PORT of Auckland is celebrating a strong financial year ending 30 June 2026 recording, like rival Tauranga, a record underlying net profit after tax but unlike Tauranga also seeing a significant trade increase.
Port of Auckland said container throughput was up 5.5% to 932,209 TEU, car volumes up 17.7%, and roll-on roll-off tonnage up 27.2% helping drive a UNPAT of NZ$111.2 million, up 30% on FY25. Statutory NPAT of $116.3m includes one-off gains and other items of $5.1 million in total during the year. Revenue of $403.8 million, was up from $393 million in FY25.
“The result reflects a relentless focus on safety, disciplined cost management, consistent operational performance and stronger customer partnerships, while reinforcing the port’s role as a critical economic asset for Auckland — supporting trade, jobs and regional growth. For the year the Board has declared a $55 million dividend to Auckland Council,” Port of Auckland said.
Port of Auckland chair Jan Dawson said the result showed the port had continued to strengthen its performance which allows it to invest for the long term.
“This has been another important year for the port and reflects the significant progress the business has made. The result has been built on safe and stable operations, increased volumes, consistent execution and the commitment of our people, while continuing to build the infrastructure and capability Auckland will need for the future,” Ms Dawson said.
“The port plays a critical role in supporting Auckland’s economy. We are an important gateway for Auckland and New Zealand to global markets, we enable trade, support thousands of jobs and generate returns that benefit Aucklanders.
“Our focus remains on delivering sustainable returns for Auckland Council while ensuring we remain a preferred port for our customers and the communities we serve.”
Port of Auckland chief executive Roger Gray said the FY26 result demonstrated the strength of the business, a relentless focus on safety and the ports’ ability to fund investment while continuing to return value to Auckland.
“Our people have delivered another safe year with stable and efficient operations. I’m really proud of their effort, handling the higher volume which drove performance - allowing us to pay a $55 million dividend to Auckland Council, and by extension the people of greater Auckland.
“We’re continuing to invest in the infrastructure, systems and assets that will support our next phase of growth and help us deliver even better customer experiences,” Mr Gray said.
“We have a stable mix of trades across our car and vehicle import business, cruise, bulk and breakbulk cargo, and containers, which helps deliver these results. From these trades our operating cash flow was $181.7 million, which gives us a strong base to keep supporting our customers and deliver sustainable long-term value for Auckland.
“The port’s balance sheet remained strong at year end, with total assets of $1.62 billion, and total equity of $1.10 billion.
“As New Zealand’s largest import port, we play a critical role in keeping goods moving, supporting businesses and ensuring Auckland remains connected to the world. Continued investment today will help ensure we can meet the needs of customers and the region well into the future,” Mr Gray said.