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Mining & Quarries
Floating pump and access platforms for mines and quarries
Dewatering pump pontoons, tailings pond access and monitoring platforms. Built on the same pods as SailGP's marker boats.
SailGP & America's Cup marker boats · Trading since 2003
- Made in New Zealand
- 5,000+ pods sold
- Marine-grade polyethylene
- 15+ year product life
- Est. 2003
What We Supply
Pump, access and monitoring platforms for sites
Dewatering pump pontoons
Pump supports that follow the water level in pits and sumps, sized to the pump.
Pump pontoons
Tailings and settling pond access
Access platforms and walkways for sampling, inspection and maintenance on ponds.
Work barges
Monitoring platforms
Stable platforms for water-quality instruments, with safe access to service them.
Size Your Build
How many pods do I need?
Enter your deck size and the load it has to carry. We'll tell you how many pods, which type, and an indicative price.
People at 90kg each, plus structure, motor and gear
Ratings per pod at half immersion: Main Boat Pod 150kg · Walk Pod 150kg · Raft Pod 60kg · Float Pod 40kg.
Your estimate
12Main Boat Pods
2Bow Pods
NZ$7,620
ex GST · about AU$7,010 (indicative) · freight extra
Estimates assume half immersion and an even load. Every configuration is checked by Pontoonz before a quote is sent.
Spec sheets and capability statement
Load ratings, materials and dimensions for every pod, plus a one-page company summary for your files.
How much will a pump platform carry?
A 26-pod platform carries a 6-tonne pump. Each Main Boat Pod carries 150kg at half immersion and up to 350kg fully immersed.
Can you supply a capability statement?
Yes. Download it here or ask us and we'll send it with your quote.
Can the platform be moved between ponds?
Yes. Pods are light, at 23kg each, and platforms can be unbolted and reassembled on another pond.
What Pontoonz Customers Say
Built by real people. Proven on the water.
Original customer storyPublished by Pontoonz
Hear it directly from RichardHis experience building with the Pontoonz modular system.
Customer Feedback & Proven Stories
Why people choose Pontoonz
No-Obligation QuoteRichard, Pontoonz customer, Customer testimonial
Tell us what you need to float
Every quote comes with a recommended configuration, volume pricing and freight to your address or nearest port.
+64 (0)27 555 2100Mobile, call or text
SailGP & America's Cup marker boats · Trading since 2003
“It's a lot of boat for the money, zero maintenance, quick to build. A true kitset.”
- Configuration recommended with every quote
- Volume pricing and freight to your address
- Trading since 2003