Dtwo

I have been in touch with YNZ, they don't seem to be actively lobbying on our behalf but did suggest "anecdotally" that there may be a review going on at MNZ. Lets hope that someone can rein them in a little!

Professional Skipper have been spewing about this for some time, as you are probably aware. Would it be worthwhile reaching out to them Island Time? I asked a friend at YNZ and he forwarded my email to Angus Wilson, who is listed as Safety and Technical Officer.

The British SSR is the best by far I think, the biggest problem is that you need a permanent address in the UK.

Good question. I might forward that email to them and see if anyone is awake. D2

The thing that really rips my reacher is the fees increase. See: http://www.maritimenz.govt.nz/Commercial/Ship-registration/Ship-registration-fees-Part-A-and-B.asp How in (insert omnipotent being's name here)'s name do they justify that scale of increase? What do you get for $920 ? An A4 sized laminated piece of paper. I did the sums when I wrote and complained to Parliament in February. My email is below. Angry D2. "I have a yacht and intend to sail overseas with my partner. Although not compulsory, it is considered wise to register your vessel in your home country. Ther