PLATINUM SPONSORS

YACHTING DEVELOPMENTS

We are pleased to announce that award winning Yachting Developments has committed to Platinum sponsorship of the Millennium Cup for three consecutive years, commencing with the 2012 regatta.

Yachting Developments, based in Hobsonville, Auckland, and their team of 140 staff specialize in custom built Superyachts and Refits, with expertise in composite, metal and timber yachts. Yachting Developments recently re-launched the iconic J Class Endeavour after an 18month refit, an honor to all involved.

Ian Cook, Managing Director, says "Yachting Developments look forward to partnering in this annual event, and with Silvertip's confirmed entrance into the 2012 regatta, it's an exciting time to announce our participation."

ALLOY YACHTS

Alloy Yachts, one of the flagships of the NZ Marine Industry, has thrown its support behind the NZ Millennium Cup 2012. This will be the fifth NZ Millennium Cup that Alloy Yachts has been involved in. Alloy Yachts has been a major sponsor of the NZ Millennium Cup from its inception in the year, 2000.

Four out of the five entries so far have been built by Alloy Yachts.

Alloy Yacht customers enjoy their yachts as much as we enjoy creating them, that's why we encourage owners and their friends to join us in participating in events such as this. 

Tony Hambrook and his team invite you to join them at the NZ Millennium Cup 2012 in Auckland, New Zealand.

INTEGRATED MARINE GROUP

Integrated Marine Group offers a comprehensive range of services to Superyachts. Our two main functions are Refit & Repair and Yacht Support.

Integrated Marine Group specialises in Superyacht maintenance. We offer a complete range of services designed to meet the most demanding requirements of refit, repair and maintenance aboard superyachts and expedition vessels. We cover everything from routine repairs and maintenance, through to complex refits, and strive to optimise the client’s time and budget to best advantage.

Integrated Marine Group offers a unique and well resourced yacht support service to look after your every need. From our office in the heart of Auckland’s marina precinct, our flexible staff will happily respond to your requests. We can look after the many services and supplies a yacht might require, not just in New Zealand but throughout the Pacific and even globally.

Integrated Marine Group are proud to support the Millennium Cup regatta. We look forward to welcoming the fleet to Auckland and are confident it will be a spectacular event.

TOUCH OF SPICE

The Touch of Spice Group is New Zealand's leading concierge company providing a wide range of services to discerning clients.

We offer a wide array of services covering everything from tailor made New Zealand holidays, personal concierge requests, corporate retreats, private and corporate events and wedding planning; we also manage and market a luxury portfolio of Private Villas New Zealand wide.

The Touch of Spice Private Villa Collection features a portfolio of luxurious and opulent villas and retreats New Zealand wide as well as in Australia and Europe; the Touch of Spice Travel & Leisure division promotes bespoke and unique New Zealand wide experiences combined with luxury accommodation, partnered with a personal concierge service tailored specifically for visitors to Australasia; Touch of Spice Events provide unique and exclusive event solutions across New Zealand.

As New Zealand's leading concierge company we cater to corporate and private clients and are able to connect, locate, seek, source and supply. Touch of Spice can cater for any occurrence, from taking care of the smallest requests and the finest of details to managing the extravagant and opulent. Our specialist staff focus on meeting needs and desires 24/7.

EVENTS CLOTHING

Designing, manufacturing and supplying crew uniforms to Super Yachts around the globe Events Clothing is recognised as a leader in it's field. With international brands Line 7 and Musto the company not only supplies the best in 'off the shelf' marine apparel but also offers design and supply of bespoke uniforms.

With more than 20 years in business the company can boast an involvement with some of the world's most prestigious yachting events, race campaigns, luxurious super-yachts and internationally recognised companies.

Providing quality and stylish uniforms that enhance even the best looking crews.

Events Clothing is the official Clothing partner for the Millennium Cup 2012

DOYLE SAILMAKERS NEW ZEALAND LTD.

Leading the fleet in the design and manufacture of quality sails, it is no coincidence that Doyle sails are aboard many of the world's most spectacular yachts.

Doyle Sails' reputation for impeccable attention to engineering detail and high quality construction utilizing the latest technologies ensure that your sails will not let you down.

Doyle sails NZ is 100% New Zealand owned and operated by 3 of the most well known names in yachting Chris McMaster, Richard Bouzaid and Mike Sanderson.

This team also owns the Stratis membrane technology that is manufactured in house and distributed throughout the world by the 65 Doyle Sailmaking facilities.

In addition to sailmaking Doyle Sails New Zealand also manufactures a full range of marine covers and upholstery for yachts and powerboats – from the largest superyacht to the harbour sailor.

DUBOIS

Dubois, founded in 1977, has been at the centre of world yacht design for many years. Renowned for our naval architecture, we now also specialise in the charter, sale and purchase of Dubois-designed yachts.

Our award-winning designs are famed for their ability to marry seaworthiness with grace, form with function and performance with beauty.

There are now over 55 Dubois-designed superyachts on the water, a further 9 currently under construction and many more going through the design stages. This year, we are set to see the launch of two more designs, one motor and one sailing yacht, both from a New Zealand builder.

We are delighted to be supporting the 2012 NZ Millennium Cup. With three Dubois-designed yachts already confirmed for participation, spanning 10 years of design development, we're very much looking forward to this exciting event.

SMUGGLER MARINE

Smuggler Marine build Smuggler Strata RIBs, ranging in size from 4 - 14 metres. Using a unique system, tenders can be custom built to suit tender wells and fitted out to owner's requirements. They are powered by either inboard jet, sternleg or outboard. The fibreglass hull and console provides a classy yet practical finish. These RIBs are renowned for their superior handling and smooth ride. They would compliment any Superyacht. Many Dubois yacht owners have chosen Smuggler Strata tenders.Smuggler Marine also build fibreglass trailer boats.

FITZROY YACHTS

Fitzroy Yachts is world renowned for its quality, craftsmanship, and personal service. Our yachts have been recognised internationally. Salperton III (now Artemis) was the winner in it's class at both the 2008 World Superyacht Awards and the Showboats International Awards. Inmocean was a finalist in 2009, Salperton IV won Best Exterior Design & Styling at the 2010 Showboats Design Awards and most recently Zefira collected five major awards, making her 2011's most successful yacht - Sailing Yacht of the Year, along with best Sailing Yacht over 45m, at the 2011 World Superyacht Awards, two awards at the Showboats International Awards in Ft Lauderdale, plus a prestigious Nautical Design Award from the Italian Association of Industrial Design.

We do all this from New Plymouth, New Zealand. It may be the last place you would expect a world-class superyacht to come from. Then again, dare we say, maybe it should be the first.

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AUCKLAND'S THRIVING MARINE INDUSTRY IS BUILT ON TALENT, SKILLS AND A WORLD-RENOWNED REPUTATION FOR QUALITY

Auckland's success owes much to a series of unique advantages – amazing coastlines, a sheltered gulf peppered with stunning islands, three harbours and the largest marina in the southern hemisphere. No wonder Auckland is the hub of New Zealand's marine industry and a centre of extraordinary innovation.

The craftsmanship and expertise Auckland is known for are sought out internationally. Especially in high-end niches demanding bespoke work, like superyachts, racing yachts and commercial work boats.

Significant sector

On the basis of turnover – 60 per cent of New Zealand's marine industry is based within a 20km radius of Auckland. Auckland's marine sector is highly export-oriented, with around 60 per cent of output going overseas.

The sector employs more than 10,000 people nationally, 50 per cent in boat building and 50 per cent in marine equipment and services.

Auckland is also the base for the NZ Marine Industry Association, including the NZ Marine Export Group and the NZ Marine Industry Training Organisation – which is acknowledged internationally as a leader in marine industry trades training and education.

Auckland quick facts

- By 2020 Auckland's marine industry turnover is predicted to more than double to $2.5 billion, with superyacht production predicted to account for over $450 million. Exports are expected to triple.

- Major developments are planned at dedicated marine precincts located at the Yard 37 site north-west of the city, and the Wynyard Quarter in the CBD.

- The New Zealand Marine industry is investing heavily in training and apprenticeship programmes to future-proof Auckland's world-leading marine industry expertise.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT AUCKLAND'S MARINE SECTOR CONTACT :

Susan Milner – Marine Sector Specialist, Auckland Tourism, Events and Economic Development

Tel : +64 9 365 0527 email : susan.milner@aucklandnz.com Visit Investauckland.com

WATERFRONT AUCKLAND

Waterfront Auckland's is a council controlled organisation responsible for the planning, design and development of the central Auckland waterfront. As part of this we are expected to deliver high quality urban design/spaces for public use/activation.

Already we have delivered capital works that provide great amenity to the marine community with the opening in August 2011 of the Viaduct Events Centre (venue for the Boat Show in September), North wharf restaurants, Silo Park and the Wynyard Crossing pedestrian bridge as part of Stage 1 of Wynyard Quarter revitalisation. Other projects have been the refurbishment and future proofing of Queen's Wharf and the construction of the Cloud in time for Rugby World Cup 2011. Future projects include a cruise ship terminal on the wharf, the revitalisation of Quay Street and urban landscaping plans to transform two key streets in the Wynyard Quarter into linear parks.

Waterfront Auckland also acts as a major waterfront property owner and manager on behalf of the Auckland Council. As part of this we have a Marina division that looks after the management of Westhaven, Silo Park, Viaduct and the Landing (Okahu Bay) marinas. This role ensures we have a very close relationship with the marine industry, enhanced by the fact Wynyard Quarter, a key property asset for Waterfront Auckland, is also a major hub for marine services nationally. Our ties with the industry will only get stronger in the future, through the delivery of such projects as a major superyacht refit and servicing facility in the area.

We recognise growing New Zealand's world reknown marine industry is essential to realising the full potential the Auckland Waterfront holds and this is why we are proud to sponsor the 2012 Millennium Cup regatta.

YARD 37

Located at 37 degrees south, Yard 37 is a precinct dedicated exclusively to creating the world's best Superyachts. The driving force behind Yard 37's development is New Zealand's world renowned innovation, expertise and excellence in the marine sector.

Yard 37 is specifically designed for Superyacht manufacturers and refit service providers. Based just 20 km from Auckland's CBD and close to New Zealand's main arterial route, its generous 20 hectare site will encompass a mixture of marine shed space, mixed-use space and hardstand area to accommodate Superyachts up to 100 metres in length. Direct, deep water access to the Pacific Ocean via Auckland's Waitemata Harbour, and a ramp to launch and retrieve Superyachts are significant examples of some of Yard 37's many unique attributes.

Yard 37 is designed to be a boat-building community where complementary businesses work side by side and thrive. The Mayor of Auckland, Len Brown says "It's vital that we respond to the global demand for innovative, technologically advanced marine design and production and creating an environment in Yard 37 which New Zealand marine businesses can seize new opportunities and grow as a global success. I am delighted that Auckland Council is part of this wonderful journey – building Auckland's future as a place synonymous with great sailors in locally made state-of-the-art vessels.

NZ WINE

New Zealand is a world of pure discovery and nothing distils its essence more perfectly than a glass of New Zealand wine. Our special combination of soil, climate and water, our innovative pioneering spirit and our commitment to quality come together to deliver pure, intense and diverse wines.

Over the past 20 years New Zealand wine exports have grown nearly 24% each year. The wine industry is exponentially evolving yet by world standards New Zealand's production capacity is tiny - accounting for less than 1% of the world's wine. Although small in international terms, the New Zealand wine industry has carved out a strong niche based on distinctive flavours, innovative winemaking, and a reputation for quality.

New Zealand Wine is proud to support the NZ Millennium Cup.

COASTGUARD AUCKLAND

Coastguard Auckland is a Charitable Society run by a group of highly dedicated and skilled volunteers who are dependent upon community support for the funding they require to continue to operate and deliver a wealth of services to the boating public.

Their reason for being is simple “To Save Lives At Sea”.

Coastguard Auckland provides a Search and Rescue service 7/365 and continues to develop initiatives that further enhance safety on the water, making the recreational boating experience safer and more enjoyable for everyone.

Coastguard Auckland will be providing on the water support during the Millennium Cup regatta and proceeds from the charity auction at the gala evening held on Kawau Island during the event will go to Coastguard Auckland.