportunities
If you follow politics, either at home or internationally, the last few weeks have proven somewhat of a bonanza. The New Zealand election result – and to a lesser degree the US one – will have a far-reaching impact on our road transport industry. The brewing international impact of COVID-19 could materialise via economic shocks, … Read More
New Zealand urgently needs to focus on supply chain
The global effects of Covid-19 are putting real pressure on the New Zealand supply chain, economist Cameron Bagrie told the road freight transport industry this week. Covid-19 meant no industry conference this year, so the Road Transport Forum invited Cameron to give us one of his popular industry updates via Zoom. There was good news … Read More
