Aica New Zealand Ltd is a leading New Zealand manufacturer and distributor of industrial adhesive, resin and surfacing systems. Established in New Plymouth in 1989 and Nelson in 1997, Aica New Zealand has a long-standing history of supplying customised resin systems to the panel board industry, including MDF, plywood, LVL, particleboard, strandboard and decorative surface manufacturers. Many of these products are formulated specifically to meet individual customer requirements. Aica New Zealand is part of Aica Kogyo, a Japanese parent company with two key business divisions: Chemical Products and Laminates & Building Materials. Both Aica New Zealand sites manufacture liquid chemical products for industrial applications, supported by the company’s technical expertise, manufacturing capability and strong connection to Aica’s international operations.

PrimePort Timaru is the gateway port for New Zealand’s Central South Island, connecting one of the country’s most productive agricultural and manufacturing regions to global markets. Established in 1878, PrimePort handles a diverse range of cargo including containers, bulk commodities, fuel, fertiliser, forestry products, and seafood, while also supporting a growing cruise industry. The port operates five wharves and nine berths, supported by modern marine infrastructure and significant recent investment. Strategically located on New Zealand’s east coast, PrimePort provides efficient, reliable, and sustainable supply chain solutions while supporting regional economic growth and international trade.

Japan is progressing plans for a temporary reduction in the rate of consumption tax applied to food items in response to inflation and rising living costs. Japan currently applies a 10% consumption tax, with an 8% reduced rate for take-home food and non-alcoholic beverages.

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BRANZ is New Zealand’s independent building science and research organisation, the only national research institution focu​​sed exclusively on building and construction. BRANZ also turns independent building science into practical tools, testing and guidance the sector can trust. This work supports more affordable, resilient, sustainable and higher-quality buildings.  BRANZ’s research laboratories include fit-for-purpose fire, materials and structural engineering laboratories, as well as a series of weathering sites across New Zealand.  BRANZ also provides product, material and system testing, assurance and certification services on a commercial basis.

The Bioeconomy Science Institute Maiangi Taiao brings together New Zealand’s four leading bioeconomy research institutes, AgResearch, Manaaki Whenua - Landcare Research, Plant & Food Research, and Scion, into a single organisation.

 We are more than 2,300 people, including more than 1,500 scientists and researchers, located across Aotearoa New Zealand and around the world.

 Together, our world-class science can advance innovation in agriculture, horticulture, forestry, aquaculture, biotechnology and manufacturing; protect and enhance ecosystems from biosecurity threats and climate risks; and develop new bio-based technologies and products.

 The Bioeconomy Science Institute is a Crown Research Institute, owned by the New Zealand Government and governed by an independent Board of Directors. We have deep relationships with business, industry bodies, Māori iwi and hapū, universities, independent research organisations, government, and communities.

Atlas Finance & Lease is an Asset Finance business. We provide finance and leases to business for items such as trucks, excavators, forklifts, tractors, harvesters, manufacturing equipment, buses, company vehicles, etc. We are based in Christchurch but do business across NZ.