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2025

International Multihull Show, 23 - 27 Apr 2025 to be held in Terre-plein Ouest du port La Grande-Motte (34), France

Palma International Boat Show, 30 Apr - 3 May 2025 to be held at the Superyacht Village, Palma, Spain

Barcaly's Jersey Boat Show, 3 - 5 May 2025 to be held in the Channel Islands

South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show, 9 - 11 May 2025 to be held in Ocean Village Marina, Southampton, Hampshire

The British Motor Yacht Show, 15 - 18 May 2025 to be held at the Swanwick Marina, Southampton, Hampshire

The Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show, 15 - 18 May 2025 at Auckland Showgrounds, Auckland

Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, 22 - 25 May 2025 to be held in Sanctuary Cove, Queensland

Cannes Yachting Festival, 9 - 14 Sep 2025 at Cannes – Vieux Port & Port Canto

Hiswa Te Water, 3 - 7 Nov 2025 to be held in Bataviahaven Lelystad, The Netherlands

METSTRADE 18 - 20 Nov 2025 to be held at the Rai, Amsterdam

Newport International Boat Show, 20 - 23 Nov 2025 to be held in Newport, Rhode Island

Genoa Boat Show, 18 - 23 Sep 2025 to be held in Genoa, Italy

Southampton International Boat Show, 19 - 28 Sep 2025 to be held in Southampton, UK

Monaco Yacht Show, 24 - 27 Sep 2025 on Monacco

International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition & Conference (IBEX), 7 - 9 Oct 2025 to be held in Tampa, Florida

Annapolis Sail Boat Show, 9 - 13 Oct 2025 to be held at City Dock, Annapolis, Maryland

Melbourne International Boat Show, 16 - 19 October 2025 to be held at New Quay Promenade Harbour Esplanade Seven Marinas

Biograd Boat Show, 22 - 26 Oct 2025, TBC to be held in the City of Biograd, Croatia

Sydney International Boat show, 31 July - 3 Aug 2025 to be held at ICC Sydney & Cockle Bay, Darling Harbour

Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show 29 Oct – 2 Nov 2025 to be held at several locations in Fort Lauderdale

Antigua Charter Yacht Show 4 - 9 Dec 2025 to be held at the Nelson's Dockyard UNESCO World Heritage Site, Antigua

2026

Boot Düsseldorf, 17 - 25 Jan 2026 to be held in Düsseldorf, Germany

New York Boat Show, Jan 2026 to be held at the Javits Center, New York

Bahamas Charter Yacht Show, Jan - Feb 2026 to be held at Nassau, Bahamas

Houston Boat Show, Jan - Feb 2026 to be held at the NRG Center, Houston, Texas

Miami International Boat Show, Feb 2026 to be held in Miami

Dubai International Boat Show, 8 - 12 Feb 2026 to be held at the Dubai Harbour

Palm Beach International Boat Show, Mar 2025 to be held along Flagler Drive in downtown West Palm Beach

Auckland ON WATER Boat Show, 5 - 8 March to be held at Viaduct Events Centre and Jellicoe Harbour, Auckland

Geelong Boat Show, 7 - 9 March to be held at Royal Geelong Yacht Club, Fairnie Park, and Transvaal Square

Latest Boat Show Updates

Article
Sail Amsterdam

Sail Amsterdam 2025: a voyage through time on the IJ

From the Age of Discovery to modern ambassadors, SAIL 2025 takes visitors on a journey through centuries of seafaring.
Article
NZ Fishing Hunting & 4X4 Expo

Rotorua 4X4 fishing hunting expo delivers a local flavour

Rotorua delivers a show that captures the best of New Zealand’s provincial traditions
Article
Cannes Yachting Festival

Cannes Yachting Festival 2025: glamour, innovation, and Kiwi connections

A festival of light and luxury September in Cannes has its own rhythm. The Mediterranean sun glints off champagne flutes on the Croisette while mus...
Article
IBEX

IBEX 2025 education conference: where the marine industry learns and leads

IBEX 2025 unveils a packed education conference with seminars, tech talks, and student career events shaping the future of boatbuilding and marine tec...
Article
Sydney Boat Show

Sydney Boat Show 2025: A first day of success

From the moment the gates opened today, Sydney Showground at Sydney Olympic Park has been buzzing. The halls and outdoor precinct were alive with the ...
Article
Cannes Yachting Festival
Aquila

Aquila power catamarans to unveil four major debuts at 2025 Cannes Yachting Festival

Aquila will debut four power catamarans at Cannes 2025, blending luxury, performance, and CE-certified offshore, inshore, and coastal capability.
Article
Cannes Yachting Festival

Be among the first to see the Lagoon EIGHTY 2 – on 36° Brokers

Discover the Lagoon EIGHTY 2 at Cannes 2025. Luxury, innovation, and complimentary tickets from 36° Brokers—register now to secure yours.
Press Release
The Spit Boat Show

The Spit Boat Show at Fergusons Marina: Discover the best day boats in Sydney

Sydney’s iconic boating precinct is set to come alive this September as The Spit Boat Show at Fergusons Marina makes it’s official debut with an excit...
Article
Sydney Boat Show

Who’s exhibiting at the 2025 Sydney Boat Show?

From Garmin to SeaRebbel, here’s your guide to who’s exhibiting at the 2025 Sydney Boat Show in Olympic Park.
Article
New Zealand Boat Fish & Dive Expo

The New Zealand Boat, Fish & Dive Expo returns for another action-packed weekend at Mystery Cree...

The New Zealand Boat, Fish & Dive Expo is back for 2025, bringing with it another unforgettable weekend of marine adventure, innovation and life...
Press Release
Cannes Yachting Festival
Riviera

European premiere for Riviera at the Cannes Yachting Festival in France

Australia’s luxury motor yacht builder, Riviera, will showcase the highly versatile new 4300 Sports Express in her European premiere as the centrepiec...
Article
Sanctuary Cove Boat Show

Daring to Pair: Riviera’s Festival of Boating pairs fine wine, food, and craftsmanship

Riviera’s Dare to Pair event delivered fine wines, chef-curated dishes, and unforgettable moments during the 2025 Festival of Boating.
Article
Fishing

ICAST 2025: The world’s biggest fishing trade show wraps in Orlando

The 2025 ICAST drew over 600 exhibitors and more than 12,000 attendees from 75+ countries.
Article
Monaco International Boat Show

Monaco Yacht Show 2025: innovation, opulence and a greener horizon

Monaco Yacht Show 2025: Superyachts, Innovation and Sustainable Luxury at Port Hercule
Article
Electrika Boat Show

Electrification of narrowboats: Britain’s canal boats go green

Electric narrowboats are transforming Britain’s canals—cleaner, quieter, and reshaping how these iconic vessels are designed, built, and used.
Article
Boat Business

Demand for hybrids on the rise

Eyachts, the exclusive distributor of Greenline Yachts in Australia and New Zealand, has been named Greenline Dealer of the Year and awarded Best Mark...
Article
NZ Fishing Hunting & 4X4 Expo

A weekend for the wild ones

NZ Fishing Hunting & 4X4 Expo returns to Rotorua with even more for boaties and outdoor enthusiasts.
Article
Sanctuary Cove Boat Show
Riviera

Riviera Ladies Day at the Sanctuary Cove Boat Show delivers friendship, flair, and flutes of Prosecc...

Prosecco flowed, stories were shared, and friendships flourished at Riviera Ladies Day at the Sanctuary Cove Boat Show.
Article
Sydney Boat Show

2025 Sydney Boat Show indoor space sold out — outdoor zones opened to meet demand

Indoor exhibition full, outdoor space expands at 2025 Sydney Boat Show.
Article
Electric & Hybrid Marine Expo

Electric & Hybrid Marine Expo Europe 2025: Where big ships meet small boats—and Kiwi innovation...

As the electric revolution sweeps across the marine industry, the Electric & Hybrid Marine Expo Europe—co-located with the Autonomous Ship Confere...
Article
Sydney Boat Show

Bigger, bolder, indoors: Sydney Boat Show’s new look for 2025

New Zealand boaters considering a mid-winter escape have every reason to look across the Tasman this August.
Article
IBEX

Kiwi marine innovation back in the spotlight? IBEX awards open for 2025

The IBEX Innovation Awards are among the most respected product accolades in the global marine industry.
Feature
Sanctuary Cove Boat Show

Kiwis shine at record-breaking Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show

Article updated 6 June 2025. The 2025 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS) wasn’t just another date on the calendar — it was a clear and ...
Press Release
New Boat (International)
Riviera

World premiere Riviera’s 72 Sports Motor Yacht – Series II, long-range and legendary

Riviera celebrates two world premieres at this year’s Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show. The new generation 72 Sports Motor Yacht - Series II joi...
Article
Hutchwilco Boat Show

2025 Hutchwilco Boat Show Hall of Fame gets two inductees tonight

At tonight’s Hall of Fame ceremony, held as part of the annual Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show, two of the industry’s most respected names—Gerry Gerr...
Article
Boat Review
Jeanneau

Jeanneau Merry Fisher 895 Serie2: A versatile weekender for Kiwi waters

A refined cruiser blending performance, comfort, and innovation At the Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show, the Jeanneau Merry Fisher 895 Serie2 stood...
Article
Hutchwilco Boat Show

Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show 2025: A solid showing from an industry steadying its course

There’s something satisfying about stepping into a boat show and seeing so many boats in one place.
Article
Hutchwilco Boat Show

The Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show : A celebration of all things boating

New boats, big names, and hands-on learning—Auckland gets set for the ultimate marine showcase.
Article
Sanctuary Cove Boat Show

New Zealand-made boats at Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show 2025

The Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS) 2025, running from 22–25 May on Queensland’s Gold Coast, is shaping up to be a blockbuster, with ov...
Article
Sydney Boat Show

Sydney doubles down on Boat Shows for 2025

New dual-format approach mirrors Auckland’s twin show model Sydney is steering into 2025 with a fresh take on its boat show calendar, confirming tw...
Article
April 2025

Happy anniversary: 25th NZ Antique and Classic Boat Show

Blue skies, sparkling water, big crowds and a record number of interesting boats of every sort made the 25th anniversary of this event extra-special...
Multihull

The International Multihull Show 2025 is bigger, bolder, and busier by far

Since its debut in 2010, the International Multihull Show has evolved into a must-attend event for catamaran and trimaran enthusiast...
Exclusive
April 2025

The winner of the NZ Retro Boat 2025: Tugboat

The winner of Boating New Zealand magazine’s inaugural NZ Retro Boat Trophy went to Tugboat, a Savage Electra Glass ski-boat designed in Australia but...
Hutchwilco Boat Show

NZ largest new boat dealer, Family Boats, brings Regal Boats to New Zealand

Family Boats proudly announces that they are now the official New Zealand distributor for Regal Boat.
New Boat (International)
Chris-Craft

Bringing back the old, Chris-Craft introduces new Catalina 31 at Palm Beach Boat Show

For nearly 150 years, Chris-Craft has navigated the shifting tides of the U.S. and global marine industries, adapting to economic challenges, seizing ...
Geelong Boat Show

4,000–5,000 visitors at the inaugural Geelong Boat Show

The inaugural Geelong Boat Show wrapped up over the weekend, cementing itself as a standout addition to Australia’s boating calendar.
Article
Palm Beach International Boat Show
Valder

Palm Beach International Boat Show meets Valder Yachts

Among the standout vessels making waves at this year's Palm Beach International Boat show is the Valder Sprint 20 – The Keys, New Zealand ingenuity at...
Auckland Boat Show

Walk through video of the Elite AT43

We recently featured an article on the stunning Elite AT43, a 43-foot launch crafted by Allan Tongs Boat Builders. Ester Tongs spen...
Auckland Boat Show
Grand Banks

Grand Banks GT60: A masterpiece of luxury and performance for New Zealand waters

The Grand Banks GT60 luxury motor yacht is designed for New Zealand waters, offering sleek styling, V-Warp® Technology, and premium craftsmanship for ...
Press Release
Boat Business

Boat show unveils the Ultimate Catch RE-INVENTED

Organisers of the Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show, May 15 to 18, have announced the Grand Prize Boat for 2025. The brand-new Surtees 770 Gamefishe...

Latest Boat Show Updates

Article
Sail Amsterdam

Sail Amsterdam 2025: a voyage through time on the IJ

From the Age of Discovery to modern ambassadors, SAIL 2025 takes visitors on a journey through centuries of seafaring.
Article
NZ Fishing Hunting & 4X4 Expo

Rotorua 4X4 fishing hunting expo delivers a local flavour

Rotorua delivers a show that captures the best of New Zealand’s provincial traditions
Article
Cannes Yachting Festival

Cannes Yachting Festival 2025: glamour, innovation, and Kiwi connections

A festival of light and luxury September in Cannes has its own rhythm. The Mediterranean sun glints off champagne flutes on the Croisette while mus...
Article
IBEX

IBEX 2025 education conference: where the marine industry learns and leads

IBEX 2025 unveils a packed education conference with seminars, tech talks, and student career events shaping the future of boatbuilding and marine tec...
Article
Sydney Boat Show

Sydney Boat Show 2025: A first day of success

From the moment the gates opened today, Sydney Showground at Sydney Olympic Park has been buzzing. The halls and outdoor precinct were alive with the ...
Article
Cannes Yachting Festival
Aquila

Aquila power catamarans to unveil four major debuts at 2025 Cannes Yachting Festival

Aquila will debut four power catamarans at Cannes 2025, blending luxury, performance, and CE-certified offshore, inshore, and coastal capability.
Article
Cannes Yachting Festival

Be among the first to see the Lagoon EIGHTY 2 – on 36° Brokers

Discover the Lagoon EIGHTY 2 at Cannes 2025. Luxury, innovation, and complimentary tickets from 36° Brokers—register now to secure yours.
Press Release
The Spit Boat Show

The Spit Boat Show at Fergusons Marina: Discover the best day boats in Sydney

Sydney’s iconic boating precinct is set to come alive this September as The Spit Boat Show at Fergusons Marina makes it’s official debut with an excit...
Article
Sydney Boat Show

Who’s exhibiting at the 2025 Sydney Boat Show?

From Garmin to SeaRebbel, here’s your guide to who’s exhibiting at the 2025 Sydney Boat Show in Olympic Park.
Article
New Zealand Boat Fish & Dive Expo

The New Zealand Boat, Fish & Dive Expo returns for another action-packed weekend at Mystery Cree...

The New Zealand Boat, Fish & Dive Expo is back for 2025, bringing with it another unforgettable weekend of marine adventure, innovation and life...
Press Release
Cannes Yachting Festival
Riviera

European premiere for Riviera at the Cannes Yachting Festival in France

Australia’s luxury motor yacht builder, Riviera, will showcase the highly versatile new 4300 Sports Express in her European premiere as the centrepiec...
Article
Sanctuary Cove Boat Show

Daring to Pair: Riviera’s Festival of Boating pairs fine wine, food, and craftsmanship

Riviera’s Dare to Pair event delivered fine wines, chef-curated dishes, and unforgettable moments during the 2025 Festival of Boating.
Article
Fishing

ICAST 2025: The world’s biggest fishing trade show wraps in Orlando

The 2025 ICAST drew over 600 exhibitors and more than 12,000 attendees from 75+ countries.
Article
Monaco International Boat Show

Monaco Yacht Show 2025: innovation, opulence and a greener horizon

Monaco Yacht Show 2025: Superyachts, Innovation and Sustainable Luxury at Port Hercule
Article
Electrika Boat Show

Electrification of narrowboats: Britain’s canal boats go green

Electric narrowboats are transforming Britain’s canals—cleaner, quieter, and reshaping how these iconic vessels are designed, built, and used.
Article
Boat Business

Demand for hybrids on the rise

Eyachts, the exclusive distributor of Greenline Yachts in Australia and New Zealand, has been named Greenline Dealer of the Year and awarded Best Mark...
Article
NZ Fishing Hunting & 4X4 Expo

A weekend for the wild ones

NZ Fishing Hunting & 4X4 Expo returns to Rotorua with even more for boaties and outdoor enthusiasts.
Article
Sanctuary Cove Boat Show
Riviera

Riviera Ladies Day at the Sanctuary Cove Boat Show delivers friendship, flair, and flutes of Prosecc...

Prosecco flowed, stories were shared, and friendships flourished at Riviera Ladies Day at the Sanctuary Cove Boat Show.
Article
Sydney Boat Show

2025 Sydney Boat Show indoor space sold out — outdoor zones opened to meet demand

Indoor exhibition full, outdoor space expands at 2025 Sydney Boat Show.
Article
Electric & Hybrid Marine Expo

Electric & Hybrid Marine Expo Europe 2025: Where big ships meet small boats—and Kiwi innovation...

As the electric revolution sweeps across the marine industry, the Electric & Hybrid Marine Expo Europe—co-located with the Autonomous Ship Confere...
Article
Sydney Boat Show

Bigger, bolder, indoors: Sydney Boat Show’s new look for 2025

New Zealand boaters considering a mid-winter escape have every reason to look across the Tasman this August.
Article
IBEX

Kiwi marine innovation back in the spotlight? IBEX awards open for 2025

The IBEX Innovation Awards are among the most respected product accolades in the global marine industry.
Feature
Sanctuary Cove Boat Show

Kiwis shine at record-breaking Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show

Article updated 6 June 2025. The 2025 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS) wasn’t just another date on the calendar — it was a clear and ...
Press Release
New Boat (International)
Riviera

World premiere Riviera’s 72 Sports Motor Yacht – Series II, long-range and legendary

Riviera celebrates two world premieres at this year’s Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show. The new generation 72 Sports Motor Yacht - Series II joi...
Article
Hutchwilco Boat Show

2025 Hutchwilco Boat Show Hall of Fame gets two inductees tonight

At tonight’s Hall of Fame ceremony, held as part of the annual Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show, two of the industry’s most respected names—Gerry Gerr...
Article
Boat Review
Jeanneau

Jeanneau Merry Fisher 895 Serie2: A versatile weekender for Kiwi waters

A refined cruiser blending performance, comfort, and innovation At the Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show, the Jeanneau Merry Fisher 895 Serie2 stood...
Article
Hutchwilco Boat Show

Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show 2025: A solid showing from an industry steadying its course

There’s something satisfying about stepping into a boat show and seeing so many boats in one place.
Article
Hutchwilco Boat Show

The Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show : A celebration of all things boating

New boats, big names, and hands-on learning—Auckland gets set for the ultimate marine showcase.
Article
Sanctuary Cove Boat Show

New Zealand-made boats at Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show 2025

The Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS) 2025, running from 22–25 May on Queensland’s Gold Coast, is shaping up to be a blockbuster, with ov...
Article
Sydney Boat Show

Sydney doubles down on Boat Shows for 2025

New dual-format approach mirrors Auckland’s twin show model Sydney is steering into 2025 with a fresh take on its boat show calendar, confirming tw...
Article
April 2025

Happy anniversary: 25th NZ Antique and Classic Boat Show

Blue skies, sparkling water, big crowds and a record number of interesting boats of every sort made the 25th anniversary of this event extra-special...
Multihull

The International Multihull Show 2025 is bigger, bolder, and busier by far

Since its debut in 2010, the International Multihull Show has evolved into a must-attend event for catamaran and trimaran enthusiast...
Exclusive
April 2025

The winner of the NZ Retro Boat 2025: Tugboat

The winner of Boating New Zealand magazine’s inaugural NZ Retro Boat Trophy went to Tugboat, a Savage Electra Glass ski-boat designed in Australia but...
Hutchwilco Boat Show

NZ largest new boat dealer, Family Boats, brings Regal Boats to New Zealand

Family Boats proudly announces that they are now the official New Zealand distributor for Regal Boat.
New Boat (International)
Chris-Craft

Bringing back the old, Chris-Craft introduces new Catalina 31 at Palm Beach Boat Show

For nearly 150 years, Chris-Craft has navigated the shifting tides of the U.S. and global marine industries, adapting to economic challenges, seizing ...
Geelong Boat Show

4,000–5,000 visitors at the inaugural Geelong Boat Show

The inaugural Geelong Boat Show wrapped up over the weekend, cementing itself as a standout addition to Australia’s boating calendar.
Article
Palm Beach International Boat Show
Valder

Palm Beach International Boat Show meets Valder Yachts

Among the standout vessels making waves at this year's Palm Beach International Boat show is the Valder Sprint 20 – The Keys, New Zealand ingenuity at...
Auckland Boat Show

Walk through video of the Elite AT43

We recently featured an article on the stunning Elite AT43, a 43-foot launch crafted by Allan Tongs Boat Builders. Ester Tongs spen...
Auckland Boat Show
Grand Banks

Grand Banks GT60: A masterpiece of luxury and performance for New Zealand waters

The Grand Banks GT60 luxury motor yacht is designed for New Zealand waters, offering sleek styling, V-Warp® Technology, and premium craftsmanship for ...
Press Release
Boat Business

Boat show unveils the Ultimate Catch RE-INVENTED

Organisers of the Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show, May 15 to 18, have announced the Grand Prize Boat for 2025. The brand-new Surtees 770 Gamefishe...

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The Team Our team of qualified marine diesel engineers and trades people have over 55 years of combined experience in all aspects of marine engineering - installation, repair, maintenance and...

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2023 Sealegs 8I Alloy Cabin

Whether you’re launching from a remote beach, cruising to your favourite fishing spot, or hauling gear to a secluded bach, the 2023 Sealegs 8I Alloy Cabin is built to do it all—without a boat ramp in sight.

2023 Sealegs 8I Alloy Cabin

Whether you’re launching from a remote beach, cruising to your favourite fishing spot, or hauling gear to a secluded bach, the 2023 Sealegs 8I Alloy Cabin is built to do it all—without a boat ramp in sight.