2026 is shaping up to be a goodie, and we want to share what’s new, what’s happening and what to keep an eye out for.
The Console is here!
We’ve been working hard to bring our new HC Console model to market, and we’re proud it sticks to the same ethos as every OC Tender: lightweight, efficient and easy to handle.
- Lightweight – the console itself is only 1.6kg. A full OC350FC with a 15hp electric start comes in at around 120kg all up.
- Balanced – the console sits slightly forward, so the tender trims evenly as soon as you hop on. No dragging the stern.
- Efficient – it planes two adults on a 15hp Suzuki four-stroke with ease.
- Easy to handle – light enough that Karin can carry the display model on her own, and beaching it is a breeze.
- Flexible seating – choose a bench with a cushion, or a bench with two removable folding seats.
- Plenty of space – still loads of room both at the stern and forward of the console.
When can you order?
Right now, if you’re in New Zealand. It’s not live on the website yet, so newsletter followers get first option. If you’re overseas, we expect to start shipping around May/June, in time for the Sanctuary Cove Boat Show in Australia.
Tenders are sold without engines, so you can source one locally and work alongside a mechanic near you who can service it going forward. We’ll also put together an installation video with our recommendations.
2026 boat shows
We’ll be at a full calendar of shows this year:
- Auckland, NZ – 5 to 8 March
- Gold Coast, Australia (Sanctuary Cove) – 21 to 24 May
- Annapolis, USA – October
- La Grande Motte, France – Multihull Boat Show, our first time exhibiting
- Bosphorus Boat Show, Turkey – with our partner Ozsay Group, who reported a great response earlier this year
Community shoutouts
We love keeping up with the OC family on the water: Sailing La Vagabonde’s OC330FC after years of adventures together, @John_John_Florence gearing up for a new YouTube series, our long-time partners at Oyster Yachts, and @sv.jubel who are picking up their new HH44 this year after 8 years cruising their Gulfstar 44.
Here’s to a big year ahead, on the water with all of you.
