Wave energy. Aotearoa New Zealand.
We’re developing renewable electricity from ocean waves, bringing together iwi, industry, government and investment partners to strengthen Aotearoa’s energy supply and regional economies.
01 / The opportunity
A new source of renewable energy. A different rhythm for the grid.
Ocean swell brings a different generation profile to the renewable energy mix, complementing wind, solar and hydro.
Ngaru connects CorPower Ocean technology with local knowledge and commercial project development to advance wave energy across Aotearoa.
Why timing matters
02 / Wave energy technology
CorPower Ocean’s wave energy converter captures the movement of the sea. Its control system increases energy capture in operating conditions and reduces motion during storms.
Ngaru is advancing the Aotearoa development pathway through regional relationships, feasibility studies and project development.
Explore the technology
DNV certification
CorPower Ocean’s C4 received a DNV Prototype Certificate in July 2026, following independent verification of structural strength, reliability and safety. A significant milestone for the technology behind Ngaru’s Aotearoa development programme.
Read the certification announcement ↗
Data centres and energy-intensive industry
Data centres need electricity every hour of every day. Wave energy brings a complementary generation profile to wind and solar, strengthening the mix alongside storage and the grid. Ngaru is advancing this opportunity for Aotearoa’s data centres and energy-intensive industries.
Explore the 24/7 renewable energy case ↗03 / The bigger picture
Explore the energy, industrial and regional opportunities behind Ngaru’s development programme.
Illustrative portfolioWave energy complements the renewable energy mix. Ngaru is assessing its role in electricity supply for data centres, industry and other high-energy users.
CorPower Ocean manufacturingDeveloping the pathway for fabrication, marine operations and skilled employment in Aotearoa.
Whangārei HarbourMeaningful participation for iwi, hapū and whānau is central to Ngaru’s approach to regional development.
04 / Our development pathway
From national opportunity to a buildable project, each stage tests the case for the next.
Current stage: pre-feasibilityFollow the Aotearoa pathwayNational screening of wave resources, infrastructure and constraints.
Resource, seabed, ecology, cultural values, cable route, grid and offtake.
Engineering, consenting and commercial structure for an initial deployment.
Expand the portfolio and local capability as projects prove the case.
Our home. Our horizon.
Ngaru advances wave-energy development across Aotearoa. Our ambition brings renewable electricity, local manufacturing capability and skilled employment into a shared regional pathway.
Explore the local opportunity05 / Our people
Founded by Tāmati Norman and Charles Russell, Ngaru connects project origination, commercial development and long-term regional ambition.
Co-founder and Managing Director
Advances Ngaru’s wave-energy development in Aotearoa, connecting technology, industry and regional opportunity.
Connect with TāmatiCo-founder and Director
Charles brings strengths in governance, finance and commercial development. He leads Ngaru’s national feasibility programme, including the case for local fabrication and assembly.
Connect with CharlesNgaru is advancing the feasibility and development work for wave-energy projects in Aotearoa. CorPower Ocean’s C4 has exported electricity to the grid in Portugal.
The DNV Prototype Certificate provides independent assessment of CorPower Ocean’s C4 technology. Ngaru’s local development programme builds the site-specific evidence for deployment in Aotearoa.
Read the certification announcement ↗Ngaru’s approach centres on early participation and meaningful regional opportunity. Ownership and shared benefits are developed through engagement and agreement.
The focus is development-stage investment for feasibility, engineering and the commercial pathway. Talk with Ngaru about participation in the programme.
WAVE & OCEAN ENERGY / NEW ZEALAND
How wave power works and the questions a potential project needs to answer.
Explore wave energy ↗Where wave energy fits alongside other ocean resources and the wider electricity system.
Explore ocean energy ↗A starting point for iwi, energy buyers, suppliers, researchers and prospective investors.
Work with Ngaru ↗Let’s build what comes next
Investors. Energy companies. Iwi. Regional and industry partners. Let’s explore what we can build together.
Email Tāmati directly