Highlights from the Auckland Boat Show 2025

Boating and yachting in the South Pacific is experiencing tremendous growth and this was on full display at the 2025 Auckland Boat show last week.

Peter and Troy attended to connect with clients, see new vessels and understand more keenly the latest developments from shipyards, registries, and brokers.

With world leading innovation and a record number of boats debuting at this years’ show, both Peter and Troy came away confident that the maritime sector is in an exciting and positive stage.

Key highlights included:

• Meeting with the Maritime Cook Islands registry to discuss new ways in which vessel registration can be streamlined for private and commercial use.

• Getting aboard MY Kokomo and her new tender vessel Render.

• Spending time with Voodoo Yachts to see their latest vessel developments.

Dawson & Associates is New Zealand’s premier specialist maritime law firm and is highly experienced in all vessel related matters in New Zealand, Australia, and the South Pacific.

If you are considering buying or selling a vessel, or have questions about registration and ownership, please contact Peter Dawson on +64 27 229 9624 peter@maritimelaw.co.nz or Troy Stade on +64 27 368 6730 troy@maritimelaw.co.nz.