In most circumstances, the owner of a vessel that is imported into New Zealand will have to pay duty and GST when the vessel arrives in New Zealand. However, vessels manufactured in countries which have entered into a free trade agreement with New Zealand will not attract duty.
Read MoreMaritime New Zealand have indicated that a full operational watch by sight and sound will no longer be required for vessels at anchor, a reversal of their earlier position on watchkeeping.
Read MoreThe final extension for export of yachts granted permission to remain in New Zealand under the Temporary Import Entry (TIE) scheme during 2020’s COVID-19 restrictions expires today, 30 June 2023.
Read MoreThe government has announced a select committee inquiry into seabed mining and there is likely to be a public submission process to inform their findings.
Read MoreMaritime New Zealand’s requirements for candidates to qualify for tickets across a range of vessel sizes and zones are somewhat complicated for individuals with overseas tickets.
Read MoreWhile Councils and their organisations have no obligation to provide moorings in and of themselves, there are some obligations that are important to be aware of.
Read MoreThe Deepwater Group made a presentation at the New Zealand Seafood Conference held in August 2022, setting some of the facts straight about New Zealand’s bottom fisheries. Read more …
Read MoreThe Ministry of Transport is seeking to update and modernise the MTA, and although the first round of submissions have closed, the NZ Marine Transport Association is seeking comments from industry.
Read MoreMaritime NZ is talking to industry stakeholders and have an email address for enquiries and input to assist the smooth opening of the maritime border in readiness for 1 August.
Read MoreNew Zealand’s border, including the maritime border, will fully reopen from the end of July.
Read MoreThe Fisheries Amendment Bill has been introduced to Parliament, to amend the Fisheries Act 1996, and has a number of proposed changes.
Read MoreMarine Protection Rules Part 199: Prevention of air pollution from ships is soon to be in effect. These rules apply to both domestic and international voyaging ships and apply to different types of ships and boats in different ways.
Read MoreThe New Zealand Government has imposed a range of sanctions in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and a guidance has been released explaining what ships and aircraft are restricted from entering New Zealand, and more.
Read MoreThe principles laid down in the King Salmon case are at the forefront of ongoing litigation between Port Otago Ltd and the Environmental Defence Society.
Read MorePrivate yachts on C4G/Temporary Import Entry (TIE) will have their TIEs extended to 30 June 2023.
Read MoreAn amendment to the Maritime Border Order sees the isolation or quarantine period for those who arrive in New Zealand on board a ship lowered from 10 days to 7 days.
Read MoreMNZ v Tauranga Fishing Charters Limited - Tauranga District Court decision on 4 February 2022.
Read MoreBIMCO has published a new model clause to address force majeure events occurring under contracts used in the shipping industry.
Read MoreEntry to New Zealand by foreign vessels is currently subject to the COVID-19 Public Health Response (Maritime Border) Order (No 2) 2020. Under this order, foreign vessels are not permitted to arrive in New Zealand unless they have certain exemptions:
Read MoreWe recently resolved an issue for a New Zealand seafarer whose seatime did not fit a conventional path.
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