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B&G Zeus SRX chartplotter: a new flagship screen for serious sailing
B&G’s newest chartplotter pairs a large format screen with the NEON operating system, and it wil...

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Simrad NSO 4 lands in New Zealand
Simrad turns 80 this year. Instead of looking back, it has pushed forward with a new f...

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Boost the audio experience with JL Audio AP amplifiers from Garmin
Purpose built for life on the water and beyond, Garmin has announced the new JL Audio ...

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Oceanflo watermakers: a Kiwi-built answer to making fresh water properly at sea
Designed and built in New Zealand, Oceanflo watermakers are focused on efficiency, simplicity, and r...

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Yamaha adds wireless control to Helm Master EX in New Zealand
Yamaha Marine New Zealand has expanded its Helm Master EX system in New Zealand with the release of ...

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Barletta brings Seakeeper Ride stabilisation to pontoon boats
Barletta’s decision to introduce Seakeeper Ride to the pontoon market marks a genuine shift in how t...

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Remigo launches award-winning RemigoOne Neo electric outboard
Remigo has officially launched the RemigoOne Neo, a new-generation electric outboard that has alread...

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Four-year peace of mind as Quick Group unveiled extended Quick Gyro warranty at boot Düsseldorf 2026...
Quick Group has unveiled a new extended warranty programme for its Quick Gyro stabilis...

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B&G expands the Nemesis lineup with new 7 inch sailing display
B&G, the world’s leading sailing electronics manufacturer, has expanded its award winning Nemesi...

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C-MAP updates New Zealand charts to include new Hauraki Gulf protection areas
Digital charting specialist C-MAP has rolled out an update to its New Zealand charts, adding the new...

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Flite and Axopar reveal a boater focused eFoil board
A new Flite AIR variant aims to make eFoiling simpler, tougher, and more practical from an Axopar.

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Electric outboard motor gains real muscle with ePropulsion Spirit 2
More power, more range and smarter features see the Spirit range step beyond harbour duty and into g...

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Tectrax announces the Boat-Launcher’s new wireless joystick controller
A new wireless joystick brings intuitive control to TecTrax’s amphibious Boat-Launcher.
Just before...

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CTEK NXT Series battery chargers arrive in New Zealand
Two practical chargers for boat owners who want straightforward battery care that suits real boating...

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Raymarine launches Pathfinder commercial radar
A solid-state X-band radar aimed at reducing maintenance and simplifying commercial installations

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SeaRebbel MobilePilot arrives in New Zealand
A plug and play helm mounted autopilot lands on Kiwi shores, offering a new way to steer small boats...

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Scanstrut Connect keeps things clean and simple on board
Most of us don’t need bells and whistles on the boat. We want gear that works, doesn’t corrode after...

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PredictRain: precise AI powered rain forecasting for life on the water
PredictWind has launched PredictRain, a dedicated weather app that focuses on one of the biggest var...

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AutoTrack™ Expands Across the Simrad® Radar Range
Smarter awareness, broader reach for more boaters.

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New global weather models raise the bar for marine forecasting
With the launch of the PredictWind PWAi, AIFS and ICON models, New Zealand boaters get sharper tools...

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McLaren Performance M300: Honda’s 300-horsepower breakthrough
The McLaren Performance M300 marks a rare crossover between automotive engineering and marine power....

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Zipwake PRO: redefining dynamic trim control
Five-times-faster interceptors, active pitch, balanced turns, and full motion control for the next g...

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Our Changing World: SAR4SaR – The folding, floating search and rescue device
Imagine you're on a boat lost at sea, too far from the coast for a VHF radio or mobile phone to work...

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Half of New Zealanders are on the water – but there’s no national record of our boats
Despite having the world's highest boat ownership per capita, 1.6 million vessels are impossible to ...

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Altex Multipurpose Primer / Undercoat
Altex Yacht & Boat Paint introduces the Altex Multipurpose Primer / Undercoat, a versatile singl...

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Propspeed® enters expanded markets with debut of new Foulfree™ Multi-Surface System
Propspeed debuts Foulfree Multi-Surface System, a foul-release coating for diverse marine applicatio...

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Simrad Marine electronics unveils Simrad® AutoCaptain™
Simrad AutoCaptain redefines autonomy with true hands-free docking and seamless Mercury Marine integ...

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New and improved: Mercury Marine introduces two new V10 Verado outboard engines
Mercury Marine introduced two new V10 Verado outboard engines in late July with the gala unveiling o...

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Amphibious freedom for any boat
The latest innovation from Tectrax is a game-changer: an autonomous, amphibious trailer system.

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Temo 1000: portable power for dinghies and small yachts
The Temo 1000 delivers 3hp-equivalent thrust in a compact, portable electric outboard, ideal for din...

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Okuma Tesoro 2000 Jigging Reel: The ultimate saltwater jigging companion for Kiwi anglers
The Okuma Tesoro 2000 Jigging Reel delivers power, precision, and durability for serious saltwater a...

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Raymarine and Suzuki team up for a smarter helm
Suzuki outboard owners can now see real-time engine data directly on Raymarine Axiom displays — maki...

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Garmin fēnix 8 Pro: the adventure watch for Kiwi boaties
The Garmin fēnix 8 Pro gives Kiwi boaties tides, fishing tools, GPS and satellite SOS — built for of...

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Honda V6 outboard engines unveiled at Cannes
Honda Marine Europe lifts the covers on new 4-cylinder and V6 models at the Cannes Yachting Festival...

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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 comf...

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Azimut Neuron: digital yacht management
Azimut Neuron is a new digital yacht management platform offering automation, diagnostics, and remot...

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Mercury’s new mid-tiller kit brings comfort and control to 25–30hp outboards
Mercury’s new mid-tiller kit extends reach, boosts comfort, and adds big-engine features to 25–30hp ...

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Mercury’s V10 power play: new 425hp Verado and faster 350hp Verado
Mercury Racing’s new V10 Verado 350 and 400 combine smooth refinement, powerful performance, and adv...

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Quick Thrusters get Mercury Marine integration
As of last month, Mercury Joystick Piloting system is fully compatible with applicable Quick Nautica...

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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 performanc...












