Environmental & Sustainability News

The Exotic Caulerpa threat to Waiheke Island

New Zealand’s pristine waters face a growing threat: the spread of exotic caulerpa, an invasive seaweed that has recently been found around Waiheke Island, including Thompson’s Point and Onetangi Bay.

DOC seeks help to locate entangled dolphin near Auckland

The Department of Conservation (DOC) is calling on the public to help locate a bottlenose dolphin entangled in fishing netting, last seen in the waters around western Auckland.

Carbon Yachts joins MERC

Carbon Yachts has joined the Maritime Emissions Reduction Coalition (MERC), strengthening its commitment to sustainable boating technologies and greener seas.

Ducie Island: A Remote Jewel of the South Pacific

Discover Ducie Island, an uninhabited atoll in the South Pacific and part of the Pitcairn Islands British Overseas Territory, a true remote jewel.

Kaikōura pāua poachers caught, community zero tolerance for illegal fishing

A game-changer for green logistics: France's first hydrogen-powered inland vessel, the ZULU 06

Sogestran Group has launched the ZULU 06, France's first hydrogen-powered inland vessel, marking a major milestone in green logistics and sustainable waterway transport.

YANMAR’s E-Saildrive Wins Dual DAME Design Awards for Innovation and Sustainability

YANMAR Marine International's evolutionary E-Saildrive SDe 48V series has been awarded two prestigious DAME Design Awards at the METSTRADE Show in Amsterdam.

Hot Shot: Shotover's Electric Jets

Very Large Ore Carrier Ship to install Anemoi Rotor Sails Supporting Sustainability

Toyota Hydrogen Fuel Cells: Powering the Future of Marine Vessels

Hydrogen fuel cell technology has emerged as a pivotal innovation in the pursuit of zero-emission solutions for various industries. While its early applications focused primarily on automotive use, Toyota has steadily advanced this technology to address more complex environments.

New Marine Protections in the Hauraki Gulf: Balancing Conservation and Commercial Interests

The Hauraki Gulf/Tīkapa Moana is one of New Zealand’s most important marine environments, rich in biodiversity and significant to both recreational users and Māori culture.