Quality boats and innovations, serious buyers and strong industry optimism defined the 25th Auckland Boat Show, which wrapped up yesterday after four busy days at the Viaduct Events Centre and Jellicoe Harbour. With 235 boats on display, more than 200 exhibitors and an estimated 1,200 sea trial trips, boat sellers reported strong interest from genuine prospective buyers, […]
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Deep dive into expert knowledge at 25th Auckland Boat Show
Boats, technology and new products may draw the crowds to the Auckland Boat Show, but learning, sharing knowledge and connecting with experts are just as big a part of the experience for thousands of boat enthusiasts. Specialists from across the marine sector will be at this year’s 25th anniversary show helping boat owners build deeper […]
New boats, local debuts and international innovation
Boatbuilding innovation will headline a strong line-up of new launches, technology releases and international premieres at the Auckland Boat Show, 5–8 March 2026, with locally designed and built vessels leading the charge at the country’s premier marine event as it celebrates its 25th anniversary. Debut boats include: Marine technology and equipment innovation will also […]
Sailing legend Conrad Colman and Aotearoa Ocean Race team at 25th Auckland Boat Show
One year out from the 2027 Auckland stopover of the Ocean Race, the 25th Auckland Boat Show will welcome world-renowned offshore sailor Conrad Colman and the Aotearoa Ocean Racing team to the event. Conrad, who has completed two solo Vendée Globe circumnavigations and four laps of the globe in total, returns home after establishing himself […]
Women in marine event to open 25th Auckland Boat Show
Women in marine event to open 25th Auckland Boat Show The 25th Auckland Boat Show will open with a new initiative aimed at strengthening diversity and connection across the marine sector — the inaugural Women in Marine event. Designed to foster confidence, professional growth and meaningful industry connections, the event will bring together accomplished women from across […]
Turning Ocean Innovation into Everyday Gear
Innovation in the marine industry often focuses on boats, electronics or fishing technology — but sometimes the most exciting ideas come from rethinking what we already have. Ofishal is a New Zealand brand doing exactly that, transforming discarded fish skins into premium leather products and giving new life to a resource that would otherwise go to waste. […]
New boat feature: 13.8m Elite Kaeā
The 13.8m Elite Kaeā, which means to wander or roam in te reo Māori, is a new and high-profile attraction at this year’s Auckland Boat Show. Kaeā is the first new build from the up-and-coming yard, Marra Marine of Tauranga. Tauranga, a harbourside city on the east coast of the North Island, is increasingly standing […]
Show expands to meet exhibitor demand
New Zealand’s marine industry is showing clear signs of recovery, with the 25th Auckland Boat Show expanding its footprint to accommodate growing demand from exhibitors as confidence returns to the sector. Market data shows a turnaround in the final quarter of 2025, driven by new boat sales, commercial vessel construction, a strong second-hand market, and […]