Tag: rail_freight

KiwiRail Posts $162 Million Operating Surplus as Peters Praises Rail Workers

30 Sep 2026 8:42 a.m. · Source: New Zealand Government

Rail Minister Winston Peters welcomes KiwiRail's annual result, citing a $162 million operating surplus, 11 percent freight revenue growth and 99 percent Interislander reliability.

Politics and Government Business Transportation Economy Employment and Labor Federal Government KiwiRail Winston Peters Rail freight Interislander State Owned Enterprise Suzanne Tindal New Zealand Government
Greater Wellington Urges Increased Rail Use Amidst Fuel Crisis

29 Apr 2026 12:00 p.m. · Source: Wellington News

Greater Wellington supports increased rail freight use during fuel crisis, citing efficiency and economic benefits. The region also calls for prioritization of passenger rail services to maintain essential access and reduce congestion.

Business Politics and Government World Rail Freight Fuel Crisis Public Transport Supply Chain Greater Wellington Infrastructure