Agtrans, a well-known name in New Zealand’s Taranaki craneage and commercial transport industry, has announced the retirement of co-founder Phil D’Ath, marking the end of an era for the company.Read More
On Saturday 19 July 2025, Wellingtonians were treated to a once-in-a-lifetime spectacle as the Crane Association of New Zealand (CANZ) rolled out a crane parade to celebrate its 50th annual conference.Read More
The lifting and rigging industry in New Zealand is set to receive formal recognition, with three specialist roles accepted for inclusion in the country’s National Occupation List (NOL).Read More
The transport needs of one of New Zealand’s largest piling companies, Kumeu-based CLL Ltd, had grown so significantly that it made business sense to start its own trucking division Antares Transport.Read More
In the mid-1970s, New Zealand’s construction scene was bustling – but for those who ran cranes, it could feel like the Wild West. There were no universal safety codes, no formal training pathways, and each company mostly fended for itself. That began to change 50 years ago, when a handful of crane owners met with a bold idea.Read More
When Ian Roebuck first stepped into the crane business in Taranaki, New Zealand, over 50 years ago, he never anticipated how significantly the landscape would evolve. Starting as a mechanic in a public garage, Ian transitioned into the family business, initially under Roebuck Construction.Read More
In a world where branding is as necessary as a good product, few things are as enduring – or as overlooked – as a domain name. As businesses compete in an increasingly digital-first landscape, a powerful, memorable name is no longer just a web address – it’s a strategic asset.Read More
Protective Industrial Products (PIP), a safety gear manufacturer based in Australia, has officially acquired Honeywell’s personal protective equipment (PPE) business.Read More
New Zealand’s Pollock Cranes recently took delivery of a Sany SAC2500E, a 250-tonne all terrain featuring 75 metres of main boom. Sany has delivered smaller-capacity all terrains to the New Zealand market, but this is one of the first of this class to be delivered in the Oceania region. Pollock Cranes is owned and operated by siblings Thomas, Casandra, and Wayne Slater. Wayne provides insights into the purchase of the Sany. Read More
Fifty years ago, in 1975, the Crane Association of New Zealand (CANZ) was formed under the leadership of Max Whiley. Max had a clear vision: to represent crane owners and ensure their interests were heard and respected. What began as a small group of dedicated individuals quickly grew into the recognised and authoritative voice of New Zealand’s crane industry. Read More
