World Class Pontoons Available in New Zealand
Poralu Marine Continues to Set the Standard at World-Class Rowing Venues
Athletes competing at the 2026 World Rowing Cup in Lucerne may have noticed one of the venue's standout features – the exceptional pontoon system at the heart of the competition. Designed, manufactured, and installed by Poralu Marine, these state-of-the-art, environmentally friendly pontoons reflect the company's commitment to innovation, performance and sustainability.
The Lucerne installation marks another significant milestone for Poralu Marine, reinforcing its reputation as the world's leading manufacturer of rowing pontoons. The company's portfolio includes some of the sport's most iconic competitions, including the Paris 2024 and London 2012 Olympic Games.
Closer to home, Poralu Marine's expertise is also showcased across Australasia. Poralu pontoons are installed at internationally recognised rowing venues, including the Sydney International Regatta Centre and Champion Lakes in Perth, further demonstrating their trusted reputation for delivering world-class infrastructure.
Poralu Pontoons in New Zealand
As of 2026, Poralu Marine's world-class pontoon infrastructure is available to clubs, schools and organisations throughout New Zealand. As Poralu Marine's local agent, Aotearoa Boat Company works closely with Poralu and their customers to guide them through every stage of the process.
Whether your project involves a simple pontoon for a local waterway or a large-scale installation with complex environmental and regulatory requirements, no project is too small or too large. Backed by decades of international experience, Poralu Marine provides a complete end-to-end solution, managing every stage of the project from the initial feasibility study and design through to manufacture, installation and final commissioning on the water.
A Global Leader in Floating Infrastructure
For over 40 years, Poralu has been designing and delivering premium floating infrastructure that is built to last.
Manufactured using high-quality marine-grade materials and proven in a wide range of environmental conditions, Poralu pontoons offer outstanding durability, long-term performance and low maintenance requirements. Designed with an 180 mm freeboard that complies with New Zealand standards and a high stability 30-year design life.
As severe weather events become increasingly common across New Zealand, Poralu Marine also offers flood-resistant pontoon systems designed for waterways prone to flooding. These innovative solutions are engineered to withstand extreme flood conditions, providing greater resilience and reliability for rowing, paddling and other waterfront facilities.
Designed with the Environment in Mind
Poralu Marine's EcoStyle decking has been developed to minimise the environmental impact of floating infrastructure without compromising performance. The EcoStyle decking is 100% recyclable and allows sunlight to pass through the pontoon, helping to maintain the natural aquatic environment beneath.
Environmental performance continues to be a key focus for Poralu Marine. Through ongoing investment in research and development, the company is continually refining its products and exploring new ways to reduce their impact throughout their lifecycle.
In 2019, Poralu Marine undertook a comprehensive Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of its pontoon systems. The assessment reinforced the importance of end-of-life recycling and identified further opportunities to improve product design. Today, Poralu continues to develop practical solutions that reduce environmental impact, including bio-based materials, recyclable components, anchoring systems designed to minimise seabed disturbance, waste and wastewater collection systems, and pontoon designs that accommodate day-to-day and future sea water levels.
Interested in a Pontoon?
Contact Aotearoa Boat Company today to learn more about Poralu Marine and get your pontoon project underway with a zero obligation initial assessment.
