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New Zealand
Wine

The Shipping Line New Zealand Wine Shippers can Count On

New Zealand wines have earned a global reputation for their distinctive character, premium quality, and sustainable production. With around 90% of locally produced wine destined for export, wineries need a logistics partner that understands the importance of reliable transit, careful cargo handling, and consistent shipping performance.

From Marlborough and Hawke’s Bay to Central Otago, Wairarapa, Nelson, and Canterbury, MSC New Zealand supports wineries with dependable export solutions backed by local expertise and a far-reaching global network. Whether you are transporting bottled wine or bulk shipments, we help protect product integrity from winery to final destination.

Why Choose MSC New Zealand?

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    Reliable connections to key wine markets across North America, Europe, Asia, Australia, and beyond

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    Dry, reefer, and flexibag solutions for bottled and bulk wine

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    Integrated inland transport and door-to-door logistics across New Zealand.

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    Local Kiwi specialists supported by MSC’s global network.

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    Digital tools that make it easier to book, manage, and track shipments.

A World-Class Fleet for a World Class Drop

New Zealand’s wine regions produce distinctive cool-climate wines that are sought after across the globe. From Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc and Central Otago Pinot Noir to Hawke’s Bay Syrah and Chardonnay, MSC New Zealand helps wineries connect with international customers through shipping solutions tailored to the wine trade.

Work with the Sommeliers of Global Shipping

Whether you are shipping bottled wine, bulk wine, or premium vintages, protecting quality throughout the journey is essential. MSC New Zealand combines dependable schedules, careful cargo handling, and dry, reefer, or flexibag options to help safeguard every shipment from cellar door to final destination.

From Cellar Door to Destination

Our expertise goes beyond ocean freight. MSC New Zealand can combine inland transport, door-to-door logistics, and digital shipment visibility to simplify your export journey with one trusted logistics partner.

Clink a Glass to Global Reach

With services connecting New Zealand to North America, Europe, Asia, Australia, and beyond, MSC helps wineries reach established and emerging markets efficiently and reliably. Backed by local specialists and a global network, we keep New Zealand wine moving to customers around the world.

Did you know?

New Zealand wine is exported to more than 100 countries, with annual export value exceeding NZ$2 billion. Sauvignon Blanc leads the way, while Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, and other distinctive regional styles continue to build New Zealand’s premium reputation worldwide. New Zealand may account for only a small share of global wine production, but its distinctive wines have an outsized international presence. Long sunshine hours, cool nights, diverse soils, and maritime influences help create the vibrant flavours and freshness for which New Zealand wine is renowned.

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