Boating News

Hands-on control: Flexball 5000 Series now available in New Zealand via AB Equipment

Marine industry growth means new offices at Cracker Bay: Work, play, and look out over the Waitematā

A refurbished office building at Cracker Bay on Auckland's Westhaven Marina is now open, offering harbour views over the Waitematā for marine industry tenants.

Beneteau Oceanis 52: designed to move you

Bond 26 and the boats of 007: Will the new film keep the nautical tradition afloat?

Bond 26 is on the way - but will it keep the iconic 007 boat scene tradition alive? We look back at the nautical history of the James Bond film franchise.

The <i>Bayesian</i> emerges after 10 months under the Tyrrhenian Sea

Sailing into the digital future: World Sailing launches online learning platform

World Sailing has launched the World Sailing Academy, a new online learning platform making sailing education more accessible to sailors worldwide.

Sunreef Yachts expands into New Zealand with Ocean Independence Partnership

IBI Summit 2025: Navigating the global marine industry’s most urgent challenges

Lagoon Days 2025: A deep dive into offshore cruising, seamanship, and smart ownership

Lagoon Days 2025 offers sailors a rare opportunity to explore offshore cruising, sharpen seamanship skills, and make smarter ownership decisions.

Charlie Bravo named New Zealand distributor for Viknes - “the best boats you’ve never heard of”

Charlie Bravo Boat Co. is proud to announce its appointment as the official New Zealand distributor for Viknes Boats - a brand synonymous with exceptional quality and design innovation.

COMING SOON: White Pointer 795 SC – built to turn heads and handle anything

EV Maritime launches first electric ferry in Auckland

EV Maritime has launched New Zealand's first fully electric passenger ferry in Auckland, marking a major milestone for sustainable marine transport.