(<20 employees)
Our economic strengths
Boulder Bank, Nelson
From Nelson Tasman's largest industries to our growing sectors of high competitive advantage, there is a plethora of opportunities to do business here.
Our traditional primary industries provide 10% of jobs in our region, with goods-producing industries making up 21%. Services have the largest share at 41%, followed by high-value services at 28%.
Across these broad categories, five standout sectors give our region a competitive edge and strong potential for growth: the blue economy, research, science and technology, the visitor economy, forestry and wood processing, and food, beverage and wellness products.
Unless otherwise stated, all figures are from the Nelson-Tasman Regional Economic Briefing and Infometrics reports.
(<20 employees)
(vs NZ $81,958)
2 generations
Follow the journey of some of our Nelson Tasman businesses as they transform performance and generate success in key sectors.
Science, Tech & Research
Horticulture, Food & Wellness
Blue Economy
Monday 12 October, 2026
A growing collection of internationally recognised luxury retreats is strengthening Nelson Tasman’s appeal to high-value international visitors and creating an opportunity to grow the value tourism brings to the regional economy.
Wednesday 07 October, 2026
The intimate six-suite retreat holds a perfect sweep of the world’s most coveted travel accolades - bringing global recognition to Nelson Tasman and to New Zealand’s luxury accommodation sector for the second consecutive year.
Wednesday 09 September, 2026
Nelson Tasman will feature in four of six major tourism initiatives backed by the Government’s latest $5 million Regional Tourism Marketing Boost Fund (Round 3), putting the region in front of more potential visitors in key international markets.
