Connecting New Zealand with the world through integrated port, logistics and freight forwarding services

3 Islands Intermodal is a proudly Kiwi-owned port services and logistics company, with a 600+ strong team operating across 19 locations nationwide. We support the movement of essential cargo through New Zealand’s ports, inland depots and freight networks, drawing on a heritage that traces back to 1875.

From major port operations to container services, inland logistics and international freight forwarding, we help customers move goods safely, reliably and efficiently across New Zealand and beyond.

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We exist to keep New Zealand moving.

3 Islands Intermodal connects customers, cargo, and supply chains through a national network of port operations, inland depots, container services and freight forwarding capability. Our work supports exporters, importers, producers, infrastructure projects and the communities that rely on resilient, well-functioning supply chains.

We are building a genuinely New Zealand - owned intermodal business with the scale, systems and discipline to serve customers today, with the capability, governance and standards needed for the future. This reflects our vision to grow a leading New Zealand - owned business in port services, shipping and logistics.

  • 600+ strong team

    Our people operate across ports, depots, logistics and support functions nationwide.

  • 19 operating locations

    We operate across 19 locations nationwide, supporting customers through a growing intermodal network.

  • 11 major port operations

    Since returning to New Zealand ownership, the company has expanded from eight to eleven port operations.

  • Fully intermodal

    The acquisition of Boxman assets and contracts in 2025 enabled the integration of six inland depots and container operations, making 3 Islands fully intermodal for the first time.

  • National network

    Our network connects port services, inland depots, airport warehousing and freight forwarding capability, giving customers practical access to multiple points in the supply chain.

  • Heritage tracing back to 1875

    3 Islands draws on a heritage connected to the terminals division of the Union Steam Ship Company of New Zealand Ltd, established in 1875.