A place for industry to gather 

The NZ Millennium Cup is designed to profile New Zealand as a luxury travel destination, showcase the New Zealand marine industry and align sponsors with a world class event; guaranteeing global exposure to the influential superyacht market. Global reach, television, digital & print coverage and exposure through key luxury publications is achieved year on year with reach for the  NZ Millennium Cup often exceeding more than 33 million people.

Sponsorship applications are now open for the 2020 event, and we welcome you to contact Stacey on info@millenniumcup.com or +64 21 818 922 should you have any queries. 
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2021 sponsors 

​Platinum sponsor

​Orams Marine
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.

Royal Huisman
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.

Media sponsors

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.
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Ocean Media
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.

Gold sponsors 

Smuggler Marine
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

Doyle Sails 
The Doyle brand stands for global leadership in high performance sails as well as having a reputation for being proven innovators with new technology. No other sailmaker works as hard to satisfy the unique needs to every client, from the day sailors to the superyachts, and every boat in between. If you're looking to win races, cruise confidently, or just enjoy your boat more, you can rely on Doyle.

Bay of Islands Marina 
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. ​​

Benetti
​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.

Silver sponsors

Southern Spars/North Sails
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

COAST New Zealand 
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. ​

Breed Media
We’re really excited to be joining the 2020 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.

ENL
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.

Events Clothing 
Events Clothing specialises in the design, manufacture and supply of high quality crew uniforms to superyachts and motoryachts throughout the world. Offering both stock (off the shelf) and bespoke (custom made to order) ranges of apparel; the company currently services and supplies more than 500 superyachts world-wide.

Friends of the industry

Holton Marine 
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.​

Attest Marine 
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.

Blue Marine Travel
Blue Marine Travel Ltd is a privately owned marine travel consultancy based in the UK and with a New Zealand office in Mount Maunganui. Blue Marine Travel holds IATA accreditation and handles both corporate and marine travel. Established in 2004, its many years of experience allows it to provide a personalised service to clients and travellers, delivering efficiency and value. Its stability and confidence is demonstrated through attention to detail and  personal service.

​Power Equipment 
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

Nautica Shipping & Logistics
Nautica Shipping & Logistics Ltd caters to the requirements of both importers and exporters, providing an extensive range of shipping services, from all-inclusive door-to-door shipping packages to consultancy advice. Specialising in the marine industry, we pride ourselves on tailoring every job to meet our customers’ requirements. With exceptional customer service and loyalty, our customers can trust that we will get the job done right, first time.
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Robinson Interiors
Robinson Interiors is a company with the sole focus of manufacturing and fitting bespoke interiors for yachts and special projects. Using the latest technology in CAD design and manufacturing processes, ROBINSON can integrate the interior envelope of the most complex large motor or sailing yacht interiors into a yet to be built aluminum, steel or composite structure.

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

Coppercoat 
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.

Eagles Nest
This multi-award winning New Zealand luxury hotel & retreat is set within a 75 acre estate atop its own private ridgeline offering spectacular views of the Bay of Islands. Designed and furnished in an eclectic international contemporary style, where gardens and lodgings blend into the natural topography and foliage.
​Unlike so many New Zealand luxury hotels, Eagles Nest at Russell in the Bay of Islands also offers the services of its own resident personal trainer and spa therapists ensuring the most indulgent of stays.

Superyacht Galapagos
Superyacht Galapagos was the first private yacht agency in the Galapagos and started the regulated visit of yachts and sailboats to Galapagos. The team believes that coming to the South Pacific, and especially to the Galapagos Islands, is a unique experience, discovering a different place, appreciating and enjoying nature to its highest degree of biodiversity in this unique World Heritage site.

Superyacht Services Guide
The ultimate superyacht directory, where you can find thousands of services & suppliers you can trust in ports & marinas all over the world - all recommended and endorsed by superyacht captains and crew. Seven regional guides, in print, digital and online, with 18 years of industry credibility and trust.

Suppliers 

Mount Gay Rum
Every great story begins with a time and a place. For Mount Gay Rum that time and place is the Caribbean Island of Barbados in 1703. Rum, originally called “Kill-Devil” by the Barbadians who first distilled it, is truly a product of the island. The abundance of molasses combined with the culinary ingenuity of early settlers and, of course, their legendary thirst for alcohol lead to this unique discovery in the production of spirits. ​

Allan Scott Wines 
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.