Booth’s Logistics has opened new depots in Auckland and New Plymouth as it looks to provide greater support across the Taranaki region and increase its footprint and transport services through Auckland.

“Both of these branches play a key part in our commitment to delivering the best logistics solutions we can and to provide a unique Kiwi-owned nationwide network that connects the regions to all key metro locations and beyond,” said Angus Petrie, general manager – Freight.

New fit for purpose Auckland freight hub

Booth’s will move its existing freight hub operation, currently on Browns Road in Manurewa, to a fit-for-purpose facility located at 32 Bell Ave, Mount Wellington.

“Auckland plays a vital role in supporting all aspects of our north and south bound freight networks and we are excited to be moving to a facility that allows for greater capacity and capability, but also offers improvements in ease of operation for the benefit of our customers and our team,” said Petrie.

The depot will be led by Maree Smith, who previously managed the Rotorua branch.

New cross dock facility and freight depot in New Plymouth

The company will also move into a cross dock facility in New Plymouth located at 1/220 De Havilland Drive, Bell Block, New Plymouth.

“This facility is part of our ongoing effort to support the regions and improve our service coverage in and out of Taranaki,” said Petrie.

This facility is now fully operational and being serviced daily via Palmerston North and Auckland. New Plymouth customers can access an overnight service across the North Island and a 2 – 3 day service into Booth’s South Island networks.

Wayne Mehrtens will oversee the New Plymouth branch.