Make confident pricing decisions with the Transporting New Zealand Cost Index — the only independent cost movement guide dedicated solely to the road freight industry.

Available via exclusive member-only website access, this Index tracks cost shifts across six critical areas: fuel, Road User Charges (RUCs), wages and salaries, depreciation and interest, overheads, and repairs and maintenance.

The index is prepared by Grant Thornton New Zealand, a nationally recognised accounting and advisory firm, and updated quarterly to reflect real-world cost movements. (note: Each update reflects the previous quarter — for example, December quarter data is published in March.)

Whether you’re renegotiating rates or reviewing your pricing model, the Index provides transparent, data-backed insights to help you align your pricing with market conditions. At a time when many operators are under financial and operational pressure, this tool supports smarter, more efficient business decisions.

An annual subscription provides full website access from 1 July to 30 June, including all quarterly updates released during that period — plus access to previous cost index reports for reference and comparison.

Why subscribe?
✔ Independent and credible industry reference
✔ Supports fair and informed rate negotiations
✔ Helps benchmark your business against the sector
✔ Enables pricing strategies grounded in current market trends
✔ Access to historical data for deeper insight

Optimise efficiency. Strengthen negotiation. Stay competitive.

Subscription information
The Transporting New Zealand Cost Index operates on a financial year basis (1 July to 30 June). Subscriptions provide access to reports released during that financial year. If purchased part way through the year, access applies for the remainder of that financial year.

By purchasing this product, you agree to the Transporting New Zealand Subscription Terms and Conditions.