Our Location
Manawatū is at the crossroads of several major state highways and is the natural and logical centre for distribution across New Zealand.
Positioning
Well served by international ports with ambitious expansion and investment plans, Manawatū is home to the only place in New Zealand where road, rail and air transport options are immediately adjacent to each other.
Significant future growth
The future growth of Te Utanganui is well signalled in both central and local government policy. The Manawatū Regional Freight Ring Road, and the proposed Regional Freight Hub are both in the National Land Transport Plan (Sept 2024), and local councils have industrial land growth embedded in their future development strategies. Investor interest in Te Utanganui is significant, as is the interest of key players in the fast-moving consumer goods and distribution and logistics sectors who are either new to the regions market, or in expansion mode.
Te Utanganui is the only place in New Zealand where road, rail and air transport options are directly adjacent to each other in one hub.
Explore Manawatū
The region provides solid foundations for a spectrum of enterprises, from corporate headquarters and research labs to manufacturing hubs, distribution focused enterprises, and high-tech firms. Our central location, bolstered by formidable technology infrastructure and a commitment to research and innovation, ensures our businesses are not just surviving – they’re thriving. Dive right in to find out more about the dynamic and growing region of Manawatū.
