Founded in 1988, Viknes Boats stand out as Norway’s leading boat builder, with over 3,000 boats sold and a formidable reputation across Scandinavia. The brand’s relentless focus on precision engineering and innovative design has not only earned it widespread acclaim at home but also set the stage for successful expansion into key export markets. Following its recent entry into Germany, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom, Viknes Boats is thrilled to extend its reach to New Zealand—a market renowned for its rugged maritime landscape and the demand for reliable, high-performance vessels.
With a manufacturing process that is 100% based in Norway, every Viknes boat is optimized for and rigorously proven in the tough, inclement conditions of its native environment. This heritage ensures unbeatable build quality and an intuitive, user-friendly design that has become the industry’s gold standard.
Viknes CEO Kristian Sivertson expressed his enthusiasm about the new partnership:
“If you consider the similarities between Norway and New Zealand’s coastlines, our boat designs are very well suited for NZ and the often tough, frequently inclement conditions. We’re excited to partner with Charlie Bravo as a respected, experienced and professional marine distributor and look forward to working with them bringing Viknes Boats to NZ”
As the exclusive distributor, Charlie Bravo Boat Co. will bring the distinguished range of Viknes Boats to NZ customers, backed up with comprehensive after-sales support and maintenance services. Cameron Burch, Director of Charlie Bravo is stoked to have secured the agency:
“Since starting the business we’ve been scouring the globe for a good powerboat range to complement the cruising yachts we also represent. Viknes caught my eye as an established manufacturer with versatile, purposeful designs – a good balance of form and function, clever design and great performance/sea keeping. I think Viknes are perfectly suited to our market, the ‘four seasons in a day’ climate we’re famous for and the market shift toward economical, easily maintained drivetrains. The new Viknes 10 with her single engine, shaft drive and semi displacement hull design delivers the comfort, performance, range and reduced maintenance costs more and more kiwis are asking for. Perfect for year-round boating and the first of a new generation of designs for Viknes – these are the best boats you’ve never heard of and we’re excited to be bringing them to New Zealand”
About Charlie Bravo Boat Co.
Based in Auckland, Charlie Bravo Boat Co. is a marine sales and service business dedicated to offering the highest quality marine products and services. The company proudly represents brands that lead with design excellence and engineering prowess.
About Viknes Boats
Viknes Boats was founded in 1988 in Florvag, Norway and is an internationally acclaimed manufacturer known for its 100% Norwegian-built vessels, optimized for extreme conditions. With a legacy of over 3,000 boats sold and widespread recognition across Scandinavia, Viknes continues to set benchmarks in build quality, design innovation, and user-friendly performance.
For further information, please contact:
Charlie Bravo Boat Co.
Email: info@charliebravo.co.nz
Phone: +64 22 5421 566
Website: www.charliebravo.co.nz
