Incident response

Currently there are no major incidents we are responding to.

Now’s the perfect time to get prepared to head out on the water

Friday, 29 September 2023

When planning a trip on the water, safety starts at home, and now is the perfect time to make your checks before a busy few months on the water.

Recreational boating

Maritime NZ completes its investigation into fatal capsizing of the i-Catcher

Thursday, 21 September 2023

Following a comprehensive investigation into the capsizing of the i-Catcher south of Kaikoura in September 2022, Maritime NZ’s investigation into potential prosecution following the incident is now complete.

Commercial operations Health and safety Incidents, investigations and prosecutions TAIC recommendations

Multiple watchkeeping related failures identified in 2020 vessel grounding

Wednesday, 30 August 2023

The dangers of watchkeeping failures are being yet again highlighted following the 2020 grounding of a commercial vessel.

Health and safety Commercial operations Incidents, investigations and prosecutions