Inside Seawind's new Turkish factory building the 1170 catamaran
Seawind Catamarans opens its Izmir, Turkey factory doors, revealing how the award-winning Seawind 1170 catamaran is built with 40 years of expertise.
Boating News 7 months ago
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2012 Beneteau Oceanis 58 Laissez Faire offers offshore capability and live-aboard comfort
Explore Laissez Faire, a 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 58 offering offshore capability, live-aboard comfort, and a full systems fit-out. Contact South Pacific Boat Sales today.
Boating News 7 months ago
Jeanneau's floating villa targets hotels with Sea Loft 480 launch
Jeanneau's Sea Loft 480 floating villa targets hotels and seaside resorts, debuting at ITB Berlin in March 2026 as a guest experience on the water.
Boat news 7 months ago
Kiwi-built electric hydrofoil VS-9 trialled as ferry on Wanaka and Wakatipu
New Zealand-built electric hydrofoil VS-9 by Vessev is being trialled as a passenger ferry on Lakes Wanaka and Wakatipu. Find out what makes this vessel so impressive.
Boating News 7 months ago
Public vote decides if TH33 takes Multihull of the Year title
The Jeanneau TH33 catamaran is nominated for 2026 Multihull of the Year, with the winner decided by public vote. Will it take the title?
Boat news 7 months ago
Two-week salvage begins on Black Cat catamaran wrecked in Akaroa Marine Reserve
A two-week salvage operation is under way to recover the wrecked Black Cat Cruises catamaran from Akaroa Harbour's marine reserve after it ran aground on 31 January.
Boating News 7 months ago
Marcopolo Adventure Yachts launches MP10 and MP12 at boot Dusseldorf 2026
Marcopolo Adventure Yachts debuts the MP10 and MP12 at boot Dusseldorf 2026, two offshore-capable yachts built for real-world cruising with Italian design and modern materials.
Boating News 7 months ago
Black Cat Cruises catamaran wreck splits on rocks as salvage and TAIC inquiry continue
The Black Cat Cruises catamaran has split on rocks near Akaroa. Follow the latest on the TAIC inquiry, salvage operations, and exclusion zone details.
Boating News 7 months ago
British sailor Pete Hill wins Cruising Club of America Blue Water Medal while at sea in New Caledonia
British sailor Pete Hill has been awarded the Cruising Club of America's 2025 Blue Water Medal, the organisation's highest honour, for over 50 years of adventurous ocean voyaging.
Boating News 7 months ago
Black Cat Cruises resumes full operations after Akaroa catamaran capsize
Black Cat Cruises has resumed full operations in Akaroa following a catamaran capsize. All 41 passengers were safely evacuated. A TAIC investigation is underway.
Boating News 7 months ago
Invictus TT460 flagship arrives with 14.27m hull and twin Volvo Penta IPS power
The Invictus TT460 arrives as the brand's new flagship, spanning 14.27m with twin Volvo Penta IPS power up to 1,246 hp and social onboard living at its core.
Boating News 7 months ago
Lalabe, Feadship's Breakthrough among winners at BOAT Design and Innovation Awards 2026
Lalabe, Feadship's Breakthrough and more claimed top honours at the BOAT Design and Innovation Awards 2026. See all the superyacht winners from the Kitzbuhel ceremony.
Boating News 7 months ago