New Zealand’s leading providers in digital print solutions. For over 75 years we’ve been offering Kiwi businesses the very best in printing technology, including the latest hi-tech machinery from all the top brands, all under one roof.

At Aarque Group we believe it’s about more than just hardware. It’s about building relationships with our clients, suppliers and staff; delivering on our promises to you and it’s about results – your results.

When you visit Aarque you’ll find sound, independent advice from a great team of people. A depth of knowledge and technical expertise across a diverse range of industries, from signage to GIS mapping, architecture & construction to advertising & graphic design. And because we’re a business based on solid family values, we’ll always go the extra mile for you.

In short we supply your equipment, your every need in consumables, and we offer you unrivalled after-sales service and support all around the country – everything in fact to ensure your business succeeds. So please read on to discover how we can help you. Whatever your specialist field and whatever your digital print requirements, we think you’ll find plenty of reasons to make Aarque Group your Partner of Choice.

Environmentally friendly print

Sustainability is now high on the agenda for every responsible organisation. At Aarque Group we take our commitment to the environment seriously, providing a wide range of products and services which are sourced from sustainable resources, are water and energy efficient, emit less carbon, produce less waste and are accredited or environmentally certified.

A broad range of expertise across every field

Aarque Group gives you a unique offering in New Zealand. We don’t just specialise in one area of digital print, we specialise across the board, in every industry. 

So whether you’re looking for fast, clear mono printing at a competitive cost per click, or high end, state-of-the-art graphics with the minutest attention to detail, large or small format we have the equipment and the know how to deliver.

We pride ourselves on leadership within our industry, being first to market with the latest in digital technology. Our market areas of expertise include:

        Architecture, Engineering & Construction

        From drafting solutions to commercial scanning and printing, we’ll put together the best option for you. 

        Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

        Professional, precision printing, scanning and beyond to really put you on the map. 

        Signage & Screen Print

        Outdoor one-offs to indoor high volume, we have you covered. 

        Pre-Press, Proofing & Film Separation

        Solutions for all aspects of the digital printing process for trade. 

        Commercial Print & Packaging

        Industry leading CTP, workflow, and digital print solutions to help you build business in a rapidly changing market.

        Print Bureaus & Copy Shops

        A wide range of large and small format print, copy, scan and finishing solutions to meet your customers growing expectations. 

        Exhibition & Retail Display

        A huge range of options for banners, posters and other POS material. 

        Graphic Design & Advertising

        A wide range of solutions for print communication opportunities in this demanding field. 

        Fine Art & Photography

        For when precision and colour management really count. 

        Dye Sublimation & Textile

        Superb reproduction on any surface, including metals and ceramics. 

Choose the solution that is right for your business 

Sales, rentals, service, consumables … we have everything you need to help your business succeed. 

At Aarque Group we don’t just sell packages, we sell solutions. What does that mean exactly?  Being wholly independent means that we’re able to mix and match technology to suit your exact requirements. So what you receive isn’t just an ‘off-the-shelf' package, it’s a bespoke solution designed specifically for your business.

A friendlier way of doing business

Before we do anything we’ll talk to you about your printing needs – your volumes, target markets, production schedules, timings, everything of relevance. Once we have a full understanding of your business, we’ll then put together a customised solution for you. 

After that, it’s not just a case of shipping out your machinery either. We’ll set everything up and test it comprehensively. So your machine is fully calibrated and customised and is ready to go. 

Comprehensive after sales service

When it comes to printing, down time is not an option, and we do everything we can to ensure you’re always fully functional. We have engineers right around the country to maintain and service your machines. 

We also offer comprehensive colour management and profiling services, workflow optimisation and customised training. All our sites carry spare parts and large inventories of consumables to keep your business running smoothly. We carry all the top brands, and convert our own paper stock too, under the respected jetPRO and rePRO brands. We even have our own fleet of delivery vans to save you on courier time.

No surprises

We take your business seriously, which is why we’ve committed considerable resource into having fully functional showrooms with a wide range of solutions operating nationwide. You don’t just see the end result, you get to experience the whole process before you commit.

Comprehensive service agreements

Many of our clients prefer to take up a Field Service Maintenance Agreement (FSMA) with us. As well as guaranteeing total accountability and priority service on time, materials and maintenance, you can control your costs, assure your revenue stream and give yourself true peace of mind. Just ask us about a plan to work within your needs and budgets. 

Our story... so far!

Aarque have a solid history of growth and adaptation to new and changing markets.

1948

The British firm Harding & Hallden establish in New Zealand, mainly as a coater and converter of sensitised media for the Architecture, Engineering, Construction and Survey industries. 

1968

Renamed to GAF Corporation, previously part of the German IG Farben group including brands such as Bayer, AGFA, Hoescht and Kalle. 

1982

Aquired by US based Richard Quintus Anderson, who changes the name to Aarque – contains the initials of his name and positions us first in the phone book! 

1988

A series of NZ ownership changes at the peak of the share market, including Chase Corporation, Anzon Investments and Solander Holdings. 

1990

Listed Australian Investment group Hancock Gore Ltd create merger with Office Graphics, Smileys Wholesale, Littlejohns, Ace Drawing Office Supplies and Aarque Systems to form Aarque Graphics NZ Limited. 

1992

50% of Aarque Graphics NZ acquired by New Zealand shareholders the Monte Carlo Group – we become the only Aarque name remaining worldwide, retaining a brand held in high regard in New Zealand. 

2007

Going from strength to strength, Aarque buys Frontline Technologies Ltd to continue our strategic focus in New Zealand. 

2010

Rebrands to Aarque Group Ltd. Creates dedicated industry task groups to meet challenges of rapid, diverse growth in the digital print industry.

2011

Tuscany Enterprises 2011 Ltd acquires 50% shareholding formerly held by Australia’s Anitech Pty Ltd. Aarque Group is now 100% New Zealand owned and operated.

March 2014

Aarque Group acquires 100% of Alpha GMP Prographics Ltd a leading supplier of print finishing equipment and consumables in the NZ market.

October 2014

Aarque Group announce the appointment of Leo Bult and Jason Bult as joint CEOs, succeeding Peter Bult.

2018

Aarque Group joins forces with BJ Ball NZ as part of the Ball & Doggett Group to become a subsidiary company of BJ Ball NZ.

2019

Aarque Group acquired competitor business Jenrite to increase value-added offer to wide-format customers .

2021

Aarque Group head office in Auckland moves to state of the art office and warehouse facility.

Choose to work with us

We have an extensive New Zealand network, with six major sites nationwide incorporating sales, service and logistics expertise to help with everything you need. Wherever you are in the country, we’re never far away.