MAST Academy has reached an exciting milestone with the launch of its first campus-based training. Recently, the first cohort of students came together to begin A Taste of Marine Trades, a hands-on introduction to the marine industries.Led by Tyler Taua-Gordon of Te Kawerau Iwi Tiaki Trust, the day began with a karakia whakawātea (blessing ceremony). Tyler shared connections between the whenua, the people and the environment, while also offering guidance for a safe and enriching journey ahead for our new students.While work-based apprenticeships and MAST’s school-to-work programmes remain at the heart of what we do, this new campus training offers… Read More

2nd September 2024 – HamiltonJet is thrilled to be part of the recent MOU signing ceremony for two significant projects in Malaysia, marking a key milestone in our growing presence in the region.The ceremony was hosted by New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE) in Kuala Lumpur as part of Prime Minister, the Right Honourable Christopher Luxon’s official visit to Malaysia and the Republic of Korea. HamiltonJet’s Managing Director, Ben Reed, said: “Malaysia is an increasingly important market for us, and we are proud to provide the waterjet propulsion systems for thirteen 17.5m Patrol Vessels in collaboration with Gading Marine Industry… Read More

On 30 September 2021, Ross Pratt & Oriens Capital Fund 2 LP completed the acquisition of Nautical Group Holdings Limited (NGH), a New Zealand entity that has acquired 100% of the shares of Railblaza Limited and NTD Plastics Limited.  The directors of the board of NGH are Ross Pratt, Railblaza founder and continuing shareholder of NGH, Peter Tinholt of Oriens Capital and Nigel Jeffries as co-investor with Oriens Capital and chairman. Marc Michel, a highly experienced senior executive, has been appointed as the new CEO of NGH which will see Ross Pratt transition out of his operational role over the… 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

Check out the latest from Rayglass! Exclusively built as a dive tender for the recently launched feadship 94m superyacht VIVA, this 12.5m Protector 410 Chase is one serious any water, anywhere high-performance luxury tender. Powered by twin Mercury Racing 450hp V8 outboards and fitted with additional luxury seating, wet bar and custom-built removal storage for 12 dive cylinders T/T VIVA is one extremely well equipped, high-performance, ultra-comfortable adventure tender offering the ultimate on-water luxury experience. To learn more and discover why Protector RIBs are among the most capable and durable utility vessels in the world visit www.protectorboats.com Read More

Coastguard Nelson have been announced as winners at the International Maritime Rescue Federation (IMRF) Awards announced overnight – receiving the award for Outstanding Team Contribution to Maritime SAR Operations. The IMRF Awards recognise search and rescue (SAR) professionals around the world for their outstanding actions, skills, expertise and commitment to SAR activities. Coastguard Nelson alongside Nelson Police SAR Squad, Tasman District Harbourmaster and Rescue Coordination Centre New Zealand (RCCNZ) were recognised for their contribution to the rescue of the SV Ocean Gem near Rangitoto kit e Tonga/D’Urville Island on 18-19 March 2020. This successful rescue took more than 14 hours… Read More