Ongoing adverse weather conditions across several regions are continuing to disrupt freight movements throughout the New Zealand network.

Mainfreight continues to take guidance and insight from a range of Government and private sector organisations. Fuel stock in, or on route to New Zealand remains within expectations.

We continue to work closely with authorities and monitor developments across Australia’s fuel market to provide our customers with timely, accurate insights. Recent government updates confirm that fuel supplies remain secure, with minimum stockholding requirements being met and additional measures introduced to stabilise the market amid heightened demand. 

We are writing to update you on the ongoing supply chain disruptions linked to the current Middle East conflict and to outline how Mainfreight is positioned to support and protect your supply chain.

A brief update summarising recent MBIE insights shared with Mainfreight on New Zealand’s current fuel market, including petrol and diesel stock levels.

Airfreight update outlining fuel‑driven rate increases, airline surcharges, and capacity pressures caused by ongoing geopolitical instability.

Update on fuel‑driven surcharge increases affecting ocean and air freight, including EFS introductions, policy variations, and ongoing market volatility.

Update about the situation in the Middle East

Summary of carrier announcements affecting Middle East trade, including new conflict surcharges and suspended seafreight services to multiple Gulf destinations.

As part of our commitment to keeping you informed, we want to update you on some important tariff changes being implemented in the United States. These developments may have implications for your shipments. Please click the link more information.