Discover the cutting-edge technology shaping tomorrow's world. From high-speed boats to aerospace marvels, our members are at the forefront of innovation.
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To showcase our industry’s leading-edge products, world-class innovators,
and create opportunities by connecting and collaborating.
We champion an industry that designs smarter materials, builds lighter, stronger solutions, and
delivers impact well beyond our shores. Embedded in our purpose is a focus on products, people
and performance. Showcasing demands that new products are solidly grounded in real-world
development and trials, and that we recognise the people and teamwork behind the innovations.
Ultimately, it’s about creating opportunities that add value to New Zealand.
See the broad range of benefits that you receive by being a CANZ member:
CANZ is the only association in New Zealand dedicated entirely to composites and fibreglass. Membership provides access to up‑to‑date technology and industry developments through links with overseas associations and is supported by a formal Code of Ethics to safeguard members
The association monitors changes in legislation and issues guidelines to help members stay compliant. It has developed an industry‑specific “Composites Code of Practice” that members helped shape, providing practical guidance for meeting New Zealand health and safety requirements.
Membership includes access to annual conferences featuring overseas speakers, equipment demonstrations and exhibitions that showcase new materials and technologies. Members also receive a regular newsletter highlighting developments across the composites sector.
CANZ collaborates with the NZ Marine and Composites Industry Training Organisation to develop specialised training courses for the industry. Members can attend educational evenings to learn about materials and techniques, and they can participate in marketing and standard‑development projects such as updating the FRP Design Manual.
Membership fees are kept intentionally low compared with the breadth of services offered; CANZ notes that the cost is “very reasonable” given the comprehensive benefits, making membership an investment in the future of a composites‑related business
The association gives the composites sector a unified voice when dealing with government and its agencies, ensuring industry needs and opportunities are represented. CANZ also promotes the development of new markets for composite products, helping members expand their reach and influence across diverse applications.
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Our members are at the forefront of innovation, crafting solutions that redefine what's possible. Discover the cutting-edge advancements that are transforming industries today.
Hear what others have to say about being part of the CANZ community
“The innovation and support here are unmatched. We’re building lighter, faster, and stronger—together. Proud to be part of this community driving real change in New Zealand’s composites sector.”
“Joining this network opened doors to new partnerships and projects. The energy and expertise across industries keep us moving forward—every day feels like progress.”
“From aerospace to infrastructure, the collaboration here is next level. We’re not just making materials—we’re shaping the future of how New Zealand moves and builds.”
“This association brings together the best minds in composites. The knowledge sharing and support have helped us push boundaries and deliver world-class results.”
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CANZ is the national industry body for composites and fibreglass. It provides a forum where members exchange information, celebrate successes and solve problems. It’s a primary source of advice, encourages member interaction, develops training programmes, gives the industry a unified voice with government and promotes new markets.
Membership is open to any organisation or individual involved in composites. Categories include new members, fabricators (tiered by number of employees), suppliers (tiered by turnover), engineers/consultants, associate members not directly involved in the industry and individual or student members.
Yes. CANZ develops training courses with the NZ Marine and Composites ITO and hosts educational evenings. The training page features practical videos on gelcoat repair, laminating, vacuum bagging and safe handling of resins. These resources help members improve techniques and meet industry standards.
A flat joining fee is charged when you first join CANZ and membership is confirmed once this fee is paid. After the first year, annual subscriptions are tiered by member type: fabricators pay more as their number of employees increases, suppliers’ fees vary with turnover, engineers/consultants and associate members pay moderate amounts, and individual or student members pay only a nominal sum. See the Join page for more details.
A composite material combines two or more materials with distinctly different chemical or physical properties. When working together, the constituents create a new material whose performance exceeds that of the individual components. Common fibre‑reinforced composites use a strong reinforcement material (e.g., glass or carbon fibres) within a binding matrix.
CANZ’s membership spans many sectors. Member companies work in architectural products (houses, flooring and bathroomware), aviation parts, infrastructure (pipes, tanks and ducts), land transport (buses, trucks and caravans), marine craft, materials supply (resins and reinforcements), pools and playgrounds, and research‑and‑development or engineering services.
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