Industry Focus
BGH Design & Manufacturing Hub
Taking Whanganui-led design & manufacturing excellence to the world. The Hub utilises BGH's combined 45 years of manufacturing & supply experience along with 25 years developing logistics and 3rd party warehousing expertise.
Design-led Manufacturing
Established by the Group in 2025, the Design & Manufacturing Hub is a collaboration that brings together Whanganui’s manufacturing strengths and capabilities.
The Hub improves productivity, increases the utilisation of new technologies, provides services to local and national manufacturing businesses, and builds Whanganui’s profile as a national leader in manufacturing processes.
Specialist Services
Utilising the Hub’s technology and expertise is possible for businesses needing specialist services or considering investment in tech and machinery.
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By supporting local and national industry, the Whanganui Design & Manufacturing Hub enables businesses to diversify, improve sustainability and increase productivity.
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If you're interested in using the Hub's specialist services, let's talk...
Connected Industry
Award-winning fixtures and display systems business GDM anchors the Hub with strategic support from aluminium fabrication specialists Ali Arc Industries, and warehousing and logistics leader Direct Connect.
It is further strengthened through its connection to the diverse businesses in the Bartley Group Holdings collective.
Exporting to the World
The Hub supports export growth, enabling better efficiency and improved competitive advantages for local and national manufacturers.
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The Group's manufacturing businesses operate across Australasia and North America while its logistics arm connects with Wellington daily.
The Hub facilitates transportation of container freight in partnership with Wellington's CentrePort, enabling export of thousands of tonnes of milk powder produced and processed in Whanganui and neighbouring regions. ​
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Key Details
45 YEARS OF
MANUFACTURING & SUPPLY
EXPERIENCE
Supplier of choice for high-volume retailers across NZ & Australia, manufacturing goods for B2B and B2C trading.
25 YEARS OF LOGISTICS & WAREHOUSING
EXPERTISE
Supporting dairy industry exports of more than 300,000 tonnes of product to 50 markets internationally.
PARTNERED WITH
WELLINGTON PORT
Joint-venture partner with Centreport, facilitating storage and transport of goods for local & export trade.
SUPPLYING
ACROSS DIVERSE RANGE OF SECTORS
Experienced supplier to retailers, hotels, businesses and end-consumers locally & internationally.
OPERATING FROM CITY RENOWNED FOR DESIGN
Recognised as a manufacturing leader in NZ’s
UNESCO City of Design.
Advanced Technology
The uptake of state-of-the-art technology and machinery is integral to the Hub's value and production capacity.
Precision laser-cutting machinery, developed by renowned green tech giant Bodor, improves efficiency, accuracy and productivity, while reducing waste. Specialist alloy-bending machinery enables efficient product
development and production.
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Supporting Core Production
With design, production, warehousing and distribution facilities closely located in Whanganui’s industrial district, core businesses are supported by satellite operations.
Beyond Whanganui, the Hub extends its capacity through co-manufacturing and distribution of goods in Australia, China and Canada.
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Open to Opportunity
We’re driven by a passion for connection and collaboration. New projects, partnerships, technologies, collaborations - we’re open to opportunity and motivated to explore what is possible.
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We understand that growth is enabled through connection. The people and businesses we work with allow us to achieve our goals and realise new ambitions. We’re looking for great opportunities, aspirational partnerships, and exceptional outcomes.
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Purpose Driven
Supporting innovation and productivity, the Hub prioritises accessible, high-quality manufacturing services and facilities. It supports trade, entrepreneurship, and creativity through collaborative, sustainable, technology-driven production.
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​A purpose driven approach to working with local and overseas suppliers enables the hub to grow sustainably, with ongoing investment and expansion part of the Group's strategic direction.
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Shaping the Future
The Hub's future is to be globally connected while elevating and accelerating local capability and productivity.
With this ongoing investment and growth of design-led thinking and advanced production, the Hub will continue to foster innovation, sustainability, and growth.
Local, national and international partnerships and shared knowledge will shape its products, people and possibilities.
