The story so far

Innovation, team work and tenacity have always been at the heart of Emirates Team New Zealand over their 35 year history.

Applied reason

The tense wait is over for foreign America’s Cup personnel trying to enter the host nation as the New Zealand government finally grants them permission.

Performance edge

Pete Melvin of design powerhouse Morrelli & Melvin may be sitting out this America’s Cup cycle, but he is still keeping an eye on developments while working on several go-fast designs.

Time sensitive

With timetables squeezed on the water and in the shed ahead of the first scheduled racing in December, time has become a precious commodity for both Emirates Team New Zealand and the challenger syndicates.

Plan of action

Emirates Team New Zealand have reached an agreement in principle between the New Zealand Government and Auckland Council on a final plan for the America’s Cup Base.