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Boating NZ is New Zealand’s premier marine title devoted to putting its readers behind the wheel of the latest trailerboats, yachts and launches to hit the market. It inspires with practical content and cruising adventures, leads the fleet with its racing coverage and is on the pulse of the latest maritime news and innovation.
Boat Brief

Haines Hunter SE725 upgrades

Haines Hunter has announced a range of upgrades to its flagship enclosed hardtop...
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Boat Business

Legendary Percy Vos Boat Yard relaunch

PERCY VOS BOAT YARD has been a cornerstone of New Zealand's wooden boatbuilding ...
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Rolex Sydney to Hobart Race

Cyca appoints Mana Group to shape commercial future of the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht race

Trusted by Australian icons. Built for iconic events.
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Powerboat

Anticipation builds as final preparations underway for inaugural grand prix of kyrgyzstan

- Final preparations are underway for the inaugural Grand Prix in the Republic o...
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Rolex Sydney to Hobart Race

Sydney Hobart veteran to race south on board dream yacht

It’s not surprising that Michael, ‘Spiesy’, Spies entered the 2026 Rolex Sydney ...
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// Photo credit: DR | Vendée Arctique 2026
Vendée Arctique

In the mind of Ambrogio

Ambrogio Beccaria crossed the finish line of the Vendée Arctique – Les Sables d'...
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// Photo credit: Sam Goodchild (MACIF Santé Prévoyance) | Vendée Arctique 2026
Vendée Arctique

Review of an unforgettable edition!

Manu Cousin's arrival at the finish line on Sunday morning capped a race that re...
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Boat Business

Nanni high-speed dual-fuel engine

Through the Life Mystic project, Nanni has developed an innovative dual-fuel tec...
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Hamilton Island Sailing Week

Hamilton Island Race Week 2026 Opens Ticket Sales as Fleet Tops 170 Entries

Hamilton Island Race Week has opened ticket sales for 2026 and revealed this yea...
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Boat World

Sail Racing partners with Tudor Team Alinghi

Sail Racing has partnered with Tudor Team Alinghi, the Swiss challenger for the ...
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Boat gear

ScanStrut mast mount

Made from marine-grade aluminium and coated with Scanstrut’s unique four-step ma...
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ERIC MONNIN WINS 15TH LEDRO INTERNATIONAL MATCH RACE
World Match Racing Tour

Eric Monnin Claims Victory at 15th Ledro International Match Race

Swiss sailor Eric Monnin dominated the final of the 15th OM International Ledro ...
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April 2026

Classic boats, perfect weather

Awarded for the 27th time since the show began in 1989, the Jens Hansen Cup for ...
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// Photo credit: Vendée Arctique 2026
Vendée Arctique

Manu Cousin, 8th in the Vendée Arctique!

Manu Cousin crossed the finish line of the Vendée Arctique on Sunday after 13 da...
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Boat gear

Carbon weapon

Kiwi fishing reel manufacturer Seneca Offshore crafts specialised high-end carbo...
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52 Super Series

In Porto Cervo three is the magic number for Sled, new Rolex TP52 World Champions.

Takashi Okura’s Sled team clinched the Rolex TP52 World Championship title in Po...
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// Photo credit: ChristianDumardConsultant météo de la Vendée Arctique - Les Sables d'Olonne | Vendée Arctique 2026
Vendée Arctique

When the Grand Nord finally opens its doors

For the first time in the Vendée Arctique – Les Sables d'Olonne's history, IMOCA...
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UIM Jet Boating World Championships

World Jet Boat Championship locks in 2027 dates, with two marathons either side

The wait is finally over for jet boat fans. River Racing New Zealand has confirm...
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// Photo credit: Vendée Arctique 2026
Vendée Arctique

The suspended time of the final miles

With barely 150 nautical miles separating him from the finish line, Manu Cousin ...
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Foiling Week

Sled claims Rolex Tp52 World Championship

Second place for Swedish team Trinity Racing, third for Germany's Platoon Aviati...
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Foiling Week

Maddalena Spanu wins Wingfoil Racing World Cup in Switzerland

Porto Cervo, 20 June 2026. Maddalena Spanu, an athlete from the YCCS Young Azzur...
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// Photo credit: DR | Vendée Arctique 2026
Vendée Arctique

The Arctic Vendée, a “mini Vendée Globe”!

Only Manu Cousin remains at sea in the Vendée Arctique, but the race has deliver...
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// Photo credit: Vendée Arctique 2026
Vendée Arctique

The Fastnet in the rearview mirror, home in the sights

Manu Cousin has Fastnet behind him now. The Vendée Arctique stretch from Les Sab...
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Foiling Week

Rolex Tp52 World Championship, Standings Wide open Heading Into final day

Alpha+ leads overall classification by just one point ahead of Sled, with Trinit...
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DIY

Northland Harbourmaster warns: that cheap classic could cost you dearly

Northland Regional Council's maritime team is urging budget-conscious buyers to ...
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52 Super Series

Top boat two days in a row, Alpha Plus lead worlds title charge in Sardinia

The Hong Kong flagged crew of Alpha Plus gave owner Shawn Kang a great birthday ...
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// Photo credit: DR | Vendée Arctique 2026
Vendée Arctique

Video. Follow the award ceremony live!

Seven IMOCA skippers gathered for the Vendée Arctique prize ceremony this evenin...
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Tour Voile 2026

Tour Voile 2026

The 47th Tour Voile brings together nearly 90 sailors for a transformative offsh...
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// Photo credit: Vendée Arctique 2026
Vendée Arctique

When the race becomes inner

Nico d'Estais crossed the finish line of the Vendée Arctique at Les Sables d'Olo...
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// Photo credit: Eloi Stichelbaut - polaRYSE / Nefsea / SAEM Vendée | Vendée Arctique 2026
Vendée Arctique

Arnaud Boissières, 7th in the Vendée Arctique – Les Sables d’Olonne!

Arnaud Boissières crossed the finish line in Les Sables d'Olonne on Thursday mor...
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ROYAL BERMUDA YACHT CLUB AND WMRT OUTLINE PLANS FOR 2026 BERMUDA GOLD CUP
World Match Racing Tour

Bermuda Gold Cup 2026 to Use Integrated 12-Team Format

The Royal Bermuda Yacht Club and WMRT have announced an integrated 12-team forma...
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Foiling Week

Rolex Tp52 World Championship: New Leaders at the top

Alpha+ and Sled now joint leaders on equal points in the provisional overall sta...
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Boat Business

Santasevera comes to Australia and New Zealand

Carbon Yachts has been appointed the Australia and New Zealand distributor for S...
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Boat World

Dufour 39: cruising without compromise

Dufour introduces the Dufour 39, a 37foot next-generation cruising sailboat desi...
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Boat gear

Viper Pro anchor winches

When evaluating an anchor winch, the key differences are often found beneath the...
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// Photo credit: Jean-Louis Carli - polaRYSE / Nefsea / SAEM Vendée | Vendée Arctique 2026
Vendée Arctique

Nico d’Estais (Café Joyeux), 6th in the Vendée Arctique – Les Sables d’Olonne

Nico d'Estais crossed the finish line at Les Sables d'Olonne on 18 June at 20:17...
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52 Super Series

French Paprec top Rolex TP52 World Championship leaderboard in Porto Cervo’s champagne conditions

After four races at the Rolex TP52 World Championship 2026 Porto Cervo it is Jea...
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// Photo credit: Eloi Stichelbaut - polaRYSE / Nefsea / SAEM Vendée | Vendée Arctique 2026
Vendée Arctique

How did Ambrogio win?

Ambrogio Beccaria crossed the finish line of the Vendée Arctique knowing he'd ea...
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Featured Article

Boat tender buyer’s guide: up to 5 metres

Your guide to boat tenders up to 5 metres. With the summer boating a season away...
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A heavy air Star start on day 1 of the 99th Bacardi Cup. // Photo credit: Hannah Lee Nol
Bacardi Cup

100th Bacardi Cup draws 140 teams on first day or registration

Peter Wright was not yet 21 when he won his first Bacardi Cup in 1975, racing al...
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