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Mayor Brown takes port lease off the table, eyes $1.1b profit

Auckland council would have retained underlying land, while successful bidder would have acquired the right to operate port business for a set period.

A long-term lease for the Port of Auckland is no longer being considered by Auckland Council.

Liam Rātana Tue, 07 May 2024
Key points
  • What’s at stake: The Port of Auckland is aiming for a $1.1 billion profit in a decade, with Auckland Council abandoning the plan to sell a long-term lease.
  • Background: After a period of market exploration and performance improvements, the Port of Auckland has opted against selling a lease, instead focusing on operational enhancements and fee increases to meet ambitious profit targets.
  • Key players: Mayor Wayne Brown, Roger Gray, Port of Auckland, Port of Tauranga, Auckland Council.

Auckland’s mayor Wayne Brown has confirmed the proposed sale of a long-term lease for the Port of Auckland is no longer being considered.

“We’ve taken time to explore all options for the port and test the market. It’s helped us understand what the opportunities are and what our expectations

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Liam Rātana Tue, 07 May 2024
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Key points
  • What’s at stake: The Port of Auckland is aiming for a $1.1 billion profit in a decade, with Auckland Council abandoning the plan to sell a long-term lease.
  • Background: After a period of market exploration and performance improvements, the Port of Auckland has opted against selling a lease, instead focusing on operational enhancements and fee increases to meet ambitious profit targets.
  • Key players: Mayor Wayne Brown, Roger Gray, Port of Auckland, Port of Tauranga, Auckland Council.
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