Port of Auckland recorded significant volume growth and a record underlying net profit after tax during the financial year ending 30 June 2026.
Underlying net profit after tax reached $111.2 million, up 30% from $85.4 million in FY25.
Statutory net profit after tax increased by 28% to $116.3 million. The figure included $5.1 million in one-off gains and other items.
Container throughput rose by 5.5% to 932,209 TEUs during FY26.
The port handled 202,555 cars, representing an increase of 17.7%. Roll-on roll-off tonnage also grew by 27.2% to 1.15 million tonnes.
Container volumes transported by rail increased by 64.4% to 172,410 TEUs.
However, the number of cruise ship calls declined by 33.3% to 78.
Port of Auckland’s revenue increased to $403.8 million from $393 million in FY25.
The port attributed the result to higher volumes, improved efficiency and lower operating cost pressures across key business areas.
Operating cash flow reached $181.7 million, providing funding for future investment.
The board declared a dividend of $55 million to Auckland Council, up from $52 million in the previous financial year.
“This has been another important year for the port and reflects the significant progress the business has made,” said Jan Dawson, Chair of Port of Auckland.
“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,” she added.
“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,” Dawson continued.
Port of Auckland is investing in infrastructure and technology programmes designed to increase capacity, improve resilience and support future growth.
“Our people have delivered another safe year with stable and efficient operations,” said Roger Gray, Chief Executive Officer of Port of Auckland.
“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,” he added.
“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,” Gray concluded.
