Mainfreight have released our half-year financial results to 30 September 2025.

Australia’s strong trade economy offers great opportunities, but strict regulations can make importing complex. This guide covers key requirements, documents, and agencies involved. Mainfreight’s Customs Brokers handle compliance and paperwork to keep your goods moving smoothly.

Severe weather conditions across the North Island impacted freight movement and supply chain operations last week. This afternoon, KiwiRail has advised that track clearance has been granted for the North Island Main Trunk (NIMT) between Hamilton and Palmerston North, with speed restrictions in place over the repaired tracks.

Severe weather conditions across the North Island have significantly impacted freight movement and supply chain operations this week.
 

The latest international freight trade information for New Zealand based Importers and Exporters.

Choosing the right aircraft is key to reducing costs, delays, and cargo risks for your exports. Read our Guide to Aircraft Types to ship smarter and faster.

Choosing the right trailer, Side Loader or Standard, can cut costs and keep your supply chain moving. This guide explains unloading options and helps you match equipment to your site’s needs for efficient container transport

Cold Chain treatment chills fresh produce to a precise temperature long enough to kill pests, meeting strict import rules for markets like Australia. Mainfreight provides certified facilities and expert monitoring to keep your exports compliant and moving without delay.

Freight comes in different shapes and sizes each with their own packaging requirements. Your top priority is to get your freight delivered to your customer in the same condition as it left you. Proper packaging is the single most important factor in achieving this.

Exporting for the first time can feel overwhelming. From shipping terms to customs paperwork, there’s a lot to consider before your product leaves New Zealand. To make the process simpler, we’ve answered some of the most common questions new exporters ask.