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Overseas comparisons: what global trucking costs and workforce pressures can tell us
Friday blog | Dom Kalasih
Dom takes a look at overseas trucking data to compare road freight cost pressures and workforce challenges. They illustrate common issues around rising operating costs, driver shortages, and ageing workforces which demonstrate the need for stronger training pathways.

Permitting reform not delivering what was promised
Friday blog | Mark Stockdale
The removal of 50MAX permits was sold as a productivity benefit, but in reality this change is not really delivering reduced administration for operators.

50MAX Permit shift raises compliance questions at record webinar
News | Mark Stockdale
A record number of 117 people participated in our webinar on 7 August covering an update on compliance issues and Wellington region roading updates.

Requirements for supervised driving hours
Submissions | Transporting New Zealand
Transporting NZ submission on changes to the Graduated Driver Licensing System and requirements for completing and logging supervised driving hours. Our submission was informed by feedback on a member survey.

Proposals to digitise driver licences and vehicle labels
Submissions | Transporting New Zealand
Transporting NZ's submission on NZTA proposals to introduce the option of a digital driver licence, along with optionally removing vehicle labels like rego, CoL and TSL. Our submission was informed by feedback from a member survey.

Straight-Talking Economics at Invercargill Breakfast Meeting
News | Transporting New Zealand
On 7 August on a relaxed Invercargill breakfast meeting was held where economist Cameron Bagrie shared a practical assessment of New Zealand’s economic outlook.
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