Rhenus – Your global logistics company in New Zealand

Air freight

We provide tailored air cargo services and global solutions, leveraging our extensive carrier network for standard shipments or dedicated air charter services for oversized and time-sensitive goods, with a strategic presence at key airports in Auckland (AKL), Christchurch (CHC), Wellington (WLG) and Queenstown (ZQN).

Choose full and split charter options for maximum flexibility and cost efficiency. By adding value-added solutions including documentation, customs clearance and insurance, we ensure a seamless and secure door-to-door experience for your goods.

Sea transport

Benefit from efficient and smooth sea transport, leveraging our long-standing partnerships with global shipping lines and port operators across key New Zealand hubs including Tauranga, Auckland, Wellington, Lyttelton, and Port Chalmers.

We tailor our comprehensive ocean freight services to your specific needs, offering flexible solutions for any shipment size. This includes LCL (Less than Container Load) for smaller quantities, FCL (Full Container Load) for dedicated containers, and specialized consolidation services to optimise costs and streamline your supply chain.

Coastal solutions

Rhenus connects New Zealand with reliable coastal and road transport solutions.

Our premier service guarantees time-sensitive 2-day transit, while consolidated shipments ensure cost efficiency. For international lines prioritizing affordability, the flexible 4-day transit offers you multiple scheduling options.

Finally, our coastal road transport provides ultimate flexibility for any shipment size, from cartons to full-truck loads.

Road transport

Rhenus is your trusted partner for road freight in New Zealand, offering safe and reliable transport for specialised cargo, including hazardous materials and temperature-controlled goods.

We provide customised LTL (Less Than Truckload), FTL (Full Truckload) and groupage services with on-time departures on main routes. Leveraging our global network and local expertise, you can rely on efficient supply chain from the North to the South Island.

Intermodal

Our intermodal transport solutions provide the optimal combination of freight rates and transit times by seamlessly integrating road, rail and sea shipping. We employ a multiple-carrier concept and a diverse range of routing options to ensure greater capacity and better lead times.

This is all managed through centralised control tower operations, which guarantee safe, secure modes of transport and wide geographical coverage. Every shipment is executed with a strong, unwavering focus on quality, health, safety and environmental standards.

Project logistics

Rhenus supports your logistics planning for heavy-duty transport and complex project logistics across key sectors. You benefit from a seamless process, from initial planning and procurement to final delivery. This ensures your materials and equipment arrive on time. 

Our tailored approach combines multiple transport modes: sea, air and road freight. We work closely with your project managers and engineers, leveraging well-grounded knowledge to mitigate risks, reduce costs, and keep your project on schedule when handling sensitive products for the plant and mechanical engineering, construction, oil, gas and wind power sectors.

Commodity logistics

At Rhenus, we are specialists in end-to-end commodity logistics and freight management, handling everything from raw materials and break bulk cargo to specialised shipments like seedlings and agricultural equipment.

Our teams are true sector experts – beyond just moving your product. Critical value-added services include DG labelling, certification and specialised cartage and handling. A strong focus on clear and transparent communication throughout the process, provides you with the visibility and reliability you need to keep your operations running smoothly.

Warehousing solutions

Rhenus provides state-of-the-art warehousing solutions and 3PL (third-party logistics) services from a strategically positioned facility in Auckland, New Zealand. Our warehouse includes temperature-controlled storage (15ºC to 25ºC) for sensitive goods and controlled drugs vault for regulated products. We provide customised supply chain solutions across all industries, from e-commerce and fashion to machinery and healthcare.

Leveraging a global network connecting New Zealand to 21 countries, ensuring your fulfilment and logistics operations are efficient, cost-effective and innovative. 

4PL logistics

Keep track of your supply chain with 4PL logistics with our dedicated control tower team and specialised software solutions: RHEVision Track and Trace.

From initial tender to invoice verification, keep control of your processes and avoid surprises. This helps optimise productivity, reduce costs. improve visibility and customer satisfaction. Our team helps you with the personal setup in place and develops it further in order to find the optimal output for your supply chain.