GoBusiness and GoManufacturing make it easier for small businesses and the manufacturing sector in New Zealand to access the tools, advice, and resources they need to grow, export, and reach their full potential. By packaging content from across government and the private sector, these websites provide simple, clear, and practical information designed with small businesses and manufacturers in mind.
Slips and a partial tunnel collapse disrupted both exports and production of coal in 2024. At the same time, coal imports increased as Genesis rebuilt its stockpile at the Huntly Power Station.
E-Invoicing is the exchange of invoices directly between suppliers’ and buyers’ financial systems, even if these systems are different. It improves accuracy and security, reduces process time and speeds up payments.
New Zealand's renewable energy supply increased on 2023 levels, with strong growth in geothermal, solar, and wind energy. The renewable share of total primary energy supply increased, driven by both higher renewable output and reduced production of non-renewable energy sources. Additionally, the renewable share of consumption also increased compared to 2023.
Making it easier to do business with Government, Business Connect is a new digital service platform that will allow businesses to apply for things like licences and permits from different government agencies in one place.
If you want to register (with a view to exporting) non-animal tested cosmetics in China, you need documentary evidence that the product will be manufactured under international Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) conditions applicable to the cosmetics industry. China only accepts this documentary evidence if it comes from a government authority. To help with this, MBIE has created a two-step process.
Comprehensive information on and analysis of New Zealand’s energy supply, demand and prices.
Cabinet paper reporting back on travel to the USA.
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The Fuel Industry Act 2020 was amended in 2023 to require fuel industry participants, who meet certain criteria, to keep a minimum amount of fuel on hand within New Zealand’s Exclusive Economic Zone.