Who we are

Nexus Logistics provides fully integrated container logistics solutions for forward-thinking companies throughout New Zealand.

Using a control tower approach, our strength lies in our ability to solve our customers’ distribution challenges. We remove the risk and stress of supply chain management, so they can focus on their business operations.

Our behaviours

Safety

Managing risks to the health and safety of everyone in our workplace

Trusted Solutions

Mutually beneficial optimisation solutions in line with customer expectations

Customer First

Creating value-added service to simplify customer experience

Operational Excellence

To simply be the ‘best in class’

Integrity

Being honest, ethical, and respectful in every transaction

Our team

Darcy Hart

Chief Executive Officer

Darcy Hart

Chief Executive Officer

Darcy joined the Nexus team in December 2020 as GM of Sales & Marketing, and was later appointed CEO of Nexus and Conlinxx. He has more than 25 years' experience in transport and logistics and has worked in various senior and executive roles within the industry, including roles within Tapper Transport and Coda Group; he was GM Business Development, GM NZ Operations and Interim CEO at the latter. He was a Director of Metrobox from 2019-2020. Darcy thrives on customer engagement, ensuring that the waste within the supply chain is eliminated by creating new solutions and thinking out side the normal logistics model. Outside of the logistics industry, he is a senior station officer at the Pukekohe Fire Station, and enjoys family time and fishing in Auckland Gulf Harbour.

Claudia Raui

GM Operations

Claudia Raui

GM Operations

Claudia keeps things running, overseeing operations from planning road delivery to rail movements, and execution by the transport and hub operations team. With more than 15 years’ experience in the logistics and supply chain, she has held roles at DHL Express and Cotton On Australia, and was the South Auckland Freight Hub manager for five years. Claudia rises to the challenges the logistics industry presents and thrives on providing sound solutions for customers.

Anton Tyers

GM Safety and People

Anton Tyers

GM Safety and People

With the responsibility of ensuring the safety and wellbeing of the entire Nexus Logistics and Conlinxx teams, Anton knows no two days are the same in the logistics industry. He also holds responsibility for people and culture within the business. Anton has spent 17 years working in health, safety and management across the construction, FMCG, government and transport industries. Anton holds an MBA (Auckland) and an Advanced Diploma in OHS (Sydney). On a day off you’ll find Anton coaching netball, in the kitchen and supporting the Blues and Warriors.

Lee Silvester

GM Transport

Lee Silvester

GM Transport

Lee boasts an impressive 25-year track record in enhancing supply chain management across diverse sectors in New Zealand and the UK. As a seasoned general manager, he prioritises efficiency and safety. With a decade-long focus on the wharf cartage industry, Lee emphasises a customer-centric approach, whilst ensuring the well-being of his team is paramount. Lee is also a proud dad to three boys, shares a family passion for travel and actively supports their hometown football team.

Ben Storey

GM Commercial and 4PL

Ben Storey

GM Commercial and 4PL

Ben leads the business development and 4PL teams, with a focus on building strong relationships within the industry and delivering the best possible service to our customers. He thrives on the dynamic and fast-paced nature of logistics and brings with him extensive industry experience, including 10 years at Coda and a stint at Hamburg Süd. When Ben is not in the office, he can be found with his kids, mountain biking or out on the water.

McCrae Sloper

National 4PL Manager

McCrae Sloper

National 4PL Manager

McCrae brings over 10 years of expertise in Transport, Supply Chain, and Logistics to the Nexus team. He has an extensive contact network and has played a pivotal role in designing numerous complex logistics solutions within the New Zealand market. He thrives on making the complex seem simple by using both digital and physical solutions to provide top-notch end-to-end supply chain services. Outside the office, McCrae enjoys racing through New Zealand’s forests in his family’s BMW E36 rally car and fine-tuning it to gain that extra speed.

Oliver Steele

Business Development Manager

Oliver Steele

Business Development Manager

With his out of the box thinking, Oliver is a solutions architect – he’s in the business of finding a way through for our customers. He specialises in new business, focusing on streamlining landside logistics. Previously, Oliver has worked in 4PL and 3PL solutions across transport, crossdocking and warehousing. Outside of the 9 to 5, Oliver enjoys New Zealand’s great outdoors with friends and family.

Adam Grove

Business Development Manager - LNI

Adam Grove

Business Development Manager - LNI

Adam comes from an operations background, consisting of time at an Inland Port operation, and prior to that, the fresh produce industry. Customer relations and focus are Adam's priorities in his role, and building strong partnerships in the industry are crucial. Adam is a family man and enjoys bike rides, trips to the swimming pool and getting creative at home with his wife and two young kids.

Phil Barnes

Key Account Manager

Phil Barnes

Key Account Manager

Phil has been in the logistics industry for 30 years throughout New Zealand, the UK and Australia. He’s worked across all aspects of the industry including courier, road freight, shipping, air freight and 3PL & 4PL. He prioritises customer-focused and solution-based outcomes.
Phil is married to Julie and they share 5 children between them. He has a passion for food, wine, travel, and he enjoys boating out on the ocean.

Who we are

Our behaviours

Safety

Trusted Solutions

Customer First

Operational Excellence

Integrity

Our team

Darcy Hart

Chief Executive Officer

Darcy Hart

Chief Executive Officer

Claudia Raui

GM Operations

Claudia Raui

GM Operations

Anton Tyers

GM Safety and People

Anton Tyers

GM Safety and People

Lee Silvester

GM Transport

Lee Silvester

GM Transport

Ben Storey

GM Commercial and 4PL

Ben Storey

GM Commercial and 4PL

McCrae Sloper

National 4PL Manager

McCrae Sloper

National 4PL Manager

Oliver Steele

Business Development Manager

Oliver Steele

Business Development Manager

Adam Grove

Business Development Manager - LNI

Adam Grove

Business Development Manager - LNI

Phil Barnes

Key Account Manager

Phil Barnes

Key Account Manager

Our clients