MAST Academy's 2024 Graduation celebrated top apprentices, inspiring leaders & award winners shaping NZ's marine industry future.

We’re excited to announce that our Pre-Trade courses are kicking off in late April 2025, with the next intake following in June 2025.

MAST Academy is excited to announce the upcoming 2025 start dates for our Business and Leadership courses.

Chris Bruwer, a marine tech and jetski racer, champions innovation, reducing weight for speed, and teamwork, proving wins start in the works

Richard Simonsen thrives at Canvasland, mastering diverse skills from installations to leadership, with a focus on teamwork and balance.

Rayglass invests in leadership training to equip staff for growth, teamwork, and preparing future leaders for the expanding company

Ethan Holland's journey from apprentice to GM at Makaira Boats showcases leadership through dedication, teamwork, and continuous improvement

Q-West Boat Builders leads NZ’s marine industry with innovation, electric-hybrid ferries, and a strong focus on apprentice training.

MAST Academy contributes to the redesign of New Zealand’s vocational education and training system

Brothers Josh and Arnie Vogels are excelling as part of Emirates Team NZ’s boatbuilding crew, sharing a passion for high-level craftsmanship

Barry Upokomanu turned his love for the outdoors into a career at Gulf Harbour Marina, completing a boatyard apprenticeship.