Mainfreight Executive and Leadership Team

Cary Chung, the Chief Executive Officer (Asia) at Mainfreight, directs all regional logistics operations across the Asian market. Focusing on cross-border transport and international freight forwarding, the Chief Executive Officer (Asia) expands the company footprint through strategic partnerships and infrastructure development. Cary Chung manages complex supply chain requirements for diverse clients, ensuring seamless integration between regional hubs and global networks. By optimizing local branch performance, the Chief Executive Officer (Asia) drives operational efficiency and revenue growth within the competitive Asian freight sector. This leadership role involves constant collaboration with the Group Managing Director to align regional objectives with the broader corporate vision. Through rigorous oversight of regional logistics, the Chief Executive Officer (Asia) secures market share and enhances service reliability for all international customers operating within this critical geographic zone.

Graeme Illing, the Chief Financial Officer at Mainfreight, manages the global financial health and fiscal reporting for the entire logistics organization. The Chief Financial Officer directs capital allocation, budgeting, and financial risk management to support the expansion of warehousing and transport services across multiple continents. Graeme Illing ensures strict compliance with international accounting standards and New Zealand Stock Exchange requirements, providing transparency to shareholders and stakeholders. By analyzing operational data from diverse regional branches, the Chief Financial Officer identifies opportunities for cost optimization and revenue enhancement. This leadership role involves close collaboration with the Group Managing Director to fund strategic initiatives and infrastructure investments. Through precise financial planning and rigorous oversight, the Chief Financial Officer maintains the fiscal stability necessary for the company to continue its aggressive global growth trajectory while delivering consistent value to investors and partners worldwide.

Andrew Coulton, the Warehousing President at Mainfreight, directs the global strategy for managed warehousing and inventory logistics. The Warehousing President architects scalable storage solutions that integrate seamlessly with domestic and cross-border transport networks. Andrew Coulton oversees the implementation of advanced warehouse management systems to improve efficiency and accuracy for clients across the Americas, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region. By optimizing facility layouts and labor productivity, the Warehousing President drives operational excellence and supports the broader company goal of providing end-to-end supply chain visibility. This leadership role requires constant coordination with regional operations teams to ensure that warehousing capacity meets the evolving demands of international trade. Through strategic planning and execution, the Warehousing President enhances the competitive advantage of the company, ensuring that all storage operations contribute directly to the overall success and reliability of the global logistics network.

Donald Braid, the Group Managing Director at Mainfreight, oversees the entire global logistics enterprise, encompassing operations in Australia, Asia, Europe, New Zealand, and the Americas. The Group Managing Director architects the long-term strategic vision, ensuring that managed warehousing and freight forwarding services maintain high performance standards across all international branches. Donald Braid coordinates with the Board to uphold the company mission while driving sustainable financial growth and operational excellence. By fostering a decentralized management style, the Group Managing Director empowers regional leaders to execute localized strategies that support the global brand. This executive role requires constant monitoring of market trends and competitive positioning to maintain the company status on the New Zealand Stock Exchange. Through decisive leadership, the Group Managing Director ensures that all global divisions remain aligned with the core objective of providing superior supply chain solutions to a diverse international client base.