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Latest Yamaha outboard tech at Auckland Boat Show
Whether you’re a beginner or seasoned expert, all are welcome to see how Helm Master® EX can make your fishing and boating experience easier, more enjoyable, and more productive.
Princess Yachts’ S62 NZ debut
This year’s show will be the New Zealand debut of our brand new Princess Yachts S62.
Mercury Racing APX 60
The 60-horsepower, 995cc 60 APX four-cylinder powerhead is based on the rugged and reliable Mercury 60 FourStroke outboard with electronic fuel injection
Composite Saildrive propeller
The new propeller is almost immune to electrolysis, making it an ideal choice for saltwater environments.
Maritimo 20 Years Part 5: THE EVOLUTION OF THE MARITIMO S-SERIES
By and large, the reason people choose an S-Series Maritimo is a bit like why some people drive SUVs.
Fliteboard FLITELab
The purpose behind FLITELab* AMP is to expand the range of conditions suitable for surf foiling and wind wing activities.
Yamaha acquires Torqeedo
This acquisition will also support and accelerate Yamaha’s efforts for achieving carbon neutrality in the marine industry as well as aid in fast-tracking the establishment of a small electric propulsion line-up.
Pacific 62 nears completion
This long-range sport-fishing cruiser embodies Jason Dickey’s vision of an adventure-bound sport-fisher.
Boat Bling
$1000 of Flir M232 Thermal Cameras
The M232 can be used to identify objects in the water with different thermal footprints
EYE ON THE BOAT
Raymarine’s new CAM300 mini day-night IP camera is a compact, high definition, fully waterproof camera that transforms an Axiom MFD display into a powerful onboard video observation system.
BLOW-UP BLISS
COAST New Zealand has launched its new state-of-the-art NIMBUS™ Collection of luxury inflatables.
Extinction of sweating – Zhik‘s breathable PFD
Zhik’s new lightweight, Breathable PFD is an ergonomically profiled buoyancy vest. It’s so light it barely feels like you are wearing it.
FIND YOUR WAY UNDER POWER OR SAIL
The SuperSport Venture SS-PR2 magnetic compass from Ritchie Navigation displays an accurate heading even when stopped, and also instantly shows minute course changes.
HydraCell Power
HydraCell is a water-activated oxygen fuel cell that offers long shelf life, extended usage times, lower operational costs. It operates and is disposed of without toxic emissions.