Daikin New Zealand’s new Christchurch heat pump and air conditioning facility in Hornby. PHOTOS: DAIKIN NZJapan-based heat pump and air conditioning manufacturer Daikin has moved into its new multimillion-dollar Christchurch site. The Hornby facility, which opened last week, is the largest heating, ventilation and air conditioning warehouse in the South Island. Daikin New Zealand managing director Ryuta Hayashibara said this was becoming a commercial consideration for building owners and operators. The Hornby facility is fully electric with a 100kW rooftop solar system, electric vehicle and material-handling charging infrastructure.

Source: Otago Daily Times February 22, 2026 15:32 UTC