On 1 July 2025, NIWA merged with GNS Science to become Earth Sciences New Zealand.

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Chris Whalan, Captain of Kaharoa II, navigates the ship in San Diego harbour. The cityscape in the background is so close it seems as though he is driving up the street.
Greg Foothead, NIWA

Chris Whalan, Captain of Kaharoa II, navigates the ship in San Diego harbour. The cityscape in the background is so close it seems as though he is driving up the street.