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Port of Auckland has surpassed financial forecasts, reporting a record underlying net profit after tax (UNPAT) of $85.4 million up 55% on last years’ UNPAT of $55.2m and revenue of $393 million for the year ended 30 June 2025, up from $339 million in FY24. Statutory NPAT of $90.8 million includes one-off revaluations and other items of $5.4 million in total.  


In recognition of these results, the port will pay a full year trading dividends of $52 million. The port also provided a $45 million special dividend to Auckland Council following the sale of its stake in Marsden Maritime Holdings (MMH), which is being contributed directly to the Auckland Future Fund.  


The port achieved this result by significantly increasing container volumes, improving safe productivity and building customer confidence in its ability to deliver reliable service. The port also implemented its pricing strategy, which contributed to the strong performance.  


Port of Auckland Chair Jan Dawson said this year has been a defining one for the port as they have focused on sustainable growth.  


“We’ve delivered strong financial results, accelerated infrastructure investment and deepened partnerships with our people, customers and communities – all underpinned by our strategy to strengthen our mana.” 


Container volumes rose by 5%, with customers responding positively to the port’s proximity to market and increased efficiency.  While volumes of some goods – such as vehicles and construction materials – declined, overall company performance remained resilient in a challenging economic environment. 


As well as the special dividend to Auckland Council, the port has also paid down $44 million in debt, reinforcing its financial strength ahead of its significant infrastructure investment. 


Port of Auckland CFO Andrew Clark said this performance positions the port well to invest for the future and ensure it can continue to create long-term value for Auckland.  


“I’m proud of the port team that has worked tirelessly to safely deliver a result that returns $1 million a week to Aucklanders through our trading dividend.  


“As we embark on the significant investments planned and lay the foundations for our next 40 years of growth, we remain focused on doing this in a way that will deliver the best outcome for our customers, our team and for Auckland. Our investments today are setting the stage for a stronger, more resilient port, playing a vital role in connecting New Zealand to the world. 


“Since the end of the financial year we have received fast-track consent for construction of a new berth at the northern end of Bledisloe wharf and to complete Fergusson North wharf. These upgrades will make the port big ship capable, allowing us to accommodate larger vessels and establish Auckland’s newest cruise terminal. They also enable the port to help increase public access to the waterfront while still maintaining efficient port operations.” 


Looking ahead, the port remains focused on improving services for customers and continuing to invest in infrastructure that supports the region’s growth and strengthens New Zealand’s position as a key international gateway. 


“We’ve had a strong year and look forward to another year of safely and reliably delivering for Auckland,” concluded Clark. 
 

Business Highlights: 

•    Applied for and have since received consent approval for Bledisloe and Fergusson North wharf developments.
•    Measurable improvements in injury prevention with a 20% reduction in high-potential near miss events.
•    Handled 883,516 TEU1 which is the highest annual volume since 2020.
•    Average on time vessel departures in the Fergusson Container Terminal is up 23%(from 49% to 72%).
•    Container import dwell times in the Fergusson Terminal averaged 2.0 days and vehicle dwell times2 in our Multi Cargo Terminal was 2.2 days.
•    Completed the conversion of the 27 blue straddles to manual operations and these are now all fully operational.
•    Won the Deloitte Top 200 Diversity and Inclusion Leadership Award. Jan Dawson won Deloitte Top 200 Chairperson of the Year.
•    Net Promotor Score (NPS) for this year was 34, up from 22 last year. Feedback highlighted improved communications, performance and customer support. Through our customer centricity programme, we have identified further areas where we can continue to improve.
•    Installed the inner city’s largest solar array on top of our car handling facility which is expected to supply around 6% of the port’s current electricity needs.
•    Completed the upgrade of our Fergusson Container Terminal operating system “N4”.
•    Return on Equity increased from 5.6% in FY24 to 8.5% in FY25.

 

1 TEU = one twenty foot equivalent container 
2 Excludes vehicles handled in the Toyota leased facility 

 

Notes to editor: 

•    Port of Auckland CEO, Roger Gray, is currently on annual leave. For media enquiries and interviews regarding the annual results, Port of Auckland CFO, Andrew Clark, is available to speak on behalf of the organisation.
•    Underlying NPAT excludes items such as revaluations, impairments and one off non-operating items such as the sale of MMH shares. Statutory NPAT includes revaluations $3.2m and depreciation adjustments on buildings of $2.2m.
•    Container ships work to schedules. Bulk and Multi cargo run on a first in first handled basis.

 

For media requests contact: 
Julie Wagener  

GM Communications, Government and Community Relations

027 421 6697 

[email protected] 

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