Air New Zealand reveals feature of its new uniform

Air New Zealand has revealed that its new uniforms will feature a print incorporating tā moko, Māori tattoo. Internationally acclaimed artist Te Rangitu Netana (Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Wai and Te Arawa) and tā moko practitioner has collaborated with designer Emilia Wickstead on her print design for Air New Zealand’s new uniform. Netana, whose work as a tā moko artist has spanned 35 years, is widely recognised for his mastery of Māori tattoo art. Originally from Kaikohe, Netana relocated to the UK in 2015, sharing his craft and Māori culture with the world. Each print on the uniform has been hand-drawn by Netana and tells a story of the indigenous heritage, history and culture of Aotearoa and reflects Air New Zealand’s values. Air New Zealand chief executive Greg Foran said the airline was proud to partner with someone of Netana’s calibre to bring New Zealand’s unique heritage and culture to life.<br/>