New Zealand’s pre-eminent boat builders
At Q-West Boat Builders, we combine passion, design and technology together with the highest quality manufacturing and project management to result in vessels that exceed expectations and are performance-driven.
NZ team producing world class results
Manufacturing Excellence in Alloy
From our base in Whanganui, New Zealand, which provides an ideal environment for us to produce and test the boats we build, we deliver and our clients will testify to that. Q-West is dedicated to manufacturing the highest quality vessels and exceeding the expectations of a global market. Q-West is more than a manufacturing business which specialises in steel and aluminium marine construction. It has grown on the back of the strategy of quality, building the best and tailoring every inch of the boats we build to our customers’ requirements.
Reputation
Building Trust
We know that reputation is based on trust, that’s why we commit ourselves to you and your vision to see it achieved on time and on budget.
Leading
Technology
Our powerful combination of Lean manufacturing, project excellence and technical expertise has established the company as a recognised manufacturer of market leading and cutting edge craft which can be found throughout the world.
100%
Success rate
Our customers have confidence and trust that Q-West will deliver every time to the highest quality – because that’s what we do. We look forward to you experiencing that for yourself.
Dream Team
World Class Support
Our hard earned reputation for innovation and quality has seen our work recognised via awards and, most important of all, happy customers. We have a strategic plan which sees us continuing to grow, deliver and be the best .
Regional team producing world class results
Only expert craftsmanship will do in producing world-class results. We have the right team working on your behalf to see the vision come to life. They are passionate, loyal and committed to exceeding your expectations.
Recent Builds
TECT RESCUE
TECT Rescue is a 14.8m search and rescue catamaran constructed for Tauranga Volunteer Coastguard Association Incorporated. The state-of-the-art craft is equipped with enhanced capabilities for sea rescues, and is larger and swifter than their current vessel. This is the first vessel constructed for this client.
MAHINA
Mahina is an 18.6m high-speed catamaran constructed as a pleasure craft for a private client. The vessel has a high-end finish both internally and externally. This is the first vessel constructed for this client.
TE KAIHŌPARA
Te Kaihōpara was constructed for The University of Auckland. The primary role of the craft is for research, survey and educational missions, led by the University of Auckland’s Institute of Marine Science, based in Leigh. This is the first vessel constructed for this client.
Our Clients
Just some of the people we have had the privelage working with
What our clients say
Blog
Vessel News
VP01
Building on their obvious satisfaction with the success of their last acquisition from Q-West, Victoria’s Water Police have come back for another. Same designer, same yard.
HAWK V
January 26 2018 was International Customs Day, and was considered a suitable day for Q-West Boat Builders to officially handover to New Zealand Customs Service their newest vessel the 18.6 metre Teknicraft-designed Hawk V.
HAWK V
Q-West has delivered another prime Teknicraft-designed, Scania driven, Hamilton Jet-powered patrol vessel.
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If you are looking for a boat builder with experience and proven systems, contact Q-West for a competitive proposal for your next vessel.
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