Transport & Logistics

Strategically located in the centre of New Zealand’s South Island, South Canterbury has a welcoming business community and industry hubs with excellent road, rail, maritime and air connections.

Timaru’s thriving port – PrimePort – supports freight and logistics import/export businesses essential to South Canterbury and the national economy. Major industry leaders and employers are positioned throughout the region alongside strong local family businesses, contributing to expanding the local and national economy.

The Timaru, Mackenzie and Waimate districts of South Canterbury all offer advantages, committed to significant manufacturing, processing, industrial, storage and warehousing, logistic and supply chain management.