Port sector plan for improving safety on our ports
The Port Health and Safety Leadership Group – made up of unions, ports and stevedoring companies, the Port Industry Association, Maritime NZ and WorkSafe NZ – is proud to release…
Alex closes the maritime loop
A self-confessed globetrotter, Alex Park is happy to be settling down in Taranaki and letting his kids grow up as Kiwis.
Port Taranaki reports improved half-year result
Increased offshore activity and a rise in dry bulk trade have helped Port Taranaki record its highest first-half result since 2016.
A day in the life – Regan Diggelmann
There’s no doubt Regan Diggelmann has salt water running through his veins.
Island Princess visit cancelled
The expected widespread impact of Cyclone Gabrielle has forced the cancellation of cruise ship Island Princess’ visit to Port Taranaki on Wednesday.
Portal - February 2023
Our February Portal newsletter covers a range of topics - from our new fire water system, our new general manager of infrastructure, students working at the port and our recent…
All-female crew makes Port Taranaki history
In a first for Port Taranaki, and what is believed to be a landmark moment for all New Zealand ports, a pilot launch or tug has been operated by an…
Kīnaki gets a refresh as she turns five
It seems like only yesterday that Port Taranaki was welcoming new tug Kīnaki with a water salute from her fellow tugs and a ceremonial champagne christening.
New general manager of operations announced
Experienced executive Alex Park, who has worked in the maritime, energy, recruitment, and security industries, has been appointed Port Taranaki general manager operations.
Port Taranaki excited to welcome Europa 2 cruise ship
After the disappointment of Seabourn Odyssey’s cancelled visit to Taranaki in November, Port Taranaki is eagerly anticipating the arrival of cruise ship Europa 2 to the region on Thursday (26…
Biennial dredging begins at Port Taranaki
The Albatros will return to Port Taranaki next week to carry out biennial maintenance dredging of the shipping channel.
Major firewater system upgrade nears completion
A multimillion-dollar upgrade and replacement of the firewater system on Port Taranaki’s Newton King Tanker Terminal (NKTT) is near completion and will help protect and future-proof the energy products wharf…
Summer of ships and sea for uni students
Two University of Canterbury engineering students have swapped the text books for the high-vis as they get some real-world work experience at Port Taranaki.
Seabourn Odyssey visit cancelled
Adverse tidal and weather conditions forecast for Thursday have forced the cancellation of cruise vessel Seabourn Odyssey’s visit to Taranaki.
Port ready to welcome first cruise ship of season
Port Taranaki is looking forward to welcoming the first cruise ship to the region in more than two years when the Seabourn Odyssey docks on Thursday, 24 November.