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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 delay due to light winds. The forecast had predict...
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 delay due to light winds. The forecast had predict...
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...
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...
Stranded Barge at Carters Beach Has Been Refloated
The MMA Vision from New Plymouth pulled her out to sea. The tug will tow the barge to Nelson, accompanied by a smaller tug, the Kurutai, from Napier.
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Westport Mineral Sands Boss Breaks Silence
The statement said the Manahau was a “critical component” of efficient and sustainable sand shipping from Coast river ports to bulk export ships off t...
Latest News Briefs
Stranded Barge at Carters Beach Has Been Refloated
The MMA Vision from New Plymouth pulled her out to sea. The tug will tow the barge to Nelson, accomp...
Westport Mineral Sands Boss Breaks Silence
The statement said the Manahau was a “critical component” of efficient and sustainable sand shipping...
Beached Barge’s Niue flag a concern – O’Connor
The barge arrived in New Zealand in July. When it beached on Carters Beach on Sunday, questions emer...
Westport Barge Beaching – The Manahau: fit for purpose?
David Barnes, who was a Buller District Council (BDC) harbourmaster for a decade, told The News the ...
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New Boats Emerging
MARITIMO ANNOUNCES NEW BLACK EDITION
The Black Edition is borne of Maritimo’s objective to constantly perfect and improve even its best-selling models.
MARITIMO ANNOUNCES NEW BLACK EDITION
The Black Edition is borne of Maritimo’s objective to constantly perfect and improve even its best-selling models.
PALM BEACH 85
Representing nearly three decades of innovative Palm Beach Motor Yachts design and construction, the Palm Beach 85 is set to become the new flagship o...
Innovision Boats unveils stunning Amphibious range
The Innovision Amphibious seamlessly transitions from land to water, providing boating enthusiasts with unmatched freedom and convenience.
Company Updates
HamiltonJet expansion
Works have begun on a new production facility for HamiltonJet. The groundbreaking ceremony was held on site in Lunns Road, Christchurch on June 27 and marks an exciting new chapter for the organisatio...
HamiltonJet expansion
Works have begun on a new production facility for HamiltonJet. The groundbreaking ceremony was held on site in Lunns Road, Christchurch on June 27 and marks an exciting new chapter for the organisatio...
HamiltonJet breaks ground for new facility
By investing in these significant upgrades to its manufacturing and production HamiltonJet aims to deliver significant efficiencies for the business a...
Surtees sales yard relocation
This relocation is part of Surtees’ ongoing efforts to evolve and thrive in a competitive industry landscape.
Weber Marine expansion
Since boatbuilders always needs painters, this acquisition makes perfect business sense.
Torqeedo partners with Yamaha
In the future, the Japanese company can count on Torqeedo's expertise to meet the ever-increasing demand for electric and hybrid propulsion systems.
36° Brokers 10 years
To commemorate this milestone, 36 Degrees Brokers announced a landmark partnership with Maritimo, the acclaimed Australian builder of premium motor ya...
Marina News
Marlborough Sounds Marinas are now ‘Clean Marinas’
Marlborough Sounds Marinas is delighted to successfully achieve the International Clean Marina certification through the Marina Industries Association (MIA) for the Asia Pacific Region, and the Intern...
Marlborough Sounds Marinas are now ‘Clean Marinas’
Marlborough Sounds Marinas is delighted to successfully achieve the International Clean Marina certification through the Marina Industries Association (MIA) for the Asia Pacific Region, and the Intern...
Waikawa expansion welcomes boaties to Sounds
This place is very significant to local iwi and it was important to acknowledge that and to open the marina together with them.
Marina construction challenges
Marina expansions, while exciting for berth holders, often come with challenges.
Queenstown Marina – more berths already
As the $20 million Queenstown Marina officially opened, plans were immediately announced for Stage Two.
Kennedy Point Marina takes shape
The marina will have Wi-Fi and each berth is equipped with 240-volt power and water.
Wynyard Quarter welcomes new marine retail strip
Wynyard Quarter welcomes new Beaumont Street marine retail strip inside luxury apartment development.
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As the final tribute to Orient Express Racing Team, we have included a significant picture montage ...
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New Zealand-built Marine Engines. Part I
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Orient Express Fights For Survival Against INEOS – Tomorrow: Racing Cancelled For Today Due To...
We were due to see a final race for one of the teams today at the climax of the Round Robin Phase of...
Racing Delayed For 1 HOUR Due To Weather
In #AC37 action, well, so far there is none. Racing is delayed now for 75 minutes due to weather.
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Race Schedule For Sunday 8 September
Final day of the Round Robin series - and 6 teams compete.
Orient Express will face-off with INEO...