In the News

Giesen appoints new US distributor
Giesen Wines has appointed a new distributor in the United States to consolidate its momentum in the expanding market.
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The Icehouse signs partnership with TusPark
The Icehouse Business Growth Centre in Auckland has signed a partnership with Tinghua University Science Park (Tus-Park) Beijing for the establishment of a China Market Development Hub.
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Mako Networks continues growth with new US office
After operating from the Kiwi Landing Pad in San Francisco for the past 18 months, Mako Networks continues to accelerate its international growth with the opening of a new office in the city.
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Tasti new premises boosts innovation and exports
New Zealand’s first homegrown muesli bar manufacturer, Tasti Products Limited is confident its newly refurbished $8 million premises will inspire additional products sure to make Kiwi and international taste buds zing.
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Small exporters are collateral damage in China
A delegation to China of New Zealand Infant Formula exporters led by Michael Barnett, chair of the Infant Formula Exporters Association, is planned for 23-24th September.
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Wellington business confidence jumps
Confidence in the Wellington region’s economy has taken a sharp upturn in the latest Wellington Employers’ Chamber of Commerce Business Confidence survey.
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Expats a step towards our global economy
While Kiwi expats continue to command big dollars overseas, the pull of ‘brand New Zealand’ and a desire to connect with home is stronger than ever, according to Kea’s 2013 Every Kiwi Counts survey.
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MOVAC invests in 1Above
MOVAC, the venture capital investment firm, has taken a 13% stake in 1Above, a functional drink that helps people fight jet lag and combat many of the health risks and discomfort related to flying.
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NZTE appoints new China Consulting Chef
New Zealand Trade and Enterprise has appointed Dion McGrath as its new Consulting Chef based at New Zealand Central in Shanghai, China.Dion’s role is a key part of NZTE's wider strategy to promote New Zealand food and beverage in China, in response to Chinese consumer trends.
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Modtec Industries partners with US accessories distributor
New Zealand manufacturer and designer of ergonomic workspace solutions Modtec Industries/Integ are excited to announce that they are now being exclusively distributed in North America by Prestige International. 
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ANZ opens F&B door to China
Around 20 Kiwi food and beverage companies will gain first-hand insights of China during a 10-day customer tour hosted by ANZ Bank New Zealand. The businesses, including meat, wine, seafood, honey and dairy producers from throughout the country will visit Hong Kong, Guangzhou and Shanghai.
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Port alliance set to transform South Canterbury economy
A joint venture between PrimePort Timaru and Port of Tauranga creates the opportunity to deliver huge benefits to the community and transform trading opportunities for the South Canterbury region.
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Language barriers for exporters
Half of New Zealand exporters face business challenges because of cultural or language barriers when exporting to a market that does not speak English, according to a recent exporter survey conducted by DHL Express NZ.
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Greenshell New Zealand wins supreme export award
The 14th annual AmCham DHL Express Success & Innovation Awards were held Thursday August 8th at the Pullman Auckland Hotel, with Greenshell New Zealand winning the Supreme Award for trade with the United States. 
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2013 NZ International Business Awards: and the finalists are......
A revolutionary diabetes detection system and a digital DJ software platform are among the unique range of solutions produced by the 29 finalists in this year’s 2013 New Zealand International Business Awards. 
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Fonterra must work with Government to restore brand
Fonterra needs to work with the New Zealand Government in a co-ordinated way to rectify the damage to New Zealand’s brand, says a Massey University crisis communications expert.
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Medical devices a healthy export boost
Medical device firms have contributed more than a quarter (27 percent) of export earnings to New Zealand’s high tech manufacturing sector, according to a just-released report by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE). 
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Tighter export honey controls called for
Airborne Honey, New Zealand’s oldest honey brand, believes the quality control of New Zealand honey export needs to be tighter, following recent feedback from the Hong Kong Consumer Council. 
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Debitsuccess plans international expansion
Financial services company Debitsuccess is expanding its Auckland-based operations and pursuing more international business following another strong year of growth.
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NZ legal firm unlocks local market for Chinese business
Chinese businesses eyeing up trade with New Zealand are being offered a springboard to success: a Mandarin-speaking intellectual property expert with New Zealand intellectual property firm, James and Wells.
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