The key requirement for world-class race support in chase boats? Flexibility
“A chase boat is not just a tender, it’s the nerve centre for the team on the water,” says...
New Zealand’s marine industry
NZ Marine chief Peter Busfield retires after 30 years
Peter Busfield will retire from his role as executive director of NZ Marine — the trade association for the...
ZeroJet expands European footprint with Pochon partnership in France
The New Zealand-based firm specialising in compact electric jet propulsion systems, ZeroJet, has announced a new sales and service...
Freedom Boat Club opens new location in New Zealand
Freedom Boat Club has expanded its operations in New Zealand with the opening of a new location at Te...
Maritimo appoints representative in New Zealand
Motor Yacht Service Centre, based in New Zealand, has joined the Maritimo stable as an authorised sales partner for...
Sealegs appoints former Rayglass head as CEO
New Zealand-based Sealegs International, a manufacturer of amphibious boats, has appointed Dave Larsen as its chief executive officer. Larsen...
One-role model no longer works for maritime agencies, says RIB manufacturer
Globally maritime enforcement and operational agencies are rethinking how they specify and deploy their operational craft, says Protector Boats....
Tributes flow in for America’s Cup legend Peter Lester
The global sailing community is mourning the sudden loss of Peter Lester, veteran of three America’s Cup campaigns, accomplished...
Steve Armitage appointed new CEO of Yachting New Zealand
Yachting New Zealand has appointed Steve Armitage as its new chief executive, succeeding David Abercrombie after more than 14...
Peter Burling joins Luna Rossa for 38th America’s Cup
Peter Burling, a three-time America’s Cup winner, has joined Luna Rossa as the Italian syndicate prepares for the 38th...
Propspeed appoints Jim Bandy to lead Americas operations
Underwater foul-release coating specialist Propspeed has appointed Jim Bandy as vice president of sales and operations for the Americas....
