About
Midwest
Built Where the River Meets the Sea
At Midwest, we don't just build boats; we engineer your next great story on the water. Rooted in the heart of Whanganui, our team combines traditional craftsmanship with modern innovation to create vessels that are as resilient as they are refined.
Whether you're navigating the reaches of the Whanganui River or heading out for a blue-water adventure, a Midwest boat is built to handle the unique demands of New Zealand's waters with precision and pride.
Part of the Whanganui Boating Centre family, Midwest brings together decades of marine experience with the workshop, skills, and supplier relationships to deliver a truly custom vessel — built to your brief, on time, and to a standard you'll be proud of for decades.
Precision Engineering
Every weld and every rivet is executed to exact specification. We build boats that perform, not just boats that float.
New Zealand Waters
We know our environment. Our builds are designed specifically for the conditions New Zealand boaters face — river, coast, and open ocean.
Fully Custom
No two Midwest boats are the same. Every vessel is built around the owner's requirements — size, function, finish, and fit-out.
Built to Last
Marine-grade aluminium construction with proper finishing means your Midwest boat will serve you for decades.
Built by Whanganui Boating Centre
Midwest is the custom boat building arm of Whanganui Boating Centre — your full-service marine dealer on Gilbert Street, Castlecliff. Visit us for Suzuki outboards, servicing, parts, and to discuss your next build.