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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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Press Release
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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Press Release
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...
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Lowrance’s new Ghost X trolling motor takes stealth and control to the next level
Lowrance’s latest electric motor delivers more thrust, smarter positioning, and quieter operation fo...
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Mercury Racing updates the 300R and introduces the 300 ROS into the same race-ready league
Two V8s, one DNA – but very different personalities.
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Raymarine links with Orca navigation app for real-time route sharing
Raymarine has announced a new integration between its Axiom chartplotters and the popular Orca navig...
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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 su...
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Garmin’s Descent S1 Smart Buoy redefines dive safety
Garmin’s new Descent S1 Smart Buoy delivers real-time tracking, diver-to-surface messaging, and enha...
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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 releas...
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Driving into the blue: how Tectrax is redefining amphibious boating and now amphibious trailers
We go hands-on with Tectrax’s electric amphibious system and revolutionary new Boat Launcher platfor...
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Lowrance software update unlocks new trolling motor and sonar features
A major Lowrance software update introduces smarter boat control, sharper sonar, and deeper third-pa...
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Simrad Yachting launches AutoTrack™ for HALO® 2000 & 3000 Radars
Automatically track up to 50 vessels across 24 nautical miles with Simrad’s new smart radar feature ...
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Palm Beach GT60 Jet Drive: coastal freedom, custom-built
It’s not just a boat. It’s a purpose. A sculpted, saltwater machine designed to fulfil one clear ide...
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NZ’s PredictWind named official tracking and weather services partner for The Ocean Race
The Ocean Race, one of the world’s toughest team sporting events, needed a tech partner with preci...
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