On-site inspections – A thing of the past?
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In a move to streamline the building consent process in New Zealand, Building and Construction Minister Chris Penk has announced the government’s plan to make remote inspections the default approach for building consent authorities.
Strategic Partnerships and Market Expansion
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The exclusive partnership between New Zealand’s International Building Supplies Ltd and AUPUP is a prime example of the strategic benefits that can be realised through international collaboration in the building materials sector.
Opening up New Zealand’s building materials market to internationally certified products
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Opening up New Zealand’s building materials market to internationally certified products could lead to cost reductions, access to a broader range of products, and increased market efficiency.
Importing from China – A trap for young players
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Importing building materials from China is nothing new. However, those who are resourceful or brave enough to deal directly with China, can quickly come unstuck…….
Shakeup of the building products sector
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In a significant move to combat the rising costs of construction and streamline the building process in New Zealand, the Minister of Building and Construction, Chris Penk…….
2024 Chinese International Business Conference
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In January 2024 International Building Supplies Director Maggie Chen was invited to represent New Zealand at the Chinese (Guangdong) Consultative Conference.
2023 International Building Materials Alliance
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International Building Supplies were invited to Hong Kong to take part in the International Building Materials Alliance (IBMA) Conference…..