Working group to address safety of imports
An emergency working group has been set up, to find a way to eliminate the bugs from the ships currently affected, and enable the safe discharge of their cargo.
Posted on 16 February, 2018
VIA staff are working proactively with the Ministry of Primary Industries (MPI), attending their meeting with industry yesterday to gain updated information and provide input on potential solutions. No particular type of cargo (new or used cars, industrial or agricultural machinery) has yet been identified exclusively as carrying the bugs. VIA will also continue to work on medium and longer-term prevention measures, and keep all our members informed of developments.
If you find any evidence of insect infestation, phone the 24/7 MPI Exotic Pest and Disease Hotline on 0800 80 99 66 and report it immediately.
