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Distress beacons save lives – two yacht rescues completed safely

Both solo-yachtsman whose vessels were badly damaged north of New Zealand at the weekend have been rescued successfully because they had distress beacons. See dramatic images of both rescues. Weather conditions had been bad, with winds up to 50 knots and five metre waves.

Click here to view this advertiser story from Maritime NZ.

Second rescue for Norwegian sailor in 50kt winds and heavy seas

A rescue operation is underway for a second yacht in distress north of New Zealand. The Rescue Coordination Centre New Zealand (RCCNZ) is in contact with a Norwegian yachtsman whose damaged yacht, Ilanga, is in 50 knot winds and very heavy seas. The yachtsman is the only person on board and activated his EPIRB (distress beacon) at 4.14 PM today.

Click here to view this advertiser story from Maritime NZ.

Kiwi yachtsman found in life-raft off Norfolk Island

A New Zealand yachtsman has been found in a life raft 90 nautical miles east of Norfolk Island. Rescue Coordination Centre New Zealand has been coordinating the search for the yachtsman since 6.15 am today. Search and Rescue Mission Coordinator Dave Wilson said RCCNZ responded when a distress beacon from the yacht Waimanu was activated.

Click here to view this advertiser story from Maritime NZ.

Collinson FX Market Commentary – Nov 17 – NZ Confidence drifts lower

NZ Consumer Confidence drifted lower, reflecting the soft conditions in the NZ political environment, allowing the NZD to slip to 0.6850. Australian Employment numbers were lower, although the headline number improved, from 5.5% to 5.4%. The Labour market remains strong but will not deter the accommodative monetary policy from the RBA.

Click here to view this advertiser story from Collinson FX.

Light-hearted boating safety video packs a serious message for Kiwis

Move over Air New Zealand, the Big Angry Fish Boys Milan and Nathan have made their own ‘BIG’ safety video in time for the busy summer boating season. The light-hearted video follows the familiar inflight safety format, but has a serious message for boaties to play it safe on the water.

Click here to view this advertiser story from Maritime NZ.

Southern Spars wins major Auckland Business Award

Leading international sparmaker and more recently America’s Cup boatbuilder, Southern Spars Ltd has won the Supreme Business Excellence Award at the Westpac Auckland Business Awards 2017 – West. The Avondale (Auckland) based business is the world’s largest manufacture of super yacht and racing yacht masts.

Click here to view this advertiser story from Southern Spars.

Zhik to partner with Sail Melbourne International for 2017

Australia’s technical sailing apparel producer Zhik has come on board as Official Apparel Partner and Event Supplier of the 2017 Sail Melbourne International regatta (29 November – 3 December 2017). Zhik, who is a proud supporter and partner of the World’s best sailors, adds the Sail Melbourne International (SMI) partnership to their existing support of Australian Sailing and the Australian Sa

Click here to view this advertiser story from Zhik.

Predictwind announces major app updates for Mac, PC, iOS and Android

The PredictWind Offshore App now operates on four platforms, Mac, PC, iOS and Android. All of these platforms have had major updates with the Windows 10 version being fully rebuilt from the ‘ground up’ as a Microsoft certified ‘Windows Universal App’. Another new App is the long awaited Android version of the Offshore App.

Click here to view the latest advertiser story from PredictWind.

TNL Pindar gets ‘Clockwork’ from Freo to Auckland for Coastal Classic

When TNL Pindar were approached about shipping the Bakewell-White 37 “Clockwork” from Fremantle to Auckland they were given the additional challenge that it had to make the start line of the PIC Coastal Classic just in time for the start on Friday 20th October.

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Volvo Ocean Race – Team AkzoNobel works up handy lead

At the 0100UTC report Team AkzoNobel appeared to have established a handy lead

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Boating this summer – take care out there and lower the death toll

Safer Boating Week (October 13-20) ended Friday, recreational boating fatalities seem to be decreasing, and Maritime NZ Acting Director, Nigel Clifford, is urging boaties to keep up the good work and take care over the coming summer. Mr Clifford said on average 19-20 boaties died annually over recent years. Last year there were 13 fatalities and to date this year there have been 12.

Click here to view this advertiser story from Maritime NZ.

Collinson FX Market Commentary – Oct 24 – Tasman gap widens

The NZD trades at lows, holding around 0.6950, looking extremely vulnerable after the surprise formation of the left-wing Government. The AUD has drifted back to 0.7800, awaiting Consumer Confidence data today, but weakness comes from a stronger reserve.

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Many boaties neglect to check the weather!

Almost 30 percent of boaties seldom or never check marine weather forecasts before going on the water, and Maritime NZ and MetService want to get that number down. “Checking the marine forecast is fundamental and simple,” Maritime NZ Director Keith Manch said. “It doesn’t take much time, and it’s easy to do it before every trip.

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Southern Spars – From The Volvo to the Bike track and a quick Cruiser

Southern Spars have rolled a host of interest projects covering their core business of sparmaking and rigging for yachts ranging from superyachts and top maxis to the Olympic classes.

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Latest Zhik Isotak X arriving in time for Rolex Sydney Hobart

Not the endurance of a near 45,000 nautical mile Volvo Ocean Race, but still crossing a testing patch of ocean is a certainty for this year’s Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race fleet. Eastern Bass Strait’s shallow waters and the time of year when East Coast lows have been known to develop at sea can throw up surprises, one of the reasons sailors from around the world are lured to the bluewater classic

Click here to view this advertiser story from Zhik.

Predictwind – Updates released for new offshore app

Predictwind’s Offshore App is constantly being updated to provide you with the best possible forecast experience and the latest tools and features. Here’s a look at the latest release.

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Trust in our Certified Service

North Sails Certified Service offers you the very best in care for your sails. Racing or cruising, there is no one more qualified to help you extend the life of your inventory and maintain peak performance.

Click here to view the latest advertiser story from North Sails.

Safer Boating Week – Grants for over 10,000 children and boaties

This year, up to 10,000 more children will be taught boating safety, and how to sail; thousands of boaties will receive face-to-face training; hundreds of old lifejackets will be replaced as Coastguard’s “Old 4 New” upgrades continue; the popular MarineMate app will be upgraded; and there will be much more!

Click here to view this advertiser story from Maritime NZ.

Safer Boating Week – Starts Friday

New Zealand’s national Safer Boating Week (October 13-20) starts Friday with an important new message for boaties: If you can’t call for help, we can’t rescue you. “Have waterproof communications with you, and a marine VHF radio is usually best,” Safer Boating Forum Chair, Lindsay Sturt, said.

Click here to view this advertiser story from Maritime NZ.

Auckland On the Water Boat Show – Images from a wet final day

The Auckland On the Water Boat Show was plagued by the usual Auckland Spring weather – brilliantly fine for a few hours, then wind and horizontal rain for the next few hours and then another transition. Here’s a gallery of images from on the water and inside the tents shot on Sunday.

Click here to view the latest advertiser story from Auckland on Water Boat Show.

Auckland on the Water Boat Show – Images from day 3

A crowd of boating fans descended on the Auckland On the Water Boat Show on Saturday to check out the latest boats and technology – ashore and afloat. With a mostly sunny day the on the water exhibits were especially popular as prospective buyers were able to board and check out the models and variety of boats of all sizes on show.

Click here to view this advertiser story from Auckland on Water Boat Show.

Sailing legends Max Sirena and Francesco Bruni join Doyle Sails Italy

Doyle Sails has announced that two of the most talented and influential sailors in Italy, Max Sirena and Francesco Bruni will be joining Doyle Italy as shareholders effective 25th of September 2017. The appointments of Sirena and Bruni will further cement Doyle’s reputation for market leading sail design and the company’s commitment to ensuring that its clients continually benefit

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Auckland on the Water Boat Show gets underway in summer warmth

After being lashed by a succession of gales and horizontal rain for the past few months, the Auckland On the Water Boat Show opened to more summery climes. The gates opened at 10.00am with the usual queue waiting to see three floors of exhibits in the Viaduct Events Centre before moving through the pavilion area

Click here to view this advertiser story from Auckland on Water Boat Show.

New versatile sail completes North Sails Inventory for 2017-18 VOR

North Sails has unveiled a game-changing addition to the sail wardrobes of the Volvo Ocean Race fleet – the JO gennaker. North Sails has been the exclusive official supplier to the Volvo Ocean Race since the debut of the VO65 one design fleet in the 2014-15 edition.

Click here to view the latest advertiser story from North Sails.

Southern Spars seeks Designers and Fabricators

Southern Spars is looking for designers and fabricators who want careers in the exciting composites industry. We built the winning America’s Cup boat, but we do so much more than create amazing boats and masts, we’re also leaders in the aeronautics, sporting and automotive industries..

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Cruisers and Racers under 15m – See the difference with Delta by Doyle

Doyle Sails have announced Delta, a new sail construction for the club racer and performance coastal cruiser under 15 metres. Delta’s high-quality fibre options and layouts offer a modern alternative to the traditional panelled sail construction. Utilizing the same plant and technology as their premier product Stratis, Delta customers will reap all the benefits of proven manufacturing processes

Click here to view this advertiser story from Doyle Sails.

North Sails News – Norths for refitted supermaxi, One design successes

Latest news and updates from North Sails New Zealand including the new sail wardrobe from Norths and a new rig from Southern Spars, for the relaunched superman, Black Jack 100 which had a very good first race in the Land Rover Sydney Gold Coast Yacht Race.

Click here to view this advertiser story from North Sails.

Rolex Sydney Hobart and Volvo Ocean Race winner offered for sale

2016 Rolex Sydney Hobart winner, Giacomo is offered for sale. She is the only racing yacht to have been a round the world race winner and then extended her racing career into a win in one of the worlds three classic offshore races. In between, Giacomo has won line honours and set records in most of the SW Pacific racing circuits.

Click here to view the latest advertiser story from Giacomo VO70 (formerly Groupama 4) .

Auckland On Water Boat Show starts September 28

New Zealand’s biggest on-water boat show is on this month, September 28 to October 1, at Auckland’s ANZ Viaduct Events Centre, showcasing almost 200 domestic and international marine businesses. Show visitors can experience a wide range of vessels, both on and off the water, plus marine equipment and services, marine electronics, fishing tackle, travel services and much more.

Click here to view this advertiser story from Auckland on Water Boat Show.

Yamaha announce 2018 line-up for the Waverunner

Yamaha Motor New Zealand Ltd will reset the benchmark with the introduction of their 2018 WaveRunner line-up, featuring a new flagship model, alongside a fresh offering of striking graphic and colour changes. The 2018 WaveRunner range will be headlined with the new ‘Luxury Performance’ FX Limited SVHO.

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