Port Nelson Export Hub

23/09/2024

A reminder this webinar is on tomorrow! Register below 👇

https://my.nzte.govt.nz/attend/Measuring_your_carbon_emissions1470542474?fbclid=IwY2xjawFe2L5leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHdnC6bkhgvXhcb3WBxjF2ImKmwuXZaYprxvWQC9B1ufmYsieR8b9vuPR_A_aem_fsjHZCGBOQOYHkzmRqB_Rw =HamS01BVdm53BlTtT0otOCYsipvbC7oPqaq3A46zM_s

As global scrutiny of environmental impacts intensifies, exporters are being asked to provide greater levels of emissions reporting to international stakeholders, buyers and regulators.

New Zealand Trade & Enterprise are hosting a webinar on September 25th about measuring your emissions with industry expert Becky Lloyd. Discuss different approaches to emissions measurement, from simple benchmarking tools to comprehensive verified assessments and rigorous accounting methods.

You’ll also hear from Nelson Tasman local Eleni Hogg, Marketing Director at Golden Bay Fruit, about their own emissions measurement journeys and practical advice as an exporter.

Register for the webinar here: https://my.nzte.govt.nz/attend/Measuring_your_carbon_emissions1470542474 =HamS01BVdm53BlTtT0otOCYsipvbC7oPqaq3A46zM_s

Port Nelson Nelson Tasman Chamber of Commerce

29/08/2024

As global scrutiny of environmental impacts intensifies, exporters are being asked to provide greater levels of emissions reporting to international stakeholders, buyers and regulators.

New Zealand Trade & Enterprise are hosting a webinar on September 25th about measuring your emissions with industry expert Becky Lloyd. Discuss different approaches to emissions measurement, from simple benchmarking tools to comprehensive verified assessments and rigorous accounting methods.

You’ll also hear from Nelson Tasman local Eleni Hogg, Marketing Director at Golden Bay Fruit, about their own emissions measurement journeys and practical advice as an exporter.

Register for the webinar here: https://my.nzte.govt.nz/attend/Measuring_your_carbon_emissions1470542474 =HamS01BVdm53BlTtT0otOCYsipvbC7oPqaq3A46zM_s

Port Nelson Nelson Tasman Chamber of Commerce

07/06/2024

Nurturing meaningful relationships is a key factor to succeeding in Asian markets including China, Japan, and South Korea. But building a business based on trust-based relationships can be a time-consuming, confusing, and ultimately risky enterprise.

Attend this workshop if you want to gain insights into how to identify suitable business partners, and maintain the relationship over time to maximize learnings about market opportunities.

Find out more and register online: https://www.commerce.org.nz/event/port-nelson-export-hub-north-asia-partnership-workshop

Send a message to learn more

20/08/2023

Only a couple spaces left for this interactive and informative lunchtime session with PwC providing an economic update, specifically discussing financial markets and how you can manage your FX risk.

Wednesday 23rd August, 1:30pm at the Mahitahi Colab. Click below to register 👇

The Port Nelson Export Hub is open to all businesses in the region to provide practical support, training, advice as well as the opportunity for exporters to connect. In this session, join PwC to discuss recent economic developments, the domestic and global economic outlook, including a focus on the...

30/07/2023

'Doull says the lack of green hydrogen facilities has constrained the trial but this will change as Taranaki based Hiringa Energy rolls out stations in Wiri (South Auckland), Te Rapa (Hamilton), Tauranga and Palmerston North in the next few months. Twenty more stations will be built over the next five years. These stations, with state of the art technology, will enable refuelling in 15 minutes.'

The reality of freight being moved around New Zealand in heavy trucks powered by green hydrogen is edging closer. NZ Post has been trialling a hydrogen powered truck for a year and the results are promising. Mark Jennings reports.

13/07/2023

A great night on Tuesday with local exporters and 360 Logistics NZ. Thanks to all who came along, we had some good insights into the local and international freighting industry and made valuable connections.

Our next event is 22nd August with PwC, we hope to see you there.
https://www.commerce.org.nz/event/port-nelson-export-hub-understanding-fx-effects-risks-on-exports

18/05/2023

“For a port like Nelson it would be quite a sensible idea for coastal ships to go from (there), to a port in Australia on a regular basis. It provides us with surety in terms of getting volumes into our city; it provides employment for our ports; stability for the local growers in that region to say ‘yes, ships are going to come, pick up our cargo, take it to Australia where it be put into large vessels and can go to export markets.”

In the second episode of our new podcast series, Emile Donovan talks to BNZ’s Jason Reeves about massive changes in the shipping industry, using a ‘blue highway’, and being nimble when you’re so far away from the main shipping lanes.

10/05/2023

Supply Chain roadshow coming to Nelson on Tuesday 30th May.

Ministry for Primary Industries & the NZ Institute of Primary Industry Management (NZIPIM) are hosting a nationwide supply chain roadshow looking at ways for regional businesses to move towards a more holistic understanding of supply chains.

Date: Tuesday 30 May
Location: Harvest Kitchen, Seifried Estate 168 Redwood Road Appleby
Time: 8:30am - 11:30am

This event will focus on ways to create more robust supply chain networks as well as highlighting the importance of value creation and value capture in agribusiness. Topics will include:
• An update on cross-government action in the supply chain space
• Specialist outlook on supply chain risks, value chain thinking and tertiary training options
• Two local businesses, Oakland Milk and Mac Hops, share their own supply chain experiences

The event will finish with a panel discussion where there will be opportunity to ask questions of seminar speakers and a networking morning tea.

Find out more & register here: https://www.nzipim.co.nz/Event?Action=View&Event_id=597

30/04/2023

Do you agree? That the supply chain crisis is nearly over.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is pulling back on import/export chain reporting as shipping stabilises.

02/04/2023

Looking to establish a commercial bond with investors and buyers in the Chinese and global market?

The China Chamber of Commerce in NZ is organising a “New Zealand Pavilion” in conjunction with New Zealand Trade & Enterprise to attend the 6th China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai from 5-10th November.

If you're interest in this opportunity, they are holding an information session in Auckland and online on the 12th April.

Register your interest by this Friday via the link below or email [email protected] for more information. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdQOuK5jXgJDDwlehWLnJ_aZtv11RecQH9YEPk4RPhOdCfvqQ/viewform

28/03/2023

Are you interested in diversifying your exports into Latin America?

Latin America Centre of Asia-Pacific Excellence (CAPE) are holding a series of FREE interactive webinars to give more kiwis the opportunity to learn about Latin America as an exporting market. There will be space for dialogue and feedback from peers, academics and guest speakers who are all market specialists.

The series start on Thursday 13 April and you can register to one or any of the five weekly webinars we have on offer.

Find out more & sign up here: https://cape.org.nz/dila/

23/01/2023

Do you already export to the Pacific or are interested in doing business in Pacific countries?

The Pacific Exporters' Network (PEN) hold a series of economic briefings on Pacific countries via Zoom as well as organising trade visits.

Their next briefing is on Vanuatu. Tuesday 14 February, 12-1pm.

Join presenters:
- David Dewar (NZ Trade Commissioner for the Pacific)
- Gareth Coleman (ANZ, Head of Trade & Supply Chain for NZ/the Pacific)
- Terence Low (ANZ Country Manager, Vanuatu)

The briefing will discuss the countries' business situation and export opportunities. It's a good starting point to consider doing business in Pacific countries, and for experienced exporters they offer a valued update on the situation post Covid. It's a good opportunity for exporters to get involved and meet some key players.

To register your interest, email Charles Broad (PEN): [email protected]

15/11/2022

A reminder this event is on tonight, 5.15pm in the Mahitahi Colab. All welcome.

Thinking of selling your products overseas? Whether its fruit, wine, animal products or something else, the Ministry for Primary Industries will be at the Mahitahi Colab on the 15th November to answer all of your questions and offer helpful insights to guide you on your exporting journey, no matter what stage you're at. Local exporters Golden Bay Fruit will also be there to share their experiences and advice.

Join us! RSVP here: https://www.commerce.org.nz/event/mpi-exporting