Pacific PowerBoat Magazine

Pacific PowerBoat is a bi-monthly magazine targeting powerboats from 3m to 30 metres, from trailerboats to motor yachts and cruisers. This high gloss publication features boat reviews, new products, destinations and technical articles – all 100% power boat focused. Each issue includes a second stand-alone magazine, targeting a specific sector of the marine market. Pacific PowerBoat + Alloy Boat Magazine appears three times a year, Pacific PowerBoat + Pacific PassageMaker Annual, Pacific PowerBoat + RIB Annual, Pacific PowerBoat + PWC Annual

WORLD’S FIRST HYDROGEN-POWERED SUPERYACHT SETS SAIL • The vessel represents a greener future for the yachting industry — and the design is stunning.

Pacific PowerBoat Magazine

A MARKET OF MIXED VIBES • With three of our biggest boat shows down under now behind us—namely, the Auckland Boat Show in March, followed by the Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show and the Sanctuary Cove Boat Show in May - we came away with mixed vibes.

ISLAND GYPSY 40 WB • The Island Gypsy 40 Wide Body is a fantastic boat that has been expanded by about a foot to make it even wider for the brand new 2024 model. It boasts luxurious features that make it perfect for entertaining friends or simply relaxing on the water.

SEALEGS LAUNCH THEIR LATEST 12M AMPHIBIOUS CABIN RIB -‘KUPE’ • Sealegs International are delighted to announce the successful launch and sea testing of their latest 12m Cabin RIB ‘Kupe’. ‘Kupe’ which is named in honour of the early Polynesian navigator measures in at 12 meters (40” in length) with a 3.6m beam. Destined for serious adventure.

HUTCHWILCO NEW ZEALAND BOAT SHOW 2024 - A RESOUNDING SUCCESS! • The Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show 2024 concluded with a resounding success, offering visitors a huge selection of the latest technology, boats and fishing equipment. Exhibitors reported strong sales outcomes of new boats, far exceeding expectations, and the new layouts and features rolled out by organisers XPO seem to have hit the spot with the tens of thousands of boat lovers and families in attendance.

SANCTUARY COVE INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW - SALES, SALES, SALES! BUMPER SCIBS MORE THAN DELIVERS • Huge crowds and great weather for the 35th Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show added up to an event exhibitors have praised as “exceptional”. Setting records was the number of boats on the water – 356 in total, up 41 on last year – delivering an unparalleled display of marine power and beauty for everyone who attended.

THE WHITEHAVEN REVOLUTION - THE DAWN OF A NEW ERA IN WHITEHAVEN’S HISTORY • The 2024 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show was an incredible event for Whitehaven Motor Yachts, who were thrilled to announce the revolutionary new Whitehaven 7000 Series, along with the world premiere of the Harbour Classic 40 with its innovative upper galley arrangement and provide a sneak peek of the new Harbour Classic 52. The interest and enthusiasm from attendees was overwhelming.

LUCKY POWERBOAT SUBSCRIBER WINS PRIZE • $2,300+ worth of products to enhance time spent on the water!

EXCEPTIONAL SANCTUARY COVE SHOW FOR RIVIERA • Riviera, one of Australia’s premium luxury motor yacht builders, has defined the 2024 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show as 'exceptional'.

MARITIMO’S GLOBAL LAUNCHES - AT SANCTUARY COVE INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW

SUZUKI NEW ZEALAND PAYS TRIBUTE TO SIMON MEADE • It is with great sadness, we learn of the passing of Suzuki New Zealand stalwart, Simon Meade on Saturday 18 May, after a tragic car accident.

SANDBROOKS INTRODUCE RETROFIT FRAMELESS SLIDERS • Sandbrooks now has Retrofit Frameless Sliders available for boats with solid glass, now offering added ventilation.

TICKETS NOW ON SALE FOR THE 55TH SYDNEY INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW • Four days of fun are on the horizon...