Manawatu is the second-fastest-growing region in New Zealand.
The Manawatu region is home to a wide range of major national and international organisations and businesses. In addition to major education and research institutions, the region is home to the following leading brands:
- Toyota New Zealand.
- Ezibuy Ltd.
- Jockey NZ.
- Click Clack NZ Ltd.
- New Zealand Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- Food Manufacturing Australasia Ltd.
- Plumbing World.
- International Fine Foods Ltd.
- Wormald Technology Ltd.
- Kiwi Dairy Ltd.
- Van Globe Ltd.
- Fruehauf Trailers Ltd.
