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MEDIA RELEASE Port Nelson’s marine haul-out and maintenance facility, operating as Calwell , officially opened yesterday morning. The 550-tonne boat hoist enables vessels of up to 2,400 tonnes to be serviced locally   The $29 million facility represents a significant investment in the region’s marine infrastructure, facilitating improved haul-out, maintenance, and vessel servicing capabilities to support the growing needs of New Zealand’s blue economy. The redevelopment was c

The marina and boatyard industry has a huge amount of potential for talented people seeking a strong career, and the New Zealand Marina Operators Association (NZMOA) is helping ensure that the opportunities are visible and accessible to all.   This comes as MAST Academy, which runs training programs for the industry locally including New Zealand Certificate in Boatyard Operations and Marina Operations courses,  is leading a review of qualifications for the industry to ensure

Protecting and caring for Kennedy Bay has always been of the utmost importance to Waiheke Marina. An opportunity to support the SeaKeepers South Pacific Chapter lets the team take that much further. As the first ever marina partner for SeaKeepers here in New Zealand, we will provide berthage and logistical support for scientific and conservation-based activities at sea. “SeaKeepers works around the world to connect scientists with local boat owners,” says Tom Warren of Waihe

It's great to hear about NZMOA members reaching out to support the community. Last month Titan Marine Engineering sponsored both Moana Auckland, and theTry Sailing experience delivered by the Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron. The organisers say that their support enabled the activation to be offered to the public, with sessions fully booked across the weekend.   Across the two days, 158 people were introduced to sailing, many of whom had not had the opportunity to get out on

NZMOA CAREER PROFILE Five years into his marina career, Alex Shaw is focused on ensuring he has well-rounded qualifications.   To set himself up for a successful future, Alex, whose role is Maintenance Supervisor at Bayswater Marina, has completed an Intermediate Marina Managers (IMM) course with the Marina Industries Association.   He has also recently completed a Marina Facilities – Marina Operations Apprenticeship with MAST Academy – undertaking the IMM and the Apprentices

NZMOA CAREER PROFILE David Marginet, a ship’s master by trade and former superyacht captain, started as night dockmaster at Westhaven Marina in 2017. In 2025 he became the 36 th  person in the world to earn Certified Marina Professional Status. In his years in marinas David has worked in every aspect of operations from maintenance, projects, systems, business improvement, data, planning and improvement. In his current role he oversees operations and quality across the Auckla

Jasper, a top sailor at world championship level, chose the marina industry because he loves working inside, outside and around the water.

NZ Marine, with the support of New Zealand Customs, has recently produced an updated Guide to the Temporary Import of Small Craft , relevant to cruising yachts and superyachts. This guide is now available to Owners and Captains planning a visit to New Zealand. The regulations ensure yachts can enjoy cruising New Zealand’s world-renowned coastline and sheltered harbours, islands, bays, and marinas, while accessing maintenance, refit, and technical services. NZ Marine Executive

New Zealand’s marina and boatyard sector has much to be proud of: it is a significant contributor to the economy, provides valuable employment, is a platform for one of the country’s favourite recreational past-times, and has achieved substantial environmental improvements over the decades.   Now the New Zealand Marina Operators Association (NZMOA) invites the country’s marina, boatyards and their suppliers to showcase their best work, with entries open for the   NZMOA Marina

The 25 th Auckland Boat Show ran this March, with many thousands of people visiting to view 200 boats on and off the water, and to see the wares of 150+ exhibitors.   It was the biggest event on New Zealand’s marine calendar, an event designed by the industry for the industry, and while on the surface the focus is recreational, the commercial side of the industry was also be there in full force to meet, connect and do business – and also to interact with the latest equipment

The Government plans to replace the Resource Management Act this year.  NZMOA has lodged a submission on the replacement bills.  The main aim is to raise the profile of the sector.  We have supported provisions that make the system more enabling and streamlined, and seek changes where needed to improve clarity or reduce risk to the sector. More work will be in the next phase, when outcomes focused national direction is prepared under the new regime.  Members can view a copy o

Nelson’s planned marina expansion has been provided a $12.89 million Regional Infrastructure Fund (RIF) loan, which will help deliver infrastructure upgrades to drive economic growth and generate local jobs. The upgrade will provide Nelson Marina with the ability to lift heavier boats out of the water for servicing by installing a 110-tonne vessel hoist. It will also expand the marina’s hardstand capacity for marine maintenance from 14 to 54 bays. A purpose-built marine servi

With New Zealand’s marine industry reportedly showing clear signs of recovery, the show has expanded its footprint to welcome new exhibitors including NZMOA members.  Amongst them are Norsand Boatyard, Port Whangarei Marine Centre, Whangarei Marina, Bay of Islands Marina, Westhaven Marina and Marsden Cove Marina as well as associate member, 'Clean Below? Good to Go' with the marine biosecurity message.   Market data shows a turnaround in the final quarter of 2025, driven by n

On-Demand Berthing Capacity for New Zealand Marinas Every marina manager in New Zealand knows the feeling. Summer arrives, cruising traffic builds, and the phone does not stop ringing. Visitor enquiries increase, events are locked into the calendar, and suddenly a well-run marina is operating at full stretch. Berths fill quickly. Late arrivals need space. Turning boats away becomes a regular conversation, and never a comfortable one. It affects revenue, reputation, and the ex

Nelson Marina has developed and launched a new online hub that utilises AI to bring information together about virtually everything happening within the marina - including: 16 marina categories from maintenance services to rental cars, training, and more A searchable market place and events calendar A community forum where businesses can share info with their followers A directory A project marketplace for boat jobs Launched in early November, it already has more than 800 m

Qualifying marinas have now r eceived an invitation to participate in the 2025 Health of the Marina Industry Survey for New Zealand . The survey is confidential and will again be conducted by Drs Ed Mahoney and Steve Miller at Michigan State University.   This survey will quantify the value of the marina sector to the New Zealand economy , its contributions to employment , and the social benefits generated.  Data such as this is critical to the marine associations that advoca

GOfuel and Tauranga Bridge Marina are proud to unveil the newly upgraded marine fuel facility — designed to make refuelling faster,...

Thank you to everyone that made the NZ Marina and Boatyard Conference such a great success! Highlights: 120+ delegates from New Zealand,...

NZMOA was delighted to welcome two more marinas into the Clean Marina program as fully certified Level 3 Clean Marinas at the New Zealand...