New Zealand's supply chain faces challenges due to Swire Shipping's removal of coastal freighter Takutai Chief.

New Zealand's supply chain faces challenges due to the removal of coastal freighter Takutai Chief by its owner, Swire Shipping, citing economic downturn and reduced feeder volumes. The maritime industry crisis includes a lack of strategic policy and aging workforce. Maritime Union urges building New Zealand's coastal shipping capacity with locally owned, operated, and crewed ships for a sustainable shipping industry.

July 29, 2024
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