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24 PRESIDENT’S WELCOME ...................................................................................................4 THE GNZCC 40TH ANNIVERSARY ......................................................................................5 GERMAN AMBASSADOR ....................................................................................................6 NEW ZEALAND AMBASSADOR ...........................................................................................7 DESTINATION GERMANY ...................................................................................................8
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MÖGLICHKEITEN IN AOTEAROA .....................................................................................10 FREE TRADE AGREEMENT EU-NZ ....................................................................................12 FREIHANDELSABKOMMEN EU-NZ ..................................................................................14 PROJEKTE DER AHK NEUSEELAND ................................................................................15 TRADE IN NUMBERS .......................................................................................................16 NEW ZEALAND TRADE INTO GERMANY ...........................................................................18 GNZCC YOUNG PROFESSIONALS ....................................................................................20 IMMIGRATION POLICY .....................................................................................................21 SUSTAINABILITY .............................................................................................................22 FILM INDUSTRIE .............................................................................................................24
8 PREMIUM PARTNERS
WELLINGTON BÜRO .......................................................................................................25 GNZCC 101 ......................................................................................................................26 MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY ..............................................................................................27
EXECUTIVE PARTNERS
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PRESIDENT’S WELCOME
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t is my great pleasure to welcome you to this year’s edition of our Double the Vision publication. I hope you find the enclosed information and articles relevant, interesting, and insightful. As you may be aware, on 30 June 2022 the EU and New Zealand concluded negotiations for a comprehensive and progressive Free Trade Agreement (FTA). What you may not know, is that Germany has been at the forefront of advocacy within the EU in support of this agreement from the outset, recognising its importance both geo-politically and in terms of reducing barriers to business and equitable two-way trade. The EU-NZ FTA once ratified, opens up significant new economic opportunities for both German and Kiwi businesses and over time will support even greater co-operation between our two likeminded countries, both of whom strongly advocate for and support a rules-based approach to commerce and trade. This mutual aspiration for free and fair two-way trade is admirable, at a time in our history, when other countries are increasingly turning to more protectionist policies. With this positive backdrop and with the world progressively getting back to face-to-face business post-Covid, I am confident we can look forward to the year ahead with significant optimism. At the German-New Zealand Chamber of Commerce we stand ready to support you. Whether you are a German business looking to expand your interests in and around New Zealand, or a New Zealand business looking to establish or expand your presence in Germany, I would encourage you to contact our specialist staff here at the GNZCC. We are here to help!
Es ist mir eine besondere Freude, Sie zur diesjährigen Ausgabe unserer Publikation Double the Vision zu begrüßen. Ich hoffe, Sie finden die darin enthaltenen Informationen und Artikel relevant, interessant und aufschlussreich. Wie Sie vielleicht wissen, haben die EU und Neuseeland am 30. Juni 2022 die Verhandlungen über ein umfassendes und progressives Freihandelsabkommen (FTA) abgeschlossen. Was Sie vielleicht nicht wisse ist, dass sich Deutschland innerhalb der EU von Anfang an an vorderster Front für dieses Abkommen eingesetzt hat. Die Bundesrepublik hat die Wichtigkeit dieses Abkommens sowohl in geopolitischer Hinsicht als auch im Hinblick auf den Abbau von Handelsbarrieren und einen gerechten Handel in beide Richtungen erkannt. Das Freihandelsabkommen zwischen der EU und Neuseeland eröffnet nach seiner Genehmigung sowohl für deutsche als auch für neuseeländische Unternehmen erhebliche neue wirtschaftliche Möglichkeiten und wird im Laufe der Zeit eine noch engere Zusammenarbeit zwischen unseren beiden gleichgesinnten Ländern fördern, die sich beide nachdrücklich für einen geregelten Handelsverkehr einsetzen und diesen unterstützen. Dieses gemeinsame Streben nach freiem und fairem Handel in beide Richtungen ist bewundernswert in einer Zeit, in der andere Länder zunehmend zu einer protektionistischen Politik übergehen. Vor diesem positiven Hintergrund und angesichts der Tatsache, dass die Welt nach der Covid-Pandemie allmählich wieder zu persönlichen Kontakten zurückkehrt, bin ich zuversichtlich, dass wir dem kommenden Jahr mit großem Optimismus entgegensehen können. Wir von der Deutsch-Neuseeländischen Handelskammer sind bereit, Sie zu unterstützen. Ganz gleich, ob Sie ein deutsches Unternehmen sind, das seine Interessen in und um Neuseeland erweitern möchte, oder ein neuseeländisches Unternehmen, das seine Präsenz in Deutschland auf- oder ausbauen möchte. Setzen Sie sichmit unseren Fachleuten hier bei der GNZCC in Verbindung. Wir helfen Ihnen gern!
Jim Bibby | President, German-New Zealand Chamber of Commerce Inc.
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THE GNZCC 40TH ANNIVERSARY
Looking back on 39 years
2023
will mark a very special milestone for the German-New Zealand Chamber of Commerce; Forty years of connecting German and New Zealand trade. The German Trade Office was opened in September 1980, with a total of 78 foundation members, however, the official Day of Incorporation for the chamber was the 4th of August 1983. Over the past 4 decades, we have been fortunate enough to welcome numerous political delegations from the German Bundestag, including German Chancellor Helmut Kohl in 1997, a visit from German President Johannes Rau in 2001, and of course the most famous visit of German Chancellor Angela Merkel in 2014. We are excited for 2023 and the years to come, to continue our promise to you to advise, support and represent our members, to create trade opportunities between Germany and New Zealand. We will be hosting a gala dinner in 2023, so watch this space. ●
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7 Main image: Former German Chancellor Angela Merkel addresses members of the GNZCC during her visit to NZ in 2014 1. Leaders of the AHK’s at the AHK World Conference 2012 in Berlin 2. Members of the Executive Board of the GNZCC 2015/2016 3. International trade display Michael Barnett with Geoffrey Palmer 4. Former German Chancellor Helmut Kohl visits David Hope Cross at NZGBA 5. Former Chancellor Angela Merkel with our CEO Monique Surges 6. Monique Surges at our German Pavilion and EMEX in 2010 7. GNZCC staff (former & current) at the chamber Oktoberfest
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GERMAN AMBASSADOR
Reporting from Wellington, NZ
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ood day, kia ora, guten Tag. It is with immense pleasure that I address you, as the newly arrived German Ambassador to New Zealand, coming from Boston where I have been Consul General. This is my first time in Aotearoa, but even before arriving here, I was positively surprised by the great reputation and goodwill New Zealand and its people enjoy in Germany - an excellent base to build on. The first impressions? After flying literally half way around the globe, things do look deceptively ‘European’. One of the charms of the coming years for me will lie in discovering the unique character and the distinctive features of Aotearoa, the largest of the Pacific islands, and finding out about and constructively working with the commonalities, as well as the stimulating differences. The Indo-Pacific region is becoming increasingly important for Germany and Europe, and New Zealand forms an integral part of it – more than any other country, it is deeply connected into the region, not least through its many, sometimes
pioneering free trade agreements. In terms of bilateral trade, Germany continues to be New Zealand’s biggest partner in Europe (including the UK) and the recently concluded Free Trade Agreement between New Zealand and the EU, once it has entered into force, will offer more opportunities to expand commercial links. Together with my European colleagues, I consider it an important task of ours to inform businesses and the public, both in New Zealand and in Germany, about the potential of this accord. 2022 was supposed to be the year in which the COVID pandemic would end, and life would return to a degree of normality. As for COVID, this hope has not been disappointed, with borders reopening, countries reconnecting, and personal meetings replacing virtual encounters. We are keenly looking forward to welcoming back business delegations and market exploration missions from Germany, as well as seeing business people, trade fair visitors and investors from New Zealand travelling to Germany. But as the year 2022 also became
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a watershed in political terms, with the brutal and unwarranted invasion of Ukraine by Russia, with its severe political and equally economic fallout worldwide. Food prices are rising, as are energy prices. Inflation is on the rise both in Germany and in New Zealand. The coming European winter will certainly represent a major challenge, and experts expect an economic recession for Germany. However, at the same time, one must not underestimate the readiness of the population to accept hardships, faced with a struggle, which calls into question our fundamental values and a peaceful world order. We have been cruelly reminded that not everyone shares our vision of a rules-based international order, rule of law and respect for human rights. This makes it all the more important for countries sharing the same values, like New Zealand and Germany, to coordinate our efforts even better, be it politically or in the economic arena. A field of cooperation where New Zealand and Germany should intensify their cooperation even further and where they stand to benefit from each other, is climate change. The past year, with its weather extremes and natural disasters, has made it abundantly clear that worldwide efforts need to be substantially increased. Both countries have recently established an energy dialogue, facilitated by the GNZCC, and are exploring cooperation in green hydrogen research – with a joint research laboratory soon to be inaugurated in Dunedin. The area of renewable energy, reduction in energy and resource consumption, as well as mitigation of the effects of climate change, is one where German research institutions and companies have much to offer. I am keenly looking forward to my time in New Zealand and hope to meet with many of you and to learn from you. ● Nicole Menzenbach, Ambassador I Botschafter German Embassy Wellington I Deutsche Botschaft Wellington
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NEW ZEALAND AMBASSADOR
Reporting from Berlin, Germany
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write this, having arrived in Germany just under four months ago. I am enjoying Berlin immensely – the history, its multi-cultural and international vibe – and its own view of ‘cool’ – which I am not! It is a privilege to be living in this great city. The many complex global challenges such as COVID, climate change, and conflict, including the war in Ukraine, feel very close here in Berlin. This has led to consequential challenges of connectivity and supply chain disruption, a food and energy crisis, cost of living and high inflation, and labour shortages. In Germany, the Post-Merkel era is now well established. The new ‘traffic-light’ coalition Government led by Chancellor Scholz has had to grapple with serious and immediate challenges or, as many say, crises. The Government has had to make major policy decisions on political and economic fronts - the war in Ukraine, energy security, EU solidarity, and the cost of living. Moreover, German business is facing its largest challenge in decades to its competitiveness, due to the need to re-orientate its energy needs and supply, address a sanctionedbased relationship with Russia, labour and
skills shortages, the changing nature of work, and the uncertainties in its economic relationship with China. Like New Zealand, economic resilience, diversification, and mitigating business vulnerabilities are all sharply in focus. In these uncertain times, having good and reliable friends, and protecting international rules and norms, has never been more important. In my view, these complex times can only drive Germany and New Zealand closer, based on shared interests and values. I cannot claim any credit for this, but the conclusion of the New Zealand-European Union Free Trade Agreement (NZ/EU FTA) has been a tremendous highlight. It is an incredibility important milestone for New Zealand’s relationship with Europe. We have more work to do to sign and ratify the agreement in 2023, but we now have the platform to grow our economic relationship. Our focus, working with New Zealand and German business, will be to get the most out of this new partnership – as well as the respective market access openings, the sections in the FTA on sustainability, gender, indigenous issues, and offer future opportunities.
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It is pleasing to see that borders are now fully open again. While we have become used to virtual tools to keep in touch, there is nothing like face-to-face contact. We are focusing on a reconnecting agenda – in trade, tourism, education, cultural and people-to-people links. It is great to see the early and diverse seeds of the reactivation of connections happening between Germany and New Zealand. In June, we welcomed Energy Minister Woods in Berlin, to talk on energy and innovation, and Germany’s legendary trade fairs are returning. In this, the New Zealand-Germany Chamber of Commerce will remain at the core of the two countries commercial and business ties that connect our two countries. I am an optimist. Therefore, despite the global challenges, the spirit of ‘reconnection and return,’ perhaps to a ‘new normal,’ are about future opportunity. With my team in Berlin, I am determined to present the best of New Zealand here, and to support all efforts to ensure the New Zealand-Germany relationship continues to thrive. ● Craig J Hawke, Ambassador | Botschafter New Zealand Embassy Berlin | Botschaft von Neuseeland Berlin | Te Aka Aorere
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DESTINATION GERMANY
Germany, the logical location
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REXIT feels like old news, but it is only now that the implications for New Zealand exporters are becoming clear. Naturally Kiwis feel a strong kinship with the United Kingdom, with many of us proudly proclaiming our British ancestry or having fond memories of an O.E, sharing a dingy London flat with a troop of other Kiwi expats. But do those ties make the UK the logical location for your business in a post-Brexit Europe? British firms clearly demonstrated the lure of Germany, with an increase of 38 percent in the number of UK firms moving their operations to Germany in 2018 alone. With such a substantial number of businesses shifting location from the United Kingdom to Germany, one must assume it isn’t solely due to the culinary delights of sauerkraut, beer, and sausages. The German economy is characterised by a high degree of foreign exposure through exports and imports. Indeed, it represents one of the most significant countries globally, in regard to world-wide trade. Germany is the largest market in Europe, constituting 25 percent of Europe’s total GDP (3.4 trillion Euros) and is home to 19 percent of the total EU population. Germany is Europe’s geographic beating heart, purchasing power is high and the legal framework is solid. On top of that, you also have the strong industrial base. What is more, Germany’s new government led by Chancellor Olaf Scholz has pledged to invest massively in areas such as
COUNTRY COMPARISON - GERMANY VS UNITED KINGDOM GERMANY Government
UNITED KINGDOM
Annual GDP [+]
2021
$4,225,924
$3,186,860
2021
Annual GDP [+]
GDP per Capita [+]
2021
$50,795
$47,547
2021
GDP per Capita [+]
Debt ($M) [+]
2021
$2,966,846
$3,039,338
2021
Debt ($M) [+]
Debt (% GDP) [+]
2021
69.30%
95.35%
2021
Debt (% GDP) [+]
Debt per Capita [+]
2021
$35,643
$45,346
2021
Debt per Capita [+]
Deficit ($M) [+]
2021
-156,763
-254,542
2021
Deficit ($M) [+]
Deficit (% GDP) [+]
2021
-3.70%
-7.99%
2021
Deficit (% GDP) [+]
Expenditure ($M) [+] 2021
$2,175,581.2
$1,430,403.2
2021 Expenditure ($M) [+]
Source: https://countryeconomy.com/countries/compare/germany/uk
digitalization, energy, and e-mobility, so it is quite an interesting time for companies to consider Germany.
WHAT MAKES GERMANY SO ATTRACTIVE?
■ Germany is a member of the European
single market, which has over 500 million consumers and a GDP of EUR 15 trillion, making it one of the largest economies worldwide.
■ Following Brexit, goods, services, and
data no longer move as freely between the UK and the EU, making Germany an attractive location to set up. ■ Companies still need a legal presence in the EU, which has driven many UK based firms to relocate their presence to Germany. ■ Having a base in Germany can reduce the level of bureaucracy and red tape, as well as speeding up the sales process and delivery time scale.
9 A German base, staffed with EU workers who have a thorough knowledge of the local market and trading conditions gives a competitive edge to businesses that chose to set up there rather than the traditional base in the UK. ■ NZ-EU Free Trade Agreement: The recently negotiated FTA will provide dutyfree access on 97 percent of New Zealand’s existing goods trade to the EU at full implementation. As a member of the EU, Germany benefits from the substantial number of free trade agreements between the EU member states and other countries, simplifying trade on a global scale. ■ Location, location, location! Germany shares borders with every major economy in Europe. With excellent infrastructure and transportation links, Germany is easily accessible to all corners of the EU by suppliers, customers, and investors alike. A base in Germany provides a natural springboard to further growth and expansion into EU markets. ■ Free movement: As a member of the single market, Germany benefits from the free movement of goods, services, people, and money all over the EU. This not only makes trade simpler, but also ensures that businesses have a huge workforce pool. ■ Trade fairs: Germany dominates the global trade fair scene and an enormous volume of trade in Germany is conducted at trade fairs there. ■ Infrastructure: According to the 2018 Logistics Performance Index, Germany had the best logistics infrastructure worldwide able to efficiently transport goods both within and across its borders. Estimates suggest that Germany alone represents 25-30 percent of the EU logistics market. ■
All these points make for compelling reasons to make Germany front of mind when considering your Europe strategy, but what about start-ups? There’s good news on that front as well. Germany’s economic ministry
START-UP HEADQUARTERS LOCATION BY STATE 2021
Schleswig-Holstein
Mecklenburg-West Pomerania Hamburg
Bremen Niedersachsen North Rhine-Westphalia
Berlin Brandenburg
Saxony-Anhalt Saxony Hessen
Thuringia
Rhineland-Palatinate Saarland
Bavaria Baden-Württemberg
Scale in % Source: Deutsher Startup Monitor 2021
has drawn up plans to foster the start-up scene in Europe’s largest economy with a batch of measures including an injection of public funds and steps to prod pension funds to invest in venture capital. Together with private investors, the government wants to mobilise up to 30 billion euros in private and public capital for Germany as a VC location, the ministry added in the draft plan. Germany has a dynamic cluster-based ecosystem of start-ups, with more than 70,000 start-ups in highly specialised sectors already calling Germany home.
■ The GNZCC works closely with Germany Trade & Invest to help NZ companies establish a branch in Germany. Contact Erin Daly at the German chamber for further information and assistance in setting up your subsidiary or in exhibiting at trade shows in Germany. For those wanting to find distributors or partners or research such as a competitor analysis, the GNZCC also offers market entry services tailored to your needs. Please contact Iris Heinz. ● Sources: GTAI, MFAT, NZTE, Reuters
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MÖGLICHKEITEN IN AOTEAROA
Warum ist Neuseeland so lukrativ?
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STRATEGISCHER STANDORT
Dank seiner strategischen Lage im Südpazifik und einem hervorragenden Zugang zu den lukrativen Märkten in Ost- und Südostasien gilt Neuseeland als sehr gefragter Handelspartner. Neuseeland war das erste Industrieland,
das ein Freihandelsabkommen mit China unterzeichnet hat und unterhält seit 1983 mit dem Closer Economic Relationship (CER) ein Freihandelsabkommen mit Australien. Aufgrund ihres erfolgreichen Brandings als sauber, grün und natürlich werden neuseeländische Produkte als hochwertig und vertrauenswürdig wahrgenommen. Als Inselstaat ist man in hohem Maße von einem schnellen und produktiven, grenzüberschreitenden Handel abhängig. Besonders effizient sind daher die bürokratischen Prozesse für Ein-
zugesagt – ein Jahrzehnt des Wandels für Auckland, in dem die kritischen Fragen der Verkehrsüberlastung, der Bezahlbarkeit von Wohnraum und des Umweltschutzes angegangen werden. Bedarf zur Aufrüstung gibt es auch in den Sektoren wie Gesundheit und Transport, welche hinter anderen OECD-Ländern zurückbleiben. Die Nutzung öffentlicher Verkehrsmittel wird voraussichtlich erheblich zunehmen, und auch die Gütertonnage wird Projektionen zufolge um 54 Prozent steigen, und zwar für alle Verkehrsträger (Straße, Schiene und
„ Durch das Freihandelsabkommen zwischen Neuseeland und der EU soll der bilaterale Handel um 30 Prozent steigen und einen zollfreien Zugang für 97 Prozent des bestehenden Warenhandels bieten.” und Ausfuhr. Sowohl Hersteller als auch Verbraucher, besonders in den asiatischen Märkten, haben ein starkes Bewusstsein für Neuseeland als sicheren und zuverlässigen Lieferanten von Inhaltsstoffen und Produkten. Neuseeland bietet die ideale Plattform, um strategische Märkte leicht zu erreichen.
BAUWESEN & INFRASTRUKTUR
Die Bauindustrie trägt mehr als 9 Milliarden Euro zum Bruttoinlandsprodukt bei und wächst, unterstützt durch Investitionen in Wohn-, Transport- und institutionelle Projekte sowie erneuerbare Energien. Allein in Auckland hat der Stadtrat für den Zeitraum von 2018 bis 2028 Investitionen in Höhe von mehr als 26 Milliarden Dollar
Küstenschifffahrt). Dieser Nachfrage muss jedoch mit entsprechenden Investitionen entgegnet werden, welche derzeit nur rund 3,5 Millionen Euro im Jahr ausmachen. Dagegen gibt es 2022 ein Budget von 8.7 Milliarden Euro in dem Gesundheitssektor als Reaktion auf eine wachsende und alternde Bevölkerung, Inflation, Lohn- und Preisdruck sowie Veränderungen in der Gesundheitstechnologie und der klinischen Praxis.
SAUBERE ENERGIE
Aktuell werden mehr als 80 Prozent des neuseeländischen Stroms durch erneuerbare Energien erzeugt. Bis 2050 soll Kohlenstoffneutralität erreicht werden. Hierfür bieten neben der Landwirtschaft viele
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euseeland bietet deutschen Unternehmen einen wohlhabenden, hochentwickelten Markt mit einem sehr transparenten und offenen Geschäftsumfeld und stabilen demokratischen System. Neuseeland nimmt in Bezug auf Ehrlichkeit und Integrität im Geschäftsleben durchweg einen Spitzenplatz ein, Eigenschaften, die die Marktgröße von mehr als fünf Millionen Einwohnern ausgleichen. Das Land ist zudem nicht nur für seine atemberaubende Natur und kulturelle Vielfalt bekannt, sondern auch für den sozialen Fortschritt, sowie die Vorreiterrolle im Bereich Umweltschutz. Das wirtschaftliche Fundament ist der Agrarsektor. Milchprodukte sind das wichtigste Exportgut – von Juni 2021 bis Juni 2022 beliefen sich die neuseeländischen JahresMilchexporte auf rund 10,98 Milliarden Euro. Neuseeland verfügt außerdem über eine starke Rohstoff- und Tourismusindustrie sowie einen schnell wachsenden Produktionsund Technologiesektor. Durch das Freihandelsabkommen zwischen Neuseeland und der EU soll der bilaterale Handel um 30 Prozent steigen und einen zollfreien Zugang für 97 Prozent des bestehenden Warenhandels bieten.
11 andere Sektoren Chancen für ausländische Investitionen. Im Transportwesen besteht Bedarf an allen Arten von Elektround Hybridfahrzeugen sowie einer entsprechenden Infrastruktur. Die Regierung hat sich zum Ziel gesetzt, die Anzahl der Elektrofahrzeuge im Land von nun an jedes Jahr zu verdoppeln und die Flotten der Regierung und des öffentlichen Verkehrs zu elektrifizieren. Zudem besteht der Wunsch, Prozesswärme zu elektrifizieren, die ein Viertel der energiebezogenen Emissionen des Landes ausmacht. Weitere Investitionen werden in der Stromerzeugung aus erneuerbaren Energien und der Speicherung von Strom in Trockenjahren vorgenommen, wobei ein geplantes 2,4 Milliarden Euro Pumpenwasserprojekt untersucht wird. Der Bausektor trägt wesentlich zum Ausstoß von Treibhausgasemissionen bei. Daher werden besonders der Wohnungsbau und gebäudebezogene Renovierungen, als Teil des Regierungsplans bis 2050 CO2Emissionen auf null zu reduzieren, stark gefördert. Unter anderem können die Heizkosten durch neue Dämmstandards um 40 Prozent gesenkt werden.
LANDWIRTSCHAFT & PRIMÄRINDUSTRIE
Neuseeland ist einzigartig unter den entwickelten Volkswirtschaften der Welt; mehr als 70 Prozent der Exporte bestehen aus land- und forstwirtschaftlichen Produkten, wobei die globale Nachfrage weiter steigt. Trotz ihrer räumlichen Distanz zu großen Märkten haben es Neuseelands Agrarbetriebe geschafft, die Lage des Landes zu ihrem Vorteil zu nutzen. Durch das gemäßigte Klima, fehlende Tier- und Pflanzenkrankheiten sowie Investitionen in die Forschung im Bereich des Farmmanagements war das Land in der Lage, Produzenten auf fast allen Märkten zu übertreffen. Trotz des bestehenden Vorteils in der Landwirtschaft ist Neuseeland ständig bemüht, sich weiter zu verbessern, insbesondere in der Milchwirtschaft. Allein die Exporte von Milchprodukten sind in den letzten 30 Jahren von 1,2 Milliarden Euro auf 12 Milliarden Euro gestiegen.
Der Landwirtschaftssektor ist der größte kohlenstoffemittierende Sektor Neuseelands. Er gilt zwar bereits als effizient, weitere Investitionen sollen den Kohlenstoffausstoß dennoch weiter reduzieren.
WACHSENDER TECHNOLOGIESEKTOR
Technologie ist der zweitgrößte Exportbereich Neuseelands wächst schneller als je zuvor. Der Technologiesektor ist auf dem besten Weg, bis 2030 die größte Exportindustrie des Landes mit einem Wert von 9,7 Milliarden Euro zu werden. Um das Wachstum zu fördern werden 1/3 des Budgets für Forschung und Entwicklung in den Tech-Sektor investiert. Um die Landwirtschaft zu unterstützen, hat das Land einen hochentwickelten AgritechSektor etabliert, welcher erhebliche F&E- und Regierungsinvestitionen von insgesamt mehr als 60 Millionen Euro erhält. Weitere Stärken finden sich in Bereichen wie Fintech, Medizin, IT und Cleantech. Der Tech-Sektor hat dem wirtschaftlichen Abschwung, ausgelöst durch die Covid-19-Pandemie, mit enormen Umsatzsteigerungen, unerwartetem Wachstum und Investitionen getrotzt und ist enorm wichtig für die Diversifizierung der Exporte des Landes.
REGULIERUNG & MARKT
Durch seine Transparenz und Unternehmerfreundlichkeit konnte sich Neuseeland global als wichtiger Wirtschaftsstandort und Handelspartner positionieren. Laut Weltbank stand Neuseeland im „Ease of Business Ranking“ für 2019 und 2020 auf dem ersten Platz. Bereits das dreizehnte Jahr in Folge belegt Neuseeland den ersten Platz in der Kategorie „Ease of starting a business“ zur Bewertung von Unternehmensgründungen, als 2021 angekündigt wurde, dass es dieses Rating zukünftig nicht mehr geben soll. Ein weiterer starker Bereich ist das „Getting Credit“ Rating. Die Nation ist sicher und stabil. Laut dem World Economic Forum erreichte Neuseeland 2019 den ersten Platz von 141 Ländern im Bereich makroökonomische Stabilität. Außerdem ist der Inselstaat weltweit führend in Sachen Korruptionstransparenz und bietet 8 Milliarden Euro an aktiven Investitionsmöglichkeiten. Neuseeland ist der ideale Testmarkt für neue Produkte und Prototypen und wurde historisch als „Versuchskaninchen“-Markt für neuartige Technologien (mitunter für Microsoft, Facebook, Yahoo und andere) genutzt. ●
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FREE TRADE AGREEMENT EU-NZ
David strikes a deal with Goliath second world war – Die Hungerjahren, or the hunger years. (Jeff McNeil, Stuff, 06.07.22) The benefits, therefore, are largely for our other sectors, and this is their chance to crack the lucrative EU market. Europe has been New Zealand’s largest non-FTA trade partner, meaning NZ has historically been at a disadvantage against its trade competitors in the world’s third largest market. It is not just exporters that stand to make big gains in a market of 500 million
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consumers. New Zealand will directly benefit from greater access to innovative technologies, cheaper goods, and foreign direct investment from Europe. The European Union operates as a single market made up of 27 countries. This market accounts for around 15 percent of the world’s total trade in goods. The total value of all goods and services produced (gross domestic product or GDP) in the EU in 2019, when the UK was still part of the EU, was 16.4 trillion EUR (26.29 trillion NZD).
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our years and twelve rounds of negotiations, between a global pandemic, and the Russian invasion of Ukraine, New Zealand finally heard the three sweetest words: Free Trade Agreement (FTA). While the dissenters loudly dismiss the EU-NZ FTA, arguing that it does not go far enough for our meat and dairy industries, they disregard the fact that EU agricultural policy was shaped by food insecurity following the end of both the first and
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DO NOT PUT ALL YOUR (TRADE) EGGS IN ONE BASKET: A SHORT LESSON IN GEOPOLITICS
Why do we need another FTA? New Zealand recently got a sharp reminder in the dangers of relying too strongly on one trade partner alone. We bore witness as our neighbour and closest ally, Australia, accrued losses worth around 47.7 billion AUD (53.4 billion NZD) through sanctions in 2021, following their call for an investigation into the origins of Covid-19 in China. New Zealand has long been dancing around using the word ‘genocide’ to describe China’s treatment of its Uyghur population. More recently we have watched China’s power play in the Pacific. With a crucial 28% of our total exports going to China, we are in an awkward ethical position and highly vulnerable to any sanctions or retaliation. Now is the time to diversify our trade to other markets with like-minded partners.
WORKING HARD OR HARDLY WORKING – PRODUCTIVITY AND FREE TRADE
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NZ has long had an issue with productivity. Despite the lack of corruption, and consistently being voted number one for ease of doing business globally, NZ has lagged far behind other OECD countries. That matters, as productivity is a crucial factor in improving our standard of living. Trade improves productivity in three important ways. First, imports expose domestic firms to greater competitive pressure, while giving them access to more and better inputs. Second, exporters increase productivity by learning from overseas customers and through exposure to competition from foreign producers. Third, alongside productivity gains within firms, trade fosters reallocation of resources between firms, toward the most productive. (JaeBin Anh, Romain Duval, How Trade with China Boosts Productivity, May 2017)
WHICH SECTORS WILL SEE THE BIGGEST ADVANTAGES ■ Horticulture: tariff savings of 46 million NZD per annum ■ Wine: savings of 5.5 million NZD from removal of tariffs
per annum
■ Honey: tariff savings of 3.5 million NZD per annum for
ma-nuka and 1.9 million NZD on other honey varietals per annum ■ Seafood: tariff savings of 19.6 million NZD per annum
NZ EXPORTERS – PARTNER WITH THE GNZCC
The GNZCC is your partner for successfully entering the EU market via Germany. With the largest economy, strategic central location and strong ties to New Zealand, Germany is the logical first choice for New Zealanders looking to conquer the EU market. The GNZCC, the official representation of all German industry and Trade in NZ, are the acknowledged experts on the German market and can help you navigate the pitfalls and business culture barriers. Members of the GNZCC benefit from access to key information, networking opportunities, and tailored workshops designed to help you enter the market. With our range of market entry support services, we can help you identify your strategic opportunities, find distributors and partners, establish a local subsidiary, or help you to exhibit on the ‘world stage’ of Germany’s trade fair scene. Book a free consultation with the GNZCC to explore your opportunities. You can benefit from the GNZCCs business network by completing a short form on our website https://neuseeland.ahk.de/en/members. ●
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■ For the full Free Trade Agreement benefits, please visit:
www.germantrade.co.nz
Sources: https://www.stuff.co.nz/business/farming/opinion/300629749/eu-freetradeagreement-it-was-never-about-the-money-or-greener-grass; https://blogs.imf.org/2017/05/24/how-trade-with-china-boosts-productivity/; NZ-EU FTA Key Highlights 30 June COB NZT (beehive.govt.nz); The EU-New Zealand agreement explained (europa.eu); Key elements of the EU-New Zealand trade agreement (europa.eu)
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FREIHANDELSABKOMMEN
EU und Neuseeland finalisieren Freihandelsabkommen
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ie Verhandlungen über ein Freihandelsabkommen zwischen der EU und Neuseeland wurden nach vier Jahren, am 30. Juni 2022, erfolgreich abgeschlossen. Bevor das Freihandelsabkommen vollständig in Kraft treten kann, muss den formalen Rechtstexten zugestimmt werden. Anschließend werden die Texte durch den Rat der EU unterzeichnet und ratifiziert. Auch wenn der Parlamentarische Gruppenleiter der EU beim Septemberbesuch in Neuseeland andeutete, alles bis Mitte 2023 abzuwickeln, könnten diese Arbeitsabläufe noch einige Jahre in Anspruch nehmen.
Das Handelsabkommen zwischen der EU und Neuseeland integriert erstmalig den neuen Ansatz der EU für Handel und nachhaltige Entwicklung durch Förderung eines grünen und gerechten Wachstums. Zum ersten Mal sind in einem EU-Handelsabkommen ein separates Kapitel über nachhaltige Lebensmittelsysteme, Artikel zur Gleichstellung der Geschlechter und eine spezielle Bestimmung über die Reform von Subventionen für fossile Brennstoffe enthalten. Mit dem Abkommen werden bei Inkrafttreten auch grüne Waren und Dienstleistungen liberalisiert.
„ Die EU ist der drittgrößte Handelspartner Neuseelands. Der bilaterale Warenhandel zwischen der EU und Neuseeland ist in den letzten Jahren stetig gewachsen (2021 fast 7,8 Milliarden Euro).” WENIGER ZÖLLE, MEHR NACHHALTIGKEIT
Im Zusammenhang mit den Verhandlungen über das Handelsabkommen wurde im Auftrag der Europäischen Kommission eine unabhängige Studie, das sogenannte Sustainability Impact Assessment (SIA), erstellt. Diese soll die wirtschaftlichen, sozialen und ökologischen Auswirkungen des zukünftigen Abkommens untersuchen. Die Ergebnisse der Folgeabschätzung wurden in den Vorbereitungen für die Verhandlungen einbezogen und während der Verhandlungen berücksichtigt. Das Abkommen enthält bisher beispiellose Nachhaltigkeitsverpflichtungen, einschließlich der Achtung des Pariser Klimaschutzübereinkommens und der grundlegenden Arbeitnehmerrechte, die durch Handelssanktionen als letztes Mittel durchsetzbar sein werden.
HINTERGRUNDINFORMATION HANDELSABKOMMEN EU-NEUSEELAND
Am 29. Oktober 2015 einigten sich der Präsident des Rates der EU, die Europäische Kommission und die Premierministerin Neuseelands auf den Start der Vorbereitung der Verhandlungen über ein Freihandelsabkommen. Die Diskussion über den Umfang und das Gesamtkonzept der Verhandlungen (“scoping exercise”) wurde am 7. März 2017 beendet. Seit dem 12. Januar 2017 wird das Partnerschaftsabkommen über Beziehungen und Zusammenarbeit (PARC) der EU mit Neuseeland vorläufig angewendet. Das PARC ist die erste politische Rahmenvereinbarung zwischen der EU und Neuseeland. Ziele des Abkommens sind die Stärkung der Partnerschaft zwischen der EU und Neuseeland und die Vertiefung der Zusammenarbeit bei
Fragen von beiderseitigem Interesse, zum Beispiel Wirtschaft, Handel, Wissenschaft und Innovation, Bildung und Kultur, Migration, Terrorismusbekämpfung, Kampf gegen organisierte Kriminalität, Internetkriminalität und Justiz.
AUSWIRKUNGEN AUF BILATERALEN HANDEL UND ZÖLLE – STIMULUS FÜR DEUTSCHE EXPORTEURE
Die EU ist der drittgrößte Handelspartner Neuseelands. Der bilaterale Warenhandel zwischen der EU und Neuseeland ist in den letzten Jahren stetig gewachsen (2021 fast 7,8 Milliarden Euro). Durch die sofortige Abschaffung des Großteils der Zölle sollen europäische Unternehmen jährlich Zölle in Höhe von mehr als 140 Millionen Euro einsparen können. Dank dieses Abkommens dürfte der bilaterale Handel um bis zu 30 Prozent zunehmen, wobei die jährlichen Ausfuhren der EU um bis zu 4,5 Milliarden Euro steigen könnten. Die EU-Investitionen in Neuseeland könnten um bis zu 80 Prozent steigen. Mit Inkrafttreten des Abkommens werden die Zölle auf Warenausfuhren der EU nach Neuseeland aufgehoben. So wird Neuseeland bisher geltende hohe Zölle auf gewerbliche Waren und Lebensmittel abschaffen, wie zum Beispiel: ■ Kraftfahrzeuge und Kraftfahrzeugteile ■ Maschinen ■ Chemikalien ■ Bekleidung, Textilien und Schuhe ■ Pharmazeutika ■ Lebensmittel (Schweinefleisch, Wein und Schaumwein, Süßwaren) Im Gegenzug werden EU-Zölle auf die meisten neuseeländischen Waren abgeschafft oder erheblich gesenkt. Für sensible Produkte sind Zollkontingente vorgesehen. ● Quellen: Handelsabkommen mit Neuseeland: Wichtiger EUPartner im indopazifischen Raum (europa.eu)
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PROJEKTE DER AHK NEUSEELAND
Weltweit vor Ort
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nter dem Motto „Weltweit vor Ort“ unterstützt die Repräsentanz der deutschen Wirtschaft in Neuseeland deutsche kleine und mittlere Unternehmen (KMU) verschiedenster Industriebereiche bei der Erschließung des neuseeländischen Marktes, sowohl durch ein großes Spektrum an Basisund Spezialdienstleistungen als auch im Rahmen von Förderprogrammen mit industriefokussierten Projekten. 2022 freuen wir uns, im Rahmen von drei öffentlich geförderten Programmen, Geschäftsanbahnungsreisen in den Bereichen ziviler Sicherheitstechnologien sowie erneuerbarer Energien anbieten zu können. Die Projekte werden in digitaler als auch in analoger Form angeboten und richten sich hauptsächlich an deutsche KMU. Der zivile Sicherheitssektor in Neuseeland bietet deutschen Anbietern ein breites
Spektrum an Marktchancen in verschiedenen Bereichen. Darunter zählen unter anderem der Personenund Frachtverkehr, Gebäude- und Veranstaltungsschutz, die Informationssicherheit oder der Bereich des Katastrophenschutzes, der unter anderem die Vorhersage von Naturkatastrophen wie Erdbeben, Überflutungen und Vulkanausbrüchen beinhaltet. Neuseeland gilt zwar global als Vorreiter in der Erzeugung und Nutzung von erneuerbaren Energien, hat allerdings im Bereich der Energieeffizienz in Gebäuden und der Industrie großen Nachholbedarf. Bereits seit mehr als 15 Jahren nehmen wir an der vom Bundesministerium für Wirtschaft und Klimaschutz (BMWK) geförderten Exportinitiative Energie teil. In diesem Jahr konzentriert sich die Exportinitiative auf deutsche Anbieter von Technologien und Produkten im Bereich Energieeffizienz in Gebäuden. Die virtuelle
FLEET’S AHEAD
Geschäftsreise wird im November mit einer bilateralen, virtuellen Konferenz beginnen, gefolgt von Workshops und B2B Meetings für die teilnehmenden deutschen Unternehmen. Ein zweites Projekt – ebenfalls im Bereich Energieeffizienz Gebäuden – thematisiert die Sanierung. In Zusammenarbeit mit der Building Research Association of New Zealand (BRANZ) wird ein Konsortium aus deutschen Unternehmen formiert, die ein altes, energie-ineffizientes Haus mit Hilfe von deutschen Technologien und Produkten schlüsselfertig zu Passivhausstandards renovieren werden. Dabei werden diese deutschen Technologien öffentlichen und privaten Bauträgern aus dem Netzwerk der AHK vorgestellt. Aber auch die Lebensmittel- und Landtechniksektoren haben in diesem Jahr bereits eine große Rolle in der Arbeit der AHK gespielt. Neuseeland ist weltweit bekannt für seine hochwertigen und innovativen Produkte aus dem Lebensmittel- und Landwirtschaftssektor. Deutsche Produkte sind zur Unterstützung des Anbaus und der Verarbeitung gefragt. Einige sehr erfolgreiche Veranstaltungen mit der German Export Association for Food and Agriproducts GEFA e. V., dem Verband Deutscher Maschinen- und Anlagenbau e. V. (VDMA) oder der German Sweets e. V. zeigen das ungebrochene Interesse Neuseelands an deutschen Lebensmitteln, Produkten und Technologien. Die AHK plant in Zusammenarbeit mit ihren Partnern weitere Veranstaltungen sowie Messebeteiligungen für die Jahre 2023 und 2024. Aber nicht nur Neuseeland bietet deutschen Unternehmen lukrative Marktchancen. Vielversprechendes Marktpotenzial für deutsche KMU ergibt sich auch auf den pazifischen Inseln. Die AHK Neuseeland plant derzeit in den Bereichen Energienachhaltigkeit und -speicherung, sowie im Ausbildungssektor eine Reihe von Initiativen und Projekten ab 2023. Hier kann man nur sagen „Watch this space“! ●
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Imports and exports recovering post COVID-19 pandemic NZ TRADE WITH GERMANY IN TOTAL GOODS AND SERVICES Trade with Germany in total goods and services
5
$ (Billion)
4
$ (Billion)
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TRADE IN NUMBERS
3
2
1
0 2015
2016
2017
2018
Exports
2019
2020
2021
2022
Imports
Exports to Germany (FOB)
Imports from Germany (CIF)
Source: Statistics NZ
GNZCC MEMBERSHIP STATISTICS
Membership grows year on year 300 250
266
263
263
237
230
227
296
287
200 150 100 50
23
18
32
29
31
24
41 15
24
21
33
36
42 18
31
0 2015
2016
2017
Total members
2018
2019
New members
2020
Resignations
2021
2022
22
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Germany lands in 7th place in trade rankings COMPARISONS Description
TWO WAY TRADE RANKINGS FOR XNEW ZEALAND 2021/2022
NZL
AUS
DEU
GDP (current US$ Billion) ‘21
249.99
1,542,7
4,223,1
GDP Growth (annual %) ‘21
4.6%
1.5%
2.9%
1
$38.50
Peoples Republic of China
45,340
56,760
51,040
2
$24.85
Australia
Inflation (annual %) ‘21
3.9%
2.9%
3.1%
3
$20.69
United States of America
Tax revenue (%of GDP) ‘20
27.5%
22.6%
10.7%
4
$9.15
Japan
Export of Goods and Services (%GDP) ‘20
21.9%
24.%
43.4%
5
$4.48
Singapore
Import of Goods and Services (%GDP) ‘20
22.3%
20.1%
37.7%
6
$6.52
Korea, Republic of
CO2 Emissions (metric tons per capita) ‘19
6.8
15.2
7.9
7
$4.68
Germany*
Population ‘21
5.12M
25.74M
83.13M
8
$4.61
United Kingdom
Population growth (annual %) ‘21
0.6%
0.2%
-0.0%
9
$4.41
Thailand
19
13
238
10
$3.45
Malaysia
GNI per capita, Atlas method (US$) ‘21
Density (p/km) ‘21
Ranking NZ billions
Country
Flag
*Germany has moved down from 6th position | Source: Statistics NZ
Source: World Bank
NEW ZEALAND EXPORTS TO GERMANY BY PRODUCT
NEW ZEALAND IMPORTS FROM GERMANY BY PRODUCT
Year ended June 2022 - top 5 exports
Year ended June 2022 - top 5 imports
Meat and edible ofal
Vehicles
Optical, medical & measuring equipment
Machinery
Dairy
Pharmaceuticals
Albuminoids, starches & glues
Electric machinery & equipment
Travel
Optical, medical & measuring equipment 0
75
150
225
$ (Million)
300
375
0
200
400
600
800
1000
$ (Million) Source: Statistics NZ
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NEW ZEALAND TRADE INTO GERMANY
The German Trade Fair Machine
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he first time the train pulled into NürnbergMesse – Nuremberg Trade fair, I stopped and looked around in awe. As far as the eye could see, huge glass structures dominated the landscape. Once inside, I did another double take. The lobby alone was bigger than Auckland’s ASB show grounds. Busses ferried visitors from one hall to another. Thousands of suit-clad visitors clutched floor plans, navigating their way to their next meeting. Film crews were busy interviewing expert speakers. Two shows were running simultaneously; Fensterbau Frontale, and Holzhandwerk, allowing visitors to connect at both the world leading trade show for windows, doors, and facades, as well as the hugely popular fair for machine technology, equipment, and supplies for the wood crafts. A week later, and the sounds of heavy machinery and smell of sawdust was replaced by an explosion of colours and
tastes at the world’s leading trade show for organic products Biofach and Vivaness, the key show to visit for natural beauty products. The transformation was so startling, and so complete, I marvelled at the sheer workforce, expertise, and coordination behind the scenes. Over the next few weeks, I walked through enormous hall after hall, and soon sported several large blisters. (Pro tip –extremely comfortable shoes are a must when visiting a German trade show). This was my first introduction to the multi-billion Euro a year engine that is the German trade fair. In 1150 AD as the black death ravaged Europe, the world’s first trade fair quietly emerged in the city of Frankfurt. At the crossroads of Europe, merchants came to trade cloth, spices, wine, and agricultural products. With close to one thousand years of history, trade fairs are now an intrinsic part of German business culture, and a vital
component to one’s market entry strategy. Whether you wish to focus on Germany or look at multiple European and/or global markets, German trade fairs are the intermediary between producers and buyers, where the international community of your industry sector meets.
FUNCTIONS OF TRADE FAIRS ■ Attracting
new customers, strengthening relationships with regular customers ■ Increase brand awareness ■ Improving the image of companies and their products ■ Introducing new products or services ■ Establishing new sales channels ■ Concluding business deals ■ Opening up new markets ■ Finding venture partners ■ Securing new employees ■ Market research – competitor analysis, trends analysis
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Germany represents both a highly lucrative and notoriously difficult market to enter. Ranking at 106th globally for ease of doing business (compared to NZ in the top 5), exhibiting at the right trade fair, relevant to your sector, can help you accelerate your path to market, meeting infamously difficult to access key purchasers and decision makers at one targeted event.
QUICK FACTS & FIGURES Messe Berlin GmbH
TIME FRAMES ■ 12
months prior to show Exhibitor registration. ■ 6 months prior to show Set up of visitor marketing promotion plans and target lists - do not rely on walk through traffic alone! ■ 3 to 6 months prior to show Stand allocation, exhibitor stand design and ordering of essential stand components and services, airfares and accommodation booked. ■ Last 3 months prior to show: finalise any last stand details, freight logistics booked early in case of ongoing supply chain delays, visitor marketing promotions running.
YOUR PARTNER FOR TRADE FAIRS IN GERMANY
With over 35 years assisting New Zealand, and for specific shows Australian, businesses to exhibit at trade fairs in Germany, the GNZCC is your essential
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World’s oldest documented Trade Fair: Frankfurt Messe, 1150 AD Total hall space across German Trade Fairs: 2.75 million square metres Trade Fair engagement direct spending annually: 12 billion EUR (19.44 billion NZD) Trade Fair organisation jobs created in Germany: 230,000 roles Annual exhibitors at German Trade Fairs: 220,000+ per annum Annual visitors to all German Trade Fairs and exhibitions: 16-17 Million per annum Trade Fair and exhibition organisations in Germany: 100 International Trade Fair organisers in Germany: 40
partner in creating your trade fair strategy, specific to the German market. The GNZCC are the official representatives of Messe Berlin, NürnbergMesse, and Spielwarenmesse and provide pre-show assistance covering all major exhibitions in Germany. We consult closely with you from your initial application, stand design and marketing campaign to setting up
meetings with your target German clients or potential partners, arranging visitor delegations and more. ● Sources: The German trade fair industry: facts, functions, outlook https://acrobat.adobe.com/link/review?uri=urn:aaid:scds:US:21f f17ed-8cec-36e1-8006-3769b9d4fbe3; http://www.revisionist.net/german-fairs.html; https://neuseeland.ahk.de/en/trade-fairs/trade-fair-services
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GNZCC YOUNG PROFESSIONALS
Supporting your younger staff on their professional journey
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s New Zealand grapples with staff shortages in every sector, attracting and retaining your young professionals has never been more important. New Zealand businesses are feeling the cost of the brain drain as a loss of knowhow, increased hiring costs and project delays. The GNZCC Young Professionals group (YPs) can help your company in not only keeping your young stars, but in developing them into your future leaders. Recent graduates and those new to the professional working world have different interests, challenges, and preferences than older generations. Today’s younger generation of workers expect ongoing support, advancement opportunities and ongoing professional development. The GNZCC Young Professionals group will arm your team with the right tools and resources to grow in a highly motivating and inclusive environment. Need more convincing? Here are a few quick reasons to encourage your staff to get involved:
EDUCATION, INTERCULTURAL AWARENESS, LEADERSHIP SKILLS
work environment in order to maximise workplace harmony and productivity. Membership with the GNZCC YPs brings the chance to develop leadership skills – whether speaking at an event, volunteering, or contributing content to the group’s newsletter or website.
MENTORING PROGRAM
The GNZCC YPs are continuously evolving and striving to improve the resources available to its members, and in 2021, we piloted a hugely successful mentoring program, which has now become a key pillar of the group. The program provides a structured one on one relationship between each mentee and their mentor. GNZCC members also have the opportunity to contribute by becoming mentors to our YPs. Mentors are required for their experience as a senior leader or executive, from a range of sectors. These mentors have a strong connection to the GNZCC, through membership of their company.
WHO CAN JOIN?
REPUTATION BUILDING AND PRESTIGE
The GNZCC YPs group helps its young members to create a name for themselves. Membership with the GNZCC YPs builds credibility, signals a commitment to the profession, and assures knowledge of industry trends and developments. Social capital is the most important currency in business, and members of our professional organisations can access it easily and often.
CAMARADERIE, COLLABORATION AND EVENTS
The GNZCC Young Professionals provides a place for sharing challenges and discussing common issues in a collaborative environment. As well as a series of events and workshops aimed at providing career development, the GNZCC YPs also know how to have fun together – whether enjoying a midwinter christmas, catching up at a bar, or joining a German/NZ quiz. ●
Any employees of GNZCC members under 40, interested in expanding their network and perspectives. ■ Check out: https://neuseeland.ahk.de/en/members/gnzcc-young-professionals https://engage.germantrade.co.nz/ypmentorprogramme
Photo by Mimi Thian on Unsplash
Learning doesn’t and shouldn’t end at graduation, but are your staff receiving regular opportunities to increase their skills and knowledge? In the Millennials at Work Report from Udemy, 42 percent of employees said that learning and development is the most important benefit when deciding where to work. As a European network, we strive to provide opportunities to engage with different cultural concepts and points of view. This matters in an increasingly culturally diverse
VISION: “Growing an inspiring network to support your professional journey by connecting with the German-New Zealand business community”
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IMMIGRATION POLICY
New regulations requiring employers to support expats
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he Kiwi border is now open to international talent, with an updated visa scheme for businesses to employ expats and migrants from offshore. What’s not so well known is the government’s new requirements for companies to provide support for visa-holders to get set up here quickly and efficiently.
WHY DOES THE GOVERNMENT WANT BUSINESSES TO PROVIDE RESETTLEMENT SUPPORT?
Getting newcomers off to a good start in New Zealand provides long term benefits for individuals and their employers. As anyone who has relocated to New Zealand knows, a lot lies beneath the surface impressions of beautiful landscapes and friendly people. Take this example: Kiwi English: Kia Ora mate! Thanks for your mahi, don’t forget the do tonight. Bring a plate. Cheers. Translation: Dear colleague. I appreciate the hard work you have done at the office recently. I look forward to seeing you at
the company dinner this evening. I would be grateful if you could bring some food or drink to share with the team. Best regards, your Manager. It takes time and effort to understand how New Zealand works – from the common usage of Māori language (mahi), to social customs (bring a plate), to workplace informality (Cheers) – let alone finding somewhere to live, opening a bank account, and even searching for familiar brands at the supermarket. As the diagram below illustrates, successfully settled expat employees are also high performers. If people are not doing well outside the workplace, they are not going to deliver on their skills and talent.
WHAT ARE THE GOVERNMENT’S RESETTLEMENT REQUIREMENTS?
To recruit international talent under the new Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) scheme, businesses must be accredited by the government. Providing resettlement support, and being able to prove that you have done so, is a mandatory condition of accreditation, as outlined below:
REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS
Source: Immigration NZ
In the workplace
IN THE WORKPLACE
Outside the workplace
HIGH PERFORMER
OUTSIDE THE WORKPLACE
WELL SETTLED
Maximising Potential Main photo by Romain Dancre on Unsplash
Integrating into work Training and support
Integrating into the community
Children integrating at school Partner integrating into work
Building a sense of belonging New Migrant Employee
Home and car, powerr and phone, bank account, IRD number, doctor, dentist etc.
The nuts and bolts of starting out
Partner and children – employment and school
THE NUTS AND BOLTS OF STARTING OUT
You also need to commit to giving your migrant workers specific information about working and living in New Zealand, and community services in their local area. You must tell them about the following: ■ how to get an IRD number ■ industry training and qualification options that apply to them ■ relevant job or industry hazards ■ accommodation options and the cost of living ■ driving and driving license information and public transport options ■ health services ■ Citizens Advice Bureau services ■ relevant community groups You need to complete these settlement activities within a month from the day the migrant starts their employment contract. We will check that you have met your commitments when you renew your accreditation, and we may conduct checks during your accreditation.
HOW CAN BUSINESSES IMPLEMENT THIS?
Setting up in-house systems to compile, deliver and track this information is time consuming. Recognising this, we are now offering a cost-efficient online solution to do the job, The Mobile Relocation AEWV Resettlement Info Portal©. ● ■ WHO WE ARE: Bridget Romanes is of Principal, Mobile Relocation (www.mobilerelocation.com), a member of the GNZCC. Her team of 20 Advisors located throughout New Zealand work with major NZ and international businesses bringing expats into NZ as well as private individuals. Mobile Relocation designs and delivers customized resettlement plans to set newcomers and their families up for success in their new Kiwi lives. To learn more about our services and/or how we can help your business meet the AEWV resettlement information requirements, contact bridget@mobile-relocation.com
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SUSTAINABILITY
What to expect from New Zealand’s Emission Reduction Plan
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n May, Aotearoa New Zealand released its first Emission Reduction Plan (ERP). While the country enshrined its goal of reaching zero emissions by 2050 into law, with the Zero Carbon Act in 2019, the ERP puts on paper the steps it is planning to take to meet its first emissions budget (for the period 2022 to 2025). The document also sets the country’s direction to meet the second (2026 – 2030) and third (2031 – 2035) emissions budgets. New Zealand’s path to a more sustainable future will open opportunities for businesses ready to provide solutions.
Having signed the Green Deal in 2020, Europe is in many regards some steps ahead and European businesses will be able to share the insights they have gained. The ERP programmes on the other hand, will enable New Zealand businesses to catch up and remain competitive by complying with the growing number of the EU’s sustainability regulations.
FIVE PRIORITY AREAS
The plan summarises priorities for managing emissions in five key areas for business:
■ Transport ■
Agriculture and forestry
■ Energy and industry
■ Building and construction
■ Waste, circular economy and
bioeconomy. The ERP also focuses on adapting the New Zealand Emissions Trading Scheme (NZETS), managing biodiversity, learning from, and incorporating mātauranga Māori (the knowledge of Aotearoa New Zealand’s Indigenous Māori people) and providing transitional support for businesses, people, and communities.
Main photo by Thant Zin Oo on Unsplash
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Road transport is New Zealand’s fastest-growing source of emissions, and accounts for nearly 20% of emissions. The ERP promises funding to decarbonise heavy transport and freight. It also calls for New Zealanders to reduce their reliance on cars and promotes walking, cycling and public transport. This will be done by improving the transport infrastructure and services and by making services more affordable. Individuals and businesses will be encouraged to purchase low-emissions vehicles. The government will continue to offer incentives through its Clean Vehicle Discount scheme, social leasing schemes and financial assistance, to help lower- and middle- income households shift to low-emission alternatives when they scrap their old vehicles.
SUPPORT FOR BUSINESSES TO SWITCH FROM FOSSIL FUELS
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Emissions from New Zealand’s energy and industry sectors make up 27 percent of the country’s total emissions. The plan supports the vision that by 2050 the country’s energy system will be highly renewable, sustainable, and efficient. It also supports a low-emissions and high-wage economy. To reach this goal, the New Zealand government will help businesses switch from fossil fuels to low-emissions alternatives through the Government Investment in Decarbonising Industry (GIDI) fund and Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (ECCA)’s business programmes. New low- and mediumtemperature coal boilers will be banned, and existing ones phased out by 2037.
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In 2018, nearly 9.4 per cent of domestic emissions were building-related. The New Zealand government aims to reduce the embodied carbon of construction materials – the emissions stemming from all activity before the building is used – through innovation and regulation. The ERP also promotes the shift to energy-efficient low-emissions buildings. The government plans to offer incentives for manufacturers who make their carbon footprints transparent by developing Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs).
scheme, by linking the settings with the emissions budgets. It plans to develop levers to drive a better balance of reductions in gross and net emissions. So far excluded from the ETS, agricultural emissions are now set to be priced from 2025.
PUSH FOR CIRCULAR ECONOMY
ENHANCING NATURE
New Zealand’s government is pushing for a circular economy that keeps materials in use for as long as possible and a thriving bioeconomy. It plans to develop a circular economy and bioeconomy strategy, supported by R&D, investment, data collection and a circular economy hub. It will also link circular practices across government, communities and businesses, and support businesses that move to circular economy business models.
LINKING EMISSIONS PRICING & BUDGETS
The NZ ETS is New Zealand’s main tool for reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. It puts a price on GHGs to encourage businesses to cut down on their emissions. The New Zealand government is now strengthening the trading
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The ERP recognises that the climate and biodiversity crises are inextricably linked and that they need to be tackled together. It plans to establish a work programme that delivers climate, biodiversity, and wider environmental outcomes, including afforestation, dunes, and wetlands to protect against flooding.
LEADING BY EXAMPLE
The plan contains activities to support the transition to a low-emissions economy. These include encouraging Māori participation, partnerships with business and labour organisations as well as training and new jobs in low-emissions industries. The government is set to lead by example. It will replace coal
boilers in schools and other government buildings, buy EVs, and practise more responsible procurement.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR GERMAN BUSINESSES
After adopting the Circular Economy Action Plan in 2015, Europe has been recognised as a global leader in policy for circular economy. Europe’s Green Deal is also leading the way in the global decarbonisation efforts. German businesses, which have carbon footprint data and expertise in developing circular solutions, will be ideally prepared to find opportunities in New Zealand. New Zealand’s efforts to decarbonise will also rely on innovative technologies, which will bring opportunities for German businesses. The Emission Reduction Plan for example names the Catalyst Fund which funds international science collaborations including the New Zealand–Germany Green Hydrogen Research Programme. ● ■
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FILM INDUSTRIE
Von Hollywood nach Wellywood – die Magie der Filmindustrie Neuseelands
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„ Es ist wahrscheinlich die aufregendste Zeit in der Geschichte der neuseeländischen Film- und Fernsehbranche und nicht viele Menschen haben wirklich geahnt, dass es so weit kommen wird. In den nächsten zwölf Monaten muss man als Kiwi wahrscheinlich den Kopf in einem Hasenbau stecken haben, wenn man nicht irgendwo vom hohen Norden bis zum tiefen Süden ein Filmset sieht.” - Philip Smith, CEO bei Great Southern In den ersten fünf Jahren nach dem Erscheinen des ersten “Herr der Ringe”-Films stieg die Zahl der Besucher um 40 Prozent.
STAATLICHE UNTERSTÜTZUNG UND FÖRDERMITTEL
In einem Artikel der New York Times aus dem Jahr 2012 heißt es: “In Neuseeland geht die Verwaltung des Landes Hand in Hand mit der Filmproduktion“. In der Tat ist die neuseeländische Regierung so filmbegeistert, dass sie, als ein Streit mit den Gewerkschaften die Hobbit-Filme zu gefährden drohte, das Parlament dazu brachte, die nationalen Arbeitsgesetze neu zu schreiben. Ein Jahrzehnt und eine Pandemie später ist Neuseeland in sein goldenes Kinozeitalter eingetreten, in dem 2022 mehr als 30 Produktionen gleichzeitig gedreht werden.
WARUM FILME IN NEUSEELAND PRODUZIEREN? ■
Atemberaubende Drehorte
■ Die umgekehrten Jahreszeiten erweitern
die Aufnahmezeiträume Hochentwickelte Wirtschaft ■ Weitverbreitete digitale Vernetzung ■ Einfache und großzügige Förderungen ■ Günstige Wechselkurse ■ Nr. 1 in der Kategorie “Leichtigkeit des Wirtschaftens" (Weltbank 2017) ■ Keine Lohnnebenkosten, keine Unfallversicherung, keine regionalen Umsatzsteuern
Flexibles und fachkundiges Personal Vielfältige Besetzungsmöglichkeiten ■ Hochwertige Ausstattung ■ Bahnbrechende Postproduktion und visuelle Effekte ■ Wellywood ■ ■
NEUSEELAND AUF DER LEINWAND ■ Herr der Ringe ■ The Power of the Dog ■ Mulan ■ Brokenwood – Mord in Neuseeland ■ Die Chroniken von Narnia ■ Der Herr der Ringe: Die Ringe ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
der Macht (Amazon-Serie) Avatar King Kong Last Samurai Elizabeth Sweet Tooth (Netflix-Serie) Life of Pi: Schiffbruch mit Tiger Ru Paul’s Drag Race Down Under
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■ Die AHK Neuseeland – GermanNew Zealand Chamber of Commerce (GNZCC) – ist die offizielle Vertretung der deutschen Wirtschaft in Neuseeland. Als Experte für die lokale Wirtschaft und ihre Marktchancen und mit einem starken Geschäftsnetzwerk ist die GNZCC Ihr lokaler Partner in Neuseeland. ●
Main photo: Hobbiton Movie Set by Thomas Schweighofer on Unsplash
euseeland liegt vielleicht am Anfang, beziehungsweise Ende der Welt, in einer abgelegenen Gegend des Pazifiks, doch seit 2020 befindet sich das Land an der Spitze der weltweiten Filmindustrie. Neuseeland ist dafür bekannt, einige der größten und aufwändigsten internationalen Filmproduktionen überhaupt zu realisieren. Schon lange verbindet man mit dem Land die Filmtrilogie “Herr der Ringe”. Das Land bietet jedoch weit mehr als nur eine hübsche Kulisse für “Mittelerde”. Von einem der weltweit modernsten Studios für Spezialeffekte in Wellington (Weta), über großzügige Steuervergünstigungen von bis zu 25 Prozent für ausländische Filmproduzenten bis hin zu einer filmfreundlichen Regierung und atemberaubenden Naturlandschaften – Aotearoa-Neuseeland hat alles zu bieten. Es gibt nur wenige Orte auf der Welt, an denen Flachland, Gletscher, Strände und Gebirgszüge innerhalb einer kurzen Autofahrt zu erreichen sind. Ein wichtiger Faktor für Filmemacher, die somit auf kleinem Gebiet in einer vielfältigen Landschaft drehen können. Die Lage auf den Antipoden bietet Filmproduzenten außerdem einen weiteren Vorteil Die entgegengesetzten Jahreszeiten ermöglichen längere Drehzeiträume. In Neuseeland arbeiten die Film- und Tourismusbranche Hand in Hand. Das neuseeländische Tourismusamt unterstützt Filme, die vor Ort gedreht wurden. Um mehr Touristen für Neuseeland zu begeistern, bezieht es die Filme mit in seine Kampagnen ein. Diese Vorgehensweise verleiht der Marketingstrategie des Films eine weitere Dimension – Denn wer hat schon etwas gegen kostenlose Werbung einzuwenden? Diese Strategie hat sich in der Tat ausgezahlt: Neuseeland ist weltweit das erfolgreichste Land, das vom Filmtourismus profitiert.
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WELLINGTON BÜRO
„ Oh Wellington, an einem guten Tag bist du einfach unschlagbar”
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s ist wenig überraschend, dass die kreative und kulturelle Hauptstadt Neuseelands häufig zu den lebenswertesten Städten der Welt gezählt wird. Mit ihren Villen aus der viktorianischen Zeit, die sich über die baumbewachsenen Hügel mit Blick auf das türkisfarbene Meer erstrecken, ist Wellington eine lebendige Postkarte. Wellington bietet ein besonderes Gleichgewicht aus guten Ideen, tiefer Verbundenheit mit der Natur zukunftsorientierter Einstellung. und Verschiedene Botschaften und internationale Mitarbeiter tragen zu Wellingtons unverwechselbarer Mischung von Kulturen bei, in der kreative Ideen täglich auftauchen. Einige haben bereits den Begriff “WellingtonEffekt” verwendet, um zu beschreiben, wie sich eine Idee oder ein Garagenprojekt von Wellington aus schnell in die ganze Welt verbreitet. Jeder kleine Vorort hat sein
eigenes Flair und seine eigene Identität, voll mit Geschichten kleiner Momente an normalen Orten, die zu außergewöhnlichen Erfolgen geführt haben. Die Entscheidung, ein Regionalbüro der Deutschen Handelskammer in Wellington zu eröffnen, wurde schon vor langer Zeit getroffen, denn wie man so schön sagt: “Gut Ding will Weile haben”. Unsere anfängliche Motivation war einfach: Wir wollten unsere Plattform für Mitglieder in Wellington erweitern und gleichzeitig den Finger am politischen Puls der Hauptstadt haben. Während in Auckland die Industrie und die großen Unternehmen die treibende Kraft sind, sind es in Wellington die Regierungsorganisationen, die Verbände und kleine und mittelständische Unternehmen. Der Gemeinschaftswert in Wellington scheint höher als in Auckland auch wenn es um Geschäfte geht. Die Deutsche Kammer ist in Auckland ein anerkannter Name, aber hier
in Wellington noch eher unbekannt und erfordert weitaus mehr Arbeit um Deutschland in den Vordergrund zu bringen. Wellingtoner Unternehmen blicken immer noch auf das Vereinigte Königreich, um ihre Exportreise in die EU trotz des Brexits zu beginnen. Das bedeutet, dass sie nicht mehr den gleichen Marktzugang zur mächtigen Europäischen Union haben. Um diesen Zugang zu erhalten, sollten Wellingtoner Unternehmen ihre Gedanken auf die größte Volkswirtschaft und den strategisch wichtigsten Standort in Europa richten, nämlich Deutschland. Die Kammer hat es sich zur Aufgabe gemacht, Deutschland und Europa im Bewusstsein der lokalen Unternehmen und Regierungsverbände zu halten und die lukrativen Handelsmöglichkeiten zu erschließen, die nur darauf warten, genutzt zu werden. Wellington und die umliegenden Regionen wie Porirua, Kapiti und Hutt Valley sind Katalysatoren für die hochwertige Fertigungs- und Exportindustrie. Wairarapa, die Heimat von Wellingtons Wein- und Primärindustrien, liegt weiter südlich in der Region. Was Unternehmen über den Standort wissen sollten, ist, dass er als Neuseelands Regierungszentrum und Sitz einer Vielzahl von Branchenverbänden und Unternehm Möglichkeiten ensnetzwerken zahlreiche bietet, mit den Entscheidungsträgern und Aufsichtsbehörden des Landes sowie mit anderen Geschäftsleuten aus der Branche in Kontakt treten zu können. Die florierenden Branchen in Wellington sind die Kreativwirtschaft, das verarbeitende Gewerbe, der Technologiesektor und natürlich die staatlichen und professionellen Dienstleistungen. Die GNZCC ist dazu da, lokale Unternehmen auf ihrem Weg in den Export zu unterstützen und unseren bestehenden Mitgliedern eine Plattform zu bieten, um Netzwerke zu knüpfen und die menschlichen Beziehungen zu pflegen, die so wichtig sind, wenn man in Wellington Geschäfte macht. ●
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Connecting Kiwi can-do with German know-how THE GNZCC VISION & MISSION GNZCC Vision
“Connecting people in business to create opportunities between Germany and New Zealand” GNZCC Mission The trusted GNZCC network growing trade and facilitating business connections through active support and capitalising on bilateral trade knowledge. Designed and delivered with all key parties and teams at the table, for the benefit of the GNZCC stakeholders across New Zealand and Germany.
COMMUNICATION Advertising with the GNZCC gives you a targeted audience as well as the German advantage for your marketing strategy. Our GNZCC Communication Channels: Bilingual Website: 7,400 page views, 2,047 visitors, 3,56min average session time Social Media: Facebook 650+ Followers & LinkedIn 2,400+ Followers, 26,300 on all post impressions, 1,000 Average post impressions Digital Newsletter: Average open rate 26.5%, Click Rate 10.6% Print: Annual Magazine, Double The Vision 2,000+ Readers Our Communication Advantage to you: ■ Present yourself as part of the German-New Zealand business community ■ Benefit from the positive image of the German-New Zealand Chamber of Commerce ■ Connect with executives actively looking for new business relationship and who are expanding in both countries ■ Secure one of the many online and offline advertising spaces and generate as much attention as possible ■ Establish contact with directors, CEOs and business owners For more info please contact us at press@germantrade.co.nz
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Go Logistics New Zealand Ltd Patrick Gottstein +64 9 320 1644 goairlandsea.com The GO Logistics Group is a forward-thinking international freight forwarder, customs broker and logistics provider with strong trading links to Germany. Defence and Security.
Hesketh Henry Erich Bachmann +64 9 375 8700 heskethhenry.co.nz Hesketh Henry is a full service commercial law firm with specific expertise in mergers and acquisitions, foreign investment, business contracts, joint ventures, commercial property, employment law, insurance, construction, trusts and civil litigation.
HSBC New Zealand John Barclay +64 9 368 8821 hsbc.co.nz HSBC is one of the world’s largest banking and financial services organisations, serving customers in 65 countries and territories in Europe, Asia, North and Latin America, the Middle East and North Africa.
EXECUTIVE MEMBERS AUDI | European Motor Distributors Dean Sheed +64 9 360 2911 audi.co.nz Distributor of Volkswagen, Audi, Skoda, SEAT and Porsche cars and commercial vehicles.
Bayer New Zealand Ltd Amita Mistry +64 9 443 3093 bayer.co.nz Bayer is a global enterprise with core competencies in the Life Science fields of health care and agriculture. Its products and services are designed to benefit people and improve their quality of life.
Hello SEO Ltd Uli Knapp +64 21640833 helloseo.co.nz Leading Your Online Journey: Initial planning and on-going strategy, Web Design, Website Development, Search Engine Optimisation (SEO), on-going maintenance and online marketing, including Google Ads.
Saxer Design Ltd Britta Saxer +64 27 2909 605 saxerdesign.co.nz We create engaging and effective websites with impact. Let us guide you through the process of developing an online strategy and website that is relevant and personal to ensure your business stands out.
Sixt Bryn McGoldrick +64 21 973 881 sixt.com Save on your next car hire with SIXT! With a diverse fleet of like-new vehicles, you’ll find the perfect rental car at a convenient location near you.
STIHL Ltd Jochen Speer +64 9 262 4000 stihl.co.nz Founded in 1926 in Stuttgart by Andreas Stihl, the STIHL Group develops, manufactures and distributes Outdoor Power Equipment that sets the worldwide benchmark for quality, reliability and innovation.
Malcolm Pacific Ltd Cameron Pritchard +64 9 309 4187 malcolmpacific.com Malcolm Pacific Immigration has the largest team of licensed immigration advisers in the country. Our specialists handle all visa types for employers, individuals and families.
Volkswagen | European Motor Distributors Greg Leet +64 9 360 2911 volkswagen.co.nz Distributor of Volkswagen, Audi, Skoda, SEAT and Porsche cars and commercial vehicles.
Realtech Ltd Andrew Spicer +64 9 308 0900 realtech.co.nz Your trusted SAP & Cloud partner, delivering all your SAP needs. Our services cover design, architecture, install, configuration, upgrades, migrations, support, training & managed systems. Certified in SAP ECC, SAP S/4HANA & Microsoft Azure for SAP.
VTNZ | DEKRA NZ Ltd Hannah Poole +64 4 495 2500 vtnz.co.nz VTNZ, acquired by Dekra SE, is the leading independent vehicle safety experts in New Zealand. With branches nationwide and a team of over 500 Automotive Technicians we specialise in entry and roadworthiness inspections for all vehicle classes.
A. Hartrodt NZ Ltd John Pyman +64 9 275 6655 hartrodt.com International Freight Forwarders, Customs Brokers and Warehousing ACO Ltd Paul Casey +64 9 8159500 aconz.co.nz Water management, utility enclosure, building drainage and residential products for all aspects of building and construction. Adolf Riedl GmbH & Co. KG Doris Jablonsky +61 414 230 211 bademoden.info Manufacturer of swimwear/ beach fashion DORIS JABLONSKY, FASH’N SPLASH is the exclusive agent for Adolf Riedl GmbH & Co. KG, Europe’s No.1 swimwear and beach fashion company. Aesthetikonzept Ltd Claudia Schenz +64 9 4227833 aesthetikonzept.com Aesthetikonzept was founded with the mission to be the link that connects unique health and beauty innovations around the globe. Skincare Products. AJ Park - Auckland Duncan Schaut +64 9 359 7722 ajpark.com As a leading provider of intellectual property services in Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific region, we’re proud to act for a diverse range of world-class organisations and individuals. AJ Park - Wellington Andrea +64 4 473 8278 ajpark.com As a leading provider of intellectual property services in Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific region, we’re proud to act for a diverse range of world-class organisations and individuals.
ALTIOS Arnoul d’Arschot +61 292 644 199 altios.com Global Business Development Firm focused on helping businesses to expand globally through a network of 35 offices in 22 countries. ALTIOS supports their clients with an extensive line of services including strategy consulting, business development, subsidiary setup & management, HR and M&A. Since 1991, they have been serving +10,500 clients to grow internationally in the most attractive markets. Since 1991, they have been serving
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Anybelly Ltd Damien Smith +64 9 415 55400 blackforestalbany.co.nz The go to place for tasty delicatessen morsels! We specialise in German sausages, continental meats, cheeses, anti pasti, and a range of other delicious treats! ANZ Nature Tours HTG Ltd Mark Dayawansa +64 4 385 1024 anznaturetours.com A fully licensed B2B New Zealand Inbound Tour Operator specialised in creating bespoke travel itineraries for Group, Special Interest and Self Drive clients. With German speaking staff and Seat in Coach tours we can meet all New Zealand touring requirements. APTC New Zealand Ltd Katja Thiele +64 4 801 5151 aptc-nz.com The company is one of Australia’s leading Inbound Tour Operators and Destination Management Companies in Australia, New Zealand and Fiji. Aquatherm (NZ) Ltd Andrew Sommerville +64 9 570 7204 aquatherm.co.nz Manufacturer of pipes and fittings for the plumbing / heating / cooling / air conditioning / fire sprinkler industry / underfloor heating systems. Aquila Sustainable Farming Ltd Eike Schoen-Petersen +49 40 875050100 aquila-capital.de/en/ Within the Aquila Group, Aquila Sustainable Farming Ltd as a full subsidiary to Aquila Capital based in Hamburg, Germany, provides asset management to investors in sustainable farming. Astrid Sandberg Astrid Sandberg +64 21 263 5478 ATPI Business World Travel Grant Bevin +64 9 529 3700 atpi.co.nz Travel Agency with focused approach to develop a strategic travel management programme and policy.
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Avid.legal Ltd Murray Whyte +64 4 550 5315 avid.legal Avid.legal are NZ corporate, commercial, tech law experts. We advise clients on M&A and Venture Capital transactions, commercial contracts, licensing, distribution and sales arrangements, and establishing and restructuring NZ businesses. AW Fraser Ltd Gordon Sutherland +64 3 341 0027 awfraser.co.nz AW Fraser produces and supplies continuous cast and centrifugally cast bronze alloys, hollow and solid brass extrusions and precision machined components from a variety of alloys. Bank of New Zealand (BNZ) Evan Veza + 64 9 9280559 bnz.co.nz Personal Banking, Business Banking, International Trade & Investment support. We support Investor Migrants via Private Banking and BNZ Family Office. Barristers.Comm Christopher Griggs +64 4 914 1053 bcomm.nz/christopher-griggs German-speaking barrister with a full civil and criminal litigation practice, operating nationwide and internationally. BASF New Zealand Ltd Fenton Hazelwood +64 9 255 4300 basf.com At BASF, we create chemistry for a sustainable future. We combine economic success, social responsibility and environmental protection. BASF has been active for about 60 years in New Zealand.
Bayer New Zealand Ltd Amita Mistry +64 9 443 3093 bayer.co.nz Bayer is a global enterprise with core competencies in the Life Science fields of health care and agriculture. Its products and services are designed to benefit people and improve their quality of life. Beautiful Nature Tours Auckland Gesa Mitchell +64 210 2828 637 beautifulnaturetoursauckland.com Beautiful Nature Tours Auckland is a day tour company specialising in English and German language Private Tours (max 6 people)
BECKHOFF Automation Ltd Neil Pearce +64 9 281 2736 beckhoff.com Beckhoff implements open automation systems using proven PC-based control technology. Our product range covers industrial PCs, I/O, fieldbus components, drive technology, automation software & control cabinet-free automation. Our New Automation Technology stands for universal, industry-independent control and automation solutions that are used worldwide in various applications, ranging from CNC-controlled machine tools to intelligent building control. Blue Star Group (NZ) Ltd Leroy D’Costa +64 9 838 9920 bluestar.co.nz Blue Star Collard – part of the Blue Star Group is a quality print manufacturer with a proven track record for delivering the full spectrum of print and related services to New Zealand Businesses of all sizes. BMW Financial Services New Zealand Andreas Modlmayer + 64 9 573 6979 bmw.co.nz Wholesale financing for dealer organization, Retail Finance and Leasing of BMW Group vehicles (BMW/MINI/Rolls Royce) for the New Zealand market. BMW New Zealand Ltd Adam Shaver +64 9 573 6979 bmw.co.nz National Sales Company and subsidiary of BMW AG, importing and distributing BMW, MINI vehicles; and Genuine Parts and Accessories. Bobux International Ltd Monica Yianakis +64 9 969 0670 bobux.com Bobux makes the best shoes in the world for growing feet. We
export to 35 countries with a main focus on Europe. Boehringer Ingelheim NZ Ltd Tony Davison +64 9 263 1497 boehringer-ingelheim.co.nz Worldwide operating affiliated group with two main business areas: human pharmaceuticals and animal health. BONZ Group (NZ) Ltd Oscar Rodwell bonzgroup.co.nz BONZ Group specializes in offering high-quality, handcrafted, New Zealand-made apparel, accessories and home furnishings that are constructed using premium locally sourced natural materials including sheepskin, leather, wool, and possum fur. BRANZ Ltd Stephan Rupp +64 4 237 1170 branz.co.nz BRANZ is an independent and impartial research, testing, consulting and information company providing resources for the building industry. Brenntag New Zealand Ltd Melanie Salberg +64 9 275 0745 brenntag.com Brenntag is the global market leader in chemical distribution. Connecting global ingredients suppliers to manufactures here in New Zealand, we increasingly support customers to mitigate the global supply chain challenges seen worldwide. We serve diverse industries from nutrition, pharma and personal care to material sciences and essential chemicals. Bruns Storage Solutions Ltd Hec Ramsay +64 21 384 235 Brunsofgermany.com Bruns Storage Solutions provides customers the opportunity to buy German Quality manufactured storage solutions, storage ideas, tool hooks and tool holders directly online. Visit us on Amazon USA, Amazon Singapore, Walmart, Bed Bath & Beyond and Valet Sellers BSH Home Appliances Ltd Rochelle Mora +64 9 477 0492 bosch-home.co.nz BSH Hausgeräte GmbH is the largest manufacturer of home appliances in Europe and one of the leading companies in the sector worldwide. With a portfolio of 14 brands globally, BSH covers a wide range of appliances for consumer needs. Burkert New Zealand Ltd Graeme Hover +64 9 256 7777 burkert.co.nz Bürkert is one of the world’s
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Auckland Regional Chamber of Commerce Natalie Oborne +64 9 309 6100 chamber.co.nz The New Zealand Chambers of Commerce is a body of some thirty Chambers throughout New Zealand, supporting over 12,000 members and representing over 40 million businesses.
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Candida Stationery Ltd Klaus Girardet +64 9 477 4064 candida.co.nz Candida Stationery is a leading envelope manufacturer in Australasia.
Collective Hospitality Ltd Rinus Pope +64 9 520 0006 collective.co.nz Collective delivers hospitality experiences and bespoke catering across all event requirements. As a leading caterer, we are proud of our reputation for flexibility and delivering world-class experiences.
Canstaff Matt Jones +64 3 348 9810 canstaff.co.nz Canstaff is a specialised recruitment agency for New Zealand Construction, Engineering, Civil Construction, Logistics, and Manufacturing sectors. Connected with Heartland immigration & NZ Diary Careers.
Commercial Vehicle Accessories Ltd Kerry Cheyne +64 800 268 328 mysortimo.nz New Zealand Distributor for the Sortimo Brand of intelligent van racking equipment. COVE also provides and installs innovative solutions for light commercial vehicles in the New Zealand market.
Centrix Holdings Ltd Stefan Meyer +64 7 853 3068 Centrix-consulting.com Night-Time SAP Support | SAP Technology Support | Enterprise Automation | Application Management | General IT Support | SAP Consulting | SAP Security CHT Australia Pty Ltd John Saad www.cht.com The CHT Group | Chemicals for highest demands. We are a worldwide operating group of companies producing specialty chemicals. For more than 65 years we have offered innovative and high-grade chemicals, auxiliaries and additives as well as services in numerous industrial fields and markets.
Coimex a division of CIL Group Ltd Jörn Lieskounig +64 9 274 1348 coimex.co.nz Importers and distributors of: Fibreglass reinforcing mesh, tapes and profiles for building exterior/interior cladding and plaster. CLAAS Global Sales GmbH Julian Kollmeyer +61 437 096 493 claas.com CLAAS is an agricultural machinery manufacturer based in Harsewinkel, Germany, in the federal state of North Rhine Westphalia. Clemenger International Freight NZ Ltd Wayne Roach +64 9 255 5018 cif.co.nz
Daimler Truck Australia Pacific Pty Ltd Ruwen Rack daimlertrucks.com.au Daimler Truck Australia Pacific offers a comprehensive range of vehicles, unmatched by any other manufacturer in the industry. It sells and supports MercedesBenz Trucks, Freightliner and Fuso trucks and buses and has a hard-won reputation for quality vehicles and reliable service support. Daimler Truck is one of the world’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturers, with more than 40 production sites around the globe and more than 10,000 employees. DB Engineering & Consulting GmbH Tilo Franz +61 470 544199 db-engineering-consulting.com Deutsche Bahn’s know-how is in demand around the world. DB Engineering & Consulting offers it from the idea to operation. For you this means: outstanding advice, planning and implementation for infrastructure and mobility projects in Germany and worldwide Degafloor NZ Clint Clunie +64 272382955 www.degafloor.nz NZ’s largest range of high performance rapid cure resin floor coatings designed and manufactured in Germany. DEKRA Southern Africa Oceania Ltd Mike Walsh +64 4 495 2500 dekra.com.cn/en/dekra-asiapacific-offices/ On the road, at work and at home – DEKRA’s skilled experts create increased safety across all the key areas of life. Our broad service portfolio with qualified and independent expert services range
29 from vehicle inspection and expert appraisals to claims services, industrial and building inspections, safety consultancy, testing and certification of products and systems, as well as training courses and temporary work. DIHK | Deutscher Industrie- und Handelskammertag e.V. Sabrina Netzer +49 30 203 080 dihk.de Association of German Chambers of Commerce and Industry is the umbrella organisation of the German Chambers(IHK) and the German Chambers of Commerce Abroad (AHK). DIVISION 22 Ltd Klaus Jorgensen +64 215 00692 division22.co.nz Display solutions for retail and exhibitions. Dormakaba NZ Ltd Travis Wentzel +64 9 830 2052 dormakaba.com DORMAKABA is the trusted global partner for premium access solutions & services enabling better buildings. With over 100 years of tradition behind it, the company offers holistic solutions covering all facets of door operability. Safe, secure & seamless access solutions for your building from a single source. Down Under Translation Ltd Stefania Perrotta +64 22 0187357 downundertranslation.com Down Under Translation Ltd is a niche provider of high-end German-to-English translations. Based in Wellington, New Zealand, we have been working with European clients, including a number of major corporations, since 2000. Dr Kolb Consulting Dr Jürgen Kolb +64 21 0265 1259 Jürgen Kolb aims to further establish his brand name as a consulting business in the building industry. He focuses on the design and implementation of solutions around Passive House principles for new builds as well as retrofit renovations. The target market is Auckland and ultimately NZ. Dr. Oetker New Zealand Jolanda Bossers +64 09 360 260 oetker.com.au Founded in Bielefeld in 1891, the Dr Oetker family business ranks among the leading branded goods companies in the German food industry. In New Zealand our range includes Queen and Hansells Baking products. Draeger New Zealand Ltd Daniel McGregor +64 9 273 3160 draeger.com Safety products and applications
for a wide variety of industries including Fire Service, Food Industry, Hospitals and Defence and Security DSV Air & Sea Ltd Shane van Heerden +64 9 255 1100 nz.dsv.com At DSV, we keep supply chains flowing in a world of change. We provide and manage supply chain solutions for thousands of companies every day – from the small family-run business to the large global corporations. Our reach is global, yet our presence is local and close to our customers. Visit dsv.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter. Dutch Business Association (DBA) President +64 94809554 dutchba.com Relaunched as DBA in September 2016.
Early Adaptors Ltd (Te Rawe Wawe) Fred Pervival Akarana-Rewi +64 2102792475 Early Adaptors and M&M Partnership intends to identify and potentially facilitate the development of affordable Public, Social, Whanau & Maori housing projects in New Zealand with the goals of increasing the availability of Public, Maori, Social, & Co housing and the relevant financial facility and literacy (“Purpose”). ecoBuild Developments Ltd Koren Sewell +64 6 3477110 5merchants.co.nz 5Merchants is a New Zealand specialist distributor and seller of PassivHaus components. Partnering with the best industry suppliers, and products at competitive prices Education New Zealand Shanna Luafalealo +64 4 472 0788 enz.govt.nz Education New Zealand Manapou ki te Ao is the government agency responsible for building international education to benefit New Zealand socially, culturally and economically.
EFAFLEX Tor- und Sicherheitssysteme GmbH & Co. KG Brian Hill +64 800 3323539 efaflex.com Founded in 1974, was the first company in the world to exclusively deal with high-speed
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Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany Michael Feiner +64 4 473 6063 wellington.diplo.de Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Wellington
Europcar NZ Ltd Melissa Carter +64 9 379 5083 europcar.co.nz Europcar Mobility Group delivers its mobility solutions worldwide through an extensive network in over 140 countries. In New Zealand they have 14 on airport and city locations and they rotate their brand new cars every 3-4 months.
Energise HR Consulting Loreto Escobar +64212537034 energisehr.co.nz Energise HR Consulting provides support around compliance (agreements, policies, etc.), HR BAU queries, employment relations, change management, training and coaching needs. We are your HR department when you need us and provide you with peace of mind across all the intricacies of the world of employing staff. entec biopower Germany GmbH Thorsten Winkler +49 871 206 594 entec-biopower.com entec biopower gmbh offers design, supervision of construction, commissioning and operational monitoring of biogas plants. Enveloped Solutions Ltd Murray Durbin +64 21 387 246 enveloped.co.nz Supply and professional installation of systems for high-performance construction such as balanced heat recovery ventilation, tripled glazed windows, insulation, air-tightness membranes and much more. Equigroup Ltd David Crozier +64 275 370199 chg-meridian.co.nz CHG-MERIDIAN is one of the world’s leading manufacturerand bank-independent providers of technology management services to the IT, industry and healthcare sectors. With some 850 employees, CHGMERIDIAN offers its customers comprehensive support for their technology infrastructures - from consulting, to financial and operational services, to used-equipment re-marketing services through its two technology and service centers in Germany and Norway.
ESP Ventures Ltd Liz Maxwell +64 3 328 9032 espventures.co.nz Specialist in business events and
European Motor Distributors Dean Sheed +64 9 360 2911 audi.co.nz; volkswagen.co.nz Distributor of Volkswagen, Audi, Skoda, SEAT and Porsche cars and commercial vehicles.
Evonik Peroxide Ltd Terry Brown +64 7 889 8020 evonik.com Specialty chemicals; hydrogen peroxide Extra Comfoot Footwear Ltd Chris Erikson +64 9 579 7575 comfoot.co.nz Importer and retailer of quality European branded footwear and footcare products that provide solutions for problem and promoting healthy feet. We offering every day styles in different width options which are orthotic friendly. Comfoot footwear is a specialty fitting shoe shop based in Ellerslie, Auckland. FACKELMANN Housewares NZ Ltd Paul Mitchell +64 9 2654300 fackelmannhousewares.co.nz FACKELMANN Housewares: the leading housewares sales & marketing company in New Zealand with a mission to serve great retail companies with functional, innovative and desirable products. Fonterra Co-Operative Group Ltd Emma Beggs +64 9 374 9000 fonterra.com Fonterra is a global dairy nutrition company Co-operative owned by 9,000 farmers and exporting to over 130 countries worldwide. French New Zealand Chamber of Commerce Thibault Beaujot +64 21 179 3614
fnzcci.org.nz FNZCCI was created in 1985 from the desire to foster stronger and sound business relationships between France and/or French Pacific Islands and New Zealand. Fresenius Kabi (NZ) Ltd Juan Villar +64 9 925 2721 fresenius-kabi.com Fresenius Kabi is a global healthcare company that specialises in lifesaving medicines and technologies for critically and chronically ill patients. We have a comprehensive range IV generic drugs, infusion therapies, clinical nutrition feeds and devices, transfusion and infusion systems and in biosimilars, we focus on autoimmune diseases and oncology. Fribesco Ltd Martin Beskid +64 9 622 0107 fribesco.com; fribesco.co.nz Importer of quality sheet metal machinery, hand tools, consumables, nonferrous metals and production material for the offsite manufacturing Industry. Gallagher NZ Group of Companies Philippa O’Connor +64 7 838 9800 gallagher.com Security systems, and animal management systems GDM Group Ltd Michael Eden +64 63491789 gdmretail.com GDM designs and manufactures display systems and components customised to a specific multistore retailer’s requirements
GEA New Zealand Ltd Nick Ramsden +64 9 276 2388 gea.com GEA is one of the world’s largest suppliers to the food, beverage and pharmaceutical sectors, specializing in machinery and plants and advanced process technologies. With major focus on enhancing sustainability and efficiency of customers’ production processes. GEA makes a decisive contribution toward a sustainable future; “engineering for a better world.” GELITA NZ Ltd Tony Wise +64 3 384 5893 gelita.com GELITA NZ Ltd is part of a global business and leading supplier of collagen proteins (gelatine, collagen peptides) for the food, health, nutrition, pharmaceutical and technical industries. German Chamber of Commerce in China - Shanghai Sigrid Winkler
30 +86 21 508 12266 china.ahk.de German Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai Office German Chamber of Commerce in China Beijing Jens Hildebrandt +86 10 65900926 china.ahk.de/about-us/ german-chamber-ofcommerce Chamber of Commerce. German Chamber of Industry & Commerce in Japan | AHK Japan Marcus Schuermann +81 3 5276 9811 dihkj.or.jp As an official trade promotion agency we represent German business interests in Japan, offering a variety of services to help you succeed from start-up to expansion and our member organisation enables you to build a strong network. German Export Association for Food and Agriproducts GEFA e.V. Holger Hübner +49 30 4000477-0 gefaexportservice.com Die GEFA fördert die Rahmenbedingungen für den Export von Lebensmitteln und Produkten der Agrarwirtschaft. Sie ist Ansprechpartner der Bundesregierung in sämtlichen Fragen der Exportförderung, bildet eine Kommunikationsplattform zwischen Politik, Wirts... German Kitchens Ltd Damian Hannah +64 4 802 4806 germankitchens.nz German Kitchens Ltd is New Zealand’s oldest Imported Kitchen Company and have been designing, selling, importing and installing Poggenpohl®, ALNO® + Eggersmann®
German manufactured Kitchens, Appliances, Wardrobes and Furniture since 1991.
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German-Australian Chamber of Industry & Commerce Christoph von Spesshardt +61 2 8296 0400 germany.org.au The German-Australian Chamber is a membership organisation which offers an extensive networking platform; their knowhow combined with the expertise of their partners makes them a strong and competent partner for all their business needs.
Go Logistics New Zealand Ltd Patrick Gottstein +64 9 320 1644 goairlandsea.com The GO Logistics Group is a forward-thinking international freight forwarder, customs broker and logistics provider with strong trading links to Germany.
Germany Trade and Invest (Sydney) Heiko Stumpf +61 2 8296 0488 gtai.de The organization advises foreign companies looking to expand their business activities in the German market and visa versa Geutebruck New Zealand Ltd Harley Vickers +64 800 000 311 geutebruck.co.nz GEUTEBRUCK is one of the world’s leading manufacturers for video security systems (made in Germany). Giesen Wine Estate Ltd Kyle Skene +64 3 344 6270 giesengroup.co.nz The Giesen brothers have always aspired to create great wines that people around the world love. Whatever the occasion, there’s a Giesen wine to match. GNZCC Young Professionals Julia Hahn +64 9 3040704 germantrade.co.nz Our GNZCC Young Professionals group brings young leaders and inspired individuals together. Our purpose is to show young leaders how they can navigate
Goethe-Institut New Zealand Alexandra Töniges +64 4 385 6924 goethe.de/nz The Goethe-Institut is the Federal Republic of Germany’s cultural institute, active worldwide. Goethe-Institut New Zealand is based in Wellington. It promotes the teaching and learning of German abroad including language courses in Wellington, Auckland and online and encourages international cultural exchange. GP Papenburg Maschinenbau GmbH Christian Walter +49 3631 695 125 gp.ag Manufacturer of motor graders and also underground graders of the brand HBM. The company belongs to the GP Papenburg Group which provides a wide range of activities in the construction industry. Graeme Hawkins Graeme Hawkins +6421673522 graeme-hawkins.com Finance Advisor and Accelerator. Gravoto Ltd T/A Living Design Annett Todt +64 3 544 1878
livingdesign.co.nz German operated workshop manufacturing custom-made kitchens, bathrooms and furniture. Gregory J. Thwaite Gregory Thwaite +64 9 379 8550 Lawyer specialising in litigation in New Zealand and abroad. Five years experience as a foreign lawyer in Frankfurt, Germany. Admitted as a Rechtskundiger in Germany, and an attorney in California, USA. Fluent in German. Haefele NZ Ltd Michael Farrugia +64 9 274 2071 hafele.co.nz Kitchen equipment and solutions. Häfele is the leading international manufacturer and supplier of furniture fittings and architectural hardware, with customers in more than 150 countries. Hahn & Associates Ltd Peter Hahn +64 4 562 6385 peterhahn.co.nz Peter Hahn, of Hahn & Associates Ltd is assisting immigrants and NZ employers since 1994. His special interests are in immigration through Business and Investment and supporting NZ employers in their dealings with INZ. Hans Kracke Hans Kracke +64 9 575 5230 Honorary member; Naval Architect / Industrial Consultant - retired. Hansa Products Ltd Steven Milburn +64 7 849 4749 hansaproducts.co.nz Hansa Products ® is an innovative family business
based in Hamilton. Established in 1980, we pride ourselves on being specialists in the design and manufacture of high quality wood & brush chippers.
Hausch & Partner GmbH Kristine Hausch +49 40 414 7580 hauschundpartner.de Spezialanbieter für Schulaufenthalte Auslandsaufenthalte in Neuseeland, Australien und Kanada. Healthcare Applications Ltd Morris Pita +64 21 628 615 emergencyq.com Emergency Q is a digital service that reduces crowding in Hospital Emergency Departments (EDs) by creating a live connection between patients, EDs and Doctors’ clinics. Healthtex Ltd Tim O’Donoghue +64 211187795 asteroidointment.com Did you know that 3 out of 4 adults suffer from haemorrhoids and itchy bottoms? Asteroid Ointment™ is a rapid acting cooling barrier ointment for burning, soreness and itching associated with external haemorrhoids and minor anal irritation. Haemorrhoid. Heartland Immigration Ltd Mary Noonan +64 3 982 5057 heartlandimmigration.co.nz Heartland Immigration Ltd is a boutique immigration consultancy firm based in the South Island of New Zealand.
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Hellmann Worldwide Logistics Ltd Chris McCagney +64 9 919 7700 hellmann.net International freighting and shipping, service both import and export, nationwide warehousing, distribution and logistics
Hello Web Ltd Uli Knapp +64 21640833 helloseo.co.nz Leading Your Online Journey: Online strategy, Search Engine Optimisation (SEO), Online keyword and competitor research. Website content strategy and content creation. On-going maintenance and online marketing, and Google Ads and Google Analytics. Henning Sardemann Henning Sardemann +64 22 167 9417 Heritage Hotel Management Ltd Susan Gibson +64 21 855 645 heritagehotels.co.nz Heritage Hotels operate three brands across Aotearoa. From CityLife Hotels in Auckland and Wellington, to Heritage Hotels in Auckland, New Plymouth, Nelson, Christchurch and Queenstown, plus, the regional Heritage Collection.
Hesketh Henry Erich Bachmann +64 9 375 8700 heskethhenry.co.nz Hesketh Henry is a full service commercial law firm with specific expertise in mergers and acquisitions, foreign investment, company incorporations, branch office registrations, business contracts, joint ventures, banking and finance, trade and transport, real estate/ property, leasing, insolvency and restructuring, employment law, insurance, construction, trusts and civil litigation. Languages include German.
HIFX (NZ) Ltd Doug Warren +64 9 306 3705 xe.com XE Money Transfer is the quick, easy, and secure way to transfer money around the globe. With competitive exchange rates you can book international payments 24/7. Hindin Marquip Ltd Hamish Brown +64 9 579 9667 hml.co.nz Hindin Marquip Ltd is a fully owned subsidiary of Place Corporation Ltd, which imports and distributes a number of international brands including Festool and Fein power tools and Orbis pliers from Germany. With over 70 years in business our primary focus is still tools and machinery for automotive, construction, engineering, joinery and rural enterprises. We still assemble compressors and other equipment in particular in the category of heavy duty industrial. Hoffman Consulting Ltd Melanie Hoffman +64 9 889 2848 customisetalent.com Customise was created with a mandate to bring together the highest calibre professionals within Recruitment, HR and Project Services, to add value when solving growing organisations talent related challenges. Hoffmann Law Ltd James Sherer +64 9 354 4666 hoffmannlaw.co.nz Lawyers specialising in business law, property and trusts.
HSBC New Zealand Rahul Sharma +64 9 368 8821 hsbc.co.nz HSBC is one of the world’s largest banking and financial services organisations, serving customers in 65 countries and territories in Europe, Asia, North and Latin America, the Middle East and North Africa. Hutt Valley Chamber of Commerce Patrick McKibbin +64 4 939 9821 hvchamber.org.nz The Chamber supports businesses and their staff across the Hutt Valley. They provide support, connections, events, advocacy and training to help business and their staff achieve their goals. Ibis Budget Auckland Airport Eli Fifita +64 9 255 5152 accorhotels.com Located only minutes away
from Auckland domestic and international terminals, 20 minutes from the city centre and surrounded by key amenities including restaurants, cafes, and shopping facilities, helps avoid the last minute rush and stress of travel. IHK Aachen Gunter Schaible +49 241 44 60 0 aachen.ihk.de The Aachen Chamber of Industry and Commerce represents more than 70,000 companies of all sizes and almost every branch from industry, wholesale and retail trade, logistics and services around and in the city of Aachen. IHK Duesseldorf Gregor Berghausen +49 211 3557201 ihk.de/duesseldorf The Düsseldorf Chamber of Industry and Commerce represents more than 80,000 companies of all sizes and almost every branch from industry, wholesale and retail trade, logistics and services around and in the city of Düsseldorf. IHK Nord Westfalen Madleen Frauendorf +49 251 707 474 ihk-nordwestfalen.de German regional Chamber of Industry & Commerce IHK Rhein Neckar Matthias Kruse +49 621 170 9221 rhein-neckar.ihk24.de German regional Chamber of Industry & Commerce.
imc information multimedia communication PTY Ltd Daniel Antman +61 3 9820 5500 im-c.com.au imc is a leading international full-service provider in technology and services for learning and development. We empower people around the world so they can connect their learning with commercial business objectives. Impex Distributors Ltd Leah Down +64 800 7025 70 impex.co.nz We import a range of quality German food and beer products including Kühne, Warsteiner, Pema, Alb Gold, Rügen Fisch, Flensburger, König Ludwig, Halloren, Schlünder & Schluckwerder. Industrial Truck Sales NZ Ltd Axel Knigge +64 9 274 4925 industrial-trucks.co.nz ITS Forklifts NZ Importer &
Distributor For Jungheinrich, TCM, UniCarriers, Flexi Forklift Trucks. Sales, Hire, Service, All Brands Repairs. InsightPerspective Ltd Mark Gilbert +64 21 972 244 IPL provides independent board services & board representation. Long history with BMW Group running sales subsidiaries and Board member for Dekra subsidiary in NZ, Mark is very experienced in assisting German companies to grow in the NZ and Australian markets. Instant Immigration Services (NZ) Ltd Peter Beiner +64 9 428 4651 immigration.de We offer a comprehensive immigration management and relocation service to New Zealand. Since 1997 we have successfully assisted hundreds of clients and investors in their visa application and settlement process. IntDevice Ltd Nick Clarke +64 21 237 7236 intdevice.co.nz Driven to transform the way we charge electric vehicles High power for fast charging, convenience and scalability. Free from visual pollution & environmentally friendly.Elegant invisible design, allows street & car park installation. Learn about our techW. Iron Duke Partners Phil O’Reilly +64 4 381 0318 iron-duke.com Planning, insights and considered action. ISI Umwelttechnik GmbH Wolfgang Brommer-Reuss +49540496140 isiwater.de Design, manufacturing and marketing of membrane filter systems. Our ISIWater® drinking water purification systems are predominately used in households with polluted drinking water. We also produce special drinking water purification systems for river-, rain- and well water which eliminate chlorine, bacteria, copper, lead, medicine residues, pesticides and microplastic. Izodom New Zealand Mike Greulich +64 2102370769 izodom.co.nz Izodom delivers Izodom Neopor and Peripor (polystyrene) blocks for building low-energy and passive houses. Jan Sudmann +64 22 6324304 Financial Services; Advising NZ based companies on International Financial Markets.
J.H. Whittaker & Sons Ltd James Ardern +64 42375021 whittakers.co.nz J.H. Whittaker & Sons, Ltd is a confectionery manufacturer specialising in palm oil-free chocolate and based in Porirua, New Zealand. Whittaker’s is the largest chocolate brand in New Zealand. Approximately 30 % of their production is now exported. Jet Park Airport Hotel and Conference Centre Steve Woods +64 9 275 4100 jetpark.co.nz 4 Star-plus hotel 5 minutes from Auckland Airport. Specialists in outstanding service, 221 high quality guest rooms, exceptional dining and modern conference facilities (up to 250 people). Complimentary parking, WiFi and 24 hour airport shuttle. Jet Park Hotel Rotorua Steve Woods +64 9 275 4100 jetpark.co.nz 4 Star hotel 5 minutes from Rotorua CDB. Experience authentic Kiwi hospitality, 62 high quality guest rooms, wholesome dining and pool and spa. Pet friendly rooms. Complimentary parking, WiFi and kids play area. Jobloads Ltd Candice Pardy +64 224050722 hwww.jobloads.co.nz Jobloads is a labour services company connecting horticulture/viticulture host employers to seasonal workers looking for short-term or longterm work in NZ.
Johner Institute New Zealand Ltd Annett Arndt +64 2 041831943 johner-institute.com We, the Johner Institute team, are united by our mission: to help medical device manufacturers overcome regulatory challenges and bring safe products to market quickly. Our approximately 80 experts, including biologists, biochemists, physicists, computer scientists, engineers, physicians, medical engineers and psychologists, are always there for you.
Kaeser Compressors NZ Ltd Anthony Long +64 9 941 0499 nz.kaeser.com German manufacturer KAESER COMPRESSORS provide products, services and complete systems for supplying production
32 and work processes with quality compressed air, with Sales & Service Centres and a dedicated network of partners covering New Zealand.
for the brewing and beverage industries. Along with packaging machinery and end of line solutions for the liquid and food industries.
Kaptura Ltd Mark Singh +6421955669 kaptura.co Digital platform for powering Intelligent supply chains with the transformative strength of data for logistics; manufacturing; trade; distribution and construction.
KSB New Zealand Ltd Stephan Schewa +64 94764047 ksb.co.nz KSB is the brand with the greatest technical expertise in pumps and valves. KSB are close to customers on all continents, providing them with pumps and valves for almost all applications involving the transportation of of fluids.
Kärcher Ltd Kere McBratney +64 9 274 4603 kaercher.com/nz/ Founded in Stuttgart in 1935 by engineer and passionate inventor Alfred Kärcher. Kärcher remain global market leaders in cleaning and care solutions. Making a difference through solving cleaning and care challenges is what we do. Klaus Reinhardt Klaus Reinhardt +49 9524 1812 Knauf Insulation Lydia Sharples +64 800 562 834 knaufinsulation.co.nz Knauf Insulation is part of the Knauf Group of Companies, a family owned global building material business. As one of the world’s leading insulation manufacturers we provide advanced thermal and acoustic insulation materials for residential and commercial construction. Korean-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry Sun-Hi Kim +82 2 378 04600 kgcci.com The Korean-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KGCCI) is part of the worldwide AHKNetwork. The KGCCI supports access to the Korean market with hands-on services and helps establish and maintain business relations with Korean partners. for residential and commercial construction. KPMG New Zealand Gary Ivory +64 9 367 5800 home.kpmg/nz/en With a worldwide presence, KPMG continues to build on our member firms’ successes thanks to our clear vision, maintained values, and our people. Krones New Zealand Ltd Johan Du Preez +64 9 572 8148 Krones.com Krones manufacture and supply complete process and bottling packing lines and machinery
Kuehne & Nagel New Zealand Ltd Frank Hageman +64 9 257 2800 kuehne-nagel.com Kuehne + Nagel is your reliable international freight forwarding partner of choice for Sea, Air, Road and multi-modal freight, providing you optimum speed and flexibility - door-to-door. Kulturwerke Deutschland Sprachreisen GmbH Matthias Dumbeck +49 211 70048560 kulturwerke-deutschland.de Kulturwerke Deutschland ist eine Sprachreisen GmbH mit über 15 Jahren Erfahrung. Wir begleiten Dich auf Deinem Auslandsabenteuer! Kurz New Zealand Shawn Cross +64 9 2743932 kurz.com.au KURZ transfer films and foils are applied to various substrates as part of the print process. Used for a variety of applications such as labels, packaging, publications and documents (including high security anticounterfeit applications). Lane Neave Ltd Rachael Mason +64 9 300 6263 laneneave.co.nz A leading full-service law firm located in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch and Queenstown, Lane Neave is led by 27 partners and employs more than 165 staff nationwide. Lase Australia Pty Ltd Michael Jeffrey +61437404303 lase.com.au LASE is a worldwide leading company for laser-based sensor applications in the field of industrial automation. We offer innovative and productive solutions by combining stateof-the-art laser technology with sophisticated application software. The wide range of precise and reliable 1D, 2D and 3D laser systems can be used for numerous industrial applications and helps our customers to improve processes or to increase safety.
Latitude360 Ltd Mark Bayly 360strategy.com Helping clients enhance their competitiveness in the international arena, with experience in all areas of strategy, and across different areas of the globe; interested in acquisition work.
Leitz Tooling NZ Ltd Wolf Hoheisen +64 800 578 665 leitz.co.nz Leitz is one of the globally leading manufacturers of precision tools for professional wood and plastics processing.
Lisko a division of CIL Group Ltd Jörn Lieskounig +64 9 274 1348 lisko.co.nz Importers and distributors of: Pharmaceutical & Food Packaging, Casings, Films, Meat Starter Cultures, Pollination Bags LSG Sky Chefs NZ Ltd Bilal Ozturk +64 9 255 0700 lsgskychefs.com; naturezone.co.nz Food producers for several industries like, Airlines, Retail stores, Schools, Restaurants, Trains and others. The company offers a full range of products, from high culinary standard meals, to sandwiches, salads and snacks.
Magnify Consulting Mary Crampton +64 800 4 72537 magnifyconsulting.co.nz De-risk your Sales in a tight labour market. Hire a Contract Sales Professional. Sales Strategy. Business Development. Outsourced sales. Reduce risk. Reduce your cost of sales. Enter new markets. Develop your sales pipeline. Streamline sales processes. CRM set up and training. Upskill your team. Drive long-term revenue growth. Magnum Industries Ltd Mark Brady +64 7 847 5566 magnum.co.nz manufacturer’s of quality horse walkers, aqua walkers, stables, and stable hardware. Situated in Hamilton, New Zealand, we deliver and install throughout New Zealand and Worldwide. MAKE NZ Dieter Adam makenz.org The Place where manufacturing leaders meet. Share insights and learn from each other online
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Malcolm Pacific Ltd Cameron Pritchard +64 9 309 4187 malcolmpacific.com Malcolm Pacific Immigration has the largest team of licensed immigration advisers in the country. Our specialists handle all visa types for employers, individuals and families. In business for 35 years. Over 60,000 successful clients. Mardag Holdings Ltd Treena van Rijssel +64 4 237 8912 mardag.co.nz 100% New Zealand owned and operated and provides innovative solutions for the electrical industry. We represent some of the leading German Electrical manufacturers such as OBO Bettermann, Hensel, Flexa, FTG, Wiska,... Masport Ltd Steve Hughes +64 9 571 1200 masport.co.nz Masport are distributors of outdoor power equipment, lawn, garden and lifestyle products including rotary, electric, hand and cordless mowers; ride-on mowers; chipper shredders; brush cutters; log splitters; water pumps; barbecues and patio heaters.
Massey University Auckland Dr Gregory Chawynski 0212110206 massey.ac.nz Massey leads university education in construction management and quantity surveying in New Zealand. We offer the only bachelor’s degrees in both majors by a New Zealand university and our master’s degree offers the most diversified specialisations. All programmes are contemporary and tailored to fit industry needs. Mayfair Luxury Hotels Ltd Nicki Press +64 3 595 6335 mayfairluxuryhotels.com Offering a fresh take on modern luxury, The Mayfair is a premier luxury boutique hotel experience unlike any other in Christchurch.
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thinkstep Ltd Barbara Nebel +64 4 889 2520 thinkstep-anz.com We enable organisations to succeed sustainably. For 15+ years our team of experts have been helping businesses build
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Transfer Pricing and Tax Solutions Ltd Mark Loveday +64 274 899 336 tpts.co.nz International tax advisors, with special emphasis on transfer pricing, and providers of corporate tax advice/compliance. Urban Gourmet Ltd Kirsty O’Leary +64 9 366 3086 urbangourmet.co.nz Fresh gourmet food, perfectly delivered to your office or your event. Uvex Safety NZ Ltd David Sierra +64 800 698 839 uvex.com We protect people. At work and at play. On the production line and on the ski slope. While welding or while riding. uvex is one brand with one mission: protecting people. UZIN Utz South Pacific Ltd Walter Kuch +64 9 424 0366 nz.uzin.com Innovative solutions for the new installation, value maintenance and renovation of all types of floor covering Vladi Private Islands GmbH Farhad Vladi +49 40 338 989 vladi-private-islands.de Is the world’s leading private island agency, specialising in the sale and rental of privatelyowned islands worldwide. In the past 40 years, we have handled the sale of over 2,650 islands and have rented out thousands of island beds.
VTNZ | DEKRA NZ Ltd Greg Oconnor +64 4 495 2500 vtnz.co.nz VTNZ, acquired by Dekra SE, is the leading independent vehicle safety experts in New Zealand. With branches nationwide and a team of over 500 Automotive Technicians we specialise in entry and roadworthiness inspections for all vehicle classes. Wallenius Wilhelmsen Ocean AS Richard Chu +64 9 926 5780 walleniuswilhelmsen.com Wallenius Wilhelmsen delivers innovative and sustainable global shipping and logistics solutions for manufacturers of cars, trucks, heavy equipment, and specialised cargo. Wanganui Regional Partnership Mat Nowak WRP is a partnership of domestic and International public as well as private organisations.
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ZION Motorhomes Ltd Claudia Schoushkoff +64 800 112 828 zionmotorhomes.co.nz Our wide range of vehicle options help create wonderful memories for new friends allowing you to choose the perfect motorhome of your dreams. Experience our Concierge-Supported Luxury German motorhomes manufactured by Dethleffs, Frankia Morelo, Sunlight, Niesmann & Bischoff and Carthago. Come and visit our State-of-the-Art showroom in Pokeno.
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