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Beneteau First 30 and Oceanis 52 nominated for European Yacht of the Year 2026
Beneteau First 30 and Oceanis 52 nominated for European Yacht of the Year 2026, proving versatility from speed to cruising comfort.
Beneteau First 30 and Oceanis 52 nominated for European Yacht of the Year 2026
Beneteau First 30 and Oceanis 52 nominated for European Yacht of the Year 2026, proving versatility from speed to cruising comfort.
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Kraken 58 nominated for 2026 European Yacht of the Year
New Zealand designer Kevin Dibley celebrates global recognition as Kraken’s flagship bluewater cruiser earns a prestigious nomination.
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Grand Banks GB85 and GB54 to shine at Newport International Boat Show
Experience the Grand Banks GB85 and GB54 at the Newport International Boat Show, where luxury, craftsmanship, and performance take centre stage.
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Palm Beach GT60 Jet Drive debuts at Newport Boat Show
The Palm Beach GT60 Jet Drive makes its world debut at Newport, offering HamiltonJet propulsion, custom design, and coastal cruising freedom.
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Caribbean reborn: Maritimo craftsmanship powers a new era
The Caribbean 40 marks a bold new era, fusing Maritimo’s innovation and racing pedigree with Caribbean’s proven heritage and trusted seaworthiness.
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Body found in sea near Te Akau Split Rock, Raglan
A body has been recovered from the sea near Raglan.
Police said at about 10.40am on Saturday, they were told a person had fallen in the water near ...
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Tom Ritchie named Advance Trident sales and marketing manager
Advance Trident has appointed Tom Ritchie as its new sales and marketing manager. Ritchie returns from three years in London with fresh perspective an...
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Burnsco Half Moon Bay store reopens bigger and better
Burnsco Half Moon Bay reopens with a bigger store, new RV section, exclusive deals, family fun, and summer trading hours.
Vessev’s VS–9 heads to Northern Ireland eco resort
Finn Lough eco resort will pioneer Europe’s first guest transport by Vessev VS–9, bringing Kiwi hydrofoiling technology to Northern Ireland.
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Senator boats adds Aussie dealers
Senator Boats adds a sixth Australian dealer, strengthening its reputation for Kiwi-built performance, space, and ride. Featured in September’s Boatin...
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2025 Whangarei Maritime Festival brings the harbour to life
Whangārei’s Town Basin will come alive this October as the 2025 Whangarei Maritime Festival returns with classic boats, hands-on challenges, and stori...
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Volvo Penta expands Aquamatic range with powerful new D6-480 DPI package
More horsepower, more flexibility, and a fully integrated helm-to-prop system set a new standard for boating performance.
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Bigger yachts headline Cannes Yachting Festival 2025 as average size climbs
Global boat shows reveal a bigger yachts trend, with rising demand for size, space, and luxury shaping the marine market.
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Vetus to release complete onboard system solutions across 2025
Innovative propulsion, thrusters, and anchoring systems set to redefine onboard performance and comfort
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2025 Melbourne Boat Show: a showcase on the water
From Sydney to Melbourne—discover the 2025 Melbourne Boat Show running 16–19 October. Explore Kiwi and Aussie boats, gear, and innovation.
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Sea-Flux secures nearly NZ$3 million investment to accelerate global expansion of cloud-based vessel...
Sea-Flux secures nearly NZ$3 million investment to accelerate global expansion of cloud-based vessel management software
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Gunboat Fusion: ushering in the grand touring catamaran
Gunboat’s latest creation redefines what a supercat can be, blending racing DNA with luxury long-range cruising.
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Coromandel Town is working hard for the ferry to return
Getting a new ferry service is top priority for Coromandel Colville Business Association.
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Azimut Neuron: digital yacht management
Azimut Neuron is a new digital yacht management platform offering automation, diagnostics, and remote monitoring to simplify ownership and enhance rel...
Hall Marine Design
Hall Marine Design has been at the forefront of New Zealand powerboat design, since 2007.
Based in sunny Mount Maunganui, The HMD team are experienced fishermen, powerboat, and ocean enthusiasts –...
Catamarans International
Catamarans International produces the majority of its components from female moulds. This allows for a hard wearing Gel Coat finish without the added expense and time involved with fairing and painting. In addition by using our moulded component system a boat builder can save months in build time opposed to “one off” construction. All our components are engineered using a composite sandwich construction producing a stiff lightweight finished product.
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