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Vessev wins first European sale as Northern Ireland eco resort orders VS-9 hydrofoiler
NZ company Vessev has secured its first European sale, with Northern Ireland eco resort Finn Lough ordering a VS-9 electric hydrofoiling vessel for 2026.
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Senator Boats lands sixth Australian dealer as network spans four states
Napier-based Senator Boats adds a sixth Australian dealer, Port Phillip Boating Centre, with representation now spanning four states. Discover the Kiwi brand making waves.
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Volvo Penta launches most powerful Aquamatic DPI sterndrive package yet
Volvo Penta unveils the D6-480 DPI, its most powerful Aquamatic sterndrive yet, with joystick driving, autopilot, and scalable single to quad configurations.
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Superyachts grow larger as lifestyle ambitions drive global demand, including in NZ
Superyachts are getting bigger worldwide, and NZ is no exception. Discover what's driving demand for larger, more luxurious yachts and what it means for boating.
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Win a year of PredictWind Pro worth $800 in our Father's Day giveaway
Enter our Father's Day giveaway for a chance to win a one-year PredictWind Pro subscription worth $800. The ultimate gift for Kiwi boaties who love the water.
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Sea-Flux raises NZ$3 million to expand vessel management platform globally
New Zealand maritime tech company Sea-Flux has secured NZ$3 million to grow its cloud-based vessel management platform across NZ, Australia, the UK, and the Middle East.
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Gunboat Fusion debuts at Cannes as an 80ft grand touring catamaran
Gunboat unveils the Fusion at Cannes 2025, an 80ft grand touring catamaran blending offshore performance with superyacht luxury. Discover what sets it apart.
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Coromandel community pushes to revive Auckland ferry service after Covid collapse
The Coromandel Colville Business Association is working to restore the Auckland to Coromandel ferry service, believing it could boost the region's economy.
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Lakeland Queen returns to Lake Rotorua after $2.5m restoration
Rotorua's iconic sternwheeler Lakeland Queen is back on Lake Rotorua after a $2.5 million restoration. Commercial cruises are set to return in late 2025.
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Biotherm wins third straight leg to Nice, holding perfect points record in Ocean Race Europe
Biotherm claims a third straight victory in The Ocean Race Europe 2025, holding a perfect points record after a gruelling storm-hit leg from Cartagena to Nice.
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West Navaltech spinoff Forte Yachts launches with 14.35m aluminium Forte 47
Italian newcomer Forte Yachts has unveiled the Forte 47, a 14.35m aluminium yacht in two configurations, born from the expertise of West Navaltech.
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Viknes 10 wins inaugural Norwegian Boat of the Year at Scandinavia's biggest on-water show
The Viknes 10 has won the inaugural Norwegian Boat of the Year 2025 award. Available in NZ, it offers all-season capability, smart design, and genuine offshore comfort.
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