Sponsors

  • Orams Marine - Platinum Sponsor

    Orams Marine, New Zealand’s premier marine facility, housing over 30 marine specialist businesses in the heart of Auckland’s CBD, is capitalising on provision of platinum status to support the marine industry. “The NZ Millennium Cup is a fantastic product and we’ve put our hands up for the next two years because we know it’s great for the marine industry here in New Zealand” says Neven Barbour of Orams Marine. “Since our refit of the luxury 88m superyacht Athena, projects are increasing in size. Orams Marine Village is at capacity throughout the cruising season and we want to roll with this momentum, back the industry and give competitors something fantastic to look forward to when they come down," says Craig Park, Orams Marine

    http://www.oramsmarine.co.nz
  • Royal Huisman - Platinum Sponsor

    For discerning individuals with a dream to realise, Royal Huisman gives expression to their dream, by creating a yacht that is unique in conception, quality and execution, celebrating the Spirit of Individuality. ​Royal Huisman employs a team of over 280 highly motivated and skilled people, from skilled craftsmen to expert concept designers, with extraordinarily-diverse experience and capabilities, working in Vollenhove at a custom-build shipyard on a premises of more than 30,000sqm. ​The shipyard facilities are extended to the Amsterdam region. This second location serves as an addition to the existing shipyard both for new builds and for Huisfit projects.

    https://www.royalhuisman.com/
  • Boat International - MEDIA SPONSOR

    Boat International is the global authority in superyachting, celebrating the yachts and the life that comes with them through our unrivalled access. Boat International Media produces over 1.2 million magazines each year that sell in 60 countries worldwide and are published in three different languages. We organise the most prestigious events in the superyacht calendar, including The World Superyacht Awards and in addition, we own the world’s most comprehensive database of superyachts and our social and business networking tool for superyacht captains and crew can be found at dockwalk.com.

    https://www.boatinternational.com/
  • Ocean Media - MEDIA SPONSOR

    Ocean Media is a specialist publisher of Australasian luxury boating, lifestyle and yachting magazines. Established in 2005, the boutique publishing house has focused on excellence in editorial content, together with world-class design and presentation not previously available to this specialised, premium sector of the maritime leisure market. The quality of the printed word and image is extended online with provision of full digital editions of all titles, the norm for the company since its launch - blending print and online worlds in one offering.

    http://oceanmedia.com.au/
  • Superyacht Times

    SuperYachtTimes.com is the leading superyacht website, updated daily with the most relevant and interesting superyacht news and information. In addition, we also publish the quarterly newspaper, The SuperYacht Times.

    https://www.superyachttimes.com
  • Bay of Islands Marina - GOLD SPONSOR

    Famed for its beauty, marine life and quality sailing, the Bay of Islands in the north of New Zealand is a renowned playground for discerning yachties. Bay of Islands Marina is a full service, 400-berth gateway to this special place which has undergone an extensive expansion recently. The addition of 150 berths has increased both the size and availability of its short and long term berth leases while an attentive onsite team ensures a smooth stay. ​

    https://www.bayofislandsmarina.co.nz/
  • Benetti - GOLD SPONSOR

    Established in 1873, Benetti is the oldest Italian shipyard, specialising in luxury yachts. Icons of timeless Italian style and excellence in construction, each yacht is unique, made to measure for the owner, with the quality, expertise and reliability of a shipyard that has built over 360 boats, which ‘sail the seven seas’ today in absolute safety. Benetti designs, builds and markets composite and aluminium yachts, from 29 to 45 metres; and steel and aluminium yachts from 45 to over 100 metres. In production facilities covering a total of 300,000 square meters, the best maritime technology is put to work to build a product designed to satisfy all market needs. Benetti is part of the Azimut/Benetti Group, the world’s largest privately owned yacht builder and a guarantee of continuity and financial stability, which has been led for 50 years now by founder and majority shareholder Paolo Vitelli.

    https://www.benettiyachts.it/
  • Smuggler Marine - GOLD SPONSOR

    Smuggler Marine builds world class fibreglass tenders and trailer boats. Smuggler RIBS, ranging from five to 11 metres grace the decks of many superyachts all over the world. There are over 20 models to choose from, while Smuggler Strata tenders are unique with the ability to make the tender to fit your boat. Captains or project managers can talk to us about particular space issues, colour schemes, stowage needs and all kinds of boarding requests

    https://smuggler.co.nz/
  • Southern Spars/North Sails - GOLD SPONSOR

    Southern Spars and North Sails combine to create the ultimate above deck package for your yacht. The two companies work together, using the same design and modelling software to ensure your sails and rig perform in sync, generating the maximum performance for your yacht. Southern Spars and North Sails have a long history of winning regattas and awards together for everything from grand prix yachts to superyachts

    http://www.nz.northsails.com/
  • COAST New Zealand - SILVER SPONSOR

    COAST New Zealand’s collections of luxury canvas and textiles are perennial favourites in the superyacht arena. Drawing inspiration from the rewards and challenges of life by the sea: products are simple, relaxing and beautiful, but rugged and unforgiving. The design process concentrates as much on materials and construction as on aesthetics and style, to ensure everything it makes is enduring and timeless. Coast represents relaxed luxury that is made for life.

    https://www.coastnewzealand.com/
  • ENL - SILVER SPONSOR

    Electronic Navigation Ltd (ENL) is New Zealand's premier marine electronics company. In New Zealand it is the distributor for quality electronic brands such as Furuno, KVH, Maretron and Hatteland. ENL is excited to be involved with the NZ Millennium Cup to showcase its New Zealand designed and manufactured Multibeam Sonar System – WASSP, and in particular WASSP W3 (Wireless). WASSP W3 is ideally suited to use when navigating in unknown waters or where marine charts lack sufficient detail, taking the risk out of the equation for superyacht captains. Installed in the tender or support vessel of a superyacht, the W3 uses a wireless link to send a real-time sea floor map back to the super yachts bridge system and display on a MaxSea navigation plotting platform - all in real-time.

    https://enl.co.nz/
  • Breed Media - SILVER SPONSOR

    We’re really excited to be joining the 2016 Millennium Cup as sponsors. We love shooting this regatta and can’t wait to be back in the helicopter over the beautiful Bay of Islands. Since 2003, our team at Breed Media have photographed over 250 superyachts, working in locations all over the world, capturing media that is creative, innovative and inspiring. One agency. Complete peace of mind.

    http://www.breedmedia.com/
  • Euro City - SILVER SPONSOR

    Euro City was established in 2005 and many of our clients have been with us for generations, which speaks a lot for the care and customer service we consistently deliver. From the moment you walk into our showroom or service centre and long after your drive home – we’ll take care of you. It’s our culture, our history and of course our people who focus on delivering you the attention, service and respect that you deserve.

    https://eurocitymarine.co.nz/
  • VMG Clothing - SILVER SPONSOR

    Events Clothing has rebranded to VMG Clothing with new shareholder Brad Butterworth at the helm. For 30 years we’ve been pushing the limits to design innovative, high performance crew wear for the superyacht market.

    https://vmgclothing.com/
  • Power Equipment - FRIENDS OF THE INDUSTRY

    Incorporated in October 1990, Power Equipment is the exclusive authorised New Zealand, Australian and South Pacific Distributor of Yanmar Marine and Industrial diesel engines. Power Equipment (NZ) has achieved an enviable reputation as a reputable supplier and servicer of diesel engines, through our dealer and branch network

    https://www.powerequipment.co.nz/
  • Attest Marine - FRIENDS OF THE INDUSTRY

    Our directors are experienced electrical design engineers, inspectors, electricians, and programmers - with a proven track record derived from 40 years combined experience in the electrical industry. We bring high standards of professionalism, workmanship, and communication to everything we do. We seek perfection when carrying out any task, and this attitude translates to a pleasant experience with a high degree of satisfaction when you have Attest work for you.

    https://attestmarine.com
  • Coppercoat - FRIENDS OF THE INDUSTRY

    Coppercoat’s award winning, multi-season antifoul coating, is internationally proven on 70,000 vessels. Made from 100%-pure recycled copper suspended in solvent-free epoxy; it is recognised as the world’s most environmentally responsible underwater coating. Coppercoat outperforms others for speed, durability, absence of air and water pollutants and life-cycle costs, regardless of operating profile or hull region. The Coppercoat range of products is now available in New Zealand.

    http://www.coppercoatpacific.com/
  • Elite Marine Design - FRIENDS OF THE INDUSTRY

    Designers of bespoke custom motor yachts to the client’s requirements, which are aesthetically-pleasing, functional, seaworthy and practical.

    https://www.elitemarine.co.nz/
  • Superyacht Services Guide - FRIENDS OF THE INDUSTRY

    The Superyacht Services Guide is the go-to guide and online directory for superyachts and the yachting industry, listing recommended services and events in destinations around the world. We save senior crew and yachts time, money and energy, only listing trusted services endorsed by other captains and senior crew. With 18 years of credibility, five regional guides, and an experienced, knowledgeable team, this is an inside guide - researched and written by those within the industry.

    https://www.superyachtservicesguide.com/
  • Holton Marine - FRIENDS OF THE INDUSTRY

    Holton Marine provides a one stop service for launch, ship and super yacht maintenance and repair at Orams Marine Village, Westhaven, Auckland, New Zealand. Our services include: Alustar welding (ABS, Lloyds, BV); 5083 welding (ABS, Lloyds, BV); steel welding (ABS, Lloyds, BV); copper nickel welding and supply; SAF 2205 welding; 2RK65 spray rings; importer of 5083 round bar and pipe; decorative stainless steel and general marine maintenance/fitting.

    https://www.holtonmarine.com/
  • Gurit - FRIENDS OF THE INDUSTRY

    Having made its name in the high-end race boat market over 30 years ago, Gurit now supplies the full spectrum of marine projects worldwide with advanced composite materials and engineering services for lightweight, durable and sustainable structures. Production boats focusing on manufacturing efficiencies, superyachts with unique design features, commercial and military vessels requiring robust yet low weight construction, as well as current race yacht programmes looking for cutting edge performance, are all benefiting from Gurit’s complete composite solution.

    http://gurit.com
  • Hancocks

    Mount Gay Rum and Allan Scott Family Winemakers have been proud supporters of the NZ Millennium Cup since 2012.

    Allan Scott Family Winemakers
    We’re a Kiwi family-operated business who are passionate about our product and ensuring you have a memorable experience with each wine, whatever your taste. The Scott name is on the bottle, so our family stands behind everything we make. The wine selection is made by us on our premises, so we can be sure that what ends up on your table is always top notch.

    Mount Gay Rum
    Mount Gay Rum has been produced on Barbados with passion and excellence since 1703 - making it the world’s oldest rum brand. For over three centuries, Mount Gay Rum has been intimately linked to the sailing world. From 17th century navigation to present-day regattas, Mount Gay is for all of those who love the sea.

    https://www.hancocks.co.nz/