About TweedsMarine
Established in 2016, TweedsMarine is your trusted partner for marine electronics advice in Nelson, New Zealand. Founded by Christopher Harris, a marine electronics engineer with over 40 years of experience in telecommunications and marine electronics engineering.
TweedsMarine initially operated in Christchurch before relocating to Nelson in 2019. Following a brief hiatus during which Christopher honed his expertise at Endeavour Electronics Limited, based in Port Nelson, TweedsMarine was relaunched in June 2025 as an online hub dedicated to the marine electronics sector.
Marine Electronics Advice
Our mission is to empower boat owners and marine enthusiasts with the knowledge and resources they need to make informed decisions about their marine electronics. We provide comprehensive advice, guides, and tutorials on the latest industry products and innovations, ensuring that our clients are always up-to-date with the latest technological advancements.
Values: Integrity and Professionalism
At TweedsMarine, we pride ourselves on our values of integrity, professionalism, and a genuine commitment to client satisfaction. Our unique offerings include tailored consultancy services that cater to individual project needs, backed by Christopher’s extensive hands-on experience with a variety of vessels—from small yachts to large expedition support yachts, and fishing vessels of all sizes.
We have garnered a reputation for excellence within the marine community. Join us at TweedsMarine and let us help you navigate the world of marine electronics with confidence and ease.
If you would like to contact me for assistance with your project, please use one of the methods listed on the Contact page.
More about Chris Harris of TweedsMarine
I’m a marine electronics engineer based in Nelson, New Zealand, with over 40 years of experience in the telecommunications and marine electronics engineering industries. My passion for boats, yachts, and anything that floats began in my youth, and I’ve combined that lifelong interest with professional expertise in marine electronics installation, design, and troubleshooting.
Before transitioning to marine electronics engineering, I trained as a telecommunications engineer, spending two decades in that field. I then took a break to pursue my passion for sailing, which led to nearly 20 years of hands-on experience in the marine industry, working with vessels of all sizes—from small yachts to large expedition support yachts and fishing vessels of all sizes. I’ve sailed extensively in high-latitude waters (mostly Antarctica and sub-Antarctic islands) and learned what it takes to keep a boat running smoothly for months at a time, far from home ports.
Each article is written to provide valuable marine electronics advice to enhance your boating experience.
After years of global cruising in my boat, I’ve spent the last decade in New Zealand, focusing on marine electronics systems for commercial and recreational vessels. My work has primarily involved installing and maintaining marine electronics on fishing boats, but I continue to stay active with yachts, from small trailer-sailers to superyachts.
I’m passionate about providing marine electronics guidance, and helping boat owners achieve the best in reliable and simple marine systems. I specialise in sailing instruments, navigation systems, radar installations, fish finders, battery management, and onboard communication systems like VHF, HF radios, and modern satellite communication technologies such as Starlink and OneWeb. My approach emphasises simplicity, reliability, and practical solutions—not gimmicks.
Though I’m no longer spending all my time crawling around in boats fiddling with wires, I’m always happy to discuss design, installation, and specification advice for your marine electronics projects. With a focus on cost-effective, efficient, and reliable networking for all your devices, I aim to help you create a seamless and dependable system onboard your boat or yacht.
Website Content
On this site, you’ll find a series of articles answering common questions about marine electronics, such as how to upgrade or enhance the reliability of your navigation instruments, marine electronics networking, fish finders, radar systems, and battery monitoring setups. I’ll also discuss the latest in onboard communications, from traditional VHF and HF radios to cutting-edge satellite systems like Starlink and OneWeb.
In addition to marine electronics content, I’ll occasionally write about more general boating topics, such as the best foul-weather gear, how to make a great cup of coffee on board, and other practical boating tips. Stay tuned for a variety of content that enhances your boating experience!
When you need marine electronics advice, I’m just a message away to assist.