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flag New Zealand red meat exporters face shipping risks due to U.S.-Iran tensions affecting the Strait of Hormuz, threatening $166 million in exports to GCC nations.

flag Red meat exporters from New Zealand are keeping an eye on the escalating hostilities between the United States and Iran, which pose a threat to shipping via the Strait of Hormuz, a vital route for $166 million in chilled meat exports to GCC countries. flag Shipments to the UK and Europe are unaffected, but delays and traffic could result from disruptions, leaving 4,000 TEU of cargo stranded. flag Due to the possibility of overload at alternative ports, companies such as Fonterra and Kotahi are evaluating the effects and creating backup plans. flag Despite the risks, New Zealand's dairy exports reached a record $27.15 billion in 2025, while its red meat exports reached a record $11.7 billion.

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