Plane Crash involving CEO Eric Hertz

2degrees can confirm that the plane involved in a crash near Kawhia this afternoon was owned by our CEO Eric Hertz.

Although we have limited information, we understand that Eric and his wife Kathy were on board and that they are unlikely to have survived.

Our focus now is to support Eric and Kathy's daughter and provide assistance to their family.

We are deeply appreciative of the calls and messages we have had this afternoon, and when it's possible to make a further statement we will do so.