High-tech peace of mind

A Dunedin technology company has provided the two kayakers with tracking equipment for their journey.

Daestra New Zealand is sponsoring the expedition and has fitted the double kayak with a TracPlus satellite tracking terminal. Chief executive Chris Hinch said the device automatically reports the position of the kayak every 10 minutes to Daestra's data centre.

From there, data is delivered to maritime and aviation rescue authorities, as well as the expedition website, so anyone can monitor their position. James Castrission said it was comforting to know the guesswork would be eliminated if a rescue attempt had to be made.

- NZPA