Yanmar is taking sailing into the future with the introduction of the E-Sail Drive – a cutting-edge propulsion system that combines innovation, efficiency, and sustainability. This groundbreaking technology is set to redefine how we approach marine travel, offering a seamless integration of electric power with the trusted reliability of Yanmar engineering.

YANMAR Marine International (YMI) is delighted to announce that its groundbreaking E-Saildrive SDe 48v series has received two prestigious DAME Design Awards in the ‘Propulsion & Dynamics’ and ‘Environmental’ categories.

The GORI Hybrid Propeller is coming in 2025. The first folding propeller that allows the sailor to switch between sailing performance and regeneration modes. This revolutionary folding propeller is designed to deliver unparalleled flexibility and performance, making it a perfect choice for sailors who demand both speed and sustainability.

Black Cat Cruises has established itself as a top eco-tourism operator in Canterbury. Operating out of Akaroa, their fleet now includes the impressive Black Pearl, a 17-meter Teknicraft-designed catamaran powered by twin Yanmar 6CXBM-GT engines. Don’t miss the feature article in Skipper Magazine!

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Power Equipment has been working alongside Steelbro to provide an efficient power solution for their sidelifter trailers. A couple of weeks ago, we conducted final engine application testing on our 4TNV98 engine, which will supply the hydraulic power needed for their trailers. A great company and project to be involved with!

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Another successful Dealer training session at the top of the South Island at Seafarer Marine engineerings new premises in Beach Road Waikawa. Sam and the team were great hosts and have a number of Yanmar Engines in the showroom we utilized for training.

Explore Group is one of New Zealand’s most well-recognised tourism brands. We caught up with Will Goodfellow, General Manager of Explore Group, to see why Yanmar is Explore Group’s first choice for marine power.

Established in 1986 by Sam Dorotich, South Auckland Boat Repairs (SABR) has a rich history rooted in a passion for boats and the marine industry.

While diesel engines offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, petrol engines offer lower upfront costs and greater agility. We take you through the options.

Behind K2 Marine are Kelvin and Amos Kay, a father and son team with a deep-rooted passion for boating. Together they’ve created K2 Marine’s most popular model, the Wright 52 Power Catamaran available in both sedan and flybridge layouts. We caught up with Amos to talk about their choice of Yanmar power.