Maine lobster co-op launches first high-voltage electric workboat
Maine's Spruce Head Co-op has launched Wattson, the first high-voltage electric workboat used by Maine lobstermen, fitted with the ePropulsion X-20 motor.
Boat gear 4 months ago
Boat gear
Scanstrut DS-HSL-01 cable seal fits Starlink Gen 3 and RJ45 without re-terminating
The Scanstrut DS-HSL-01 fits Starlink Gen 3 and RJ45 cables without re-terminating. IP68 rated, low-profile, and ideal for marine and RV installs.
Boat gear 5 months ago
Temo Outpod offers transom-mount electric drive for small yachts without hull penetrations
The Temo Outpod mounts to your transom with no hull penetrations, bringing pod drive efficiency to yachts up to 9m. Find out how it works for NZ sailors.
Boat gear 5 months ago
Yamaha brings YAM inflatables, Torqeedo electrics and F450 V8 to NZ Boat Show
Yamaha brings YAM inflatables, Torqeedo electric outboards and the 450hp F450 XTO V8 to the NZ Boat Show. See the full lineup on display.
Boat gear 5 months ago
Ventura Series takes third major design award of 2026 with Red Dot win
The Ventura Series from Scanstrut wins the Red Dot Award 2026, its third major design honour this year alongside the iF Design Award and European Innovation Award.
Boat gear 5 months ago
Victron Lithium SuperPack NG targets easy lead-acid upgrades for NZ boaties
The Victron Lithium SuperPack NG makes upgrading from lead-acid to lithium simple for NZ boaties. Available now through Lusty and Blundell dealers nationwide.
Boat gear 5 months ago
Raymarine Axiom 2 chartplotters now in NZ via Lusty and Blundell
The Raymarine Axiom 2 range is now available in NZ via Lusty and Blundell. Faster 6-core processing, 64GB storage, and easy drop-in upgrades in 7, 9 and 12-inch sizes.
Boat gear 5 months ago
Airmar DST820 thru-hull sensor brings cybersecurity compliance at same price as DST810
The Airmar DST820 replaces the DST810 with PSTI cybersecurity compliance built in, same price and 2-inch thru-hull fit. Learn what changes for NZ boaties.
Boat gear 5 months ago
Simrad, Avikus and a Kiwi trailer maker lead the autonomous boating push
From Simrad's AutoCaptain to a NZ-made autonomous trailer, autonomous boating tech is arriving fast. Here's what it means for Kiwi skippers right now.
Boat gear 5 months ago
Twenty Maritimo yachts gather at Waiheke Island for three days of cruising and celebration
Twenty Maritimo motor yachts gathered at Waiheke Island for three days of cruising, dining, and celebration at one of New Zealand's most stunning anchorages.
Boat gear 5 months ago
SailGP and ePropulsion extend electric outboard deal through 2027
ePropulsion and SailGP extend their electric outboard partnership through 2027, with ePropulsion continuing as Official Electric Outboard Supplier for Small Craft.
Boat gear 5 months ago
Seakeeper merges gyrostabiliser and Ride into one platform with free software update
Seakeeper merges its gyrostabiliser and Ride system into one platform via a free software update, delivering 20% better stabilisation across pitch, roll, and yaw.
Boat gear 5 months ago