In this section, you will find a country brief for New Zealand companies interested in doing business in New Caledonia.
New Caledonia country brief
New Caledonia is the third largest island state in the South Pacific after Papua New Guinea and New Zealand. Nickel is its major source of wealth, representing 96 percent of exports.
The country’s sensitivity to global downturns has led to increased diversification. Although limited at present, recent activities in sectors such as fishing, aquaculture and tourism represent valuable additions to the economy.
There is a strong focus on road development and increasing air and sea services in an effort to open up the more isolated regions of the country.
New Zealand’s exports include flat-rolled iron and steel products, milk products, timber and meat.
