IA ARA AOTEAROA TRANSPORTING NEW ZEALAND
The leading national industry association for road freight, representing over 1,100 individual businesses
IA ARA AOTEAROA, TRANSPORTING NEW ZEALAND
The leading national industry association for road freight, representing over 1,100 individual businesses
Who we are
Ia Ara Aotearoa is the leading national industry association for road freight, representing over 1,100 individual businesses that are committed to delivering all types of goods to ensure the comfort, health and wellbeing of New Zealanders, come what may.
From courier companies and owner/drivers to large fleet operators and the companies that work alongside the freight transport industry, our representation is wide-ranging and responsive to the needs of our members.
Become a member
Members benefit from strong industry advocacy that saves time and reduces compliance burden, alongside fuel discounts, trusted partnerships, and practical tools such as cost modelling and the Grant Thornton Index to improve profitability.
Latest updates
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