Independent Riggers was established in 2014 as a fully mobile operation. Richard Hulston is the owner and operator focusing on quality products and services with a keen attention to detail. Richard and his team, work with all major brands to bring you the best possible products.

Richard trained in Auckland from the late-80s through to the mid-90s under the watchful eye of Terry Gillespie. Since then, he has worked throughout the world and continued his training in the Super yacht and performance rigging arena.

Setting up Independent Riggers in 2014 Richard and his team are now based at Auckland’s Half Moon Bay marina and can offer all marine based services including work berths and hardstand. A mast gantry for yachts up to 40ft and can crane masts from 40ft to 80ft yachts.

Independent Riggers has a full callout service throughout New Zealand and the Pacific region. We cater to all types of yachts big or small. We also offer project management and full turnkey services as a simple and comprehensive solution for your vessel. We’re fully covered by liability insurance to give you peace of mind.