We're not a fleet company with a dispatch centre. We're owner-operated and hands-on β Austin oversees every job personally, backed by a long-serving team who take real pride in the work.
AC98 is a Napier-based transport company specialising in heavy haulage and machinery transport across New Zealand's North Island, with a particular focus on Hawke's Bay, Gisborne and Auckland.
Led by Austin Clements, AC98 has built a reputation for reliability, clear communication and solution-focused service. Whether it's construction machinery, forestry equipment or agricultural gear, AC98 handles it all safely and efficiently β backed by our "Say Yes" philosophy: problems get solved quickly, customers are supported at every stage, and every job is completed to the highest standard.
Our small, longstanding team in Napier brings decades of local industry experience. We're owner-operated and hands-on β Austin oversees every job personally and is your direct point of contact, not a dispatcher β so you get real consistency and accountability on every trip.
Work With UsIf we say we'll be there at 7am, we're there at 7am. Construction and earthworks projects live or die on scheduling β we don't create delays.
Every load is legal. Permits are sorted before we leave. The right tie-down ratings, the right signage, the right pilot vehicles when required. No cutting corners.
We've moved excavators in tight forestry access tracks, oversized steel through rural towns and heavy machinery over mountain passes. We know what we're doing.
You can reach us. No phone trees. No "leave a message and we'll get back to you". Call Austin directly and get a real answer.
Your equipment is valuable. We treat it like it is. Correct rigging, careful driving, proper securing β your machine arrives the same way it left.
We know Hawke's Bay roads, the East Coast routes, the Bay of Plenty access points. Local knowledge gets the job done faster and without surprises.
Napier-based, AC98 operates across New Zealand's North Island with a particular focus on Hawke's Bay, Gisborne and Auckland. We regularly run further afield too, and can arrange South Island moves with advance notice β we know the routes, the bridge restrictions and the permit requirements across all major corridors.
"Wow, what a great team, we had our loader moved quick smart with no fuss, great rates too! Highly recommended."
β Jason"Prompt, easy to deal with and nothing is a problem β and always answers the phone."
β CHB"It's 5 stars from me... fantastic service and so easy to deal with! Highly recommend."
β Josie, ACM