EHL Group Welcome EU Delegation to Taranaki

Driving Innovation and Partnership Between New Zealand and the European Union

EHL Group was honoured to host H.E. Lawrence Meredith, European Union Ambassador to New Zealand, and the Delegation of the European Union to Aotearoa New Zealand in Taranaki.

The visit was a valuable opportunity to explore new possibilities under the EU–NZ Free Trade Agreement (FTA), Horizon Europe, IURC, and the upcoming Clean Tech Summit. These initiatives are already creating stronger connections between New Zealand and the European Union—encouraging collaboration, innovation, and sustainable growth across industries.

These discussions went beyond trade. They focused on how both regions can build shared capability in clean technology, sustainable energy, and advanced engineering. By investing together in climate-ready innovation, the EU and New Zealand are strengthening their ability to deliver sustainable, future-focused industries.

EHL and AZURA: Partnering for Clean Energy and Sustainable Water Solutions

At the heart of this collaboration are EHL Group and AZURA Ocean Technology. Their strategic partnership showcases how engineering expertise and ocean innovation can work hand in hand to solve global sustainability challenges.

AZURA Ocean Technology is leading the way in wave energy and offshore desalination technologies. Their systems convert the energy of the ocean into renewable power while producing fresh water for communities and industry.

As one of AZURA’s key engineering and technology partners, EHL Group contributes decades of experience in hydraulic, mechanical, and control system design. This expertise helps AZURA transform innovative ocean energy concepts into robust and reliable real-world infrastructure.

Together, EHL and AZURA demonstrate how New Zealand ingenuity can make a global impact through collaboration and cutting-edge engineering.

EHL Group’s Broader Capabilities

Beyond its work with AZURA, EHL Group continues to deliver advanced engineering solutions that support industries vital to both local and international economies.

EHL’s expertise includes:

• Maritime and offshore engineering – providing precision systems, structural design, and maintenance support for vessels, ports, and marine infrastructure.
• Energy and industrial solutions – developing high-performance hydraulic and mechanical systems that improve safety, efficiency, and automation across oil, gas, and renewable projects.
• Food production and processing – enabling sustainable and reliable manufacturing through mechanical, hydraulic, and process-engineering innovation.

EHL’s capabilities are utilised both locally and globally, reflecting the company’s agility, creativity, and technical excellence. This international reach allows EHL to apply its New Zealand-born engineering expertise to a global market, aligning with emerging opportunities arising from EU–NZ partnerships in clean technology and sustainable innovation.

Building Opportunities Through EU–NZ Collaboration

The EU–NZ partnership, strengthened through Horizon Europe and the Clean Tech Summit, provides powerful frameworks for joint research, technology development, and investment.

These initiatives open new doors for companies like EHL and AZURA to collaborate with European innovators in renewable energy, water systems, and sustainable manufacturing.

“The potential for cross-regional collaboration is immense,” said an EHL Group representative. “By connecting New Zealand innovation with European R&D networks, we can develop technologies that enhance local industries and contribute globally to clean energy and water security.”

A Shared Vision for a Sustainable Future

Taranaki is emerging as a regional leader in clean technology and sustainable industry. The EU visit highlights the region’s potential to become a global driver of innovation and collaboration.

Partnerships like EHL Group and AZURA Ocean Technology demonstrate what is possible when engineering excellence and environmental vision come together. With innovation rooted in New Zealand and connections reaching across the world, EHL Group’s expertise and ingenuity are helping to shape the next generation of global clean technology solutions.

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