At a glance

Te Utanganui comprises six major projects and zones, along with three key enablers. Together, these create the primary distribution and transport hub for central New Zealand.

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24/7 Airfreight

1 of NZ's 3 key hubs

Road, Rail, Air & Sea

The Catalysts

The catalysts driving Te Utanganui’s growth are KiwiRail’s Regional Freight Hub, Palmerston North Airport, and the Manawatū Regional Freight Ring Road.

The Business Zones

Te Utanganui’s key business zones—North East Industrial Zone, Ruapehu Aeropark, and Kawakawa Industrial Precinct—offer prime opportunities for growth, investment, and industry expansion.

The Enablers

Te Ahu a Tūranga highway, the Ōtaki to North Levin expressway, and Te Utanganui’s Port Partners are the enablers unlocking faster, smarter, and more connected freight movement across New Zealand.

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Let’s Move New Zealand Forward