Boating News

Salvage to begin on Bayesian superyacht after fatal sinking off Sicily

The salvage of Mike Lynch’s sunken superyacht Bayesian begins off Sicily, aiming to uncover why the 56m vessel capsized so quickly in August 2024, killing seven people.

US Coast Guard responds to sinking of overloaded Lamborghini Yacht off Miami Beach

Quality Marine Clothing anchors in Auckland

Superyacht ‘Mischief’ makes waves with high-gloss Awlgrip refit

Australia’s largest charter superyacht, Mischief, has undergone a world-class refit using Awlgrip HDT and Awlcraft 3000 by Gold Coast-based Yachtsmiths. Discover the expert coatings process behind this standout superyacht transformation.

While SP80 breaks the 50-knot barrier the team learns key lessons from March test sessions

The SP80 team hit a major milestone in March, breaking the 50-knot barrier during test sessions at Leucate, France, with key lessons learned along the way.

Senator 550: small boat, huge impact

Step inside the build: Haines Hunter offers exclusive factory tours

Haines Hunter is opening its factory doors to prospective buyers during the Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show in Auckland from 15 to 18 May 2025.

Fresh momentum for Cook Strait ferries as six shipyards shortlisted

Following the cancellation of KiwiRail’s iReX project in December 2023, Ferry Holdings has taken charge of replacing the Interislander fleet. Six shipbuilders have now been shortlisted to deliver the new Cook Strait ferries by 2029.

Sea trial the difference: Innovision Boats announces 2025 Demo Days

Innovision Boats is inviting Kiwi boaties to get behind the helm this May at their 2025 Demo Days and experience the ride for themselves firsthand.

Maritimo propeller development with Ross Willaton

Ross Willaton explains how Maritimo approaches high-speed propeller development, blending naval architecture data with specialist propeller manufacturer expertise.

2026 SSANZ Round North Island announces Doyle Sails as major partner