Nelson-Tasman transport companies earn top safety rating
Friday 28 Mar 2025
Two Nelson-Tasman transport companies, Stuart Drummond Transport
Limited and Borlase Transport, have achieved
the prestigious five-star rating in the Log Transport Safety
Council Health and Safety Contractor Audit, placing them among
only 14 companies nationwide to receive this elite recognition.
This achievement represents the highest level of safety excellence in
the log transport industry and reflects both companies' unwavering
commitment to maintaining the highest possible standards in their
operations.
"We are incredibly proud to have achieved a 5-Star rating in the
Health and Safety Contractor Audit. Safety has always been a top
priority for our company, reflected in both our resources and
the commitment and dedication of our entire team. It’s rewarding
to see that when tested against a rigorous industry audit, we have
achieved the highest result," said Harry Llewellyn, General Manager of
Stuart Drummond Transport.
"This achievement is truly a team effort – from our workshop team
to our drivers and office staff. High standards must be demonstrated
across all areas of the business, and this result is a testament to the
collective dedication of our team", said Harry.
"Reaching this five-star benchmark reflects years of continuous
improvement and our team's daily commitment to safety," said
Steve Borlase, Business Manager for Borlase Transport. "We're proud to
be part of this exclusive group of transport operators who set the
standard for safety in New Zealand, said Steve."
Both companies serve as key transport partners for
OneFortyOne's New Zealand Forests business, handling the
critical task of safely transporting logs from forest to market.
"Working with partners who prioritise safety at this level is
fundamental to our operations," said Shaun Truelock, General Manager of
OneFortyOne's New Zealand Forests business. "Their achievement of
this five-star rating reinforces our confidence in their operations and
aligns perfectly with our values of safety, excellence, and
responsibility. When you see these trucks on the road, you can be
confident they're meeting the highest safety standards."
The Log Transport Safety Council Certified Contractor Audit is a
rigorous assessment that evaluates transport operators' health and
safety systems, operational procedures, and compliance standards. The
five-star rating represents exceptional performance across all measured
criteria.
This recognition comes at a time when safety standards in the transport
industry are increasingly important, with customers and communities
alike expecting the highest levels of responsibility from operators
handling large loads on public roads.
Both transport companies look forward to maintaining these elite
standards and continuing their successful partnerships with clients who
value safety excellence.
Source: OneFortyOne
Image credit: Stuart Drummond Transport

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