16 | Economic boost At 390 metres long and 34 metres wide, Te Whiti Wharf 6 is the largest wharf constructed in New Zealand in recent years. T T from page 15 HEB Construction: 6 Wharf Napier Port REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT The project team adopted meticulous Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (HSEQ) risk management processes. Daniel says this ensured flexible in the team’s approach to adapt to any unforeseen challenges. A specific example was when the team encountered an unexpected natural gas seam during pile driving. The response was swift and decisive, with HEB Construction promptly redesigning methodologies to ensure the safety of all involved – a testament to its commitment to both innovation and safety. Another one of the standout features of the Te Whiti Wharf 6 project is the emphasis on building rich relationships with iwi to protect cultural and ecological values, says Daniel. The engagement of the local community was not an afterthought but a priority, ensuring that the project became a source of pride for the region. HEB worked with Napier Port and mana whenua under a jointly developed Marine Cultural Health Programme. It also worked closely with Napier Port, the Mana Whenua Steering Komiti – a rōpū of representatives from different marae, hapū and mana whenua entities and LegaSea. Key focus areas included protecting water quality, kai moana, fisheries, Pania Reef and other sites of cultural, environmental and recreational significance in Te Matau a Māui Hawke’s Bay, as the project undertook construction and dredging. The magnitude of the Te Whiti Wharf 6 project, being the largest wharf constructed in New Zealand in recent years, at 390 metres long and 34 metres wide, earned HEB Construction the top category award for projects over $100m at the 2023 Civil Contractors New Zealand awards. The judging panel commended HEB Construction for its exemplary stakeholder engagement, highly technical construction methodology, and the ability to navigate challenges in a resource-constrained and uncertain environment. The project also provided significant opportunities for Napier with around 80 local people employed for the duration of the contract. “Napier Port’s reputation was very much on the line with this development, and they were very pleased with the outcome, confirming the trust that had been placed in HEB to deliver this critical project,” says Daniel. “We couldn’t have achieved the result we did without working alongside high-quality subcontractors and suppliers. “The broader impact of the project on the economic landscape of the region is huge with the new wharf providing a major economic boost to Napier Port and the Hawke’s Bay area, handling a significant increase in container and bulk cargo, as well as international cruise ships. It’s a project HEB Construction was very proud to partner with Napier Port on to enable a successful delivery.” ENGINEERING & INSUL AT ION 021 773 188 • Certified Pipe Welding • ASME IX Qualified • Cladding & Insulation • Spray Foam Injection • Compliance Specialists • Specialists in Steam & Ammonia Pipework • 24hr Call-Out Hastings 027 550 1115 divehard@outlook.co.nz www.divehard.kiwi Servicing Hawkes Bay's underwater needs Proudly working closely with HEBConstruction Call 0800 800 108 or 06 843 7300 or see www.fireandsafetytraining.co.nz 99 Niven Street, Napier email: napier@fastltd.co.nz Fire & Safety Training Courses include: Fire Extinguisher Training / Fire Warden Training Breathing Apparatus Training / Confined Space & Gas Detection Training First Aid in the Workplace Training / Working at Height Training Permit to work & Haz ID / Elevated Work platforms Unit standard based NZQA approved Training Courses Delivery available Nationwide Independent suppliers of: E: info@baypak.nz P: 0800 404 619 • Precast and Construction Consumables • Curing, Retard &Wareproofing Compounds • Abrasives • Adhesives • PPE & Safety Equipment
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