# DP World and Tōnui Pitch Port Deal | Christchurch News

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Published: 2026-06-30T03:09:14+00:00
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A controversial proposal to restructure Lyttelton Port has sparked fierce debate, as Māori groups Tōnui team up with Dubai-based DP World to run operations under a long-term deal while keeping land publicly owned. Unions warn this could secretly privatize the port, citing DP World’s global track record of job cuts and automation, risking higher costs and lost local jobs. International labor groups are rallying support, planning global action in 2026, while Christchurch’s mayor has previously ruled out such deals — adding tension to a deeply contested local issue. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: [solipillow.com/discount/dnn](http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn) Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/136fb2dd7d60eca2

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