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No COVID Rest for the Team at Elite Marine

October 27, 2021 by Caroline

14m Sedan render. Elite Marine ELITE MARINE DESIGN are busy with new projects. Weber Marine in Gulf Harbour are in the final stages of an Elite 18m Sport fisher powered by twin MAN i6 800s. After that the Weber team mov on to an Elite 16m Mid pilothouse with twin 600hp D8 Volvo Pentas. This vessel will be set up for sport fishing and cruising. At the same time, they will start on an Elite 14m Sports Sedan. This features a split-level cockpit to cater for fishing, diving and entertaining and a full-width master stateroom. Lloyd Stevenson Boatbuilders has an… Read More

Have you checked out Tamaki Marine Park yet?

October 27, 2021 by Caroline

Tamaki Marine Park
Located in Gabador Place, Mt Wellington, just five minutes off the motorway and conveniently close to Sylvia Park Mall, Tamaki Marine Park will be Auckland’s newest and most modern marine precinct once construction is completed later this year. The area already has an established marine presence, with boat builders McMullen and Wing on the site’s southern boundary and the Rayglass Boats service centre next-door to the north. Tamaki Marine Park Being located only five minutes off Auckland’s southern motorway, with easy access enroute to the shops at Sylvia Park Mall, it’s perfectly positioned for pre-departure provisioning or as somewhere to… Read More

Fastmount seeks to standardise framework and panel mounting with new system

October 21, 2021 by Caroline

New Zealand-based manufacturers of hidden panel mounting systems, Fastmount, has launched its new Stratlock Rail System ahead of METSTRADE next month. Riding on the success of the Stratlock Range of clips, the Stratlock Rail System provides boatbuilders with a complete, integrated and purpose-built system for building deckhead and wall framework substrates to attach interior paneling to. Comprising of a custom-built aluminium extrusion profile and three cast aluminium connectors to enable absolute installation flexibility, the Stratlock Rail System has been designed specifically to be used with the Stratlock Range of clips, resulting in a complete, flexible process for precisely framing up walls and installing interior panels in… Read More

Safer Boating: 5 ways to stay safe this summer

October 21, 2021 by Caroline

Summer is on our doorstep and now is the time to make sure you have the basics covered to ensure you stay safe on the water. Safer Boating NZ wants you to have a great time on the water this summer and are encouraging everyone to take the time to know how to keep safe on the water before you leave the land. Once you’re out there, it’s too late! If you’re heading out on the water this summer you need a plan of action-no matter how experienced you are. Knowing the local conditions before you head out will help… Read More

Stabicraft teams up with “Manta Watch Aotearoa New Zealand”

October 20, 2021 by Caroline

Stabicraft are getting behind conservation and are very proud to announce their association with “Manta Watch Aotearoa New Zealand”, a charitable trust that researches manta and devil rays whilst promoting conservation and advocacy for NZ’s offshore environment. ⁣ And the timing is perfect with New Zealand’s manta season kicking off this weekend. So be prepped and ready to spot mantas whilst enjoying your boating adventures this summer.⁣ ⁣ Read about the work they do, and just how extraordinary this marine creature www.mantatrust.org/new-zealand Read More

Blackdog Cat gives insight into their philosophy

October 20, 2021 by Caroline

Blackdog Cats
Want to know more about Blackdog Cat? Check out this fantastic video from the team! Blackdog Cat was launched 12 years ago. In 2009 Blackdog Cats was formed from an engineering company and knew there was a need for a boat that could go “hard out” on he water for fishing, diving and more! Blackdog Cat specialises in the manufacturing of aluminium catamaran trailer boats and produce 50 brand new boats a year with room for expansion. The great thing about the Blackdog Cat team is that they understand each client is different and customises the boats to suit individual… Read More

Admiral Boats offers 9m game fisher to the market

October 20, 2021 by Caroline

The team at Admiral Boats are excited for the first look at a new offering to the market in the form of this stylish 9m game fisher. The team have been working hard and can’t wait to share more insights into the boat and its features. Admiral Boats will be showcasing the demo vessel fitted with twin 250hp Hondas alongside their 10m Sports cruiser as soon as the current lockdown levels allow. For more information regarding the Admiral Boats growing range of Kiwi built vessels, get in touch with the team. » www.admiralboatsnz.co.nz Read More

MAST Academy Launches New Website

October 14, 2021 by Caroline

MAST Academy would like to invite you to check out their newly launched website. MAST Academy are proud to serve the marine, composites, and marina sectors with apprenticeship training and support. [button link=”https://www.mastacademy.com” size=”medium” color=”blue” rounded=”true” ]Visit Website[/button] MAST Academy works with learners and employers to ensure people are trained with the necessary skills and knowledge to build successful lives and businesses. Our goal is creating a centre of excellence for marine, composite and specialised technology training. Read More

Maritime NZ: Auckland boaties encouraged to know the rules of Safer Boating and COVID-19

October 14, 2021 by Caroline

With Auckland’s three-step plan for easing COVID-19 restrictions underway, and school holidays in progress, Maritime NZ is expecting boaties to make the most of it. For a safe and enjoyable day out on the water, we are urging everyone to know the rules for Safer Boating and COVID-19. In Auckland, the changes mean that all types of recreational boating, both motorised and sailing, can now take place. However, all boating activities must be completed in one day and no one can cross the Auckland boundary to go boating for recreational purposes. For boaties planning a day trip with family or friends,… Read More

Lusty and Blundell sets up Specialist Lithium Team to meet fast-growing demand

October 5, 2021 by Caroline

Lusty and Blundell, New Zealand’s leading distributor of quality marine products and systems, has established a new Specialist Lithium Team to meet the fast-growing demand for lithium batteries in marine, RV and solar installations. Unlike other batteries, lithium has many advantages over traditional lead-based batteries, including weighing far less and boasting a much longer cycle life. It is also one of the most cost-effective types of battery per cycle. “Lithium batteries are now considered the ‘gold standard’ for many applications and it is easy to see why,” says L&B managing director, Mark Milburn. “There comes a time where the novelty… Read More
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