Fletcher Construction

The impressive work of BPC’s Central Region team repairing major storm damage to SH2 Karangahake Gorge was celebrated at the Civil Contractors New Zealand (CCNZ) Waikato Awards with a win in Category 2 – projects of $1M - $5M.

The judges said significant damage to SH2 Karangahake Gorge required a rapid response by NZTA to reinstate this vital link and “BPC responded by establishing the resources and skills to deliver these works in a high risk, high traffic, and river environment”.

“The client was impressed by the high quality and pace of the project, which included additional slips all completed within the tight three-month project, allowing SH2 to fully open for traffic on time.”

Congratulations to everyone involved!

What better way to learn about what BPC is delivering for CentrePort than from a ferry on Wellington harbour. As part of our sponsorship of this year’s Wellington region Girls in Infrastructure event, we gave senior secondary school students an uninterrupted view of BPC’s work on the Cook Strait Ferry Replacement Programme along with the daily operations at the port.

We’re proud to support Girls in Infrastructure events, promoting awareness of the wide range of career opportunities in the infrastructure industry to students in year 12 and 13.

As well as the ferry ride, the girls had the opportunity to interact with heavy machinery and construction technology, chat to education providers, and meet people working across the industry. Operating our remote-controlled trench compactor proved particularly popular.

We’re hosting a Bridges to Schools workshop in Hamilton on Wednesday 17 June, 5 pm – and you’re invited.

This free programme introduces students to engineering through hands-on bridge building, sparking curiosity and confidence in STEM. Join us to learn how you can bring it to your local school and hear from industry professionals about pathways into engineering.

Whether you’re passionate about education, engineering, or giving back to your community, this is a simple and rewarding way to make a difference.

WHERE: Gallagher Academy of Performing Arts, University of Waikato
WHEN: 17 June 2026, from 5pm (networking, hands-on activities, and presentations)
Free tickets available, to register visit https://ow.ly/XG3450Z3Hhg