VETUS has collaborated with Mercury Marine® to enable the integration of its BOW PRO and RIMDRIVE thrusters with Mercury Joystick Piloting for Outboards (JPO). Thanks to the NMEA 2000-certified CAN bus interface (CANVERTER), the compatible systems join seamlessly to create a compelling solution that enhances the piloting and docking experience. “It is now easier than ever to manoeuvre boats in tight spaces, even with current or wind. It’s total control at your fingertips.” The best of two worlds! The integration of the BOW PRO thruster family with Mercury Joystick Piloting for Outboards (JPO) marks a significant improvement in the boating experience.… Read More

Auckland, New Zealand – Propspeed, leading innovator of underwater foul-release coatings, announced today it has received an endorsement from Palm Beach Motor Yachts. The luxury yacht manufacturer applies Propspeed as part of the commissioning of all new models, and recommends the use of Propspeed for existing owners as protection against fouling and corrosion of running gear and underwater metals. “We have been very pleased with the performance of the Propspeed line up,” said Mark Richards, CEO, GB Marine Group. “Our motto is ‘To simply build the absolute best yachts on the water, with no equivocation. If there’s a better way… Read More

Charter managed by NZ Marine member 37 South, yacht Dardanella has just been named as one of the best yacht charters you can book around the world by travelandleisure.com. Yachting in French Polynesia is always a blissful experience, but Dardanella takes relaxation to the next level with bespoke, wellness-focused charters planned by onboard wellbeing facilitator Ayumi Gallagher. The wellness experience is all-encompassing, including fresh, detoxifying food, mindfulness workshops, yoga sessions, Pilates, meditation, and massages alongside traditional yacht activities, like diving, surfing, and tender safaris exploring the pristine waters and nature of French Polynesia. The captain is also a qualified marine biologist and… Read More

Sealegs International has announced a record financial year result with a 152% increase in orders.  The 152% increase in orders is due to record demand for Sealegs craft in New Zealand, Australia, USA, UK and France.                             This unprecedented demand for Sealegs craft has given Sealegs confidence to expand their team, increasing personnel by 23% as well as a 31% increase in production area with the addition of two new sites in Albany’s Parkhead Place. This gives Sealegs over 100,000 square feet of manufacturing and assembly premises… Read More

After considerable hard work and dedication to create a circular story for Doyle Sails, we’re proud to introduce the limited-edition DOYLE SAILS x LIVE OCEAN | A Circular Story luggage range. The range has been designed in collaboration with the high-profile ocean conservation charity founded by Peter Burling and Blair Tuke and made from repurposed high-performance Doyle sails and other recycled sailmaking materials. Photo: Suellen Hurling – Live Sail Die As global leaders with the ocean as our playground, DOYLE SAILS and LIVE OCEAN share a passion for sustainability, striving to make the best environmental, social, and economic decisions throughout… Read More

Game Changing Sonar Technology Protected by Industry Leading Foul-Release Coating Auckland, New Zealand – Propspeed, leading innovator of underwater foul-release coatings, announced it has received an endorsement from Electronic Navigation Ltd. (ENL). The innovator in wide-angle sonar technology relied on by anglers and oceanographers alike, ENL has tested the Propspeed Foulfree foul-release coating and found it to be effective for keeping their transducers clean and free from marine growth. ENL Endorses Propspeed’s Foulfree For Wassp Multibeam Transducers “We installed our new WASSP wideband transducer on a 48-foot Riviera in March 2020 and applied Foulfree,” said Gareth Hodson, managing director, ENL Group.… Read More

In the recent months despite NZ’s lockdown, C-Tech have been pumping out orders trying to match the high demand. In the last month we have shipped out over 170 orders all across the world. Rob “Salty” Salthouse has joined the C-Tech team To keep up with our ever-growing demand we are lucky enough to welcome industry expert Rob Salthouse ‘Salty’ who has recently joined our team as Tube Sales Manager and R&D. Rob has been in the marine industry for over 30 years, he’s competed in 4 laps around the globe in the Volvo Ocean Race, 7 America’s Cup Campaigns… Read More

A collection of photos from the 2021 edition of Metstrade in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. Read More

Auckland, New Zealand – Leading marine manufacturer, Tru-Design Plastics Ltd has expanded its production and research capabilities by relocating to a new 3000 square metre facility at the Airport Oaks precinct close to Auckland’s International Airport. The move which will allow Tru-Design to increase production capabilities and meet growing international demand comes after the company suffered a fire at their old premises, where thankfully no one was injured. “Although the fire was a serious blow to our business at the time, we took the opportunity to take stock of where and what we wanted to look like in five to… Read More

Tucked deep in the Pacific Ocean, and on the edge of the world’s most notorious body of water, the Southern Ocean, is where you will find some of the most innovative and imaginative minds of the 21st century. When you think of New Zealand, for most the initial thoughts are with snowcapped mountains, pristine blue water and a population that attributes the ocean as part of their everyday life. It’s no wonder that New Zealand is at the top of the game when it comes to taking an idea and pushing it to the limits. One only has to look… Read More