With over three decades in composite engineering, producing fibreglass products of all descriptions, we have the experience and the ability to create anything in fibreglass.
We are a member of The Composites Association of New Zealand.
A Team of Fibreglass & Composites Experts
Our success is driven by a dedicated team of composite specialists, engineers, and craftspeople who bring decades of combined experience to every project.
From design and development to manufacturing and finishing, our experts understand the unique properties of fibreglass and composite materials, ensuring we deliver innovative solutions that meet the highest standards of quality and durability.
We are Your Competitive Advantage
Over three decades in fibreglass & composite engineering
Early adopter of new technologies and methods of composite fabrication
Out-of-the-box Kiwi thinking and innovative production processes
Proven international track record with products as far afield as Europe
Member of The Composites Association of New Zealand
Our team of experts are dedicated to quality and sheer hard work
Our History
In 2014 The Composite Group was formed by the amalgamation of two established businesses: Reflex Products and Cresta Craft, but our story spans over half a century, beginning in 1957 with the pioneering Cresta Craft fibreglass caravan. Since then, we’ve continuously evolved our expertise in fibreglass and composite materials across diverse applications – from boats and waterskis to pools and beyond – building the foundation for who we are today. You can track the history of the two companies below.
Cresta Craft founded, started by making traditional English style caravans.
Cresta Craft boats become popular with recreational powerboaters, specifically the V140 and V160 models.
Reflex Products Limited is founded, start making water skis in Christchurch.
Cresta Craft in the Christchurch Press.
‘The Weather Can’t Always Be This Bad’, Bermuda Pool ad in The Christchurch Press, 1977.
Cresta begin manufacturing pools under the brand: Bermuda Pools.
A Bermuda Pool out for delivery.
A 1980’s Cresta Craft motor home.
From October 1984, Cresta publishes ad for the Cresta Caravan in the Christchurch Press.
A Bermuda Pool being transported to it’s new home.
From May 1987, a Cresta ad for motorhomes, spas and the Cresta Craft boat in the Christchurch Press.
Reflex begin to build ‘Haines Signature’ boats under contract.
‘The Safe Name in Boating’, Cresta Craft ad in The Christchurch Press from 1988.
Cresta Craft Delivery from the Sheffield Crescent McCaw Factory in Christchurch.
Cresta Release the popular new powerboat model: Cresta Craft 520.
Reflex Release their breakthrough powerboat design: Reflex Chianti.
Reflex appointed as New Zealand agent for Vetroresina fibreglass panel products.
Reflex establishes ‘Reflex Industrial’ and moved to new site and specialise in manufacturing composite components.
Reflex Industrial moves into (current site) on Dyers Road.
Reflex acquires dealership for Speedliner High Performance Spray-on Coatings.
Reflex moved its boat manufacturing offshore.
The Composite Group is Founded by the amalgamation of Reflex and Cresta.
New 12.5m pool mould developed, the largest fibreglass moulded pool in NZ.
Bermuda celebrates 40 years of making pools in Christchurch.
The Composite Group Acquires Composite Surf Products “CSP” and begins production of CSP surf canoes.
new offices and customer showroom renovation on Dyers Road site.
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