Dawson said dry ice, which is the solid form of carbon dioxide, was essential for the transportation of perishable products, including fruit, fish, meat and medical supplies that needed to be chilled.
Concerns over the availability of carbon dioxide had been bubbling away following the decision to close the Marsden Point oil refinery, which had been the country’s biggest supplier until it was decommissioned in March.
Little late now.
The Government has been approached for comment.
Of course.