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Revolutionary Innovations: Autonomous Boat and Vegan Leather Transform Industries

6/18/2025

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Waikato engineer Jeffery To has unveiled the Maki boat, a groundbreaking autonomous vessel designed to map water quality and tackle pollution. This innovative project has caught the attention of the Waikato Regional Council. In a parallel effort, Chris Harper's KiwiLeather Innovations transforms kiwifruit waste into vegan leather, while Wisewool breathes new life into the wool industry, ensuring farmers receive fairer prices.

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Waikato engineer Jeffery To has unveiled the Maki boat, a groundbreaking autonomous vessel designed to map water quality and tackle pollution. This innovative project has caught the attention of the Waikato Regional Council. In a parallel effort, Chris Harper's KiwiLeather Innovations transforms kiwifruit waste into vegan leather, while Wisewool breathes new life into the wool industry, ensuring farmers receive fairer prices.