Commerce Commission approves coal stockpile deal at Huntly Power Station
Thursday 6 November 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story NZME, Commerce Commission, Ryan Bridge, Contact Energy, Meridian Energy, John Small
The Commerce Commission has authorised Genesis Energy, Contact, Meridian and Mercury to establish a coal stockpile at the Huntly Power Station. This 10-year agreement aims to secure the electricity supply until 2035. Regulators stated they assessed the deal to ensure it would not negatively impact competition.