Donaghys Industries had its beginnings in 1876 as a small ropeworks, founded by John Donaghy in Dunedin. Today, Donaghys is proudly the oldest listed company on the New Zealand stock exchange, and has developed through the years as a name synonymous with cordage and ropes. As a reputable and integral part of the rural community, Donaghys expertise has expanded to innovative rural products and horticultural textiles. Donaghys further meets the demands of a constantly changing marketplace with high performance yachting braids, webbings and household twines.