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Manufacturing News – September 2022

Manufacturing News – September 2022

The latest PMI shows that New Zealand's manufacturing sector has had a return to expansion, while this is a positive step forward, the numbers behind the figure show a sector that is still struggling to gain traction.

Manufacturing News – September 2022

Manufacturing News – December 2021

It has been my privilege to meet with you, hear your stories, and represent you to Government and in the media for the last 11 years. I have enjoyed it immensely and could not have worked on behalf of a more worthy business community. It never ceases to amaze me at all the wonderful, innovative and customer tailored solutions I see emerging from our manufacturing sector.

Manufacturing News – September 2022

Manufacturing News – October 2021

We are still feeling for manufacturers frustrated by lockdown levels and border issues – both to get back into NZ for international business travel and to get goods in and out of the Auckland region.

Manufacturing News – September 2022

Manufacturing News – September 2021

We know it is tough times for manufacturers in Auckland level 4 lockdown, particularly those of you that are manufacturing non-food ‘essential’ products for export customers, but you are unable to operate for those orders.

Manufacturing News – September 2022

Manufacturing News – August 2021

With unemployment hitting new lows and the border restricted in terms of accessing international talent, we know that manufacturers are finding staff shortages a big problem. That came through loud and clear in the recent Performance Manufacturing Index survey.