CentrePort Wellington Boosts Links with Americas and Europe

CentrePort Wellington is adding a new international container shipping service in November to link New Zealand’s capital with Americas and Europe.

The new ”Panama service,” operated by French container carrier CMA CGM and Marfret, will take central New Zealand goods directly to the ports in Americas and Europe.

 ”The establishment of the call adds weight to Wellington’s position as the port of choice for central New Zealand importers and exporters,” CentrePort Chief Executive Blair O’Keeffe said.

“The port has invested heavily to extend its reach into the central New Zealand hinterland. Our investments are focused on bringing the region closer to the world, by lowering cost and distance to market for local importers and exporters. This is being delivered through increased hub and transport services and additional shipping services.”

The new service comes on the back of a 19% increase in the port’s container trade over the last two years.

CentrePort has also announced plans to deepen the shipping channel in Wellington’s harbour to accommodate bigger ships and ensure on-going direct access to international markets for central New Zealand importers and exporters.