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HamiltonJet New Zealand

Name: HamiltonJet New Zealand
Address: Gate 1 Lunns Road, Christchurch, 8140, NZ
Telephone: 03 9620505

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HamiltonJet New Zealand The company is also the authorised HamiltonJet waterjet distributor for New Zealand and the Pacific Islands.

Since 1953, when Sir William Hamilton built the first jet boat to travel up a shallow fast flowing river, the Hamilton name has been synonymous with high quality jet boats and waterjet propulsion in New Zealand and around the world. Today, Hamilton Waterjets are the preferred propulsion choice for recreational and commercial craft where high efficiency, reliability, outstanding manoeuvrability, shallow draft capability and low maintenance are key requirements. Hamilton Marine, a division of CWF Hamilton & Co, has been manufacturing recreational jet boats since 1960, and continues to produce a range of high quality jet boats out of its Christchurch factory.

01/11/2026

We're excited to be moving into our new home!

Officially opened by Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Finance Minister Nicola Willis MP last week, our new purpose-built facility doubles the footprint of our factory and gives us 3,500sqm of office space. It's opening marks an important milestone for HamiltonJet, bringing all our product and customer support functions together under one roof for the first time in our company’s history.

More than just a new building, this investment represents a significant step forward in how we operate, creating opportunities for greater collaboration, improved efficiency and an even better level of service for our customers.

We’re looking forward to the next chapter and the benefits this new facility will bring to both our existing and future customers.

30/10/2026

We’re looking forward to attending Interferry 2026!

As the global ferry industry continues to evolve, we’re excited to connect with customers, partners and industry colleagues to discuss the opportunities and challenges ahead, and how HamiltonJet can help shape the future of ferry propulsion.

If you’re attending, we’d love to catch up and explore how our waterjet technology can support your current and future projects.

See you at Interferry!

28/10/2026

A milestone day for HamiltonJet!

We welcomed Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Finance Minister Nicola Willis to officially open our expanded Christchurch facilities.

With a 50% increase in factory footprint and 3,500sqm of new office space, this is an investment in our future, planned with a 25–50 year outlook. We've doubled in size over the past eight years and have ambitions to do it again over the next eight.

It was also a fitting first official engagement for our newly appointed Chair, Sam Hamilton, the fourth generation of the Hamilton family to lead the business.

A proud day for our team and an exciting next chapter for HamiltonJet!

21/10/2026

Pilot boat operations demand more than speed. Crews need reliability, precise manoeuvrability and control, particularly when operating alongside larger vessels.

This 19.5m vessel is the first in a new series for Savannah Pilots Association, designed by Camarc Design and built by Snow & Company.

Twin HamiltonJet HTX52 waterjets are paired with AVX controls and JETanchor, giving the crew a highly responsive propulsion and control system for the demands of pilot boat operations. The vessel can carry seven pilots and two crew and reach a maximum speed of 35 knots.

For Savannah Pilots, it’s a solution designed around the job: getting pilots where they need to be, with the control and reliability crews need on the water.

18/10/2026

At the Port of Milford Haven, the UK's leading energy port, pilot boat crews run transfers around the clock on the exposed west coast of Wales. We joined the team as they trained on Llanion, their new 22 m pilot boat powered by twin HamiltonJet HTX52 waterjets, AVX controls with JETanchor.

"We've been operating twin propeller vessels or single prop vessels for decades. So the transition across to the jets is hugely important. We've made a huge investment in training to make sure from the very early stage we get people comfortable."
— Mike Ryan, Harbourmaster and Marine Director, Port of Milford Haven

Thanks to the Port of Milford Haven team for having us aboard.

15/10/2026

Four generations of Hamilton family leadership.

We’re pleased to announce the appointment of Sam Hamilton as Chairman of HamiltonJet, continuing a family legacy that began with his great-grandfather, Sir Bill Hamilton, in 1939. Sam succeeds his father, Mike Hamilton, who has chaired the Board since 2000 and remains involved as Governing Director.

Fittingly, the handover took place at Irishman Creek Station, where Bill Hamilton first established the business more than 80 years ago.

“HamiltonJet is a family business, and will remain that way. Bill built this company on resourcefulness, trustworthy engineering, resilience and looking after people. Those values have carried us for more than eighty years,” says Sam.

08/10/2026

07/10/2026

Transferring pilots on the busy and unpredictable Lower Mississippi River calls for precise control and manoeuvrability. Crews need to operate safely alongside deep-draft vessels.

That challenge is at the heart of two new pilot boats being built by Snow & Company for the Crescent River Port Pilots’ Association in New Orleans. Designed by Camarc Design, the 50-foot aluminium vessels will pair twin Volvo D13-800 engines with HamiltonJet twin HJ403 waterjets and AVX controls.

The propulsion and control system is designed to give crews the responsive manoeuvrability they need for safe boarding operations, while the vessel’s refined hull provides improved seakeeping, reduced slamming accelerations and enhanced fuel efficiency. With an expected running speed of 32 knots, these vessels aren’t simply designed to get pilots where they need to go quickly. They’re designed to help crews safely manage one of the most demanding parts of the job.

25/09/2026

Another 141X moving into fit out this week. This time in royal blue! This will be an absolute stunner!

22/09/2026

Introducing the 131X a new variation of the 131 with all new floor bearer construction, 50mm height added to the sides and 16 degree deadrise. This kit boat is awaiting pick up for fit out and on the water for plenty of smiles.

Address

Gate 1 Lunns Road
Christchurch
8140

Opening Hours

Monday	7:30am - 4pm
Tuesday	7:30am - 4pm
Wednesday	7:30am - 4pm
Thursday	7:30am - 4pm
Friday	7:30am - 4pm

Telephone

03 9620505

Website

https://www.hamiltonmarine.co.nz/

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