Articles tagged with Maritime New Zealand
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Jonathan Moore Appointed to Maritime NZ Board with Extensive Maritime Expertise
02 Sep 2026 | 6 days ago | 156 viewsAssociate Transport Minister James Meager announced Jonathan Moore's appointment to the Maritime New Zealand board for a one-year term, joining five other members. Moore brings extensive maritime industry experience, including roles as a senior leader, master mariner, harbourmaster, and former Chief Executive of Northport. His expertise in maritime safety, port operations, and leadership is expected to enhance Maritime NZ’s oversight and complement the board’s existing skills.
Tags: James Meager Jonathan Moore Maritime New Zealand Northport Associate Transport Minister merchant navy marine consultant harbourmaster port industry maritime safetyKiwi Heroes Honored at NZSAR Awards for Exceptional Search and Rescue Efforts
23 Jun 2026 | 2 months ago | 449 viewsThe New Zealand Search and Rescue (NZSAR) Awards, hosted by Associate Transport Minister James Meager, recognized exceptional skill, teamwork, and dedication in search and rescue efforts through three Gold Awards and seven Certificates of Achievement. The awards highlighted both recent courageous operations, such as the intensive search for missing tourist Hector Gaston Artigau, and long-term contributions from individuals like Keith Allen and Carolyn Tapley. Mr Meager emphasized the challenging nature of New Zealand’s vast search and rescue region and praised the recipients for their professionalism, passion, and selfless commitment to public safety.
Tags: James Meager Hector Gaston Artigau Keith Allen Carolyn Tapley NZSAR New Zealand Search and Rescue Operation Artigau Coastguard Canterbury Maritime New Zealand Wānaka search and rescueMaritime NZ Announces New Chair Kevin Short and Deputy Chair Charles Finny
26 May 2026 | 3 months ago | 652 viewsAssociate Transport Minister James Meager announced new appointments to Maritime New Zealand's board, with Kevin Short becoming Chair and Charles Finny appointed Deputy Chair starting 1 July 2026. New members Charles Finny and Belinda Clark bring extensive governance, regulatory, and maritime experience to the board. Dame Jo Brosnahan, who has served as Chair since 2018, will conclude her term on 30 June 2026 and was acknowledged for her dedicated service during a challenging period.
Tags: James Meager Kevin Short Charles Finny Belinda Clark Dame Jo Brosnahan Maritime New Zealand Associate Transport Minister Chair Deputy Chair Board appointmentsLargest maritime navigation system upgrade in decades
19 Jun 2025 | 1 year ago | 2140 viewsThe Government is making New Zealand more attractive to international shipping lines with the first major investment in navigation services in more than 30 years. Land Information Minister Chris Penk says the $28. 6 million Budget 2025 funding secures the future of shipping, tourism and the maritime economy – highlighting the Government's commitment to back economic growth.
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