Technology

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 ...

2 weeks ago

Boat Business

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.

3 months ago

Boat Business

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...

3 months ago

Sustainability in Boat Manufacturing

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...

4 months ago

Innovations in Boat Design

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...

4 months ago

Boat Tech

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...

4 months ago

Boat Business

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...

5 months ago

Social Tech

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...

5 months ago

Technology

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...

6 months ago

A Very Brief History

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...

6 months ago

Volvo Penta Wakeboarding Joystick Technology

New Product Launches

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.

6 months ago

Weekly Newsletter

Stay up to date with the latest developments shaping New Zealand's Boating world.

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NZ Events Worth Adding to Your Calendar

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FISHING

Hook Me Up Fishing Competition - Matakana vs Hillside, 7 Mar 2025 in Whakatane

The Kubota Billfish Classic, 12 - 15 Mar 2025 in Mercury Bay, Whitianga

ITM Fishing Competition, 13 - 16 Mar 2025 in Whangaroa

NZ Lure Masters (Catch, Measure and Release competition), 3 & 4 Oct 2025, New Zealand wide

REGATTAS

Toyota Youth International Match Racing Cup, 26 Feb - 4 Mar 2025 in Auckland

PIC Harbour Classic, 28 Feb - 1 Mar 2025 in Auckland

Sydney to Auckland Ocean Race 2025, starting 11 Oct 2025 TBC from Sydney Harbour

PIC Insurance Brokers Coastal Classic, 24 Oct 2025 TBC from Auckland to Russell

Rolex Sydney to Hobart, 26 Dec 2025 starts in Sydney, Australia

HYDRO THUNDER

Lucas Oil Hydro Thunder Race - Lake Rotoiti, 8 - 9 Mar 2025 at Nelson Lakes

Lucas Oil Hydro Thunder Race - Lake Twizel, 29 - 30 Mar 2025 at Twizel

JET BOAT RACING

2024/25 NZ Jetsprint Championship R4, 23 Feb 2025 at Wanganui

2025 NZ Marathon Coast-to-Coast, 16 to 25 Mar 2025 starting at Greymouth ad finishing at Christchurch

WATERSPORTS

IWWF University Nationals (waterskiing), 26 February to 2 March Orakei Basin, Auckland

MEET UPS

Bay of Plenty Trailer Yacht Cruising Rally, Easter 2025 at Lake Rotoiti, BOP

SHOWS

Moana Auckland - New Zealand's Ocean Festival, 27 Jan to 9 Mar 2025 in Auckland

Auckland Boat Show, 6 - 9 Mar 2025 to be held at the Viaduct Events Centre and Jellicoe Harbour, Auckland

The Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show, 15-18 May 2025 to be held at the Viaduct Events Centre and Jellicoe Harbour, Auckland

NZ Boat, Fish and Dive Show, 30 & 31 Aug 2025 to be held at Mystery Creek Events Centre, Waipa

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Technology

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Weekly Newsletter

Social Media

Orca Expands into Oceania

Akzo Nobel applicator training facility

Candela secures $14M in Series C Funding, reaches $40M in 2024

ePropulsion expands 96V product line and strengthens OEM partnerships

New Product: “Sea People” – A New View Of Social For People Who Love or Live Boats

WASSP Multibeam Drives Furuno’s Record Revenue

GPS – How did we get here?

Volvo Penta Launches Joystick-Controlled Wakeboarding: A Game-Changer for Water Sports?