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Biotechnology


A two page profile of New Zealand’s Biotechnology sector.



A one page profile of New Zealand’s Animal Based Therapeutics opportunities.



A one page profile of New Zealand's Biopharmaceuticals opportunities.



A one page profile of New Zealand's Natural Products opportunities.



Welsh contract pharmaceutical developer NuPharm chose Hamilton, New Zealand, as the Asia Pacific location of their new drug formulation and trial manufacture facility.



BioPacificVentures, Australasia’s biggest life sciences venture capital fund, was launched in March 2005. The NZ$150 million fund is a partnership between New Zealand and Swiss venture capital managers.



An overview document profiling New Zealand Biotechnology Companies and Research Institutions with world class capability.



An industry overview of New Zealand’s Medical Technology industry including profiles of companies and research institutions that are excelling in that field.


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Creative Industries - Screen Production


This report outlines the complex financial 'behind the scenes' aspects of the growing global film industry.


New Zealand Screen Production Guides

July 2003

In-depth profiles of New Zealand as a screen production destination; with information on cost and regulation structures, talent and skill base and location variety.



A two page profile of New Zealand’s Creative Industries sector.



A one page profile of New Zealand's Feature Film opportunities.



A one page profile of New Zealand's Television opportunities.



A one page profile of New Zealand’s Television Commercials opportunities.



This case study showcases New Zealand TVC animation and digital effects.



Universal Studios discovered a wealth of experienced, solution-focused crews, post-production, and talent in multi-cultural New Zealand.



Disney Walden Media discovered a magical place with magical people.



New Zealand’s diverse locations, on-screen production value and unique production innovations made Peter Jackson’s blockbuster production a reality.


Information and Communications Technology

May 2005

A two page outline of New Zealand’s Information and Communications Technology sector.



A one page profile of New Zealand's Telecom Services opportunities.




A one page profile of New Zealand's Software opportunities.



EDS gave its New Zealand subsidiary 'Best Shore' accreditation for efficiency in four major areas: production engineering, software development, information technology outsourcing and contact centre work.



Less expensive, efficient, high-tech telecommunications infrastructure enabled Air New Zealand to replace 108 offshore contact centre FTEs with only 64 FTEs in New Zealand.



A New Zealand company is the chosen outsourcing R&D partner for a large Indian engineering corporate.



A research report & model on New Zealand as a location for a software development centre.


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Food & Beverage

May 2005

A two page profile of New Zealand’s Food and Beverage sector.



A one page profile of New Zealand's Dairy opportunities.



A one page profile of New Zealand's Functional Foods opportunities.

A one page profile of New Zealand’s Wine industry opportunities.



European giant Groupe Danone’s investment in Frucor – New Zealand’s energy drinks pioneer - has enabled the most successful beverage launch in China in years.



New Zealand’s investment package of disease-free status, top quality meat supply and manufacturing expertise boosts Jack Links’ bottom-line.



A great future looms for this boutique New Zealand ultra premium wine brand.


Old Fashioned Foods Case Study (83 Kb PDF)

July 2006

An innovative New Zealand company exporting convenient steam puddings to the UK has caught the eye of an international investment fund.



A report outlining opportunities to invest in premium NZ bottled water.



A broad overview of New Zealand’s health ingredients & functional foods industry and potential investment opportunities. The document includes a selection of company case studies and research organisation case studies.



An in-depth market intelligence report that examines the current state of the New Zealand aquaculture industry.



A marketing document summarising New Zealand competitive advantages in wine. It includes 4 case studies highlighting success stories to date and outline key investment opportunities.



A marketing document summarising New Zealand competitive advantages in meat. It includes 4 case studies highlighting success stories to date and outline key investment opportunities.


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Specialised Manufacturing


A two page profile of New Zealand's Specialised Manufacturing sector.



A one page profile of New Zealand's Aviation opportunities.



A one page profile of New Zealand's Marine opportunities.



A one page profile of New Zealand’s Composite Technology opportunities.



Pratt & Whitney was looking for an aero-engineering workshop with a global reputation for excellence and innovation. The company found what it needed in Christchurch, New Zealand.


July 2006

New Zealand boat designers and manufacturing company, Rayglass, are stamping a bigger footprint globally.



A marketing document summarising New Zealand’s key competitive advantages in the Marine industry including potential investment opportunities.



This report provides an overview of the New Zealand energy industry.


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Wood Processing

JPC Cost Competitiveness Models and Business Case Reports

December 2004

These reports outline the cost structures of wood processing in New Zealand.


May 2005

A two page overview of New Zealand's Wood Processing sector.



A one page profile of New Zealand's Medium Density Fibreboard opportunities.



A one page profile of New Zealand's Specialty Wood Products opportunities.



Norwegian paper company Norske Skog discovered reliable, sustainable wood supply and active government support for investment in New Zealand.


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General

A Land of Extraordinary Opportunity Document

December 2006

As Investment New Zealand's flagship publication, this document provides a succinct overview of New Zealand's compelling business advantages.


Competitive Benchmarking Data set

July 2005

These comprehensive data sets benchmark New Zealand’s competitiveness as an investment destination against other OECD countries.


New Zealand in Profile and New Zealand Business Costs

March 2006

These two data sets succinctly capture New Zealand’s national profile and business environment. Data is based on statistics sourced from government economic departments and private sector service providers.



This report provides an overview of the New Zealand energy industry.



This report outlines consent processes which may be required under the Resource Management Act (RMA) for the construction and operation of new industrial facilities.