DITCH WITCH AND NZ ASTT BRING INDUSTRY TOGETHER AT AUCKLAND AND WELLINGTON BREAKFAST FORUMS

Ditch Witch was proud to join forces with Blair Telfer and the New Zealand chapter of the Australasian Society for Trenchless Technology (NZ ASTT) for the recent Breakfast Forums held in Auckland and Wellington.

Designed to bring professionals together from across the trenchless and infrastructure sectors, the events offered a valuable platform for knowledge-sharing, discussion, and networking.

Attendees included contractors, engineers, council representatives, and suppliers all eager to engage with the latest developments in trenchless technology.

The forums featured a strong lineup of speakers, each highlighting innovative projects and solutions currently shaping the field. Topics ranged from advanced horizontal directional drilling (HDD) methods to cutting-edge rehabilitation techniques and case studies showcasing real-world problem solving. The sessions were both informative and practical, offering insight into how trenchless methods are evolving to meet today’s infrastructure demands.

“The energy in the room was fantastic,” said Ditch Witch NZ GM John Grant. “It’s clear that the appetite for collaboration and innovation in this space is only growing.”

Participants praised the events for their engaging format and relevant content, as well as the opportunity to connect with peers and exchange ideas in a relaxed, early morning breakfast setting.

Ditch Witch remains committed to supporting industry education and innovation, and views events like these as essential to the continued growth and professionalism of the trenchless sector in New Zealand.

With momentum building, the team encourages anyone interested in the future of underground infrastructure to attend upcoming forums in 2026.

Reach out to your local Ditch Witch Support person for more info on how to join us in 2026.