Maritime New Zealand Seeks Approval for Increased Industry Levy to Support Training and Efficiency

Maritime New Zealand is seeking approval from the new government to increase its levy take from the industry, a move that the Shipping Federation believes would lead to improved industry training and other benefits. In a briefing to the incoming minister of transport, Maritime NZ stated that the changes would help the organization achieve financial stability and support the efficient operation of the sector. This request for increased levies comes as the organization aims to address its financial challenges and improve its ability to support the maritime industry.

The proposed changes to the levy system would provide Maritime NZ with the resources needed to enhance industry training and ensure the efficient operation of the sector. The organization believes that these changes are necessary to achieve financial stability and support the maritime industry effectively. This request for increased levies is part of Maritime NZ’s efforts to address its financial challenges and improve its ability to fulfill its responsibilities within the industry. The Shipping Federation supports this move, seeing it as a way to open the door to better industry training and other improvements.

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