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20/EXE/55(Amendment #1)

We are pleased to confirm that the Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand (CAA) have issued 20/EXE/55(Amendment #1) which is an amendment to the Exemption from the Requirement in Civil Aviation Rule CAR92.205, and we have pleasure in providing a copy for your...

Fire breaks out in Airport Oaks

A massive fire is being battled in the same street as our main office which is located within Airport Oaks, Auckland. The surrounding streets have been cornered off to allow the fire department to bring the fire under control. As such, our office is currently closed...

COVID-19 Key Information for Course Attendees

13th May 2020 Re: Key information for attendees: change of training procedures and policies due to COVID-19 Registration at reception A waiting area will be set up outside the building. Individuals within this waiting area must wait to be “buzzed” into the...

Changes to Lithium Battery Labels & Mark

The 58th edition of the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations, effective since 1 January 2017, has incoporated changes to the mark and label for Lithium Battery shipments. There is a two year transition period therefore the current lithium battery handling label may...

Welcome 2017, Happy New Year!

Another Christmas and New Year has rushed by in a blink. The team at DGM have come back refreshed and ready to tackle 2017 with more vigor than ever, so let's start the new year strong with a few interesting reads: [list style="style4"] [li]Chemical spill sparks bin...

Message from Don Malcolm

It is the time of year where we take the time to reflect on our good fortune and think of those who do it tough every day. As an organisation, we’ve always tried to be a good corporate citizen, and this is only possible because of the efforts of every one of our...

Naughty or Nice?

Christmas shopping is in full swing and with it comes a spike in the volume of items being sent domestically and internationally, including dangerous goods. Can you tell which popular Christmas gifts are classified as dangerous goods for transport? A. Tanning...

Delivery Delays

As many of your are aware North Canterbury has suffered a severe earthquake and this has been felt by many across New Zealand. Please see below for specific reports from Mainfreight and Courier Post: Mainfreight update: Earthquake New Zealand 14 November 2016 "Early...

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