State-owned enterprise

ECNZ was established in 1987 as a transition entity during the process of deregulating the electricity market.  Most remaining liabilities were resolved in the late 2000s.  ECNZ is now a residual entity with the sole remaining task of winding up land title issues.

Entity Form State-owned enterprise
Established 1987
Head Office Wellington
Primary Legislation State-Owned Enterprises Act 1986; Companies Act 1993

Board of Directors

Person Role Term
Mr Victor Wu Chair 1 Apr 1994 - 30 Apr 2023
Ms Jane Meares Director 1 May 2012 - 30 Apr 2023