Explorer NZ is a New Zealand based boat manufacturing company in its second decade of operation.

Explorer NZ uses innovation and leading edge technology to produce safe and environmentally efficient products in the following application areas:

Mini Jetsprint 

3.2 metre 107Hp Waterjet

3.2 metre 107Hp Waterjet

We manufacture a 3.2metre, 2 seater, mini jetsprint craft, ideal for father son racing. This easy to store, tow and maneuver craft is ideal for watersports. 

Recreational RIBs

3.8 metre 105Hp/138Hp Waterjet

2.9 metre 93Hp/115Hp Waterjet

We manufacture recreational RIB craft in sizes from 2.9 metres to 8.3 metres powered by outboard motors or inboard waterjets. For the small (<4.3m) inboard waterjets we have exclusive supply of Panther waterjet propulsion units.

Within the range a number of models have been specifically designed and built within the weight and size constraints of specific yachts tender systems eg a 2.9 metre waterjet tender to fit within the constraints of the Maritimo Locker.

5.5 metre Outboard

4.2 metre Outboard

Commerical RIBs

10 metre 600Hp Waterjet Troop Carrier

5.5 metre 200Hp/240Hp Waterjet Rescue Craft

Explorer NZ's design and manufacturing expertise comes from a long association with providing high speed purpose built commercial and military RIB craft.

The most recent innovation has been the delivery of a 5.5 metre high speed lightweight coast guard jet craft designed to operate in rough conditions and be airlifted.

OEM, Retube and Repair Services

Sealegs with Explorer NZ hypalon tubes

Explorer NZ also offers OEM, retube and repair services for any RIB or Inflatable brand in either Hypalon or PVC. 

Explorer NZ is the current outsource tube manufacturer for all Sealegs International craft. This enables us to offer a unique 'factory direct quality' retube or repair service for Sealegs craft.

Given this business, Explorer has a number of experienced and expert tube technicians as permanent staff. This skill combined with rigorous QA processes ensures that Explorer provides a manufacturer level of quality to the retube for RIBs of any brand.