Fact sheets and brochures

For most New Zealand businesses, fuel represents a substantial portion of operating costs – more than 11% if you have a heavy vehicle fleet.

The good news is that you could save 20% on your fuel bill through relatively simple measures such as educating staff about good driving practice, and regular maintenance.

This guide on biodiesel and biodiesel blends is for those who sell, service or manage diesel-powered vehicles. It is designed to help them understand biodiesel blends, how to avoid problems, and what to tell drivers or clients.

For many businesses, refrigeration systems consume large amounts of electricity, thereby contributing greatly to operating costs. Improvements to technical aspects of operations have the potential to reduce energy use by up to 40%, whilst simple improvements in operational practices can reduce energy use by 15%.

Aimed at refrigeration operators, this guide outlines system changes that can be made to improve the performance of equipment, reduce operating costs and improve profitability.