Policy & Advocacy

NZSME engages directly with government on the policy issues that matter most to manufacturers — from trade settings to energy costs to workforce skills.

Regulatory Compliance

Reducing unnecessary compliance burden on manufacturers.

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Energy & Manufacturing Costs

Keeping energy costs sustainable for local production.

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Trade & Export Policy

Supporting manufacturers competing in export markets.

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Manufacturing Skills & Workforce

Closing the skills gap in trades and engineering.

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Recent Submissions & Responses

Submission on Manufacturing Skills Strategy27 Jun 2026 · Manufacturing Skills & Workforce
Response to Export Trade Consultation6 Jun 2026 · Trade & Export Policy
Energy Pricing Policy Response16 May 2026 · Energy & Manufacturing Costs
Position Statement on Regulatory Burden25 Apr 2026 · Regulatory Compliance
Public Comment on Workforce Immigration Settings4 Apr 2026 · Manufacturing Skills & Workforce
Submission on Apprenticeship Funding14 Mar 2026 · Trade & Export Policy

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