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| 3 REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT JUDDS Karen Phelps Biosolid composting plant a first in NZ The $10 million composting biosolid facility in Gisborne can process a range of waste material including wood slash. JUDDS is the first company in New Zealand to compost biosolids with a newly opened state of the art $10m facility in Gisborne. The facility centres around four 6m x 6m x 24m long in-vessel composting tunnels based on a static aerated pile. The biosolids are deposited in the tunnels and sealed then processed via a computerised system controlled. Leachate is controlled and re-used in the compost mixing process to add moisture. Odour is likewise controlled and put through a biofilter to clean it. The resulting compost can then be utilised in a variety of ways. JUDDS general manager Blair Judd says overseas this includes putting in on agricultural land, parks and reserves and as erosion control. The project came about when Gisborne District Council was seeking a composting solution for the biosolids from its new wastewater treatment plant to help meet regulation due to take effect by 2030 when such waste can no longer head to landfill due to the methane emission generated to help it meet its climate change goals. Blair travelled overseas in July 2022 to look at how the USA was composting biosolids and came up with a solution to suit the council. The resulting project was assisted by funding from Kanoa, the Regional Economic Development & Investment Unit within the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment. The JUDDS facility also includes an intake shed with odour control under negative pressure and equipment such as a windrow turner, loaders, shredder and chipper. The facility can process a variety of waste materials including animal, food, As an example it is currently chipping logs and wood slash that ended up on the beaches after Cyclone Gabrielle to become part of a compost blend. Blair designed and project managed the modular facility and it was built by sister company Siteworx Civil. Capable of processing 60,000 tonnes of material per year when run in conjunction with the windrow facility, currently slightly less than 30,000 tonnes is being to page 4 Our structural engineering consultancy was founded in Hawkes Bay, New Zealand, with a focus on providing high-quality design services for residential, commercial, and industrial projects. Proudly supporting Judds Limited 06 601 5588 www.eqse.nz 230 Gloucester St, Taradale, Napier ○ SOLUTIONS FOCUSSED ○ PRAGMATIC ADVICE ○ OFFICES IN WANAKA & GISBORNE CONGRATULATIONS TO JUDDS LIMITED Contact us at www.insightgis.co.nz PROUDLY SUPPORTING SUSTAINABLE & INNOVATIVE RESOURCE REUSE Proud to have designed, project managed & built JUDDS’ new composting facility. www.siteworxcivil.co.nz | 06 868 9331
4 | JUDDS REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT T TFrom page 3 Composting plant a first processed annually. This is expected to rise to 45,000 tonnes in the first year before reaching capacity. JUDDS and Siteworx Civil currently employs around 40 staff and Blair expects to see an increase in jobs by around 15% due to the new composting facility. JUDDS is a family owned business by Blair (general manager also of Siteworx Civil), brothers Kent (operations manager of JUDDS and Siteworx Civil) and Clarke (Siteworx Civil project manager) and father Antony (managing director of both companies). The family cut its teeth on Siteworx Civil before purchasing JUDDS (coincidentally the previous owner shared the same last name) two years ago. JUDDS also supplies water to people on tanks and includes a landscape supply business, open six days a week, offering topsoil, bark, decorative garden chip, mulches and of course compost and compost blends for the general public and nurseries. Bark is processed in-house and sold North Island wide. The public can also drive in and pay to dump their green waste. Blair says the addition of JUDDS’ new waste stream processing capacity means Gisborne residents can now enjoy a three wheelie bin system: food and green waste, rubbish and recycling. The company is proud to be a critical part of Gisborne District Council’s waste management plan. “All our waste is currently being trucked 4-½ hours north to Paeroa and roughly 20% of that waste is compostable. We don’t have to truck it 4.5 hours away so that’s a huge saving in carbon footprint plus we don’t create any methane gas when composting.” JUDDS plans to take waste within an hour of Gisborne and Blair says because the composting facility is a modular system, it can be expanded and potentially replicated in other parts of New Zealand. EASTLAND REFRIGERATION & ELECTRICAL sales@erl.net.nz 0212462051 - 2x faster than Blockwork - Hand Installed - No crane required www.afswall.co.nz Exposed Aggregate RibRaft Hotedge Xpod New Zealand’s largest & most respected national supplier of CERTIFIED CONCRETE® Firth are proud to be associated with Judds www. rth.co.nz 0800 CONCRETE (0800 266 273) Empower Your Aerobes: • Optimize the biology • Minimize odours • Accelerate composting www.compostsystems.com
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6 | Ngati Porou Group REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT T TRichard Loader Manuka honey sweet business for iwi Ngati Porou has had direct involvement in the honey industry for over a decade. Operated through its commercial arm of Nāti Growth, Ngati Porou iwi currently employs twelve staff and a support team, looking after 3000 hives along the East Coast, spread over 100 separate apiary sites. Those 3000 hives can create 60 tonnes of honey a year — and can be as high as 80 tonnes depending on the season. “It’s a great example of an authentic indigenous business model, while despite the Australians using the manuka brand, we’re creating a product that is not only indigenous to New Zealand, but also to the lands of our iwi, owned and operated by our people, while being sold across New Zealand and other parts of the world,’ says Nāti Growth’s CEO Henare Walker. “The operation provides those benefits and returns back to our community.” Ngati Porou has had direct involvement in the honey industry for over a decade, initially just as a land owner, then transitioning into hive ownership in 2015. “Through this period, we recognised the commercial value of manuka honey, but at the time the reality was that over eighty percent of the hives collecting manuka honey on the East Coast were moved in from outside of the region. So, in 2020 we established our own apiary business on the Coast, two to three hours north of Gisborne, providing permanent employment in our communities.” Throughout the year the beekeepers manage the bee population and hive health, and come harvest time place the hives on key sites. “It is all about managing and timing the flowering of the manuka, and capturing as much of that period as we can. The hives are then taken to third party extraction and T Tto page 8 Your authorized dealer for Kinghitter Post-rammers, Bobcat Ag, Fischer Mowers, Trimax Mulchers & Polaris Off Road Vehicles www.advancetech.shop | 021 311 067 AUTHORISED SALES & SERVICE CENTRE
| 7 Working together to support thehauora of your community. Start a conversationwithnib today Contact our kaiarahi team at kaiarahi@nib.co.nz At nib, we’re committed to supporting the health and wellbeing of all New Zealanders. With this in mind, we work closely with iwi and their organisations to create solutions that help improve health outcomes for whānau and employees in their communities. Through our own in-house kaiarahi team and wellness coaches, we support people in a range of different ways – from helping whānau to understand their policies, to creating targeted health management programmes for eligible members that help reduce (or even avoid) the need for further treatments. At nib, we provide health insurance that’s easy to understand, simple to use and flexible. So, if you’re ready to help your community live happier, healthier lives, we’re ready to work with you. He aha te mea nui o te ao? He tangata, he tangata, he tangata. Since 2018, nib New Zealand (nib) has partnered with Auckland hapū Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei, to support positive health outcomes for their registered hapū members. Rob Hennin, nib Chief Executive Officer (CEO) says that the partnership was born five years ago to help break down health barriers for Māori and support greater access to care. “At nib, the philosophy of hauora is at the centre of our partnerships with rōpū Māori - fostering connections founded on shared values, a commitment to health and wellbeing, and a dedication to improving the lives of their communities,” he said. Through the partnership, nib provides a health insurance scheme, available to all hapū registered members as part of their Toi Ora programme. “Co-designed with Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei, the scheme includes cover for surgical and non-surgical hospitalisation, specialist consultations, diagnostic procedures, and assistance with everyday health expenses like GP visits, dental care and physiotherapy.” “We’ve also worked hard for a “claims-free experience”, so the majority of members don’t need to worry about paying before claiming, which has previously been a barrier to care,” Mr Hennin said. nib has also partnered with the hapū to develop new health management programs for eligible members and additional benefits for traditional Māori treatment such as Rongoā Māori, to support better health and wellbeing outcomes for their whanau. “This is the first time Rongoā Māori medicine has been included in a nib policy. It includes mirimiri, karakia and traditional plant-based medicines,” Mr Hennin said. Katrina’s Story - support when she needed it most When Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei member, Katrina* was diagnosed with a brain aneurysm, she wasn’t sure where to turn. We connected her with our experienced Wellness Coach and registered nurse Rebekka, who helped her with the next stages of her healthcare journey, offering ongoing personalised support. Katrina was extremely grateful that her nib cover meant she could access treatment for her brain aneurysm, and she also had someone by her side every step of the way to help her reach her health and wellness goals. “[Rebekka’s] been really knowledgeable. She’s guided me through the whole experience with my health. I would not have done it without her.” For many people who suddenly find themselves at a crossroads with their health, navigating the health system and understanding their treatment options can feel daunting. We’re proud that we can empower members, like Katrina, to take control of their health and wellbeing by providing helpful tools and resources. “We’re going on five years supporting Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei and we’re thrilled to continue to provide accessible healthcare for their registered hapū members. We’ve seen first hand the benefits of partnering with iwi and we’re eager to continue to forge new connections to empower Māori to take control of their health and wellbeing,” says Hennin. * This testimonial reflects the individual experience of this nib customer. It has been edited in length to enable it to be used on certain media platforms. Empowering Māori health and wellbeing through iwi partnerships
8 | Ngati Porou Group REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT T Tfrom page 6 Currently under construction, and targeting December 2023 for completion is Nāti Growth’s extraction facility. businesscentral Each edition priority delivered to your door. . Stay informed; we work with business owners and decision-makers across all economic sectors, pro iling their success. i ; i i i i - ll i , ili i . www.waterfordpress.co.nz/subscriptions . . . i i 03 983 5525 03 983 55 Your Business, Your Industry, Your News. Volume 6 | Issue 2 | April 2021 www.waterfordpress.co.nz ‘Excellence in Energy’ Taranaki’s Todd Energy will have a key role to play as New Zealand moves toward a low emissions economy. Page 8 Waikato farmers Dean & Ang Finnerty have expanded their dairy cow operation into a successful goat milking enterprise as well PAGE 10 Turning challenge into opportunity AUTUMN 2022 www.waterfordpress.co.nz Volume 6 | Issue 3 | July 2021 www.waterfordpress.co.nz Making waves Back on track New Zealand hydrofoil maker Armstrong is generating interest around the world with its high performance products. Work on the ambitious NZCIS facility in Upper Hutt is progressing well after Covid disruptions. PAGE 70 PAGE 10 Healthy delivery A new elective surgery facility in Hastings will provide a big boost to the region’s operating capacity. PAGE 52 Volume 6 | Issue 5 | December 2021 www.waterfordpress.co.nz Cheers Boys! YoungWellington irm3Māori Boys is creating a buzz with it’s ground-breakingWai Manuka natural beverage. PAGE 45 Passion and pride New Plymouth’s Energyworks has forged a strong reputation in 50 years of business. PAGE 64 Seaview upgrade CentrePort’s SeaviewWharf facility is set for a major upgrade to bring it up to international standards. PAGE 14 More jobs created bottling facilities in Gisborne or Bay of Plenty, the honey is put into drums and either sold in bulk or bottled and freighted on to the end destination, as required. We have domestic sales, and currently some also goes into Japan.” Henare acknowledges that operating a business on the East Coast is tough enough at the best of times given its remote location, but when you factor in the impact of very intensive and extreme weather events that have been experienced in the region over the last twelve months, it takes on a whole new level of commercial challenge. “Honey extraction is a key target for us because the bulk of our hives are two hours north of Gisborne where the extraction process is currently done. Getting the honey from site to a facility for extraction and into the drum is quite time sensitive and if the external entities don’t have the capacity to take our honey we would be left in the lurch. So the next logical step and evolution in terms of vertical integration is the establishment of our own extraction facility, to get more control over that key part of the supply chain. Once the honey is in the drum and refrigerating you have the time to deal with the rest.” Currently under construction, and targeting December 2023 for completion, Nāti Growth’s state of the art extraction facility will be located in Te Araroa, right in Ngati Porou land on the East Cape, close to its hives, and will take the iwi a step closer to vertical integration and supply chain stability. “So, it is not only about improving business outcomes and sustainability,” says Henare. “It has the added bonus of creating more jobs and economic activity within the region. Initially, the facility will create five to seven new jobs and as we bed that in, we will look at the potential to expand production and volume via increased hive numbers, which will increase both apiary and extraction jobs. Honey is one of the few industries on the East Coast, when you go north of Gisborne. “Following the cyclones, there has been a severe impact on forestry, so we need to ensure there are other sustainable options for people to continue to have jobs. The manuka honey industry has faced some challenges over the last few years, but that is beginning to stabilise and we see it as one of our key business lines to grow from.” Proudly Supporting Ngati Porou Group 06 867 7771 admin@electrinet.nz Your local specialists in • Power • Domestic and Commercial Electrical • Plumbing • Gas • Aircon • Refrigeration • Drainlaying • Fire Protection • Data and Comms GISBORNE MOTORS 75 Grey Street 027 867 4786 AUCKLAND Level 33, Vero Centre, 48 Shortland Street PO Box 105-384 Auckland 1010 CHRISTCHURCH Level 4, 70 Gloucester Street PO Box 13-804, Christchurch 8011 CORPORATE FINANCE I INVESTMENT BANKING I I DIRECT INVESTMENTS I I www.northington.co.nz
| 9 REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT Ngati Porou Group Ngati Porou forestry. A new entity with extensive industry experience in the honey market has just launched and aims to o er clients a ‘one stop shop’ when it comes to the supply and export of honey. Cosana New Zealand is the sister company of those in Japan and Europe but CEO Chris Bowman says it will operate with a di erence. “Traditionally honey supply and export companies keep maintain relationships with on their clients until they build their own brand big enough to just focus on that. At Cosana New Zealand all our clients are important and while we will work for Cosana in other countries they will be treated just like any other customer,” he explains. Chris and his recently formed team haves the extensive expertise in the industry to hit the ground running. As Ex COO of King Honey and Manuka Health NZ he was responsible for building up thoseat businesses, to levels that attracted keen investors. King Honey which recently sold to Me Today Limited for $36m. He is also part of the Apiculture New Zealand standards and regulatory focus group, which works closely with MPI on decisions a ecting the industry, and has been nominated to sit on the board. Cosana was founded in Kobe, Japan in 2006 with the aim of developing and manufacturing high quality and readily bioavailable health products. In 2008 Cosana started the distribution of Manuka honey products in Japan. Today Cosana is the most well known brand for these products in Japan as Cosana has continuously invested in research and studies for these products, says Chris. This means that Cosana New Zealand has strong backing and expertise, which will enable it to ensure high quality and Cosana New Zealand sustainable supply for customers. Chris says Cosana New Zealand can also supply other bee related products as required by clients including pollen, venom, propolis. royal jelly and even manuka oil. He says that New Zealand honey is distinct as eighty per cent of the country’s lora is unique, which was a major factor in Cosana’s decision to start Cosana New Zealand to secure supply. “This uniqueness is a natural consequence of the fact that New Zealand has been isolated from the rest of the world for 80 million years and its nearest neighbour is 2000 kilometres away. The plants have developed defence systems to survive in isolation. Central to the plant’s defence system is the production of bioactive substances to protect against disease. The combination of New Zealand’s natural substances and the scienti ic expertise of Cosana researchers is the spirit with which we develop our products. This provides scienti ically proven, e ective health products that promote human health and longevity,” he explains. Cosana New Zealand operates from Taupo, which Chris calls the “honey capital of New Zealand”. It will take care of customers’ needs from procurement of honey right along the supply chain to export and logistics. It will operate to ISO9001 standards and certi ications include BRCGS Food Safety, MPI and FDA accreditation, AsureQuality and Halal certi ication through the Federation of Islamic Associations of New Zealand. Chris says that Cosana New Zealand is always looking to bring innovative new products to the market and that company will look to widen its markets as it grows its presence. 07 378 2018 / 027 313 8616 www.cosananewzealand.co.nz An all-natural & potent solution from nature. 'Bee' healthier together with our manuka honey products. Cosana NZ are proud to support Ngati Porou Group
10 | REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT Contact Energy - Te Huka Upgrade T T Karen Phelps New geothermal plant cutting edge Te Huka Unit 3 geothermal power station is situated adjacent to Contact’s existing Te Huka power station in Taupō, and is designed to operate around the clock. Contact Energy is making significant strides in its mission to grow its renewable energy portfolio with the construction of Te Huka Unit 3, a geothermal power station that will be one of the world’s largest single-unit binary power plants. James Byrd, the company’s project director, is enthusiastic about the project’s potential to revolutionise renewable energy generation. “Geothermal energy stands independent of weather conditions and represents an extraordinary resource, perfectly suited for replacing the continuous fossil fuel generation on the national grid. Contact’s geothermal power stations operate consistently, boasting an impressive 95% uptime, surpassing the performance of solar, wind, and hydroelectric plants,” he says. Te Huka Unit 3 is situated adjacent to Contact’s existing Te Huka power station. Located on Centennial Drive in Taupō, the Te Huka Unit 3 power station is designed to operate around the clock, producing baseload electricity. It is projected to contribute an additional 1% of renewable electricity to New Zealand’s energy mix, roughly equivalent to 430 GWh. This output can power approximately 60,000 homes, significantly reducing reliance on non-renewable energy sources. One of the most innovative aspects of the Te Huka Unit 3 project is its carbon capture and reinjection technology. This cutting-edge design will allow carbon emissions from the power station to be re-injected into the geothermal reservoir, effectively sequestering them. Following a successful trial at Te Huka’s existing two units, the carbon is now being re-injected as part of the everyday running of the power station. This carbon reinjection initiative aims to remove 10,000 tonnes of CO2 from the environment annually. The Te Huka Unit 3 project’s realisation has been made possible through a strategic agreement that marks a significant milestone for Contact and New Zealand as a whole. Contact has entered into a ground breaking 10-year renewable Attribute Purchase Agreement (APA) with Microsoft. Under this arrangement, Contact will provide Microsoft with all the renewable energy attributes generated by Te Huka Unit 3. James highlights the importance of this partnership, as it provided the necessary support to advance the project. “The ownership of renewable energy attributes is the global standard for electricity customers to demonstrate their use of a new renewable source, promoting the adoption of T T to page 12 renewable electricity,” he says. The Te Huka Unit 3 project also brings economic benefits to the region. During the peak of construction, it is anticipated to generate 250 skilled construction jobs and inject over $140 million into the New Zealand economy, with a substantial portion benefiting the Taupō community. The project remains on “Geothermal energy stands independent of weather conditions and represents an extraordinary resource, perfectly suited for replacing the continuous fossil fuel generation on the national grid. Contact’s geothermal power stations operate consistently, boasting an impressive 95% uptime, surpassing the performance of solar, wind, and hydroelectric plants.”
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12 | REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT Contact Energy - Te Huka Upgrade T T from page 10 Net-zero emissions track for completion by the end of 2024. James says the Te Huka Unit 3 project aligns perfectly with Contact’s goal of achieving net-zero emissions from electricity generation by 2035. This ambitious target encompasses not only direct emissions from Contact’s power plants but also all emissions from the purchase and use of electricity. To accomplish this, Contact plans to invest in new renewable generation, phase out baseload thermal generation, reduce reliance on thermal peaking generation during peak demand periods, implement carbon capture and reinjection, engage in forestry offsets and innovate in demand response. James says Contact has made substantial progress in recent years towards decarbonising its energy portfolio with the transition from thermal to renewable electricity generation. As the company continues to make significant investments in renewable energy projects, the upcoming year promises to bring even more substantial milestones in the company’s journey to lead the decarbonisation of New Zealand, he says. “With Te Huka Unit 3 as one of the projects at the forefront, Contact remains committed to shaping a more sustainable and environmentally friendly energy landscape for the nation.” Structural Engineering, Construction Planning & Temporary Works Specialists 027 930 6980 nick@bamfordconsultants.net Proudly supporting Contact Energy The team at HPM wishes to thank all those involved for the opportunity to assist with these inspirational projects. We are proud to support the developments and we look forward to assisting with the future development programme. HPM is a locally owned business and we proudly support any project that provides for the development of our wonderful country. We are passionate about construction projects, from the commencement of turning an idea into reality through to the final completion. Please contact us if you wish to discuss your project. PROUD SUPPORTERS OF THE TAUHARA & TE HUKA GEOTHERMAL DEVELOPMENTS halcyonprojectmanagement.co.nz rodney@halcyonpm.co.nz +64 21 745 870
| 13 Contact Energy - Te Huka Upgrade REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT The cutting-edge design will allow carbon emissions from the power station to be re-injected into the geothermal reservoir, effectively sequestering them. Warner Construction is proud to be associated with Contact Energy General Engineering • Pipeline Construction • Geothermal • Bolt Tensioning • Blast & Paint • Transport Services Waitara (Head Office) 06 754 8602 adam@warnerconstruction.co.nz 36 Norman St, Waitara, New Plymouth 4320 Taupo 07 376 5753 grant@warnerconstruction.co.nz 32 Manuka St, Tauhara, Taupo 3330 Bell Block 06 755 4504 adam@warnerconstruction.co.nz 65 De Havilland Drive, Bell Block, New Plymouth 4312 www.warnerconstruction.co.nz Congratulations Contact Energy and Microsoft for the groundbreaking achievement. Thank you for choosing Ormat’s zero-emission power module for the Te Huka3 Power Station. As Contact Energy trusted equipment manufacturer and turnkey contractor, we're thrilled to play a vital role in this game-changing endeavor! CONGRATULATIONS, Te Huka The 3RD REPEATED CONTRACT FOR ORMAT WITH CONTACT ENERGY ormat.com
14 | REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT Fulton Hogan Manawatu - Whanganui T T Richard Loader Rapid growth for regional operation “Fulton Hogan continues to be a family-owned business and everybody feels like they belong and that they have an identity here,” says Regional Manager Vic Maggs. Since mid 2021, Fulton Hogan Manawatu-Whanganui has been on a rapid growth journey, transforming from a small branch presence to a significant regional operation covering almost 20% of the North Island’s land area. Prior to ramping up, family-owned tier one civil contractor Fulton Hogan had maintained a branch operation in Manawatu-Whanganui for close to 20 years, reporting through to its Wellington regional office. When Fulton Hogan Major Projects won Waka Kotahi’s $660m Te Ahu a Turanga – Manawatu Highway Project, as well as the New Zealand Defence Force’s (NZDF) $85m horizonal infrastructure work at Ohakea for the new P8 aircraft, Fulton Hogan’s board decided the time was right to establish a standalone regional operation for Manawatu-Whanganui. As well as acting as an internal workforce supplier for both major projects, a key focus of the newly established regional office was the construction of an asphalt plant to supply the significant amount of asphaltic concrete required for those projects. Four hectares of rural land in the industrial zoned area at the back of Palmerston North Airport was also purchased for the development of new yards, enabling the team to relocate from its semi-residential site, and to provide room to expand without impacting neighbours. The Whanganui branch office was retained to look after that area’s local authority projects. Regional Manager, Vic Maggs, says that prior to its establishment as a standalone Regional operation in July 2021, Manawatu-Whanganui had a complement of 25 staff “Twenty of those original staff worked in Open Spaces management which included grass mowing and weed spraying for Whanganui District Council, Palmerston North City Council and the Manawatu NOC (Network Outcome Contract) Waka Kotahi State Highway Contract. The remaining five worked in construction. “We now have a team of 130 staff covering everything from road maintenance, traffic and transport, asphalt production and surfacing, sprayed seals, open spaces management, drainage, pavement construction, and regional project work up to $15 million per project. We work for a diverse mix of sectors including all the local authorities in the region, Waka Kotahi, NZDF, Fonterra, KiwiRail, and the airports.” Along with Manawatu and Whanganui, the T T to page 16 regional office also includes Horohwenua and Rangitikei, stretching into Ruapehu and Tararua, and covering a substantial 19.5% of the North Island’s land area. “It’s a region that has a GDP of $11.6 billion, which is 3.8% of New Zealand’s GDP and the sixth largest in New Zealand, ahead of Hawke’s Bay, Tasman, Marlborough and Otago. It has a population of 285,000 and is projected to reach 380,000 by 2050. Because of the growth in population, and because the region is seen as a freight hub, the local authorities realise they need to invest in infrastructure, particularly roading.” While supplying a workforce for the two major regional infrastructure projects was the primary catalyst for the formation of the standalone regional office, Vic says the regional office has been successful tendering for contracts and projects, and the main focus now is supporting clients — getting the work done. “We have had to work very hard to keep up with the pace of growth and opportunity. Clients are now seeing that we are a national civil contractor with a major presence in the region and highly motivated staff. There has also been a significant increase in investment and infrastructure work within the region.” Fulton Hogan Manawatu-Whanganui’s long list of successful tenders includes drainage projects for Manawatu District Council and Rangitikei District Council, a road realignment contract for the Horowhenua District Council, the NZDF project at Ohakea, and the new roundabout at Ohakea on SH1 for Waka Kotahi. “We’re now in our third year of the Palmer- “We now have a team of 130 staff covering everything from road maintenance, traffic and transport, asphalt production and surfacing, sprayed seals, open spaces management, drainage, pavement construction, and regional project work up to $15 million per project.” CAT 2 We are New Zealands top leading experts in bitumen chip sealing practices with over 70 years experience working for Waka Kotahi, Local Authorities and private clientele.
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16 | REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT Fulton Hogan Manawatu - Whanganui T T from page 14 Fulton Hogan Manawatu-Whanganui’s long list of successful tenders includes drainage projects for Manawatu District Council and Rangitikei District Council. ston North City Council’s Road Maintenance Contract, and that project will also be rolled over for a further three years. “We have just been awarded the Whanganui Airport runway overlay and parallel taxiway construction, as well as the three-waters upgrade around Whanganui Prison for Department of Corrections. So, we’re doing a lot of infrastructure related projects and a lot of that is also renewing existing aging assets — whether that is paving or pipework.” Vic says undertaking the diverse range of projects requires a diverse skills base, and the 130-strong team are drawn from a broad range of backgrounds, industries and businesses. “Only a very few staff have come from other tier one contractors in the region. While we do all our projects in-house, we also use a 35% - 40% subcontractor component in everything we do. We like to give back to the community in terms of the local market and supporting smaller contractors and suppliers as much as we can. “We also do a lot of work with iwi and other community groups to help disadvantaged people get back into the workforce. We have an Infrastructure Skills Programme where candidates are drawn mainly from Ministry of Social Development. We interview the candidates, ensure they are drug and alcohol free and put them on a four-week training course. At the end of that course they have the skills to come into our industry for further growth and development. “Fulton Hogan continues to be a family-owned business and everybody feels like they belong and that they have an identity here. People can choose to work anywhere but I think that people who work for Fulton Hogan want to be here because they want to make a difference, and belong to something that is really special.” Diverse range of projects 06 353 3726 / 0274 416 919 427 Rangitikei St, P.O Box 821, Palmerston North www.roadmarking.co.nz • CAR PARKS & COMMERCIAL • SPORTS COURTS & ARENAS • HEALTH & SAFETY MARKINGS Proudly supporting Fulton Hogan Manawatu on another successful project Locally owned and operated. The only Roadmarking company with NZQA quali ed sta matched with T8 certi edmachinery. Delivering professional service for 35 years, having outstanding relations with sealing companies and local businesses. Longstanding with excellent return of work due to customer satisfaction. No job too big or too small. We do not just say we are quality we are ISO9001:15 Quality certi ed. This ensures we are quality and we get externally audited to retain this. Our expertise is called upon by large construction companies. Product knowledge is our forte. Due to our large team, we can o er both day and night works, therefore being available 24/7. We are available for urgent safety works like if someone has someone slip or trip. Using the correct product for the job at hand guaranteed. We are very community minded, o ering schools and churches great value for money. It is all about putting a smile on the faces of children when they see the beautiful bright playgroundmarkings. We also o er a consultancy and design service, which includes painting of business logos in car parks and warehouses. A MEMBER OF The New Zealand l Federation Inc Fe erati I Roadmarkers arkers Project Manager Michael Hoggard 06 350 1000 | enquiries@maxtarr.co.nz | www.maxtarr.co.nz · Industrial electrical · Airfield lighting · Traffic Signals · Street lighting · Mechanical engineering · Industrial electronics · HVAC electrical ELECTRICAL • INDUSTRIAL • AUTOMATION
| 17 Shift + Ctrl Click to edit Chapter Name Shift + Ctrl Click to edit Feature Name In 2021 Soraya Gommans established BBT Logistics, a heavy transport business. It was created to support the family’s civil road contracting company, carting aggregate to enable the civil work to be operated more efficiently. Extensive fleet of modern trucks Subsequently BBT Logistics offered its transport services to larger Manawatu based client such as Fulton Hogan. Based in Bunnythorpe, between Feilding and Palmerston North in Manawatu, BBT Logistics operational reach is primarily the Manawatu and throughout the lower North Island. “Our core customers are aggregate and civil companies, along with some private local customers,” says Soraya. BBT Logistics boasts an extensive fleet of modern trucks and options for all its clients and customers. The company’s services include aggregate cartage and delivery of all stone products which are sourced from its own quarry. “We also cart and deliver hotmix for clients, such as Fulton Hogan, for their projects.” Soraya says the company takes pride in the fact that BBT Logistics can provide round-the-clock service to meet its clients specific project needs. “We pride ourselves in providing the best service possible to our clients and we understand they have deadlines to meet.” Ten staff are employed, predominantly truck drivers carrying either class 4 or 5 licences. Soraya says she is very particular in screening new drivers to ensure they are the right fit for her vision. “I ensure they understand the values the business is founded on and also know where I want to take the company into the future. All drivers are offered extra training and professional development to upgrade their skills wherever possible.” BBT Logistics operates a fleet of Mitsubishi FUSO and Mack trucks. Asked what makes the company so successful Soraya says a woman leading a transport company, carrying over 20 years experience in the civil industry, able to maintain the fleet herself and with very high standards about her business, has created the company it is today. “I’m in constant contact with all of my clients, they can contact me at any time of the day or night. I’m always available to provide them with the very best service we’re capable of delivering. I love the transporting sector, have a great team on board and wonderful customers to engage with.” Soraya Gommans 021 356 469 bbt.logistics@outlook.com Proudly supporting Fulton Hogan on another successful project.
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