Tag: New Zealand

New Zealand’s Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) will introduce the Biosecurity Pre-Arrival Report (PAR) for all commercial vessels calling in New Zealand starting 31 October 2024.

As UK P&I Club informs, the Brown Marmorated Stink Bug (Halyomorpha halys) poses a significant threat to agriculture in regions such as the United States and Europe, and its potential establishment in New Zealand raises serious biosecurity concerns.

As Britannia Club informs, the BMSB is native to East Asia, specifically found in China, Japan and South Korea; it has aggressively invaded the US and Europe and is considered an invasive species by Australia and New Zealand.

The Interislander ferry Aratere grounded just outside Picton, New Zealand, shortly after departing at 9:45 PM on June 21, due to a steering failure.

Cruise ships visiting New Zealand this summer are doing a good job of meeting strong biofouling standards and protecting the unique marine environment, says Biosecurity New Zealand deputy director-general Stuart Anderson, Ministry for Primary Industries highlights.

RightShip has announced a partnership with Napier Port to implement RightShip’s innovative RightPort risk solution at the New Zealand port.

As NorthStandard P&I Club informs, both Australian and New Zealand authorities impose strict measures to avoid stink bugs finding their way ashore.

As Human Rights at Sea (HRAS) informs, Maritime New Zealand (MNZ) seeks public review of maritime levy options to fund seafarers' welfare.

Transport company StraitNZ and bp Marine have been engaged into a long-term supply agreement that covers the delivery of marine biofuels in the port of Wellington.

On 7th July, Shiling containership departs New Zeland after being detained for three months due to numerous breakdowns that raised heightened safety concerns.