Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show now an official Coastguard sponsor
February 17, 2021No CommentsThe Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show, the oldest, largest and most popular boat show in New Zealand, has become an official sponsor of Coastguard
Navico Partners with Stabicraft
February 4, 2021No CommentsNavico® — parent company to the Lowrance®, Simrad®, B&G® and C-MAP® brands — is excited to announce its partnership with premium New Zealand
New ‘self-regulating’ watermakers deliver no fuss, unlimited fresh water on board
February 4, 2021No CommentsManufactured in Italy, the High Pressure (HP) Watermakers are available in both DC and 230V AC with models ranging from 35lph to 3000lph and are the
Raymarine YachtSense offers easy-to-use ‘total control’ modular digital switching
January 10, 2021No CommentsRaymarine’s new YachtSense is an easy-to-use modular digital control system that delivers complete control and monitoring of a vessel’s onboard
The new Stabicraft 2250 Ultracab WT – the ultimate tourer
November 30, 2020No CommentsStabicraft has just launched its exciting new 2250 Ultracab WT. The WT (walk-thru) model is the natural follow-up to the original 2250, launched in
HamiltonJet helping power tourism with Whale Watch Kaikōura
November 18, 2020No CommentsHamiltonJet has once again partnered with Whale Watch Kaikōura on its newest vessel – Te Ao Marama. Te Ao Marama is a 24-metre catamaran designed
Sealegs Wins Gold!
November 18, 2020No CommentsThe highly innovative and distinctive Sealegs E4 electric amphibious boat was awarded the Gold Best Design Award at the recent annual Designers
New Zealand’s top marinas and boatyards celebrated
November 2, 2020No CommentsThe New Zealand Marina Operators Association (NZMOA) has recognised New Zealand’s very best marinas and boatyards for 2020. Gulf Harbour Marina in
Haulouts filling up before Christmas
October 28, 2020No CommentsThanks to Covid-19 more Kiwis are turning to their boats for holiday plans, and many haulouts and maintenance providers are already very busy. “Our
ATTEST diversify to serve boats of all sizes
October 7, 2020No CommentsAuckland, New Zealand – Marine electrical specialists ATTEST has broadened their offering to suit boats of all sizes. Having traditionally specialised
The Complete Guide to Buying a Trailerboat
October 6, 2020No CommentsWe are delighted to share this great - and free! - resource produced by the team at NZ Fishing News. Owning your own boat is a dream for plenty
Azimut S7 heads for New Zealand
October 6, 2020No CommentsIn time to join the America’s Cup spectator fleet, Azimut Yachts New Zealand has confirmed the sale of a new Azimut triple engine S7 to a Kiwi buyer –
Taiwanese Coast Guard’s newest 600-tonne patrol boat powered by HamiltonJet
October 5, 2020No CommentsThe Anping, a 600-tonne class twin-hulled catamaran commissioned for the Taiwanese Coast Guard (TCG), is nearing completion. Jong Shyn Shipbuilding
New Name for Haines Hunter in Auckland – Haines Hunter HQ
October 5, 2020No CommentsSame place, same excellent service but now with a new name, Miller Moyes SeaCraft will rebrand on October 1st to Haines Hunter HQ. The
2020 Auckland Boat Show cancelled due to crowd restriction levels in Auckland
September 17, 2020No CommentsThe 2020 Auckland Boat Show has been cancelled, it was announced yesterday. “New Zealand’s largest boat show was scheduled to open in three weeks –
New Haines Hunter 635 Model Launched
August 11, 2020No CommentsThe ride just gets better with the launch of the all-new Haines Hunter 635. After an extensive 24-month development process, Haines Hunter has
122-strong border patrol Turkish Coastguard boats to be configured by HamiltonJet
August 10, 2020No CommentsHamiltonJet’s newly developed HJX29 waterjet will power the Turkish Coastguard border control fleet. Following the recent award of the contract
NZ companies collaborate on electric commuter ferry for global market
July 29, 2020No CommentsNew Zealand companies HamiltonJet and EV Maritime have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to build advanced composite, battery-powered commuter
NZ government provides exemption for visiting yachts with refit/repairs booked in with NZ marine industry companies
July 22, 2020No CommentsThe New Zealand government is, from July 2020, allowing foreign-flagged vessels and yachts with booked-in refits or repairs to enter New
Raymarine’s new LightHouse 3 Dartmouth OS offers Day/Night modes, news Apps & more
July 20, 2020No CommentsRaymarine’s stylish new LightHouse 3 Dartmouth operating system for its Axiom range of MFDs comes with a handy new Day/Night mode, auto chart
L&B launches new website: a comprehensive resource for Kiwi boaties, fishers & industry
July 16, 2020No CommentsLusty and Blundell’s updated website, www.lusty-blundell.co.nz, features rich content with detailed product information on L&B’s wide range of
NZ Marine Industry Association AGM endorses establishment of NZ Marine & Composites Training Academy
July 6, 2020No CommentsAt the recent NZ Marine Annual General Meeting, held 16 June 2020, members agreed to the establishment of a NZ Marine & Composites Training
HamiltonJet Electro-Hybrid Drive test boat refit gains momentum
June 23, 2020No CommentsHamiltonJet has embarked on an exciting project to refit a newly acquired test boat with the company's innovative new Electro-hybrid Drive (EHX)
Built Boats Announces the Tuff 540: The Ultimate Hassle-Free Boating Experience
June 18, 2020No CommentsAuckland, New Zealand – Built Boats has created the new Tuff 540 for fishing enthusiasts. The boat is available for purchase from the Built Boat
Yachting Developments undertakes sail trials on first ACF9 Youth America’s Cup boat
June 14, 2020No CommentsA much anticipated aspect of the 36th America’s Cup, set to be held in Auckland, New Zealand in 2021, is the Youth America’s Cup which already has
Surtees to open shop in Tauranga – 4 July
June 12, 2020No CommentsAfter a very successful 2017 pop-up shop in Tauranga, Surtees is coming back full force with a more extended “pop up” option on Tauranga's busiest
NZ Marine Export Group and NZ Trade & Enterprise release ‘Edge Ahead’ New Zealand Marine Story video
June 4, 2020No CommentsAfter several months of close collaboration between the NZ Marine Export Group and New Zealand Trade & Enterprise we are excited to now share the
Fosters Ship Chandlery: exclusive NZ distributors for new generation wireless load sensors for sailors
June 3, 2020No CommentsFosters Ship Chandlery are proud to announce that they are the exclusive distributors for the Cyclops Marine Smart range. Bringing America’s Cup
Lloyd Stevenson Boatbuilders to build 18m high-speed, full-carbon sport-fisher
June 3, 2020No CommentsLloyd Stevenson Boatbuilders are proud to announce their latest custom project, an 18m high-speed, full-carbon sport-fisher from Dennis Harjamaa of
Onfire Design Completes Haines Hunter Rebrand and Website Build
May 24, 2020No CommentsLeading branding and digital design agency, Onfire Design has recently completed the rebrand and build of a new website for New Zealand boat builder
School to Work: Josh Vogels, apprentice composite boat builder at Emirates Team New Zealand
May 14, 2020No CommentsAs a student at St Peters College Auckland, Josh was a passionate rower. His involvement in the sport and an enthusiasm for boats created an interest
Yachting Developments delivers 34.3-metre sportfisher Al Duhail
May 13, 2020No CommentsYachting Developments is pleased to confirm the safe delivery of 34.3-metre Al Duhail and subsequent safe arrival into her home port in Qatar. After
Boaties can hit the water again under Level 2 from Thursday 14 May – are you prepared?
May 12, 2020No CommentsBoaties around the country are excited about getting out on the water again this Thursday 14 May as New Zealand moves to Alert Level 2. Our friends
New Haines Hunter Website Goes Live
May 12, 2020No CommentsNot letting the Covid-19 Lockdown slow it down - Haines Hunter has launched its all-new website at www.haineshunter.co.nz The all-new website has
Propspeed partners with US builder MJM Yachts
May 7, 2020No CommentsPropspeed, leading innovator of underwater coatings, announced today that it has partnered with MJM Yachts. Under the terms of the agreement,
Four In A Row! Yamaha Most Trusted Marine Engine Brand
May 4, 2020No CommentsThe results of the latest Trusted Brands survey for New Zealand are out, and Yamaha has been named ‘The Most Trusted Marine Engine Brand’ for the
HamiltonJet providing essential service support around the globe amid COVID-19 crisis
April 8, 2020No CommentsHamiltonJet is using its capabilities to provide support to essential services in New Zealand, Singapore, Seattle and the United Kingdom during the
RAILBLAZA Ltd celebrates 10th Anniversary
March 27, 2020No CommentsThe New Zealand Based Company Reflects on a Decade of Innovation, Growth and Sustainable Business Philosophies RAILBLAZA Ltd. has reached an
Game fishing champion Nathan Adams partners with Lusty & Blundell
March 10, 2020No CommentsGamefishing champion Nathan Adams, who is an IGFA world record holder and multiple game fishing Nationals’ winner, has partnered with Lusty &
Putting the Future of Yachting at the Front
February 23, 2020No CommentsIf you’re near the water in Auckland this week and are seeing red, it’s probably because Harken has taken over the Waitemata Harbour. This week
Christian Stimson – bridging the gap between academia and industry
February 13, 2020No CommentsAs part of an interview with NZ Marine, Christian Stimson, principal of Stimson Yacht Design and Naval Architecture, comments on how he’s using his
Yachting Developments launches 33-metre sportfisher Al Duhail
January 22, 2020No Comments2020 is off to a busy start for Yachting Developments, with the Auckland-based yard’s latest superyacht – 33-metre Al Duhail (Hull 1017) – launching
Wireless Nation partners with Coastguard to offer deal to boaties
January 21, 2020No CommentsInnovative ISP and new NZ Marine member Wireless Nation is meeting the broadband needs of full time and part time boaties. Lifestyle Broadband
Spinlock lifejackets gain Maritime approval as L&B opens certified service centre
January 15, 2020No CommentsSpinlock inflatable lifejackets have now gained Maritime NZ approval for use on both commercial and recreational vessels in New Zealand. Spinlock
Lowrance announces Hook Reveal fishfinder/chartplotters
January 10, 2020No CommentsLowrance®, a world-leader in fishing electronics since 1957, has announced the launch of HOOK Reveal, the latest in the HOOK Series of
Events Clothing forecasts growth as new majority shareholder comes aboard
December 19, 2019No CommentsWell-known industry brand, Events Clothing, has announced a new majority shareholder as the uniform provider prepares for a time of
Yachting Developments to play integral role in the proposed Youth America’s Cup 2021
December 15, 2019No CommentsPlans for the 36th America’s Cup are growing even more exciting, with the announcement of a new design concept – the AC9F – for a proposed Youth
Hyundai Marine New Zealand to launch new G-Series Engine
December 12, 2019No CommentsHyundai Marine New Zealand are set to launch a new Hyundai SeasAll G68 engine into their current range of diesel inboard marine engines. The G68 is
Furuno Snapper World Cup Expands Reach and Goes Online
December 2, 2019No CommentsThere will be more ways to win with the legendary Furuno Snapper World Cup expanding its reach with a new initiative launched for
Propspeed Introduces New Foulfree Coating for Transducers
November 26, 2019No CommentsAuckland, New Zealand – Propspeed, leading innovator of underwater coatings, announced today the introduction of a revolutionary foul-release coating
Rayglass launches modern new interactive website
November 17, 2019No CommentsRayglass Boats, manufacturers of the popular Legend range of GRP trailerboats, the internationally-renowned Protector range of RIBs and the incredibly
WASSP Launches New Rapid Deployment Multibeam Sounder – W3 RDS
October 8, 2019No CommentsWASSP Multibeam has launched its new rapid deployment multibeam sounder – the W3 Rapid Deployment System (RDS). Revealed at Pacific Expo 2019 in
L&B hosts successful networking event on new On Water Boat Show stand
October 7, 2019No CommentsLusty & Blundell Ltd, New Zealand’s top distributor of world-leading marine products and systems, again successfully hosted their traditional
ENL Group to sponsor NZ Millennium Cup
October 3, 2019No CommentsENL Group will partner with the NZ Millennium Cup as a Silver Sponsor for the 2020 Regatta in New Zealand’s Bay of Islands – 29 January to 1
FPT Industrial presents Guinness World Record marine engine in New Zealand
September 27, 2019No CommentsAn engine with performance, speed, reliability and durability. All these advantages, plus the fact that it holds a Guinness World Record, can now be
ENL Group to Supply Camera Monitoring Solution for Commercial Fishing Industry
September 20, 2019No CommentsNew Zealand’s leading marine electronics distributor, ENL Group, will supply camera monitoring systems to commercial fishing vessels as part of a new
Rayglass on water at Auckland boat show
September 6, 2019No CommentsRayglass Boats will be displaying their range of popular GRP cruisers and Protector RIBs in a floating display at the Auckland On Water Boat Show in
Martronics announces appointment as JRC Alphatron dealer/distributor
August 18, 2019No CommentsMartronics Limited are proud to announce their appointment as Sales and Service dealers/distributors, by JRC-ALPHATRON, for New Zealand and the
Raymarine releases affordable stabilised IP thermal camera for trailer boats
August 12, 2019No CommentsRaymarine has created an affordable new stabilised IP thermal camera system that is perfectly suited for trailer boats. Consisting of a Raymarine’s
Oceanmax reveals global expansion plans
July 31, 2019No CommentsNew Personnel and Offices Pave the Way for Planned Growth Auckland, New Zealand – Oceanmax, leading innovator of underwater coatings, announced
Swathe of superyacht and J Class events line up to encircle 36th America’s Cup
June 18, 2019No CommentsA total of 11 events including superyacht regattas, J Class regattas, superyacht fishing competitions and island cruises will entertain superyacht
Lewmar Partners with SSANZ for NZ’s Most Competitive Short-handed Sailing Series
June 18, 2019No CommentsLewmar Partners with SSANZ for New Zealand’s Most Competitive Short-handed Sailing Series Kiwi Yachting is excited to announce
Auckland drops daily anchorage fee after consultation with the marine industry
June 11, 2019No CommentsAuckland Council has dropped a proposed daily anchoring fee which would have seen superyachts and other foreign-flagged vessels of over 40-metres
Yamaha Most Trusted Marine Engine Brand for Third Year Running
May 30, 2019No CommentsYamaha has been awarded the Most Trusted Marine Engine Brand for the third year running by Readers Digest. For the 20th year, Reader’s Digest has
First timer from Christchurch wins boat show’s $250,000 Surtees/Yamaha Grand Prize
May 26, 2019No CommentsEden Waddington, a 32-year-old from Christchurch who was visiting the Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show for the first time, is now the proud owner of
Get ready for the new Stabicraft 2250 range
May 2, 2019No Comments2 years in design and 32 years in evolution, the Stabicraft 2250 Centrecab and 2250 Ultra Centrecab have almost arrived. The idea for the 2250
New Compact 14×6 Series Radar Series from Furuno
May 1, 2019No CommentsFuruno has unveiled two new Radars designed to meet the needs of workboats and commercial fishing vessels. The 12kW FAR1416 and 25kW FAR1426 Radars
New F20 and T25 Outboards from Yamaha
April 18, 2019No CommentsYamaha has added two new portable outboards to its line up with the introduction of the new generation F20 and T25 outboards. The new F20 is built
The business – and benefits – of building next generation racing yachts in Aotearoa
April 15, 2019No CommentsThe 36th America’s Cup may still be two years away but Emirates Team New Zealand’s campaign is already near top gear and Kiwi industry is
A New Era Launches at Kev & Ian’s Marine
April 11, 2019No CommentsPress release After 30 years of service in the marine industry, Kevin Griffin is selling up to explore numerous other exciting interests. Fortunately
NZ Marine & Composites ITO submission on Review of Vocational Education in New Zealand
April 10, 2019No CommentsFurther to the NZ Government’s request for consultation for their proposed changes to vocational education in New Zealand, NZ Marine & Composites
WhisperPower appoints EAL as its Auckland dealer
April 7, 2019No CommentsWhisperPower, thealternative energy powerhouse from the Netherlands, has appointed EAL as its primary Auckland dealer (marine). John McGettigan
Tauranga mayor celebrates opening of new Lusty & Blundell branch
April 7, 2019No CommentsTauranga Mayor, Greg Brownless, celebrated the official opening of Lusty & Blundell’s new Tauranga branch on April 4, cutting the symbolic ribbon
Matt Watson to star in Master Class seminars at Hutchwilco NZ Boat Show
March 11, 2019No CommentsWell known TV fishing star Matt Watson will be among a strong line-up of expert Master Class speakers at this year’s Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show
Electric outboards from innovative brand ePropulsion, now available in New Zealand
March 6, 2019No CommentsA range of electric outboard motors, from ePropulsion, is now available at dealers around New Zealand. Innovative brand ePropulsion has been a pioneer
Hutchwilco Issues Lifejacket Recall – Fisher Vest
February 27, 2019No CommentsLifejacket manufacturer Hutchwilco, is recalling its ‘Fisher Vest’ lifejacket. The Hutchwilco Fisher Vest is an inflatable lifejacket designed
36 Degrees Brokers to offer new EXCESS Catamarans in New Zealand
February 21, 2019No Comments36 Degrees Brokers are incredibly excited to announce their appointment as exclusive dealers for the new EXCESS catamaran range which has just
CTEK’s powerful & versatile new PRO range compatible with Lithium-Ion batteries
February 17, 2019No CommentsCTEK’s powerful, fully automatic 15A and 25A battery chargers are compatible with any 12V battery, including the increasingly-popular Lithium-Ion
Q-Marine International Ltd Announces New Distributor for United Kingdom
February 10, 2019No CommentsAuckland, New Zealand - It is our pleasure to announce Hypro Marine Ltd of Hampshire, United Kingdom as a distributor of Q-SPD Surface Drive
Fastmount® expands product range to include cost-effective panel restraint
February 7, 2019No CommentsLeader in panel mounting systems, Fastmount, has launched its new panel restraint, Seismount, for ceiling and wall panels in high volume marine and
The 2019 NZ Millennium Cup has crowned a winner
February 7, 2019No CommentsNZ Marine race day of the NZ Millennium Cup drew to a close on Saturday 2 February and Tawera was crowned the winner. The eleventh edition of the
New Furuno GP3700 Series Chart Plotter for the Commercial Skipper
February 3, 2019No CommentsFuruno has introduced a new high-performance Chart Plotter designed specifically for commercial fishermen; with all of the features they want and need
2019 Surtees/Yamaha Grand Prize now a ‘Quarter-Million’ package!
January 21, 2019No CommentsPress release from Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show The most valuable “must-be-won” Grand Prize in history just got even better — and is now worth
Kiwi-built Rayglass Protectors chosen by world’s major sailing competitions
January 17, 2019No CommentsNew Zealand built Rayglass Protector RIBs (rigid-inflatable boats) have been chosen as the official patrol boats for two of the world’s major sailing
Tauranga growth sees L&B expand to new Sulphur Pt premises
January 13, 2019No CommentsThe continuing expansion of the Tauranga marine industry, along with the opening of the exciting new Tauranga Marine Precinct, has seen Lusty &
NZ marine apprenticeship scheme named best in the world
November 16, 2018No CommentsPictured L to R: Ed Slack of IBI, James Ward of award sponsor Marine Resources, and Peter Busfield of NZ Marine At an awards evening held on
NZ Marine hosts fourth annual Fiji/NZ Day – 25-26 July
July 5, 2018No CommentsThe fourth annual Fiji/NZ Trade day will be held on Thursday 25 July – Friday 26 July 2019 at Musket Cove and the Port Denarau Yacht Club,
Altus Innovation Awards 2018 – innovative marine products awarded at Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show
May 21, 2018No CommentsPresented as part of the 2018 Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show Boat of the Show Awards, the 2018 Altus Innovation Awards were judged by an expert
Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show reveals $200k+ Surtees/Yamaha Grand Prize!
January 30, 2018No CommentsOrganisers of the 2018 Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show have revealed that this year’s Grand Prize Package will be a Surtees 750 Game Fisher (Enclosed
Yachting Developments signs new superyacht order for 33m (109′) sportsfisher
January 29, 2018No CommentsYachting Developments is delighted to announce the signing of a new superyacht order, 33m (109’) Hull 1017, with work set to commence in Q1 of 2018.
Announcing new Simrad NSO evo3 Navigation System
January 15, 2018No CommentsSimrad Yachting – a leader in the design and manufacture of world-class marine navigation, autopilot, radar, communications and fishfinding systems –
NZ Marine News Summer 2017/18
December 20, 2017No CommentsOur NZ Marine News Summer 2017/18 edition is now available to download. Read all about what's happening in the NZ Marine Industry, our members'
Yachting Developments launches 39.5m sportsfisher Hull 1015
November 23, 2017No CommentsYachting Developments is proud to have launched their latest superyacht project, 39.5m (129’6’’) sportsfisher Hull 1015. The yacht left Yachting
Baltic Ensures Your Summer Safety for Years to Come
November 21, 2017No CommentsBaltic are Europe’s largest lifejacket manufacturer, and already carry a 5 year guarantee, but this year are offering the first service free
Surtees Boats BBQ Open Day with Fishing & Adventure
November 19, 2017No CommentsSurtees Boats celebrate opening with BBQ Open Day at new summer pop up site in boating mecca – Tauranga, Bay of Plenty. The Surtees Factory Summer
Coastguard gears up for another busy summer
November 13, 2017No CommentsWith the weather finally warming up, many Kiwis are thinking about getting back on the boat and out on the water. Last year, Coastguard brought
A Hybrid of Comfort and Convenience: The New Puffin Airfloor is Built to Last
November 6, 2017No CommentsThe new Airfloor is a hybrid of the popular Shearwater Airfloor and the classic Puffin Rollup. It’s thermally welded tubes are fixed to a high
Fastmount® asserts position as leader in panel mounting solutions
November 1, 2017No CommentsExhibiting at the 30th METSTRADE in Amsterdam during November 14 -16, 2017, Fastmount continues to assert its position as the original leading panel
New Surtees 750 Workmate Hardtop: A bigger fishing experience
October 23, 2017No CommentsWith the introduction of the 750 Workmate Hardtop this summer, Surtees is adding more space and a bigger fishing experience to an already popular
Exhibitors report increased sales at 2017 Auckland On Water Boat Show
October 18, 2017No CommentsThe Auckland On Water Boat Show ran over the first weekend in October and exhibitors are reporting strong sales and a buoyant industry. A drawcard
University chooses Rayglass CEO as one of their ‘exceptional individuals under 40’
October 18, 2017No CommentsThe achievements of the young CEO of New Zealand’s world renowned Rayglass Boats, Dave Larsen, have been acknowledged with his naming in the
Marine weather forecasts key to boating safety
October 16, 2017No CommentsMetService is supporting Safer Boating Week with a reminder to check the marine weather forecast before you leave home. Weather conditions can make
Safer Boating Week – If you can’t call for help, we can’t rescue you
October 6, 2017No CommentsNew Zealand’s national Safer Boating Week (October 13-20) has an important new message for boaties: If you can’t call for help, we can’t rescue
Economic benefits of 36th America’s Cup to NZ expected to be profound
September 29, 2017No CommentsAmerica’s Cup racing pays dividends. That’s the message from the New Zealand Marine Industry following the announcement of the 36th America’s Cup
Dibley Marine’s Kraken 66 – Announced as Bluewater Cruising Yacht of the Year at Southampton Boat Show
September 17, 2017No CommentsKevin Dibley of DYD Ltd is very happy to announce that their Kraken 66 design was selected as the winner of the 2017 Bluewater Cruiser of the
Boaties relish the opportunity to enjoy Rayglass Open Weekend & Factory Tour
September 13, 2017No CommentsBoaties from around the country flocked to the Auckland suburb of Mt Wellington for the 2017 Rayglass Boats’ Open Weekend and Factory Tour on
Yachting Developments’ Bianca Cook joins CLEAN SEAS – TURN THE TIDE ON PLASTIC for Volvo Ocean Race 2017-2018 campaign
September 12, 2017No CommentsYachting Developments is proud to announce that Bianca Cook – elder daughter of Yachting Developments’ founders Ian and Blanche Cook – has been
Win big with Yamaha and Whitiangler!
September 11, 2017No CommentsYamaha is excited to announce the launch of the ‘Win big with Yamaha and Whitiangler’ competition! One lucky winner and two mates are in to win a
Fastmount signs new distributor in Russia
September 6, 2017No CommentsLeading panel mounting system designer and manufacturer, Fastmount, has signed its first distributor in Russia, New Furniture Technologies
New VETUS retractable thruster makes docking easier, faster & more enjoyable
September 6, 2017No CommentsVetus new retractable thruster is designed to make the docking experience easier, faster and more enjoyable. Compact, lightweight and
Hall Marine Design announced as a 2017 Best Design Awards finalist
September 5, 2017No CommentsA Mount Maunganui-based boat design company, Hall Marine Design, has been crowned as a finalist in the consumer category at the 2017 Best Design
New Commercial Vessel Directory published by NZ Marine
August 30, 2017No CommentsNZ Marine has just published ‘Select New Zealand – Commercial Vessel Directory’ which will be used in our marketing mix to sell NZ-built commercial
Rayglass adds new production facility to meet demand for popular new 3500
August 23, 2017No CommentsThe astonishing popularity of the new Rayglass Legend 3500 has resulted in the company adding a new production facility to get more boats on
BEP Power Products recognises customer growth
August 22, 2017No CommentsBEP Marine, a Power Products, LLC company and leading manufacturer of system wide integrated power product solutions, recognises technical installer
A VIP drops by at Jackson Industries
August 15, 2017No CommentsThe America’s Cup made a brief appearance at an Onehunga CNC machining and composite engineering facility last week, accompanied by members
Advanced marine electric drivetrain to be shown in Europe for the first time, at the Cannes Yachting Festival
August 13, 2017No CommentsA groundbreaking marine electric drivetrain will be shown in Europe for the first time at this year’s Cannes Yachting Festival. The all-electric
New Custom 830 From Pinnacle Boats
August 13, 2017No CommentsPinnacle Boats in Whitianga have begun construction on their latest build, a custom 830 model. The boat is being built for a new fishing charter
Fastmount appoints first exclusive distributor in Brazil
August 13, 2017No CommentsFastmount, the leading designer and manufacturer of panel mounting systems, has appointed I-Sea as its exclusive distributor in Brazil. Based in
Rayglass Open Weekend & Factory Tour to be held on September 8-10
August 3, 2017No CommentsRayglass Boats, New Zealand’s most successful manufacturer of luxury GRP pleasure boats, will be holding an Open Weekend and Factory Tour at their
Lusty & Blundell to distribute Vesper Marine’s NZ-made, world-renowned AIS
July 27, 2017No CommentsNew Zealand’s leading marine systems and products distributor, Lusty and Blundell Ltd, is to distribute the world-acclaimed, New Zealand designed and
New Commercial Projects Manager at Hutchwilco
July 24, 2017No CommentsNew Zealand’s leading manufacturer and distributor of quality marine safety equipment, Hutchwilco Limited, has appointed John Roberts as
Events Clothing onboard Sybaris – 2017 Sailing Yacht of The Year
July 6, 2017No CommentsAt the recent World Superyacht Awards, Sybaris was named the Sailing Yacht of the Year. Congratulations! Sybaris scooped the awards in both the 40
Fastmount addresses fire safety and acoustic mounting with latest product release
July 5, 2017No CommentsFollowing a successful debut in May at the world’s largest interiors and furniture production show, Interzum, Fastmount releases two new products to
BoatSmart HQ – making your boating experiences effortless, convenient and safe
July 3, 2017No CommentsAt BoatSmart HQ, our mission is to make your boating experiences effortless, convenient and safe. The BoatSmart HQ way is to provide our members
Red socks tribute to Sir Peter Blake on the water in Bermuda
June 25, 2017No CommentsIn 1995 a great New Zealander pulled on a pair of red socks and set about winning one of the world’s oldest and most coveted trophies against some of
News from Elliott Marine Design
June 20, 2017No CommentsELLIOTT 7 Fleet Launched in Darwin Since the first Elliott 7 keelboat fleet was launched at the RNZYS in 2010 many yacht clubs have followed suit.
New hydraulic autopilot for trailer boats an award-winning Evolution
June 13, 2017No CommentsThe just released new Evolution EV-150 Hydraulic Autopilot System has been specifically designed and engineered to be extremely cost effective for
Rayglass Boats continues amazing award-winning streak
June 5, 2017No CommentsAuckland boat manufacturer Rayglass Boats has continued their amazing winning streak at the country’s premier boating awards: the Hutchwilco New
Surtees 575 Pro Fisher Centre Console made for NZ Chef Al Brown wins best ‘Specialist Fishing Boat Up To 6m’ at New Zealand Boat Show
June 5, 2017No Comments575 pro fisher wins Hutchwilco NZ Boat Show Award Surtees 575 Pro Fisher Centre Console made for NZ Chef Al Brown wins best ‘Specialist Fishing
Continuing Sir Peter Blake’s Environmental Legacy
May 29, 2017No CommentsDuring his 30-year career Sir Peter Blake won every significant bluewater race on the planet. He then turned his focus to pursuing his passion for
Emirates Team New Zealand clothed by kiwi company
May 28, 2017No CommentsAuckland uniform company, Events Clothing, a member of NZ Marine has become the official team uniform supplier to Emirates Team New Zealand in the
Lion New Zealand arrives at Yachting Developments for top to bottom refit
May 28, 2017No CommentsLion New Zealand arrives at Yachting Developments for top to bottom refit Yachting Developments is pleased to have welcomed the 80ft maxi yacht
Simrad launches new AP48 Autopilot Controller
May 25, 2017No CommentsAnnouncing the new Simrad AP48 Autopilot Controller — a premium dedicated control head for Simrad Continuum autopilot systems, featuring an optically
Fiji/NZ Trade Day, Port Denarau Yacht Club – 28 July 2017
May 17, 2017No CommentsWe are pleased to advise that, following the success of the inaugural Fiji/NZ event last year, we are hosting a Fiji/NZ Day again on Friday 28th July
38.7m Hull 1015 entering final stage of construction at Yachting Developments as superstructure is joined to hull
May 4, 2017No CommentsHull 1015, the 38.7m sportsfisher in build at New Zealand yard Yachting Developments, is now entering its final stages of construction. On 8 April
Stay in Charge with Volvo Penta’s Battery Management System
May 2, 2017No CommentsVolvo-Penta has released its new Battery Management System – bringing simplicity and ease of use for vessels owners all at the touch of a
Mastervolt chosen again as Official Power Supplier to Volvo Ocean Race 2017-18
April 26, 2017No CommentsMastervolt, the industry specialist in autonomous power solutions; has once again been chosen to supply the power system for each of the eight
Catch more fish – 3 nautical miles in land!
April 26, 2017No CommentsNext month, Auckland’s best fishing spot won’t be at some remote spot in the outer Hauraki Gulf. It will be about 3 nautical miles inland, in
Fastmount follows up upholstery innovation with release of new clip
April 17, 2017No CommentsFollowing the release of the TC-06 clip set from the Textile Range in 2016, Fastmount has responded to market feedback by designing a surface-mount
New Rayglass 3500 generates unprecedented demand
April 11, 2017No CommentsIn a scenario, reminiscent of the release of a top-end supercar, demand for the yet-to-be-officially-released Rayglass 3500 has been every bit as
Versatile LED floodlights now with dual colour options
April 9, 2017No CommentsBright white light is great when working or performing a specific task but often a softer tone or secondary colour is desired. Owners can now benefit
Partnership on track to deliver the future marine hub of the Bay
March 27, 2017No CommentsThe Tauranga Harbour Marine Precinct is the very first project to receive payment from the Bay of Plenty Regional Council’s Regional Infrastructure
AXIOM RealVision 3D Sonar: completely changing the game for fishers
March 2, 2017No CommentsThe new Raymarine AXIOM RealVision is set to completely change the way fishers and boaties see the world beneath their hulls. Combining an
NEW 7.7m SPORT D-TUBE MODEL JOINS SEALEGS AMPHIBIOUS RANGE
February 27, 2017No CommentsNEW 7.7m SPORT D-TUBE MODEL JOINS SEALEGS AMPHIBIOUS RANGE For Immediate Release 23 February, 2017 Auckland, New Zealand; Kiwi boat
Martronics purchases EAL Electric
February 23, 2017No CommentsPress release Martronics Limited wish to announce their purchase of an iconic NZ Marine member, EAL Electric Limited, effective February 1,
Tawera takes the NZ Millennium Cup 2017
February 1, 2017No CommentsTawera, impeccably sailed, again dominated a lengthier 27nm course on day three of racing, taking line honours for a third consecutive day and