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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 platform
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Flying on water: our first ride – Vessev’s VS–9 foiling electric craft
A quiet lift, a steady glide, and a new standard for marine mobility—our harbour test of Vessev’s next-gen electric vessel.
AI redefines marine visual navigation
Navigating a boat—especially in tight spaces like marinas or unfamiliar waterways—can be one of the most stressful parts of recreational boating. To h...
ZeroJet and Tectrax merger: What it means
The recent merger of ZeroJet and Tectrax is a bold step forward for two NZ homegrown pioneers, one in electric propulsion and the other in amphibious ...
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Orca Expands into Oceania
Norwegian marine tech innovator Orca has announced its expansion into the waters around Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific Islands.
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Akzo Nobel applicator training facility
AkzoNobel’s yacht coatings business has opened its first Yacht Paint Application Centre (YPAC) in the Asia-Pacific region to offer world-class product...
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Candela secures $14M in Series C Funding, reaches $40M in 2024
Candela, a leader in zero-emission waterborne transport, has raised an additional $14 million in its Series C round, bringing its total funding in 202...
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ePropulsion expands 96V product line and strengthens OEM partnerships
Out of Georgia in the United States, ePropulsion, a global leader in marine electric propulsion systems, has announced the expansion of its 96V produc...
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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...
Additec’s 3D Printing Technology Sets Sail Onboard US Navy Ship: Is This The Future of Mainten...
In a transformative leap for maritime technology, the U.S. Navy has successfully employed Liquid Metal Jetting (LMJ) 3D printing aboard the USS San Di...
New Product: “Sea People” – A New View Of Social For People Who Love or Live Boats
In a bold move that’s set to revolutionise the boating community, a new social media platform, Sea People, has hit the waves, promising to c...
WASSP Multibeam Drives Furuno’s Record Revenue
In a remarkable achievement, Furuno, a leader in marine electronics, has recorded its largest revenue year ever, reaching 114 billion Japanese Yen, eq...
GPS – How did we get here?
The Global Positioning System we know today, which powers all of our marine navigation systems (including charts, tracking apps and fish finders), was...
Volvo Penta Launches Joystick-Controlled Wakeboarding: A Game-Changer for Water Sports?
Volvo Penta has unveiled its latest innovation for water sports enthusiasts: a joystick-controlled system designed to revolutionise wakeboarding.
Cule Marine
The Cule brand (pronounced ‘cool’) was established in 2007 to offer New Zealand’s boat building industry the option of a premium-quality, locally manufactured boat hatch. No small feat when your comp...
Treadway
Treadway Ltd is a 100% family owned and operated business based in Whangarei, New Zealand. Established in 1976 Treadway Ltd is an importer, distributor and manufacturer of trailer components, wheels,...
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