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Australian Stories

Transport stories

Peacock Bros helps Direct Freight improve its operations

Peacock Bros and Direct Freight have partnered to improve logistics operations and enhance connectivity with drivers in Australia.

By Zach Thompson • 4 min read • Wed, 2nd Nov 2022

Data Analytics

INX appoints Alex Maund as Head of Data & Analytics

INX Software has hired Alex Maund as Head of Data & Analytics to develop new data and analytics strategies for clients' value and business growth.

By Nadine Rogers • 2 min read • Fri, 30th Sep 2022

Global Stories

Transport stories

Platform-as-a-Service

Account-based Ticketing (ABT) – the continued deep dive

New forms of travel media like biometrics and ultra-wideband will be easier to adopt without drastically altering the back office.

By Simon McLevie • 5 min read • Mon, 15th May 2023

Semiconductors

How legacy tech can mitigate supply chain issues and foster sustainable IT

Global supply chains are facing multiple issues, including chip shortages, energy crises, transport disruptions, and labor shortages.

By Alex Tatham • 4 min read • Wed, 30th Nov 2022

Software-as-a-Service

Zoom2u acquires Talcasoft to expand Locate2u's functionality

Zoom2u, a provider of real-time tracking delivery solutions, has acquired Talcasoft transport management software to expand the functionality of Locate2u.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Nov 2022

eCommerce

FedEx Express announces WhatsApp integration in AMEA region

FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp., is enhancing its services with delivery notifications and personalised options now available on WhatsApp.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Oct 2022

Stories from Other Regions

Transport stories

Urban Planning

Too much consultation, not enough action

Auckland Transport risks paralysis if it keeps seeking public input on tiny road changes already covered by approved plans.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Mon, 29th May 2023

Urban Planning

Pre-election conversations we need to be having

Infrastructure New Zealand wants parties to back simpler funding, congestion charging and stronger oversight to tackle the country's infrastructure deficit.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Fri, 26th May 2023

Disaster Recovery

New Zealand’s infrastructure deficit — can the private sector bridge the gap?

Cyclone Gabrielle has deepened New Zealand's infrastructure shortfall, as officials say public funding alone cannot cover a NZD $210 billion gap.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Mon, 10th Apr 2023

Climate change

Infrastructure New Zealand welcomes Nick Leggett as its new Chief Executive

New Zealand's infrastructure deficit of USD $210 billion will face fresh scrutiny as Nick Leggett takes charge of the sector body on 24 April.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Apr 2023

Sustainability

Ventia appoints new senior

New Zealand clients may see broader infrastructure support as Ventia expands its local leadership with a newly created executive role.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 3rd Apr 2023

Disaster Recovery

Second Auckland harbour crossing ‘stupidest transport project ever’

Public consultation on the Waitematā Harbour crossing begins with options costing up to GBP £12.5 billion and facing carbon concerns.

By Staff Writer • 8 min read • Thu, 30th Mar 2023

Airlines

Inside Auckland Airport’s multi-billion-dollar redevelopment

Travellers will soon pass under one roof as the airport replaces its ageing 57-year-old domestic terminal in a NZD $3.9 billion rebuild.

By Staff Writer • 9 min read • Mon, 27th Mar 2023

Green Party

ACT & Greens agree fuel tax cut ‘poorly targeted’

Critics say the extension shifts more than NZD $1.3 billion a year from roads to petrol discounts, favouring higher earners over low-income households.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd Feb 2023

Smart Cities

NZTA dishing out millions in innovation funding

Successful bidders will share GBP £4.2 million to tackle roadworks safety, urban freight and mixed-mode transport problems.

By Staff Writer • 8 min read • Thu, 1st Dec 2022

Construction

Murray Robertson appointed new CEO of Downer New Zealand

The change puts more than 10,000 staff under new leadership as Downer prepares for its next phase in New Zealand.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 28th Nov 2022

Hybrid & Remote Work

Future of inter-regional train travel in New Zealand

Passengers could miss out unless new inter-regional rail is funded sustainably, as Infrastructure New Zealand urges a focus on maintenance and existing metro upgrades.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 28th Oct 2022