It was fantastic to see so many manufacturers and stakeholders turn up to the report launch at AUT yesterday. Also great that Hon Steven Joyce, Minister for Economic Development, was there to give his response to the report’s findings.

Independent researchers Castalia, who compiled the report on behalf of ManufacturingNZ, interviewed some of New Zealand’s most successful high growth manufacturing firms to see if they had common attributes which we could share more widely.

The new report reveals common traits of New Zealand’s most successful manufacturers, how important the manufacturing sector is to our economy and how it measures up internationally.  More...

Get your free copy of the report here.

Catherine Beard
027 463 3212 or cbeard@businessnz.org.nz

The latest BNZ - BusinessNZ Performance of Manufacturing Index showed that New Zealand manufacturing activity expanded for a 16th straight month in January, driven by new orders and production, suggesting the relatively strong kiwi dollar hasn't been enough to dent activity. More...

If you or someone in your business is ripe for learning at one of the world’s top business schools, a Prime Minister’s Business Scholarship could be just the ticket. 

The 2014 scholarship round is opening soon, so these events in Auckland and Wellington are a prime opportunity for you to get ready. Come and hear from others who have benefitted and find out how you can too. More...

Poor literacy and numeracy skills could be a handbrake on your business and competitiveness in the marketplace

Staff with high literacy and numeracy skills are a real asset to your business, providing higher productivity and improved business performance.

The good news is that the Tertiary Education Commission (a government agency) provides guidance and support to employers and assists with the cost of workplace literacy and numeracy training through the Workplace Literacy Fund. BE QUICK -  Applications close at 5pm, 28 February 2014! More...

Flight Plastics recently opened the first plastic packaging plant in New Zealand to manufacture food grade PET packaging from recycled PET (RPET) flake. I was delighted to act as MC for this event and introduce the Prime Minster as the guest of honour. More...

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It has taken three decades, but New Zealand food manufacturer Cookie Time has established its first overseas venture, opening a store in Japan. It's Cookie Time's second retail venture, after the opening of a flagship store in Queenstown in 2010.

There are plans to open two additional outlets within the next year. Cookie Time is also negotiating retail licensing deals in Malaysia and Thailand. More...

Back by popular demand in 2014 is EMEX - New Zealand’s key B2B Engineering, Machinery & Electronics sales & marketing platform. EMEX provides the opportunity to showcase new & innovative products and techniques to over 3500 industry professionals. 

It will bring together industry buyers, suppliers & educators to share ideas and develop business relationships. More...

An expert on Lean shares some 'do's and don'ts" when implementing Lean in your business, including five common mistakes. More...

The Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment has created a series of easy-to-read, business friendly reports on every sector in the New Zealand economy. They explain how technology is changing industry, the impacts of the Christchurch rebuild on construction, the future of New Zealand tourism, our expanding IT exports and much more...

Did you know we have a directory of contract manufacturers listed on our website? Its aim is to allow businesses to find contract manufacturers who may be able to assist them with a particular project.

If you are interested in being listed in our directory, or would like to browse it, click here.

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