About Us
Established in 1955 Dunedin Carrying Company Ltd operated as a general carrier for 35 years before embarking in the early 1990's into the burgeoning forestry sector. It continued to specialise in the areas of domestic and export log cartage, and in 2003 the company was purchased by Dynes Transport Ltd, also a large specialised log cartage operator.Further rationalisation occurred in 2008 with the amalgamation of Dunedin Carrying Company Ltd and Wilsons Transport Otago Ltd. This created a large and diverse operation with a proud combined history of over 100 years servicing Otago and Southland.
The enlarged group was able to further diversify and gain better utilisation while still concentrating in the areas of forestry and related industries, the dairy processing sector and other specialised bulk transport.
The company, now one of the largest transport companies in Otago, is an associate company of the Dynes and Wilson Holdings group of companies.
Owain Carter - General Manager
Owain has a long and proven history in the trucking industry, starting from his university days when he drove a Bedford TK to finance his accounting degree. Since then he has worked for a variety of transport companies both as a driver and then in management positions. Originally from Wales, Owain came to New Zealand in 2004 and is married with a baby boy. Since arriving in NZ Owain has worked for notable transport companies including Tuapeka Transport & Dynes Group, before becoming General Manager of Dunedin Carrying Company and bringing his vision and commitment to customer service with him.Owain strongly believes in the development of a stable and positive workplace culture supported by continuous improvement to health & safety processes. One of his top priorities is the investment in both staff and equipment to ensure that customer expectations are met and exceeded, and to maintain Dunedin Carrying Company’s position as a 5 star operator.
When not at work, Owain enjoys a little cycling or time out on the golf course, and spending time with his family.
Andrew Robertson - Dispatch
Andrew started with Dunedin Carrying 3 ½ years ago as a driver before being quickly promoted to the management of the dispatch office. His previous experience driving both log trucks and milk tankers – along with driving for Macraes mine – gives him invaluable insight and the experience required for his day to day hands-on duties managing workflow, which include scheduling drivers, liaising with log gangs and management of Dunedin Carryings expansive fleet.Andrews pride in his work is reflective of his pride in Dunedin Carrying, which he attributes to progressive and forward-thinking management, the culture of staff recognition and reward, well trained and supported driving staff, an exemplary health and safety regime and a promotion of work/life balance.
When he isn’t at work, Andrew enjoys spending time with his 3 children Jacob Sophie and Hayden and Jan, his wife of 17 years, supporting and participating in their various activities. Andrew keeps himself fit and active with mountain biking as well as serving as the forwards coach for the Premier 2 team with Zingari Richmond Rugby Club.