Latest Maritime New Zealand News

Recognising Kiwi search and rescue excellence
Maritime NZ board appointees confirmed
Maritime NZ launches latest No Excuses on-water boating safety campaign
High Court Dismisses Tony Gibson Appeal
A significant step forward: the 2026 Port and Harbour Marine Safety Code
Regulatory Amendment Package (RAP) 3 consultation coming soon
Easy Ways To Avoid Oil Discharges
Update From International Maritime Organization
Maritime NZ Talks Safety On Seven Sharp
New Online Seafarer Licensing Service Coming Soon
Shining New Light On Cape Campbell
Maritime NZ Highlights Safety Risks On Seven Sharp
New Maritime Rules Taking Effect In 2026
Reminder: Don’t Spray Detergent On Oil Spill
Updated – Maritime NZ Statement On Vega Seafarers
Maritime NZ Statement On Vega Seafarers
Health and safety sentencing gives important lessons for ‘overlapping duties’
Update: Two people killed in helicopter crash, Paekākāriki Hill area
Maritime NZ: Survey shows peer pressure still a concern for boaties
Sentencing in case of death of crew member on Sealord vessel
Team effort saves three people from overturned vessel off Tolaga Bay
Strong engagement on Upper Harbour MPs life jackets bill
Taking your boat overseas? You need to apply to Maritime NZ for certification
Pacific Maritime Safety Programme supports Cook Islands during IMSAS audit
Breakbulk Cargo Inspections: Key Findings
Fit and proper person – include your Ministry of Justice record check
Rule Changes Come Into Effect On 1 December 2025
Ballast Water Compliance Made Simple
Maritime NZ proudly supporting international seafarers’ welfare
New Guidelines For Hydrographic Surveying Published 26 October
Southern Discoveries Fined $160,000 For Open Hatch Injury 4 October
Charting Digital Future: World Maritime Day 2025
Important changes: Ministry of Justice checks will be needed for maritime documents
Excellent Progress On ACOP Education And Guidance
New Entry-level Skipper Certificate Coming In 2026
Renewing your Maritime Transport Operator Certificate – thank you for your help
Keeping Whales Safe This Spring
Always Make Right Decision When Disposing Of Beacons
Flare Requirements: What You Need To Know
Building overseas? Know New Zealand’s maritime design, construction and equipment rules first
New Zealand welcomes first-ever visit from IMO Secretary-General
Police and Maritime NZ acknowledge boating manslaughter sentencing
Winter Boating Safety Profiled On Seven Sharp
Implementing the ACOP: risk management education resources on the way
World Drowning Prevention Day 2025
Better Support And Oversight For Third-party Regulators
Garbage management and disposal: new guide and e-learning modules
Updated guidance for suspected quarantinable disease on domestic and international vessels