Manufacturing
New Zealand manufacturers specialise in high-value, premium quality goods in the areas of marine, aviation, clean technology, defence, engineering and plastics, composites and metals.
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New Zealand manufacturing
Kiwi companies have an international reputation for flexibility and cost effectiveness, having perfected short-run production cycles to supply high-value niche markets around the world. Smart design and advanced technology, coupled with a serious commitment to research and development has seen a surge in global demand for New Zealand produced goods and services.
We are sailing
New Zealand is leading the charge in the design, manufacture and marketing of marine products. Kiwi companies have set the benchmark for high performance superyacht and boat building technology, especially in the areas of composites and design, refits, sails, spars, electronics and software.
The marine industry is one of New Zealand’s largest manufacturing sectors with over $2.2 billion in annual sales, and exports worth over $700 million.
Flying high
Our aviation industry is scaling up to meet a burgeoning international demand for aviation products and services. The industry, founded on a practical approach to problem solving and deep local expertise, provides a complete solution for international customers across training, airport infrastructure, cabin interiors and maintenance, repair and overhauls.
The aviation industry’s annual earnings are forecast to grow to $12.6 billion by 2015.
Specialised manufacturing events
The following New Zealand manufacturing showcasing events will take place in 2011:
| Aviation events | Location | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Knights of the Sky Exhibition | Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre, Blenheim | 9 Sept - 23 Oct 2011 |
| Wairarapa Vintage Wings and Wine | Wairarapa | 7 & 10 Oct 2011 |
| New Zealand Aviation Exposé | Waikato | 12 - 16 Oct 2011 |
| Marine events | Location | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Auckland International Boat Show | Viaduct Harbour | 14 - 18 Sept 2011 |
| Waikato Boat Show | Mystery Creek, Hamilton | 14 - 17 Oct 2011 |
Find out more
For more information on the specialised manufacturing sector visit the NZ Business website
To find out about business opportunities in New Zealand’s manufacturing sector join the NZ 2011 Business Club
Green note
Air New Zealand is at the forefront of efforts to develop an environmentally sustainable jet fuel.
