Marine Environmental and Sustainability News
Gold Coast innovators recognised for eco-friendly dry-docking solutions that reduce antifoul use and protect our oceans.
In a city built on water, the hum of diesel engines has long been part of Venice’s daily soundtrack. But on a warm summer morning at the 2025 Venice Boat Show, something different glided past the Arse...
The 12th edition of the Monaco Energy Boat Challenge proved that clean, capable propulsion isn’t just the future of yachting—it’s already here.
With a drivetrain from the Porsche Macan Turbo and a hull from Austrian builder Frauscher, the 850 Fantom averaged nearly 50 knots to become the fastest electric boat ever tested under real-world race...
The President 100 begins 1,000-hour trial to test B100 biodiesel viability in real-world port conditions.
From a bustling boatyard on Auckland’s waterfront to a silent, airborne glide across the Waitematā Harbour—Boating New Zealand takes an exclusive look at the future of sustainable marine transport.
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HVO: New fuel for yachts
The yachting industry knows it is important to begin phasing out traditional fossil diesel fuel.
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Cruise vessel subs facilitate marine exploration
Equipped with state-of-the-art technology, these submarines can dive to depths of 300 meters.
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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.
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Anchoring ban around Little Barrier Island as biosecurity rules tighten
Boaties are being warned to steer clear of anchoring anywhere near Hauturu / Little Barrier Island, with the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) iss...
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Mumbai bets big on flying electric ferries to tackle congestion
Mumbai, one of the world’s most congested cities, is turning to the sea—and cutting-edge Swedish technology—to fix its overloaded transport systems. ...
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EXCLUSIVE: Behind the foils: Inside the Vessev factory
A first-hand look at how a Kiwi startup is reshaping marine manufacturing, one hydrofoil at a time.
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Global push for zero-emission vessels: GAME on for maritime electrification
The founding members of the Global Alliance for Maritime Electrification (GAME) – the International Electric Marine Association (IEMA), Zero Emission ...
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Green invasion: Northland’s fight back against exotic caulerpa
When Cyclone Tam swept across Northland earlier this year, it left behind the usual trail of wind-damage and debris. But in the sheltered waters of Om...
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Engineering the future of boating: Monaco Energy Boat Challenge 2025
From July 1–5, 2025, the Monaco Energy Boat Challenge (MEBC) returns to the iconic Yacht Club de Monaco (YCM) marina, reaffirming its position as one ...
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Volunteers protecting our fisheries: The work of HFOs in NZ
During National Volunteer Week, the vital work of Honorary Fishery Officers (HFOs) is being recognised for the significant role they play in protectin...
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Closing the loop: Groupe Beneteau leads industry-wide push for sustainable boatbuilding
A major shift in sustainable boat manufacturing is underway, with Groupe Beneteau and a group of global partners launching a fully operational ‘closed...
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EV Maritime launches first electric ferry in Auckland
EV Maritime, New Zealand’s leading electric ferry design and technology company, today announced the launch of its first fully electric passenger ferr...
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Fountaine Pajot’s ODSea+ hybrid electric catamarans herald new era of sustainable cruising
Fountaine Pajot has redefined sustainable cruising with the launch of its innovative ODSea+ hybrid electric system across its sailing catamaran range....
Opinion
Our ocean, Our asset: why possible UN rules must work for real kiwis
Most weekends, it’s the same scene around the country. Mum and Dad launch the tinny, the rods are loaded, the chilly bin’s packed, and the kids pile i...
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World Ocean Day 2025, celebrating the oceans that connect
Most of us who spend time on the water don’t go looking for deep meaning in it. The ocean is just there.
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Electric Wave sparks change with NZ’s first e-marine hub in Queenstown
A major milestone in the evolution of clean transport has quietly splashed down in Queenstown.
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Webinar: Protecting New Zealand’s marine environment from invasive pests
Clean Below? Good to Go. is once again bringing New Zealand’s boating community a vital seminar on marine pest biosecurity, following the success of t...
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Electric boat, Candela C-8 Polestar Edition, crosses continents in maritime first
The Swedish-made electric boat has quietly made maritime history by becoming the first of its kind to complete a crossing from Europe to Africa.
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Deep Dive Division wins Māori Company of the Year at NZ Hi-Tech Awards
Hamilton-based company Deep Dive Division has won the Poutama Trust Hi-Tech Kamupene Māori o te Tau – Māori Company of the Year award at the 2025 NZ H...
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Volvo Penta launches fully electric IPS propulsion system
New electric range marks major step towards zero-emissions boating with integrated helm-to-prop solutions and scalable performance
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Powering your boat the smart way: how MicroMall is making marine energy safer, smarter, and more Kiw...
At the 2025 Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show, one small Kiwi company drew big attention for its innovative, locally assembled lithium battery systems ...
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ExploMar’s SUPER/ISLAND battery platform unlocks 200km range for electric boats
ExploMar has officially launched its groundbreaking **SUPER/ISLAND Battery Platform**, a high-capacity, modular system designed to push electric boats...
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Foil4TheGulf becomes New Zealand’s largest foiling event
With over 200 entrants the Black Foils and Live Ocean’s event “Foil4TheGulf” to raise awareness for the Hauraki Gulf / Tīkapa Moana Marine Protection ...
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UK project powers ahead with grid-to-boat-to-grid technology
Electric boats that charge and support the national grid? A pioneering UK project brings bidirectional charging to the water, and the implications for...
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World’s largest electric ferry launches in Tasmania, representing a maritime game-changer
In a bold move for the future of green shipping, Tasmanian shipbuilder Incat has launched the world’s largest fully electric ferry—marking a global tu...
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Foilers unite for the Hauraki Gulf
Foil4TheGulf, spearheaded by the Black Foils and the Live Ocean Foundation, is a bold call to action aimed at rescuing the fragile health of the Haura...
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Electric vs Petrol outboards: Not so fast
Should we replace our petrol outboards with electrics? New research
says no, and that over their full cradle-to-grave lifespan it is internal combus...
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Electrifying the future, E1 Series keeps pushing what’s possible while making history
There’s been plenty of talk lately about how boating’s evolving, and we’ve been keeping a close eye on the UIM E1 World Championsh...
Waikato Regional Council run a response exercise for a marine oil spill
On 11 March, Whangamata Marina became the venue for a comprehensive marine oil spill response training exercise, coordinated by the Waikato Regional C...
$6.2M Northland exotic Caulerpa funding welcomed but we all need to do more to safeguard NZ waters
New Zealand’s coastal waters face an escalating threat from exotic caulerpa, an invasive seaweed now confirmed at Waiheke Island’s Onetangi Bay and Th...
Power Equipment set to showcase Smartgyro at the 2025 Auckland Boat Show
With over 35 years of experience supporting New Zealand’s marine industry, Power Equipment has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality s...
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Sanlorenzo and MAN Engines develop bi-fuel yacht engine
At boot Düsseldorf 2025, Italian yacht builder Sanlorenzo unveiled a significant step toward greener propulsion with the introduction of a bi-fuel met...
H2Ocean Hydrogen power
Fabrum, a New Zealand company leading the world in zero-emission transition technologies, has collaborated on the design and build of a zero-emission ...
Negative carbon footpinrt marine decking
The Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) study conducted by ITECONS1, an independent entity, and in compliance with EN ISO 14040, EN ISO 14044, and EN 15804 st...
Flexiteek 3: A New Era of High-Performance Sustainable Decking
The evolution of synthetic teak decking
Flexiteek International has once again raised the bar in synthetic decking with the introduction of Flexite...
Russell leads the way in wharf recycling: A community effort to keep the Bay clean
Over the Christmas and New Year period, Russell had a noticeable addition to its wharf – a pop-up recycling station set up by Resilient Russell, a loc...
Vision Marine Technologies files a new patent application for their cutting-edge Independent Fault D...
Vision Marine Technologies has filed a new patent application with the United States Patent and Trademark Office, reinforcing its commitment to advanc...
Yanmar accelerates hydrogen engine production for zero-emission ships
Pioneering sustainable marine propulsion
Yanmar Power Technology Co., Ltd. has taken a significant leap forward in sustainable marine propulsion wi...
What? Mermaiding at a boat show?!? boot Dusseldorf has it all.
At first glance, Düsseldorf might seem an unlikely location for a major boat show—it’s an inland city, far from the ocean or any major lakes.
Roger Hill Yacht Design Ltd
My studio is based in Auckland, New Zealand. I believe that the yachts I design should be beautiful, functional, and meet the owner’s brief.
Our office motto > A successful project is a ha...
Dixon Stainless
A Breakthrough in Custom Stanchions
At the forefront of Dixon Stainless’ offerings is their ability to produce custom stanchions, a significant milestone for New Zealand’s marine industry. These stan...
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