Auckland’s ‘game-changing’ electric hydrofoil boat

Auckland hosted the New Zealand debut of the Candela C-8, described as the “world’s best-selling electric hydrofoil boat”. The C-8 was showcased the “cutting-edge technology” behind New Zealand’s first electric foiling ferry, which Candela is set to deliver. Ferries contribute significantly to Auckland’s transport emissions — something Candela says its technology can help mitigate. TheContinueContinue reading “Auckland’s ‘game-changing’ electric hydrofoil boat”

WHAT’S IN STORE FOR HERA: 2024, THE YEAR TO AMPLIFY INNOVATION

By Dr Troy Coyle, CEO, HERA As the new year steps into gear, I am reflecting on some highlights of 2023 and how these lead into exciting projects as we expand our capabilities further in the next 12 months. Last year, we initiated and built upon world-leading research programmes which reinforce HERA’s and Aotearoa NewContinueContinue reading “WHAT’S IN STORE FOR HERA: 2024, THE YEAR TO AMPLIFY INNOVATION”

OVERTUBE: A GREAT PLAN OR AN ENGINEERING ABOMINATION FOR AUCKLAND?

Auckland Mayoral Candidate Ryan Pausina has designed a theoretical extruded tube as a potential solution for a second bridge crossing. Pausina has become interested in the engineering issues faced by Auckland and has felt a second crossing is one thing that is missing. He says he also understands the process of wealth loss heading outContinueContinue reading “OVERTUBE: A GREAT PLAN OR AN ENGINEERING ABOMINATION FOR AUCKLAND?”