New Zealand Powerboat Federation Organisation Profile

In 2002 a group of power boat racing administrators representing five codes formed the New Zealand Power Boat Federation Inc. The objects were to create a parent body that offered membership to any organisation that organises, rules upon and/or manages any form of competitive power boating or related water based sport in New Zealand.

The Federation is the acknowledged National Authority for powerboat racing in New Zealand and as such is this country's member to the Union International Motonautique (UIM). The UIM, based in Monaco, is the world governing body for all forms of powerboat racing. They administer the international rules and also allocate and preside over all World Championship events.
The Federation is also recognised by Sport and Recreation New Zealand (SPARC) and as such the Federation receives funding for specific purposes on behalf of its members.