The 2020 Auckland Boat Show has been cancelled, it has been announced. “New Zealand’s largest boat show was scheduled to open in three weeks – running from 8th to the 11th October – but with uncertainty on which restriction levels will be in force at that time, we have made the difficult decision to cancel this year’s show,” says organiser, Stacey Cook. The build of […]
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Kiwi success story Enertec marks 33 years of cutting-edge electrical technology
New Zealand marine and RV systems specialist, Enertec, combines industry-leading, cutting-edge technology, with a long-standing, trusted reputation built on knowledge and experience. Enertec’s story begun in 1987 when it was created to supply test and measurement equipment. Inevitably, yachtie founder Colin Pawson’s passion with the boating world soon shaped the company’s destiny towards the marine […]
Newly-released Yamaha Helm Master EX to be at Show
Yamaha Marine has introduced Helm Master EX, the next level of customisable, integrated boat control. Now available in single-through-quad outboard applications, Helm Master EX brings forward the benefits from the original Helm Master system – including joystick manoeuvrability – and improves upon them, creating greater control and fishability for a wider range of boaters. “The […]
Father’s Day – boating style
We break down the best gifts for the marine-minded man in your life. No father’s day present? No problem. We’ve collected our favourite boating goodies for the marine man in your life, the fishing father figure, or the king (fish) of dad jokes; all of which will be on display at this year’s Auckland Boat […]
Offshore Cruising Tenders to launch two new models at show
Offshore Cruising Tenders is a Bay of Islands-based company selling a 100 per cent New Zealand-designed and made product; offshore cruising tenders which are fast gaining a name for themselves. At only six years old, Offshore Cruising Tenders is gearing up for its biggest boat show ever as it prepares to launch not only one, […]
FPT Industrial presents Guinness World Record marine engine in New Zealand
An engine with performance, speed, reliability and durability. All these advantages, plus the fact that it holds a Guinness World Record, can now be part of your boat. FPT Industrial C16 1000 marine engine is being launched in New Zealand by Lees Group, at the Auckland On Water Boat Show. From October 3rd to 6th, […]
2019’s launches and motoryachts
Running swift Following the success of the Swift Trawler 35, which dominated the long cruiser segment for nearly eight years, 36 Degrees will be showcasing the next generation successor. This exciting release from Beneteau has revealed a new version which is stylishly modern with well-utilised interior spaces and the utmost feeling of safety on board. […]
HCB powering the NZ marine industry
HCB Technologies has been supplying Endurant batteries into the marine market for 30 years. With the largest marine battery range in New Zealand, HCB supplies international marine battery brands including Lifeline, Endurant & Rolls to New Zealand’s leading marine service providers. HCB technical support staff will be available throughout the Auckland On Water Boat […]