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GENERAL: AIA: AIA Export business spreads its wings at Auckland Airport

Media Release l 26 November 2014

Export business spreads its wings at Auckland Airport

CEVA Logistics has announced plans to nearly double the size of its existing
facility at Auckland Airport's business district.
The global freight management company is expanding its warehouse from 7,700m?
to 14,600m? only two years after relocating to purpose built premises at
Auckland Airport's business district.  CEVA Logistics also expects to grow
its workforce by an additional 20 employees as a result of the expansion.
"We've had tremendous growth since moving to Auckland Airport. Being in close
proximity to the freight terminals and major road arterials means that we can
serve our customers better," says Mat Vermeulen, CEVA Logistics' New Zealand
Country Manager.  "As well as this, with more than 40,000 cars driving past
our warehouse every day, the building has essentially become a giant
billboard for us."
The CEVA facility was developed by Auckland Airport and forms part of a
substantial and rapidly growing business destination. Significant investments
by Auckland Airport have been made to create a quality staff environment for
businesses operating within the Airport's business district.  This includes
the creation of running trails and mountain bike tracks, as well as the
development of shopping and food and beverage amenities.
"The amenities provided at Auckland Airport, from the retail centre with its
food outlets and cafes, through to a new touch rugby competition, make it an
enjoyable place to work. The location has certainly helped us to become an
employer of choice," finishes Mr Vermeulen.
Mark Thomson, Auckland Airport's general manager property, says CEVA
Logistics' expansion reinforces the benefits of partnering with Auckland
Airport, which has significant land holdings and a long-term vision.
"CEVA is a global top ten logistics provider with a significant presence in
the Asia-Pacific region. This facility was designed in partnership with CEVA
so that it could support growth of the freight management company seamlessly
and efficiently and avoid the need to relocate. We are thrilled to be able to
support CEVA's expansion in New Zealand."
The new facility is expected to be operational in 2015.

ENDS

About The District at Auckland Airport

The District is New Zealand's ultimate business location offering the ability
to work, play, rest, shop, dine and fly. More than a business park, The
District also provides free recreation spaces including an Outdoor Gallery
with works from 11 New Zealand artists, a Runway Mountain Bike Park and a
newly-opened Footy Field.

For more information about The District visit
www.aucklandairport.co.nz/Property/.aspx, where you can also sign up to
receive the regular e-newsletter and find out about upcoming events at The
District.

For further information, please contact:

Katie Moore
+64 9 255 9061
+64 27 473 1989
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