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Furano’s CSH10 Omni Sonar – compact powerhouse for sport fishing
Furuno’s latest full-circle sonar delivers sharper imaging, longer reach, and rock-steady performance at sea.
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Official New Zealand boating charts – how to get them and keep them updated
Free, official, and always up to date — here’s why LINZ charts remain the foundation of safe navigation in Kiwi waters.
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Turning air into water — the SXR 68 XL redefines off-grid yachting
From solar-regenerative power to atmospheric water generation, this U.S.-built hybrid yacht takes sustainable cruising into uncharted waters.
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Lowrance’s latest ActiveTarget Software (25.2) upgrade: sharper, smarter, more connected
Lowrance owners have reason to fire up their displays this month. The brand’s latest software release delivers a serious boost to sonar clarity, troll...
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Managing your onboard power
Keep your batteries healthy and your systems running smoothly with these practical tips for managing onboard power during extended cruising.
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Garmin Force Current: A kayak trolling motor with a twist
Garmin’s new all-in-one kayak motor promises stealth, precision, and a simpler setup.
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Garmin GPSMAP 1553xsv: Big-screen brilliance in an ultrawide format
Garmin’s new GPSMAP 1553xsv, launched on June 14, 2025, marks a bold step forward in premium marine electronics. At $8,199 NZD, this 15-inch ultrawid...
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Garmin Apollo RA800 for those into serious on-water sounds
Garmin has launched what it calls its most powerful marine stereo to date—the Fusion Apollo™ RA800—delivering high-resolution audio, greater amplifier...
Tech Review
Scanstrut Ultra SC-CW-14G: Marine Phone Charger Review – Part 1
Boating New Zealand puts Scanstrut’s latest wireless charger on the bench — and soon, onboard — to see if this Qi2-certified unit lives up to its prom...
Opinion
Electric boat? Will charging infrastructure keep pace with marine innovation?
As electric propulsion becomes a serious player in the marine sector, one question looms larger than the rest: how and where will we charge these boat...
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Electric Wave sparks change with NZ’s first e-marine hub in Queenstown
A major milestone in the evolution of clean transport has quietly splashed down in Queenstown.
The case for the modern houseboat
When I mention that I live on a yacht, the conversation invariably drifts towards the comment, “I’d love to stay on a houseboat.” But in my mind, my 1...
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Innovative Norwegian marine tech company, Orca, expands to New Zealand, Australia & the Pacific...
Orca, the innovative Norwegian marine tech company, has officially launched its advanced navigation system across New Zealand, Australia, and the Paci...
Hurtigruten’s Sea Zero: Pioneering the World’s Most Energy-Efficient Cruise Ship
However, a revolutionary shift is on the horizon with cruise travel with Cruise Tour Operator Hurtigruten Norway’s ambitious Sea Zero project.
Road To Net Zero Container Ships: Lloyds Register And Core Power to study Next-Gen Nuclear Container...
Lloyd’s Register (LR) and CORE POWER have initiated a joint regulatory assessment study to explore the safety and regulatory requirements for a next-g...
Dockmate DPS shipping now
Dockmate, the leading manufacturer of advanced wireless remote controls for yachts, announced today that its revolutionary new feature for their wirel...
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World’s smallest gyro stabiliser
Quick X3 Mini Gyro reduces rock ‘n’ roll on your trailer boat or sports vessel, providing safer, more comfortable boating and fishing fun, especially ...
SUPER GROUP – MERCURY VERADO 400HP
Mercury Marine’s all-new 400hp Verado outboard, built on Mercury’s proven L6SC (inline six-cylinder supercharged) Verado platform, is suitable for a w...
Chatfield Marine
Located in the heart of Auckland, Chatfield Marine is a name synonymous with quality and innovation in marine driveline systems. Established in 1948 by Mr. Roly Chatfield, this pioneering company init...
Bauer Compressors
When it comes to reliable, high-quality dive compressors, Bauer is a name synonymous with performance and durability. Known for their engineering expertise and rigorous standards, Bauer, a German man...
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1975 Alan Mummery Ketch
The 1975 Alan Mummery Ketch is a classic, craftsman-built 12.2m (40-foot) timber cruising yacht with a robust three-skin kauri hull and centre cockpit layout.