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Cruisers notes: Strong quake strikes Philippines, no tsunami threat
An earthquake of magnitude 6.9 struck in waters about 100km from Cebu City in the Philippines late on Tuesday (local time), the United States Geologic...
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Sessa Marine F48
Italy’s Sessa Marine, known for its excellence in boat building using only the best quality materials and components, has unveiled the new F48, expand...
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Commercial fisherman caught trawling through protected marine reserve
A commercial fisherman caught out trawling an isolated marine reserve at the top of the South Island, and not submitting catch reports on time, has be...
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Sea.AI protects whales
Whales are essential to the health of our oceans, playing a critical role in carbon sequestration and maintaining marine ecosystems. Yet, these gentle...
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Russell Boating Club opposes fast-tracking marina proposal
Russell Boating Club members voted overwhelmingly at the AGM held on 15 June to oppose use of the Fast-track Approvals Act 2024 to approve the propose...
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New rescue PWCs for Manukau
The rescue watercraft are introduced as a response to an increase in incidents in the Harbour. The agile PWCs can reach areas impossible for larger re...
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DOC removes wilding pines
To protect the Auckland icons unique nature, 1012 wilding pines have been removed from Rangitoto Island in a five-week ground control operation.
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New SEAKEEPER RIDE products
Seakeeper has announced the launch of five new Seakeeper Ride products, making complete underway stabilisation available for boats 43 to 55 feet (13.1...
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Radio over IP upgrade for Nelson Coastguard
Coastguard Nelson has upgraded to a digital Tait DMR T3 network, also upgrading their dispatch to an Omnicore Express Radio Dispatch Console.
The upg...
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Rayglass ‘R Edition’ Protector Range
Rayglass Boats has unveiled the all-new Protector R Edition range, a bold evolution of its iconic high-performance RIBs. These exclusive models are en...
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Ben Vickery from Marine Decking Solutions
Marine Decking Solutions founder Ben Vickery has been in the boat-building industry for 18 years, with seven of those years specialising in installing...
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Sean McColl: 30 years Building Stabi relationships
Stabicraft Marine’s Sean McColl recently celebrated 30 years of service with the Invercargill-based aluminium boat builder.
Stabicraft is New Zealand...
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ePropulsion partners with Power Equipment
ePropulsion, the global leader in marine electric propulsion systems and services, announced today it has entered into a strategic partnership with Au...
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Kiwi firm Fischer Panda generators enters the Australian market
Enertec Marine, the long-time New Zealand distributor of German-made Fischer Panda generators, has announced its entry to the Australian market with t...
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Quick Thrusters get Mercury Marine integration
As of last month, Mercury Joystick Piloting system is fully compatible with applicable Quick Nautical Equipment bow thrusters and ready for customer u...
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Marine theft in New Zealand, the cost of vulnerability on the water
In Whangamata, under the cloak of darkness, a calculated theft took place. A 2024 Highfield tender and Yamaha 15hp outboard were stolen from the stern...
Emergency towing in Cook Strait: ‘Work around the business case is ongoing’
Emergency open ocean tugs for Cook Strait could be one step closer, after calls from local government for the boats.
Hutchwilco continues expansion
Hutchwilco’s growth continues with both new personal and high-profile product line coming into the mix.
O’Brien has a new home with leading New Zea...
Scanstrut launches all-new website for 2025: A seamless digital experience for marine & RV cust...
Scanstrut, a global leader in marine and RV technology solutions, announces the launch of its completely redesigned website.
Paul MacDonald’s innovative timepiece gift: A new era in yacht broking
In a market where luxury and innovation go hand in hand, Paul MacDonald is redefining the yacht buying experience. Known for his forward-thinking appr...
Wynyard Crossing Bridge—a link under pressure, yet again!
Wynyard Crossing bridge woes: repeated faults disrupt link again
The Monaco Yacht Show: A premier showcase of luxury and Innovation
The Monaco Yacht Show is typically held at the end of September each year. For 2024, it is scheduled to take place from 25th t...
50-Something Couple Set To Sail Offshore Double Handed World Championship in France
They met on a yacht nicknamed the ‘Love Boat’ and now, six years later, an Auckland couple are putting their relationship to the ultimate test by prep...
Coastguard Taranaki Earns Four Nominations in 2024 Coastguard New Zealand Volunteer Awards
Coastguard Taranaki’s unwavering dedication to maritime safety has been recognised in a remarkable way, with the unit securing four well-deserved nomi...
Youth America’s Cup Racing At The Limits
Spin-outs, sky-rockets, skids and splash downs – along with some astonishing speeds all around the course, really showcased the emerging next-generati...
Carbon Yachts welcomes ASTenders
Carbon Yachts, a leading distributor of luxury marine vessels in Australia & New Zealand, is excited to announce the arrival of ASTenders.
The...
Inside the America’s Cup: A Closer Look at AC75 Masts & Rigging
Southern Spars has played a leading role since entering the America’s Cup fold in 1995, with the supply of Team New Zealand’s innovative high-performa...
Race 1: INEOS Defeats Orient Express in Critical America’s Cup Showdown
As the final tribute to Orient Express Racing Team, we have included a significant picture montage in this report
The day began with an unwelcome ...
New Zealand-built Marine Engines. Part I
The new equipment consisted of some sort of motive power, a vacuum pump, a milking set anda cream separator. Steam engines required a steam ticket and...
One Man’s Vision: 50 years of Youth Development Under Sail
Some 60 years ago an Auckland sailor Lou Fisher noticed something special. Teenagers who came sailing on his family yacht developed a gleam in their e...
The Mathematical Possibility of Keeping Orient Express Alive
Tonight will be a significant night for the America's Cup. We say goodbye to our first challenger who will be leaving the round robin part of the reg...
Hull design and balance, Part II
There are many different hull designs and shapes, derived and refined largely as a result of trial and error in modifications and testing. Today, tech...
Dingy found upturned at Bergman Point, Doubtless Bay
Northland Police are looking for the owner of this vessel after it was found capsized near Berghan Point, Doubtless Bay.
Do you recognise this boa...
No Manahau Refloat Today
A second tug, the Kurutai, had joined the MMA Vision in Westport, a WMS spokeswoman said.
A Blackhawk helicopter arrived about 12.30pm to help connec...
Kerry Hamill’s Last Sail
A family’s cruise finds them in the footsteps of a brother captured by the Khmer Rouge.
Replanned Schedule for Day 6 (Now Thursday Night NZ Time)
After racing on Wednesday in Barcelona was abandoned, the new and slightly less aggressive schedule has been produced for Thursday racing.
The great ...
ONE K: 1000th Electron Launched
Townson built the first Electron in 1987, and over the next two decades, he hand-built over 900 of them to his exacting standards. Besides his perfect...
Bad Weather Results In Racing Being Abandoned For The Day
Earlier in the day, meteorologists had predicted inclement weather, including rain and lightning. Unfortunately, their forecasts proved accurate. A m...
Opinion: After The First 4 Days Of Round Robin, Looking At The Coverage
As a nation, we might feel a tinge of disappointment that the America’s Cup isn’t being raced in our waters, but the Spanish have truly put on an imp...
Day 4 In Review: The Top Of The Table Is Clear
In the overall standings, which include the Defender, three teams concluded the opening Round Robin stage with four points each: Emirates Team New Zea...
Boat Fix New Zealand
Steve Pennington and the team have been repairing boats in and around Auckland for more than 20 years.
With an excellent reputation for all aspects involved in keeping your pride & joy in...
BBS Timber LTD
NZ owned and operated, BBS Timbers are dedicated to supplying a comprehensive range of high-quality timber and panels to construction companies, architects, designers, builders and individuals all over New Zealand and the Pacific. Our extensive range of hardwood and softwood timbers gives you access to over 40 species of both NZ native and exotic timbers.
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