Kale Print has announced plans to move to a new purpose built premises.
Peter Lloyd, general manager at Kale Print, the Bay of Plenty’s biggest commercial print operation, says the decision to move from its Cameron Road premises aligns with its plans for future growth.
He says, “We knew the time would come when we had to say goodbye to Cameron Road and start a new chapter in our story. Outgrowing our head office in the Tauranga CBD some years ago has seen us operating from two sites ever since. With our larger finishing equipment and paper store located in the Judea industrial estate, the team were making frequent trips back and forth several times a day to ensure jobs ran smoothly and on time.
“Essentially, we are moving just down the road, but the Tauriko Business Estate is the premier location for industry and manufacturing in Tauranga. There’s ample land ready for development, and we saw this as an opportunity to create something truly special and fit for purpose now and into the future.
“The site is situated on Kaweroa Drive, which will connect SH29 to the Tauriko Business Estate, becoming a main thoroughfare. It will make access for freight and customers effortless.
“The new location also puts us a bit closer to our sister site, Advocate Print in Rotorua, who we collaborate with on a daily basis.
Continuing to grow
Kale Print’s new purpose built production facility will span an impressive 2600 square metres, housing the company’s A1 and A2 UV Offset printing presses; two digital printing presses, wide format and signage department; bindery and finishing area; paper store; as well as ample office space for administration, customer services, design studio and estimating.
Peter adds, “We will also have modern meeting spaces and a thoughtfully designed common area for team breaks and get togethers.
With work scheduled to commence in March 2025, and a move-in date planned for early 2026, Kale Print has received overwhelmingly positive feedback from its customers and network regarding the news of the move. Peter says, “There is sure to be a major roof shout. We can’t wait to share this journey with everyone.
“Bringing our entire Tauranga team together in one location will enhance collaboration, refine our workflow, and prepare us for future growth. As one of New Zealand’s largest trade print suppliers, it is crucial that we streamline our operations to maintain efficiency for our customers as we continue to grow.
“Although this is a huge milestone in the Kale Print story and there will be lots of room for growth and change, there are some things that will always remain. Our family values and culture are the foundation of everything we do. This feeds through to our quality of product and service.
“The new location will allow us to continue to provide the same level of service and quality that our clients have come to love and trust over the years while we continue to grow.
“As we have always done, we’ll keep our finger on the pulse to stay ahead of the curve, actively listening to our customers’ needs and finding innovative solutions that provide the greatest benefit to them into the future.”
He concludes, “The decision to move was not difficult as we have an incredible team that we know will lead us into the future. Our culture and team bond is our strength and the move will only see that bond increase.”
by Bruce Craig, New Zealand Printer Magazine
February 14, 2025