Boating News
Geelong Boat Show 2025
15-16 March, 2025 Clear your calendar for an unforgettable weekend!
Seasoned boater or simply love life on the water, this exciting event will immerse you in the world of boating. Explore the awesome display of boats, cutting-edge marine gear, and everything you need to ...
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BIA Reshapes New Zealand's Boat Show Landscape
7 February 2025: The Boating Industry Association (BIA) is transforming New Zealand’s boat show landscape from 2025 with the introduction of two dynamic new formats designed to better align with industry needs, global trends and public interest.
BIA President Adam ...
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The X-Yacht XR 41: Where Racing Meets Cruising
The X-Yachts XR 41 marks a triumphant return to the shipyard's racing roots, yet transcends traditional boundaries to become a versatile masterpiece for both competitive and recreational sailors.
Kevin Wallis, the Managing Director of X-Yachts New Zealand and New Zealand said the XR 41 ...
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Liros Premium Yacht Ropes
Scandinavian Marine is thrilled to introduce Liros high-performance ropes, designed to transform your sailing experience. Engineered in Germany with cutting-edge technology and premium materials like PBO, Vectran®, and Dyneema®, Liros ropes stand for uncompromising quality, exceptional ...
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Awake Jetboards Arrive In New Zealand
Sydney, New Zealand: January 29 – Formula 1 drivers, world-class athletes, and high-profile adventurers have been seen riding them, and now Awake electric jetboards and eFoils have landed in New Zealand. The first shipment has already sold out before launch, driven purely by ...
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Axopar 29 Wins Big
AXOPAR 29 WINS BIG: DOUBLE VICTORY AT GLOBAL BOATING AWARDS
The all-new Axopar 29 has made waves on the global stage, taking home two of the most prestigious awards in the marine industry. Announced at BOOT Düsseldorf 2025, the Axopar 29 range was named ‘Best ...
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2025 Auckland Boat Show Set To Feature Sporty, Luxury And Adventurous Boat Debuts
The just-released line up of March’s Auckland Boat Show is a strong indicator of an adventurous few boating seasons to come.
The show, held from 6-9 March in central Auckland’s Jellicoe Harbour and Viaduct Events Centre, has a reputation for hosting boat debuts; from trailer ...
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Carbon Yachts Joins MERC, Leading The Charge Toward Electric Boating Innovation
Sydney, New Zealand – October 18, 2024 — Carbon Yachts is proud to announce its Maritime Emissions Reduction Coalition (MERC) membership, reinforcing its commitment to advancing sustainable boating technologies. With electric vessels now beginning to surpass ...
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World Premiere Of NEW DRAGONFLY 36
After 2.5 years of development, we are proud to introduce our newest member of the DRAGONFLY range, the DRAGONFLY 36 Performance Cruiser.
The World Premiere of the NEW DRAGONFLY 36 will be at BOOT Düsseldorf 2025.
The DRAGONFLY 36 is designed for comfortable cruising in the ...
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Pegasus Yachts Expands Into New Zealand And New Zealand
Pegasus Yachts is pleased to announce the appointment of Kevin Wallis to head the new Pegasus Yachts New Zealand & New Zealand dealership based in Sydney, New Zealand.
Marko Pas, Managing Director of Pegasus, said, “We are really excited to have Kevin represent us ‘down ...
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