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Auckland Airport
From the arrival of the Tainui Waka into the Manukau Harbour, Auckland Airport has always been a place of journeys.
We stand proudly as the gateway to Aotearoa, welcoming travellers beginning their journeys, farewelling Kiwis to new destinations, connecting businesses and workers to new opportunities, and celebrating partners and investors who back us along the way.
From our humble beginnings in 1966, Auckland Airport has grown into one of the largest international airports in Australasia, with more than 18.5million travellers a year.
AKL plays a significant role in supporting New Zealand businesses. Auckland Airport is New Zealand’s third largest port by cargo value handled, with $33.2 billion of exports and imports combined in a year. It’s also the second biggest employment hub outside the city central, with 25,000 workers and hundreds of businesses. The wider airport precinct features a world-class business park, commercial office buildings, transport and logistics warehouses, hotels and leisure and recreation facilities.
Today we are focused on transforming Auckland Airport for the future of travel, building the gateway the country needs. Construction of the new domestic jet terminal is underway, which will be integrated into the existing international terminal, opening at the end of the decade. Not just a place where people go from A to B, but a place where the journey brings as much enjoyment as the destination.
E mahi ana mātou mō Aotearoa. We are working for New Zealand.
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New Zealand Trade & Enterprise
NZTE is the global team in your corner, here so you don’t have to go it alone. We offer independent export advice, global networks and tailored solutions to accelerate your international growth.
As the New Zealand Government's international business development agency, we understand the barriers exporters face and share your ambitions for commercial success. With us, you’ll learn from the successes and setbacks of those who’ve gone before and gain the confidence to face the challenges ahead.
We build a network around you to help you get where you want to go, faster. Our global team brings together decades of experience, in-market knowledge and connections, backed by expert insights from specialists who’ve been there, done that.
We work alongside you – matching our support to your stage of growth. Our credibility as a government entity provides a world of experience, gained from working across more than 37 locations, in 24 time zones and 40 languages.
NZTE helps over 5000 New Zealand businesses each year to grow internationally.
China Construction Bank (New Zealand) Limited
China Construction Bank (New Zealand) Limited (CCBNZ), a registered bank with RBNZ since July 2014 and wholly owned by China Construction Bank Corporation (CCBC), provides full corporate, institutional, mid-market and retail banking services in New Zealand, including funding of working capital, home lending, infrastructure & specialized finance, property finance, trade finance, settlement and treasury services.
Committed to client-centric approach and high ethics standard, CCBNZ is expanding business coverage to fill the infrastructure gap, provide inclusive finance, support going for growth in New Zealand, and facilitate bilateral trade, cross border investment, and technological innovation with tailor-made solutions for clients to execute their long-term strategies.
CCBC, founded in Oct 1954, listed HKSE in Oct 2005 and SHSE in Sep, 2007, is a leading large-scale commercial bank in China, providing comprehensive financial services to 771 million personal customers and 11.68 million corporate customers. CCBC was ranked by the Banker magazine as the 2nd largest bank in the world with a Tier 1 capital of US$455.4 billion as at 31 December 2024.
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Atrax Group Limited
Atrax Group is a New Zealand-headquartered global leader in industrial weighing, measurement and dimensioning systems for the aviation, logistics and transport sectors. With more than 40 years in the market, the company has built a strong international reputation for precision engineering, reliability and innovation.
Atrax baggage and cargo scales and dimensioning systems are installed in more than 800 airports worldwide. Every day, over three million people across more than 170 countries and territories interact with an Atrax scale or system. Their technology supports major airport developments in China and globally, positioning the company as a leading New Zealand exporter in advanced manufacturing and airport infrastructure.
Atrax also manufactures components in China for both the local market and export, reflecting the depth of its engagement in the New Zealand–China business relationship.
Through its Weightrax division, Atrax delivers fully automated weighbridge solutions across Australia and New Zealand, providing integrated hardware, software, calibration and ongoing support. The company also supplies industrial weighing systems to the marine, food and agriculture, and medical sectors.
Headquartered in Auckland, with offices in Christchurch and Kuala Lumpur, Atrax maintains an operational presence in Australia, China, Poland and India. Its products are manufactured in New Zealand, Malaysia and China and are supported by a global service network.
In recognition of its outstanding performance in China and internationally, Atrax Group was named Supreme Winner at the 2024 NZCTA China Business Awards — a reflection of its sustained growth, technical leadership and success on the global stage.
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Te Puni Kokīri
Te Puni Kōkiri is proud to support the NZCTA Award for Māori Business contribution to the New Zealand–China Relationship
Te Puni Kōkiri leads Tōnui Māori, the Government’s strategic action plan to double the Māori economy by 2035. As a core component of the broader Going for Growth initiative, this work focuses on dismantling structural barriers and improving access to capital to help Māori businesses scale internationally.
Where we can influence and invest in the continued growth of the Maori economy, we will see more Māori businesses able to accelerate exports, advance international opportunities for indigenous economic collaboration, and enhance the global profile of Māori as indigenous economic leaders.
Māori-owned exporters currently outperform non-exporters with four times the sales and five times the margins, driven by a global demand for authentic indigenous sustainable practices.
Te Puni Kōkiri is pleased to be aligned with the NZCTA Award as it recognises Māori-led or Māori-owned organisations that have demonstrated leadership and success in building meaningful commercial relationships between Aotearoa New Zealand and China.
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United Media Solution
At UMS, we craft innovative, data-driven marketing strategies that authentically connect brands with global audiences. With expertise across international education, tourism, B2B, and government relations we take pride in our ability to create and deliver tailored solutions that resonate across cultures and regions.
United Media Solution (UMS) was founded in 2011, with roots in both Auckland and Ningbo. What started as a cross-cultural business connecting New Zealand and China has since expanded its reach with international clients spanning Australia, New Zealand, China, the UK, Europe, and selective markets in the US.
Our journey began in China, where our deep local connections and cross-cultural understanding provided a strong foundation for growth in the APAC region. Today, we are proud to partner with clients around the world, from multinational corporations to emerging brands looking to expand their presence.
New Zealand China Council
The New Zealand China Council Te Kaunihera o Aotearoa me Haina is a New Zealand-led, New Zealand-funded leadership body contributing to management of a balanced and resilient relationship with China.
The Council’s 26 members are all senior leaders in their sectors, including government, trade, education, research, tourism, creative industries, Māori enterprise and the New Zealand Chinese community.
The Council regularly discusses the bilateral relationship with New Zealand government leaders, academic experts, media and other influential stakeholders. It also publishes research reports, media opinions and podcasts; maintains a wide network of informed connections in China; and spearheads innovative initiatives which add positive value for New Zealand.
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