Rakon Limited is set to delist from the NZX in June 2026 after the successful takeover from US-based Bourns.

Christopher Swasbrook announced his resignation as a director of New Zealand Rural Land Company, effective 30 April 2026.

Rakon independent director Chris Swasbrook discusses the $356 million takeover offer from California-based electronics manufacturer Bourns for the Auckland-based manufacturer of high-precision microchips and frequency-control components.

AFF Board Chair Chris Swasbrook provides an overview of the Auckland Future Fund's setup phase and performance, including the $1.317 billion capitalisation, $38.4 million distribution, and appointment of Vontobel Asset Management AG as global investment manager.

Chris Swasbrook, chairperson of the Te Papa board, features in coverage of the new Te Papa science facility.

A new $155 million Biodiversity Research Centre in Trentham, Upper Hutt will house more than 866,000 of Te Papa's specimens. Te Papa board chairman Chris Swasbrook called it "critical for New Zealand's scientific future".

Chris Swasbrook appointed as chair of the Te Papa board by Acting Minister for Arts, Culture and Heritage Chris Bishop. Swasbrook brings more than 25 years of finance experience and extensive governance roles in large-scale New Zealand businesses.

Acting Minister Chris Bishop announces the appointment of Chris Swasbrook as Chair of the Te Papa Board, citing his 25+ years in finance, role as Chair of the Auckland Future Fund, and chair of the Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki Advisory Committee.

The Auckland Future Fund formally launches as Auckland Council's new council-controlled organisation and regional wealth fund. Board chair Christopher Swasbrook and directors Craig Stobo and David Callanan signed the trust deed, establishing the fund initially capitalised with the council's remaining Auckland International Airport shares.

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