NZ Marine Industry Association AGM endorses establishment of NZ Marine & Composites Training Academy
At 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
HamiltonJet 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
Auckland, 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
A 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
After 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
After 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
Fosters 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
Lloyd 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
Leading 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
As 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
Yachting 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?
Boaties 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
Not 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
Propspeed, 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
The 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
HamiltonJet 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
The 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
Gamefishing 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
If 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
As 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
2020 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
Innovative 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
Spinlock 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
Lowrance®, 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
Well-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
Plans 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
Hyundai 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
There 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
Auckland, New Zealand – Propspeed, leading innovator of underwater coatings, announced today the introduction of a revolutionary foul-release coating
Rayglass launches modern new interactive website
Rayglass 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
WASSP 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
Lusty & 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
ENL 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
An 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
New 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
Rayglass 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
Martronics 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
Raymarine has created an affordable new stabilised IP thermal camera system that is perfectly suited for trailer boats. Consisting of a Raymarine’s
U-DEK marine deck kits now available direct from Ultralon Foam’s new Auckland drive-in facility
31st July 2019, Ultralon Foam Group, Auckland, New Zealand: U-DEK marine deck kits are now available direct from the new Auckland facility of leading
Oceanmax reveals global expansion plans
New 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
A 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
Lewmar 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
Auckland 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
Yamaha 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
Eden 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
2 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
Furuno 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
Yamaha 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
The 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
Press 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
Further 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
WhisperPower, 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
Tauranga 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
Well 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
A 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
Lifejacket 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
36 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
CTEK’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
Auckland, 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
Leader 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
NZ 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
Furuno 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!
Press 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
New 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
The 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
Pictured 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
The 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
Presented 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!
Organisers 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
Yachting 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
Simrad 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
Our 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
Yachting 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
Baltic 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
Surtees 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
With 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
The 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
Exhibiting 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
With 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
The 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’
The 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
MetService 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
New 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
America’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
Kevin 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
Boaties 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
Yachting 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!
Yamaha 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
Leading 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
Vetus 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
A 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
NZ 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
The 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
BEP 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
The 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
A 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
Pinnacle 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
Fastmount, 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
Rayglass 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
New 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
New 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
At 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
Following 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
At 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
In 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
ELLIOTT 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
The 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
Auckland 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
575 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
During 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
Auckland 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
Lion 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
Announcing 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
We 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
Hull 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
Volvo-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
Mastervolt, 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!
Next 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
Following 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
In 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
Bright 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
The 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
The 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
NEW 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
Press 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
Tawera, impeccably sailed, again dominated a lengthier 27nm course on day three of racing, taking line honours for a third consecutive day and
New bespoke Coach Boats for Yachting New Zealand
Yachting New Zealand has selected after an in depth design process the Lancer RK5000 “Ultimate Support Boat” as their new coach boat for their
Balex Automatic Boat Loader about to launch in Europe
New Zealand company, Balex Marine has formed an OEM alliance with Marlin Trailers (Coops & Nieborg BV) from the Netherlands who will be launching
WASSP Sounder Technology receives a $15.0m R&D Growth Grant
New Zealand based ENL Group, the parent company of Electronic Navigation Ltd, has announced that it has received a NZD$15m R&D Growth Grant from
Hella Marine appoints new product manager
Hella marine, the leading manufacturer of high-performance recreational and commercial marine lighting, has named Ramon Surrey as its new Product
Super-bright, ultra-compact Piranha P12s: big boat performance in a small boat light
Bluefin LED’s new Piranha P12 underwater lights are super bright, with an incredible 5500 fixture lumen output. They are ultra compact and very low
Simrad Yachting Partners with Big Angry Fish
Big Angry Fish boat to feature a Simrad® electronics suite in Season 6 of the NZ television show. For the show’s upcoming sixth season, the Big
ETNZ sailors meet their AC50 at Southern Spars
As progress continues on their AC50, senior sailing team members from Emirates Team New Zealand visited Southern Spars’ facility last week to check on
New Coastguard Boating Education GM keen to target hard-to-reach groups
Coastguard Boating Education’s new general manager, Mike Brown, wants to target groups that don’t usually sit CBE courses and who are often
Maritime Survivor Locator Devices provide local link to rapid rescue
Designed for the professional marine market and its offshore workers, Ocean Signal’s new M100 and M100X MSLDs (Maritime Survivor Locating Devices)
Applying Pacific culture to yacht support proves a successful formula
South Pacific superyacht support provider, Marinelogix, has been recognised for its effective and culturally-cognisant approach to yachting in the
Fastmount TC-06 Textile Range Nominated for DAME – Design Award 2016
The leader in panel mounting systems, Fastmount, has been nominated for the DAME Design Award 2016 for its new TC-06 Textile Range clip set. The
Navico commences distribution of JL Audio in Australia and New Zealand
Navico, parent company to leading marine electronics brands Lowrance, Simrad, B&G and GoFree, has announced today its distribution agreement with
New boating safety videos and guide launched for Safer Boating Week
As part of Safer Boating Week (October 14-21) the first of three new safer boating videos and a new safety guide were launched on Saturday October
Safer Boating Week — get on board!
Associate Transport Minister Craig Foss is encouraging boaties to get on board this Safer Boating Week. The theme for the week is Prep, Check,
Stabicraft Marine – International Business Awards Finalist in the special category Excellence in Design.
Congratulations to our member company Stabicraft Marine on this great achievement! Power trailerboat manufacturer Stabicraft Marine’s vessels are
Safer Boating Week starts with a splash – October 14-21
2015 wharf jump at Queen’s Wharf, Wellington Safer Boating Week starts this Friday (October 14) with a splash when boating leaders in Wellington
Much more power from existing solar panels with Victron’s BlueSolar MPPT controllers
Boat owners can now get up to 30% more valuable charging power from their existing solar panels thanks to Victron Energy’s BlueSolar MPPT (Maximum
Grant Alexander stoking Onfire Design
Design agency for numerous NZ Marine members, Onfire Design has recently joined forces with one of New Zealand’s most awarded design specialists,
Rayglass Boats proves best in Australasia as Kiwi company scoops Platinum Award
Top New Zealand boatbuilder, Rayglass Boats, has emulated its sailing, rowing and rugby counterparts and out-performed its trans-Tasman rivals,
Construction begins on the future marine hub of the Bay
The first sod was turned on the Tauranga Harbour Marine Precinct on 29 September, marking the beginning of the construction of the future marine hub
Balex Marine launches Snowball Effect capital raise to expand push for innovative Automatic Boat Loader into new markets
Tauranga, 28 September - Balex Marine, manufacturers of the innovative Automatic Boat Loader (ABL), has launched a capital raise open to the public on
14 metre offshore fishing cat to be presented at Auckland On Water Boat Show
A 14 metre, offshore-capable, game fishing catamaran design will be presented at this year’s Auckland On Water Boat Show. The boundary-pushing
Fastmount debuts the new standard in securing deck cushions at METS Trade 2016
For the first time at the Marine Equipment Trade Show (METS), leading panel mounting innovator Fastmount will debut the new Textile Range, alongside
Fi-Glass Comes to Fish City Albany
Fish City Albany has announced that it will retail the popular Fi-Glass Boats brand from its North Auckland retail store. The arrival of the
New DuraLED 50LP offers exceptional durability and outstanding performance
DuraLED 50LP lamps are an extremely powerful source of white light and offer a safe, energy efficient and reliable alternative to incandescent and
New Custom 930 due from Pinnacle Boats
Pinnacle Boats in Whitianga have started construction on their latest build, a custom 930 model. The boat is being built for SMADA Fishing Charters
CZone® Expands Touchscreen Range with new Touch 5 including Built-in Wifi
Auckland, August 31 2016 – CZone®, a brand of BEP, the global leader in marine electrical systems and components is proud to announce the launch of
Volvo Penta Expands IPS Range
Volvo Penta has expanded its IPS (Inboard Performance System) range with the release of the new D8-IPS700 and D8-IPS800, extending the benefits of IPS
Successful collaboration between Fiji and the NZ marine industry
On August 5th under the banner of promoting South Pacific Superyachting a Fiji/NZ ‘Open Day’ was staged at Port Denarau Marina and Denarau Yacht Club.
School students building careers at Rayglass
Howick College students Nick Mackenzie (17) and Jayden Prentice (16) are building what they hope will be bright careers at top New Zealand boat
Change of the guard at Royal NZ Yacht Squadron
The Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron appointed new Commodore Steve Mair at last week’s Annual General Meeting at the Squadron Clubrooms in Westhaven.
A torrent of early entries to the NZ Millennium Cup 2017 signal the largest fleet may race since the turn of the century
Six months out from the commencement of the NZ Millennium Cup 2017 (24 – 27 January) and momentum is building faster than recent years with a series
Factory Expansion at Surtees Boats
Whakatane boat builder Surtees Boats is undergoing a major expansion of its current production facility with the addition of a new 900sqm
Name change signals exciting advances in inflatable design
Rod Dawson is on a mission to bring adventure to everyone who wants it. That’s why he took over a small inflatable boat manufacturer and turned
Control at the Palm of your Hand with the Volvo Penta IPS Simulator
Ever wanted to experience the groundbreaking technology that is Volvo-Penta’s IPS system? Well, at the upcoming Auckland On Water Boat Show, you
Humphree Now Available in New Zealand
Volpower NZ Limited has announced it will distribute the Humphree range of trim and boat control stabilisation systems. Swedish based Humphree,
MML launches RefitPlanner.com, a web-based tool that allows for better planning and accuracy of costs in refit work
In response to a cry from the industry at large for improved planning around refit and a greater degree of precision in cost estimates, Marine
New Zealand marine companies head to Fiji to meet with cruising vessels and superyachts
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A torrent of early entries to the NZ Millennium Cup 2017 signal the largest fleet may race since the turn of the century
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Emirates Team New Zealand appoints Southern Spars to build 2017 America’s Cup boat
Southern Spars today announced it has been appointed to build Emirates Team New Zealand’s boat for the 35th America’s Cup. New Zealand’s
From superyachts to cycling – Southern Spars takes on new code to help NZ cyclists chase gold in Rio
Cycling New Zealand partners with world-leading carbon fibre specialist, New Zealand’s Southern Spars In a classic tale of Kiwi ingenuity, New
Three decades: Hundreds of superyacht refits, one innovative kiwi company
Marine business EAL Electric are proudly marking 30 years of excellence in business innovation this week. Since 1986 the company has flourished
Whiting Power Systems rebrands to Power Equipment Ltd
Whiting Power Systems, a New Zealand market leader in providing marine and industrial diesel engine sales, service and support has re-branded to Power
Local industry buy in to Tauranga Harbour Marine Precinct
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Rayglass Boats wins prestigious New Zealand Export Award
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Surtees Boats announces appointment of Adam Dyck as the company’s new CEO
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Emirates Team New Zealand launch their fastest boat yet
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Fusion announces partnership with Tiara Yachts
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New Raymarine Ray70 VHF has it all: AIS, 72-channel GPS & loud hailer!
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Reg Werner appointed L&B’s Technical Service Manager
June 6, 2016 Reg Werner, a 30-year-plus veteran of the marine and technical service industries, has become Lusty and Blundell’s new Technical
Gary and Greg Dutton inducted to New Zealand Boat Show Hall of Fame
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Big drop in summer boating fatalities
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New owners at Fish City Albany
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Simrad NSS Evo2 & Radar Promotional Bundles – NZ
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Strong Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show for Surtees Boats
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Yachting Developments launches 33.83m Cygnus Montanus (Hull 1012)
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New Zealand Marine and Composites Industry Training Organisation Appoints New Chair
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New 10-Year Hull Warranty Across Entire Surtees Range
Surtees Boats has announced that it has extended its 6-year hull warranty out to 10-years across its entire model range. Surtees Boats have
Big win for boaties in Northland Advocacy Case
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Sea Blade Delivers 23 foot Patrol Boats to Hawaiian US State Department
A joint build between Lancer Industries Ltd (NZ), Orca Engineering (NZ) and Navatek Ltd (USA) has seen the successful supply of the two
Digital switching now a real option for trailer powerboats
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Stabicraft 1600 Fisher Carbon reaches pinnacle of design recognition – a Red Dot Design Award
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Back to the future for Boating NZ magazine
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Excitement at 16th annual Marine Trades Challenge
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Wardale leads new Waiheke Marina development project – focus on community consultation
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Rayglass Protectors finding favour in Australia
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Fusion offers powerful update to Fusion-Link mobile app
FUSION OFFERS POWERFUL UPDATE TO FUSION-LINK MOBILE APP Leading Audio Manufacturer Expands Remote Control Capabilities of Premier Marine Entertainment
BEP – New combination output interface delivers ‘tried and tested’ CZone solutions
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Bluefin LED appoint Lusty & Blundell as exclusive NZ distributors
Lusty and Blundell Ltd, New Zealand’s leading distributor of quality marine systems and equipment, has been appointed the exclusive New
Busy times ahead for Yachting Developments as launch of Hull 1012 approaches
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Balex Marine begins rolling out innovative Automatic Boat Launcher to boaties
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Introducing Fully Integrated Mercury® Engine Data With Simrad® GO, NSS and NSO Displays
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Precision-9 Compass Offers Constant Heading Updates Along Multiple Axes
Navico, the world’s largest manufacturer of marine electronics and parent company to the Lowrance, Simrad and B&G brands, has announced the
One Week until 2016 Oceanbridge Sail Auckland
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WASSP Guides the Way for Superyacht Launch
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Mastervolt introduces the MLS range of entry-level 12V lithium ion batteries
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2016 Volvo Sailing & Boating Week – Kicks off this weekend!
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Millennium Cup 2016 – what a race!
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Raymarine’s new Quantum radar delivers superior short & long range imaging
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Shark exhibition sure to surprise at 2016 Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show
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Electronic Navigation Ltd Celebrates 70-Year Milestone
New Zealand’s leading marine electronics distributor and manufacturer, Electronic Navigation Ltd (ENL) will achieve a significant
NZ Marine and Composites ITO congratulates Graduate Class of 2015
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Announcing SIMRAD® GO5 & GO7 XSE Chartplotter Navigation Displays
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$100,000 Surtees/Yamaha package to be won at 2016 Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show
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News from Tauranga Harbour Marine Precinct
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Tristram Fink joins Tristram Marine as Finance & Marketing Manager
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Rayglass & Yamaha chosen for new international award
New Zealand boatbuilder Rayglass and Yamaha have been named as one of the finalists for a prestigious new international boat building award. The
Lifejackets save lives – more people are getting them on
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Hutchwilco Extends New Zealand Boat Show Sponsorship for a Further Nine Years
Hutchwilco Limited has extended its long-standing relationship with the New Zealand Boat Show, by announcing it will be the naming rights sponsor for
Marine industry veteran Reg Werner joins growing L&B sales team
Experienced marine industry veteran Reg Werner has joined the growing Lusty and Blundell Ltd customer sales and service team. “Reg will
Innovative new VETUS engines cooler, quieter & more fuel efficient
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Rayglass Boats wins prestigious Exporting Excellence Award
Auckland, New Zealand based boat manufacturer, Rayglass Boats has won the prestigious Excellence in Exporting Award at the Auckland Chamber of
Q-West Boat Builders to build new ferries for Fullers
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Your lifejacket is your friend – zip up, clip up and get on board
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Foss urges boaties to stay safe
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Marinas rewarded for environmental best practice
Five marinas were certified under the Clean Marina program at the New Zealand Marina Operators Association in Wellington this month, reflecting
Buyers flock to Auckland On Water Boat Show
Boats, big and small, and all the relevant accompaniments – engines or sails, anchors and winches, dinghies and navigation equipment –
Trailer boats always a key focus of Auckland On Water Boat Show
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Auckland On Water Boat Show showcases marine industry
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RIB brand to launch concurrently in Auckland and Monaco
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Riviera set to celebrate with three stunning examples of excellence in New Zealand
Riviera Australia, in conjunction with its New Zealand dealer R Marine Flagship, has announced three striking examples of style
Small NZ exporter beats multi-nationals to take USA Award
Small New Zealand owned marine export company Oceanmax won big at US retailer West Marine’s annual Very Important Vendor (VIV) awards. Nominated
Altex Yacht & Boat Paint announces the release of its highly anticipated new look product range
The improvements to the brand go much further than the fashionable and simplified can labels. It's what’s going on inside the cans, that is
Mastervolt transforms Czone with the new Touch-10 – a brighter, sharper display with capacitive touch screen technology
Enhancing the human/machine interface Mastervolt, the market leaders in off-grid power systems, is proud to announce the arrival of the next
New racing software from B&G helps to get you at the front of the pack…
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Volvo Penta IPS: still revolutionary 10 years on
Volvo Penta has celebrated 10-years since the release of their game changing Volvo Penta IPS system. In 2005 more than 150,000 people visited the
Stabicraft wins exciting design award
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FURUNO of Japan Increases Investment in New Zealand Hi-Tech Marine Company
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Superyacht experts discuss the hidden treasures of the South Pacific
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Lusty & Blundell further expands customer service team
Lusty and Blundell Ltd, New Zealand’s largest supplier of marine products and systems, has further expanded their customer service team, adding
Boats galore at Auckland On Water Boat Show
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WIN! With Big Angry Fish and Maritime New Zealand
Maritime NZ is taking our "Get it on, or it's no good" lifejacket safety messages to a new level by offering two lucky winners the chance to go
Lowrance® Launches Three-Dimensional Sonar – StructureScan® 3D
Lowrance®, a world-leading brand in fishing electronics since 1957, has announced the release of a game-changing, sonar-imaging system –
Active Noise Cancelling Technology and Built-in GPS for Simple Installation
Icom NZ is proud to announce the official launch of their latest marine VHF/DSC transceiver, the IC-M423G. Recently voted "Best Buy" in UK's Yachting
Ocean Safety Range from Hutchwilco
New Ocean Safety Range from Hutchwilco New Zealand’s leading manufacturer and distributor of quality marine safety equipment,
L&B and Raymarine on board for Big Angry Fish, Season 4
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Kit Carlier: Boat builder to designer
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South Pacific Superyachting officially launched in Tahiti
Friday 26 June marked the official launch of a new destination initiative - South Pacific Superyachting. South Pacific Superyachting sees Tahiti,
Superyacht skipper ‘rapt’ with Protector’s new high-speed luxury tender
Superyacht skipper, Paul Bickley, is full of praise for the latest Protector RIB from Auckland, New Zealand manufacturer, Rayglass Boats. Paul
Project to change the face of fishing in NZ launched in Nelson
A ceremony steeped in tradition was held in Nelson this week to celebrate the launch of a fleet renewal project that will change the face of fishing
Emirates Team New Zealand – Training with new talent
An advance party of Emirates Team New Zealand crew fly out this week to head up to Southampton in the UK to begin assembly of the teams
Hutchwilco Acquires Diversified Product Line
Hutchwilco Limited has acquired the marine accessory stock and intellectual property of Porirua based distributor Diversified Products NZ Ltd.
Westerbeke’s new EFI Low-CO Generators ideal for outboard-powered boats
Owners of large outboard-powered trailer boats and other petrol driven vessels can now enjoy the convenience of an efficient, powerful
Sea Blade SB20 to Make New Zealand Boat Show Debut
The widely talked about and much anticipated Sea Blade SB20 will be released next week at the Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show, May 14-17. The new
See Near and Far with Revolutionary New Simrad HALO™ Pulse Compression Radar
Announcing Simrad HALO™ Pulse Compression Radar – the world’s first high-performance solid-state, open-array radar system with pulse
Fun for the whole family at Hutchwilco Boat Show 2015
Fun for the whole family Although the Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show is packed full of the latest boats, engines, fishing gear and the like,
Newsletter from Glasshape
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NZ Marine Industry Training Organisation undergoes name change
Reflecting the developing nature of the New Zealand marine industry, the New Zealand Marine Industry Training Organisation has changed its
WIN $500 worth of Shimano gear with Radio Sport at the 2015 Hutchwilco NZ Boat Show!
This year's Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show is celebrating 60 years of boat shows. There will be a fantastic range of activities, competitions
Boating Industry Gears Up For September’s On Water Boat Show
The Auckland On Water Boat Show located at the Viaduct Harbour and Events Centre - September 24-27, is shaping up to be one of the best in the
Winning skills spotlight opportunities in boat-building
A 20-year old boat-building apprentice employed by Far North Holdings recently come second in a national boat-building competition. Todd Leahy from
Raymarine’s new high quality VHFs smart, stylish and waterproof
With noise-canceling technology, audiophile-quality speakers and a sharp new design, Raymarine’s new waterproof Ray50 and Ray60 VHF radios are
Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show 2015 – News
Matt Watson at show! TV star to give talks, answer questions and more in new ITM Fishing Show Experience. Matt Watson, the popular TV star of the
Sea Blade Releases New Production Model – the SB21
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NZ Marine Industry Conference heads north
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Offshore wind farm support vessel market estimated to reach $3 Billion by 2020
The offshore wind turbine and foundation installation vessel market is expected to register substantial growth between 2014 and 2020, according to a
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Crude freefall
The oil price bubble officially burst when Saudi Arabia acknowledged it was cutting prices for buyers in the U.S. and Asia. High oil prices for
CV Group Representative on Government Business Reference Group
Following our Wellington Committee meeting in November last year Peter Busfield has been formally invited to join the Business Reference Group (BRG)
The Jones Act
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China will have trouble reviving industry – Standard and Poor’s review
Debt levels at China's 200 biggest companies increased by five times between 2007 and 2013 and financial pressures on them will likely intensify
US Navy to go all diesel
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World’s most expensive workboat?
The recently completed ‘Pieter Schelte’ is probably the most sophisticated workboat ever built. Designed primarily for the removal of
Zero rating for GST of Repairs / Refits on (used) exported vessels
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New Victron DC-DC converters from Lusty & Blundell
Victron Energy’s new range of Orion IP67 DC-DC Converters have been specially designed for use in exposed applications, including the harsh
Silencio wins NZ Millennium Cup 2015
Sassafras takes line honours, but the overall title goes to Silencio. The final day of racing at the New Zealand Millennium Cup 2015 – NZ
Victory again for Silencio on day two of the Millennium Cup
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Silencio wins day one of NZ Millennium Cup
Day one of racing sees Silencio win the Millennium Cup division and Antaeus takes line honours to win the Pacific Cup division. Following
New Zealand Millennium Cup officially begins
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Dubois-designed yachts go head to head
Ed Dubois weighs on the yachts he’s designed which will go head to head in January’s New Zealand Millennium Cup. The New
Hutchwilco Extends Distribution Agreement with Zodiac MilPro
Hutchwilco Limited has extended its sales and service agreement with Zodiac MilPro to distribute the company’s range of military and high-end
L&B supply electronic distress flare
Ocean Signal’s new rescueME Electronic Distress Flare is a super-bright, reusable hand-held signalling device that is suitable for use on craft
High Performance Yacht Design conference announces programme
Early registration for HYPD5, the High Performance Yacht Design conference set to take place in Auckland during the Volvo Ocean Race stopover has now
Explore Steinlager II in the Bay of Islands this week
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New Zealand opens its coastline for increased superyacht chartering
Aimed at streamlining the temporary import procedure for charter in New Zealand, the new process ensures chartering in New Zealand is easy and an
Tauranga’s marine precinct project surges ahead
Tauranga City Council is surging ahead with a project to create a new, purpose-built marine servicing facility and infrastructure at Sulphur Point,
Project manager appointed for Tauranga marine precinct
Auckland based marine consultant Phil Wardale has been appointed project manager for the Tauranga City Council project to create a purpose-built
NZ Marine ITO now one of only 11 industry training organisations
NZ Marine ITO now one of only 11 industry training organisations The world of industry training has evolved over the years and the Ministry of
Southern Spars sees resurgence in racing market
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Creating Websites that Work
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Lusty & Blundell expand sales team
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NZ Millennium Cup to have onsite agent
The New Zealand Millennium Cup, running from the 21 to the 23 of January, will have a dedicated onsite agent for the first time. Experienced
Superyachting New Zealand is published
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Sealegs launches amphibious technology kit for tender builders
Sealegs, creator of amphibious technology, has created a turnkey kit to allow tender builders to give their craft amphibious technology. The
Disadvantaged kids enjoy day on Waitemata harbour
Around 30 disadvantaged children and their caregivers enjoyed a stunning day out on the Waitemata Harbour in late November thanks to the generosity of
Stabicraft + Yamaha grand prizes at Hutchwilco show
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B&G announced as official supplier of the Volvo Ocean Race
B&G marine electronics are to be fitted across all Volvo Ocean Race boats and organiser vessels Leading sailing marine electronics manufacturer
11-months Barnacle Free with SoniHull
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Clever new OLED Digital Monitors big, bright and easy to read
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Alloy Yachts launches Hey Jude
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Rayglass ProJet chosen for Auckland Airport
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Swap your old lifejackets for new
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New Raymarine HD camera
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Mondango3 Wins Best Sailing Yacht over 40m at the ISS Awards
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New Zealand companies show innovation at METS
New Zealand companies return in force to METS with a strong line up of companies with new products to show the industry. The New Zealand
NZ Marine members exhibiting at FLIBS
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Diverse Projects acting as owner’s rep on Umbra refit
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Where the Pacific superyacht industry meets
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New Auckland Council navigation bylaws
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New Zealand Millennium Cup entries looking strong
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Gurit’s 9-month sales up over 20 per cent
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New navigation safety bylaw
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Safer Boating Week puts spotlight on boaties’ behaviour
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Heavyweight support for Safer Boating Week
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Furuno wins best multi-function display
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Minister urges safety first on the water
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ITM Fishing Show at Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show 2015
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Charter skipper gives his opinion on new snapper limits
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Twin V8s transforms Rayglass 4000
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Free software update from Raymarine
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New Pro Spec Inflatable Life Jacket from Hutchwilco
New Zealand’s leading manufacturer and distributor of quality marine safety equipment, recreational and performance watersports products,
Investment opportunity announced for refit yard on Auckland’s waterfront
Investors and refit yard operators are being offered a chance to capitalise on New Zealand’s growing reputation as a superyacht refit
Safer Boating Week coming up
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News from Navico – New Marine Radio Featuring High Performance Built-In AIS receiver
B&G, world leader in the design and manufacture of marine electronics and instruments for sailing, announced today the V90, a powerful and
Export group elects board
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Mondango3 Named a Finalist at the ISS Awards
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Lancer returns to Auckland Boat Show with new RIB Pricing
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Kiwi boats helping Aussie kids learn to sail
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New Zealand’s largest on water boat show kicks off next Thursday
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Viaduct Harbour to hold Guinness World Record attempt.
The Viaduct Harbour will play host to a world record attempt for the most people on a stand up paddleboard, played out in front of visitors to
Supersize your fishing stories, no exaggeration needed
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Family summer fun starts next Thursday
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New Zealand boating industry showing strong growth
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New onboard medical equipment to be displayed at New Zealand Street
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Yachting Developments signs new superyacht order
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Sea Vision’s new LED range set to brighten underwater world
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NavNet TZ Touch Apps now available for Android devices
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Hyundai SeasAll expands model line up
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Tristram Marine launch new models in time for show
Tristram Marine recently held a launch to over 300 industry guests, showcasing their new 701 Offshore and 701 Vanquish. The Hamilton company said
Breakthrough in fish finding displayed at show
Raymarine’s exciting new CP200 CHIRP SideVisionTM Sonar is a true breakthrough in fish-finding. By successfully combining, for the first time,
Launches and yachts at the show
Big, bold, and waiting for you to come aboard, the Viaduct will be packed with launches for you to hop aboard and explore during the
SeaHawk-XLR LED to debut at show
Introducing the new Sea Hawk-XLR LED Floodlight; the brightest Sea Hawk to date. Further enhancing the ever popular Hella marine LED Sea Hawk
2015 Weta to debut at show
The new, Weta 2015 will make its debut at the Auckland On Water Boat Show. With a shift of manufacture to XSP based in Singapore, Weta Marine has
International Superyacht Coatings Conference 2014
International Superyacht Coatings Conference provides interactive opportunities to shape the industry The keynote address for the International
Riviera to display $10,500,000 worth of boats at AOWB
Riviera’s red carpet, Auckland on-water display will showcase an impressive line-up of brand new models from Riviera and Belize from 50 to 63
New Zealand Street is back at Monaco 2014
New Zealand Street is back at Monaco 2014 with another spread of innovative companies displaying the strength of New Zealand’s superyacht
Electrics Afloat has re-branded
Electrics Afloat Limited is pleased to announce that we have rebranded. We have dropped the well-used blue and orange colours and have opted for a new
NZ Boat Paints appointed national distributor for Hempel Yacht and Boat Paints
New Zealand Boat Paints Ltd is proud to announce that they have been appointed national distributor for Hempel Yacht and Boat Paints: a complete range
Rayglass appoints Queensland dealer
Rayglass sales and marketing manager Scott Little (left) congratulates Queensland Marine Centre owner Andrew Bennett on the arrival of his first
Rayglass 2800 joins Ownaship fleet
Rayglass sales and marketing manager Scott Little (left) and Ownaship managing director Simon Barker. Fractional boat ownership company Ownaship will
Bob Tait inducted to the Hutchwilco Hall of Fame
Since 2005, the Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show Hall of Fame has been celebrating members of the New Zealand marine industry who’ve made
HYPD conference announces dates
The world’s top design talent is descending on Auckland during the Volvo stopover to attend the fifth HPYD international conference, organised
Diverse Projects completes extensive Alucia refit
The project management team at Diverse Projects has successfully completed their most complex refit to date. A full 12 month refit
Racing yacht joins Auckland fleet
TNL GAC Pindar recently imported TP52 racing yacht Calm 2 into Auckland to join a growing fleet of these exciting racing yachts. The yacht was
New EPIRB most compact yet
Ocean Signal’s new compact rescueME EPIRB1 is the world’s most compact Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon. Like the popular
Side vision delivers fishers greater scope
Raymarine’s new CP200 CHIRP SideVisionTM Sonar is a true breakthrough in fish-finding. By successfully combining, for the first time, the
SonarCharts get you fishing, faster
Navionics’ new SonarChartsTM will become a tool of choice for both casual and serious recreational fishers. High Definition bathymetry maps of
Huge prize packs up for grabs at the Auckland On Water Boat Show
The Viaduct Harbour will host the Auckland On Water Boat Show this September, forming a hub for local on-water enthusiasts as local and
ENL and Furuno announce joint initiative
Earlier this month, ENL and Furuno announced a joint agreement which signifies the start of a bold new era for Auckland-based ENL. Read the full
Yachts set course for South Pacific as official entry to NZ Millennium Cup opens
Entry to the South Pacific’s premier superyacht regatta is open, with at least seven yachts already waiting to sign up. As of the
RYNZS lodges America’s Cup challenge
The Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron announced at its 7 August AGM that it has lodged a challenge on behalf of Emirates Team New Zealand for the 35th
The new edition of ICOMIA’s small craft standards has been published
ICOMIA’s Small Craft Standards Bulletin provides industry stakeholders early notification on changes to existing standards and modifications to
ICOMIA publishes new recreational boating industry statistics
The International Council of Marine Industry Associations (ICOMIA) has published its new Recreational Boating Industry Statistics, for the year 2013.
Lisa Grant takes up a new position at Technical Equipment
Lisa Grant has taken up a new role with Technical Equipment. The industry stalwart has made the move from her former role at SoPac and is pleased to
Lowrance autopilot system allows fingertip steering of the outboard engine
Lowrance, a world-leading brand in fishing electronics since 1957 — announced today its all-new Outboard Pilot for use with the Lowrance High
ENL joins forces with Furuno
Electronic Navigation Ltd (ENL), New Zealand’s largest marine electronics company and the developer of the award winning WASSP sonar, and FURUNO
Glasshape’s DuraShield Marine team supply and install the largest superyacht windows ever fitted in the United States.
Space. Light. The airy feeling of the great outdoors, and the comfort of the main salon in one complete experience. Is it possible? Thanks to some
Lusty & Blundell adds electrical specialist to Albany showroom team
Lusty and Blundell Ltd, New Zealand’s leading supplier of marine products and on-board systems, has added electrical specialist Gary Fletcher to
Insight Genesis unveils new community-sourced coastal map
Insight Genesis™, the industry-leading online map-making service, announced today the recent launch of a beta version for Insight Genesis Social
Michelle Khan’s Sail Fiji race
NZ Marine's own Michelle Khan was onboard Steinlager 2 for the recent ANZ Sail Fiji Race. Events manager, Michelle, had a great race despite some
30 Years On – AMF (A Mammoth Feat)
The deep seated passion for building no-compromise Alloy power boats runs through the veins of AMF management, a philosophy that you can see in the
Surtees Boats wins Bay of Plenty export award
Another chapter in the Surtees success story was written over the weekend, when they received the Exporter of the Year Award at the 2014 BNZ Bay of
NZ Marine News
The Winter 2014 Edition of the NZ Marine news is available for download now.
McMullen & Wing announce new senior appointments
McMullen & Wing is delighted to announce a number of senior appointments to help lead the company in the delivery of their current 50m custom
The power of your brand
You know your brand like the back of your hand; but does your audience? Auckland-based Onfire Design knows what it takes to build market familiarity
Royal couple chooses NZ Marine
Fit for a (future) King, NZ Marine Industry companies were the modes of transport of choice when the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge needed to whip
Welcome to NZMI’s Newest Members
The NZ Marine Industry Association extends a warm welcome to its newest members; a total of 31 organisations have elected to join us since publication
Destination NZ / Tourism NZ Partnership Presentation
NZ Marine has joined forces with Tourism New Zealand, Auckland Tourism, Events and Economic Development (ATEED) and New Zealand Trade and Enterprise
The Neighbourly Thing To Do
At the recent Australian International Marine Export Group conference (ASMEX), representatives of the Destination NZ Superyacht Attraction Initiative,
Mitchells Marine Near Completion on 20-Metre Project
At Mitchells Marine, the in-build 20-metre schooner, ProjectJ2, is nearing completion. Four years in the making, with design input from the
French Navy Frigate Chooses NZ Marine Company for Refit
Babcock New Zealand completed a 10 week intensive refit of the 93.5-metre displacement frigate, Vendemiaire at Devonport Naval Base in the first
60 years of innovation, melded with tradition for this Tauranga stalwart
Tauranga-based manufacturer, Altex Coatings Ltd is celebrating 60 years of developing, manufacturing and marketing protective coatings to the
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