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Christchurch Airport just unveiled a $40 million freight expansion, doubling its cargo capacity with space for eight planes at once and a new apron larger than six rugby fields. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon hailed it as vital infrastructure fueling the South Island’s economic surge, joking the rest of the country should be like Canterbury. CEO Justin Watson explained the upgrade responds to booming e-commerce and faster delivery demands, with direct plane-to-facility access. DHL is already there, and FedEx is set to join soon—positioning Christchurch as a global gateway for the South Island’s rising momentum.

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