Source: New Zealand Government
Minister of Transport Chris Bishop has today announced the appointment of Michael Ahie as Deputy Chair of the New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) Board.
“I welcome this new appointment. Michael brings more than 20 years of governance and Chair experience across agribusiness, science and innovation, financial services, education and export-led sectors, with a strong focus on risk and assurance, and industry and business transformation.
“He is currently Chair of Payments NZ and the Nominations Committee at the Institute of Directors, as well as a director of Zespri International and Rothbury Insurance Brokers, and has previously chaired organisations including Massey University and Plant & Food Research.
“Michael also brings significant experience in organisational and industry transformation, including through leadership roles with Toyota New Zealand, the New Zealand Dairy Board and PGG Wrightson.
“These are valuable skillsets as NZTA continues its focus on improving delivery through business transformation initiatives and lifting performance across regulation, infrastructure investment, maintenance and resilience, while ensuring value for money across the National Land Transport Programme.
“Michael’s leadership skills will assist the Board as NZTA navigates the challenges and opportunities ahead.
“I also thank outgoing Deputy Chair Cassandra Crowley for her seven years of service on the Board and the valuable leadership she has provided as Risk and Assurance Committee Chair, Deputy Chair from 1 July 2020, and Acting Chair for short periods,” Mr Bishop said.
Mr Ahie’s term starts on 1 October 2026 and is for one year.
Original source: https://nz.mil-osi.com/2026/09/24/new-deputy-chair-appointment-to-the-nzta-board/