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…and the airline lodges a complaint with ComCom over Auckland Airport charges 22nd February 2024 / /

…and the airline lodges a complaint with ComCom over Auckland Airport charges

BARNZ labels the airport a “monopoly of monopolies” but the complaints about overspending are rejected by Auckland Airport.


BARNZ’s O’Brien urges new govt to resource border agencies, Ohakea airbase 19th October 2023 /

BARNZ’s O’Brien urges new govt to resource border agencies, Ohakea airbase

An investment in Ohakea’s airforce base would also support airlines landing there as an “alternate” inbound airport, says O’Brien.


…as airline groups say passengers will pay in the pocket, impacting travel 9th June 2023 / /

…as airline groups say passengers will pay in the pocket, impacting travel

Air New Zealand, Qantas and the Board of Airline Representatives of New Zealand have criticised Auckland Airport’s proposed landing fee increases for putting tourism at risk.


Budget 2023: Aviation looks for a better future 18th May 2023 /

Budget 2023: Aviation looks for a better future

Workforce boosts for critical aviation agencies, airport investment and improved fuel infrastructure are important for the future of aviation, writes BARNZ executive director Cath O’Brien.


BARNZ calls for better jet fuel holdings at ports 4th May 2023 /

BARNZ calls for better jet fuel holdings at ports

The Board of Airline Representatives is advocating for increased jet fuel holdings at multiple ports to ensure reliable and safe fuel supply for airlines.


Auckland Airport v airlines: $3.9bn upgrade plan sparks fight over prices 17th March 2023 /

Auckland Airport v airlines: $3.9bn upgrade plan sparks fight over prices

CEO Carrie Hurihanganui rejects criticisms from BARNZ of a lack of consultation and “monopolistic behaviour”.


People may be stuck “for several days” as overseas flights book out, warns BARNZ… 30th January 2023 /

People may be stuck “for several days” as overseas flights book out, warns BARNZ…

Airlines are trying to move passengers but are being hampered by flood-ravaged systems.


Airports must be properly prepared to process travellers – BARNZ 5th October 2022 /

Airports must be properly prepared to process travellers – BARNZ

Airports should have all necessary systems in place to cope with scheduled international flights, says the Board of Airline Representatives of New Zealand.


Let’s work towards decarbonising aviation – new BARNZ boss Cath O’Brien 14th September 2022 /

Let’s work towards decarbonising aviation – new BARNZ boss Cath O’Brien

The former head of regulatory affairs at Air NZ takes the reins from Justin Tighe-Umbers.


Heritage Hotels, BARNZ snap up Air NZ execs 2nd August 2022 /

Heritage Hotels, BARNZ snap up Air NZ execs

Heritage Hotel Management and BARNZ have recruited former Air New Zealand executives to help lead their organisations.


NZ, Singapore deal to bolster sustainable aviation 21st April 2022 /

NZ, Singapore deal to bolster sustainable aviation

The aviation industry has welcomed the New Zealand and Singapore governments’ Sustainable Aviation Arrangement to create a more sustainable future for aviation.


Airline industry hopeful of govt flexibility on borders 15th December 2021 /

Airline industry hopeful of govt flexibility on borders

Airline industry leaders are cautiously optimistic the government will shift away from its conservative stance towards allowing international travellers back to New Zealand once more data become available.


NZ “toughest market in the world” for airlines – BARNZ 4th December 2020 /

NZ “toughest market in the world” for airlines – BARNZ

Executive director Justin Tighe-Umbers says NZ risks being left behind as other countries resume international travel.


Work on ‘trans-Tasman bubble’ gathering momentum – BARNZ 22nd April 2020 /

Work on ‘trans-Tasman bubble’ gathering momentum – BARNZ

Industry will soon move into a working group phase on the proposal, says the airline association.


Airports v homes – airline group’s concerns over residential growth 25th February 2020 /

Airports v homes – airline group’s concerns over residential growth

Airlines are concerned about their ability to influence state housing developments when a new Parliamentary Bill becomes law.