New Zealand-based multinational dairy co-operative Fonterra has opened a new rail link into its Darfield’s site, which is expected to carry 200,000 tons of milk powder in its first year of operation.
The train is expected to carry a load of approximately 90 trucks every day when the second drier comes on line later this year, according to Fonterra.
Fonterra stated that the site's second distribution center has been completed on schedule and progress on the second drier is on track, with the first milk powder scheduled for late August.
Fonterra Director John Monaghan said this new rail link connects Fonterra's Darfield's distribution center to New Zealand's rail line through to Lyttleton Ports of Christchurch. From there it's on to China, South East Asia and the Middle East.
Fonterra Logistics Network Development & Design general manager Andy Sanderson said rail connects Fonterra to New Zealand's key ports, from where products are exported to over 100 markets worldwide.
"Fonterra Darfield is on track to produce 85,000 metric tonnes of milk powder for customers this season, and our new rail link will provide a safe, efficient connection to Lyttleton Ports of Christchurch," Sanderson added.
