The South Pacific's premier superyacht regatta
Organised by the NZ Marine Export Group and a dedicated committee of some of New Zealand's most pre-eminent superyacht industry figures, the NZ Millennium Cup is a celebration of good racing, great cruising grounds and exceptional hospitality.
Drawing attention to New Zealand’s beautiful cruising grounds, skilled workforce and innovative industry, we’re looking forward to delivering an event which showcases the best of our superyacht sector in a relaxed, recognisably-Kiwi style. A key focus of the regatta is to encourage extended cruising within the country, and the committee works closely with the wider industry to ensure yachts are aware of the diversity New Zealand waters present, as well as the opportunity for world-leading refit and repair services. The next editions will be raced on 29th January – 1st February 2020 and 15th – 18th February 2021; subject to change.
Drawing attention to New Zealand’s beautiful cruising grounds, skilled workforce and innovative industry, we’re looking forward to delivering an event which showcases the best of our superyacht sector in a relaxed, recognisably-Kiwi style. A key focus of the regatta is to encourage extended cruising within the country, and the committee works closely with the wider industry to ensure yachts are aware of the diversity New Zealand waters present, as well as the opportunity for world-leading refit and repair services. The next editions will be raced on 29th January – 1st February 2020 and 15th – 18th February 2021; subject to change.
"We have raced the Millennium cup multiple times with Silvertip since its first edition in 2000, and won it twice. It is always a special event which deserves much more success. Racing in the Bay of Islands surrounded by a dolphin pod playing at the bow is always a treat. The organisation is flawless, the scenery second to none and the racing quite competitive. Any superyacht cruising in the Pacific should make a point doing the Mill Cup."
Owner, S/Y Silvertip.
Russell Boating Club
The Cup is raced under the auspices of Russell Boating Club
Russell Boating Club is located in scenic Matauwhi Bay, Russell. The club was established in 1971, and owns and maintains an approximate 100-year old boat building shed with local historic value as its clubhouse. The club has approximately 300 members and is an important local promoter of boating, both recreational and sport. In additional, the club serves as a social hub in the community for those with an interest in boating.
For 42 years, the Club has been organizing a “Tall Ships Regatta” in January of each year as its signature public event. The all-volunteer-based regatta draws close to 1000 people to participate in the day’s activities.
Russell Boating Club is located in scenic Matauwhi Bay, Russell. The club was established in 1971, and owns and maintains an approximate 100-year old boat building shed with local historic value as its clubhouse. The club has approximately 300 members and is an important local promoter of boating, both recreational and sport. In additional, the club serves as a social hub in the community for those with an interest in boating.
For 42 years, the Club has been organizing a “Tall Ships Regatta” in January of each year as its signature public event. The all-volunteer-based regatta draws close to 1000 people to participate in the day’s activities.
A superyacht regatta in one of the world's great natural playgrounds
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