MARINE BUSINESS NEWS
NEWS UPDATE
06 December 2024
Publishers note
Summer has arrived, and Marine Rescue NSW is tackling it head-on. They’ve announced that during December and January, the Middle Harbour and Marine Rescue Port Jackson crews will provide seven-day-a-week coverage during daylight hours, with volunteer crews also on call overnight.
They say the plan is to have volunteers and vessels from either Marine Rescue Middle Harbour at The Spit or Marine Rescue Port Jackson at Birkenhead Point on the water for 62 consecutive days, ensuring boaters receive assistance when needed.
You have to admire their commitment. They’re a godsend for the thousands of boaters who will turn our waterways into their summer playground.
I highlight the efforts of Marine Rescue NSW, as their sharp and highly efficient communications team, keep the information and updates coming think and fast.
But my admiration extends to all rescue services across the nation, as I know they all approach their work with the same passion, dedication, and success.
Like it or not, volunteers are a vital part of our boating lifestyle. While the responsibility always lies with the skipper to do the right thing, knowing these crews are there, provides invaluable peace of mind—even though you hope you’ll never need them.
I do hope you enjoy this week’s news.
Marine Business News is an Australian-owned marine industry news service publishing local and international news. If you have news stories you would like to share, please let us know by contacting our newsroom via our email at NewsRoom@MarineBusinessNews.com.au.
Stay safe on the water,
Domenic Genua - Publisher
IF YOU ARE READING THIS EMAIL AS A GMAIL ACCOUNT HOLDER, YOU MAY HAVE TO CLICK ON 'VIEW ENTIRE MESSAGE' TO SEE ALL THE STORIES.
Changes to lifejacket laws in Queensland from December 1
A lifejacket is a vital piece of safety equipment that could save your life. The best idea is to make sure you wear it. Put the lifejacket on as part of your pre-trip preparation. It is a lot harder to put a lifejacket on in the water during an emergency. New lifejacket rules starting from 1 December 2024.
Clearing the way for marine salvage teams
Boating trips don’t always go to script, with factors such as sudden weather changes, hidden reefs, collisions, equipment failures and human fallibility all potentially bringing crews unstuck and keeping insurance and salvage teams on their toes.
Australian Excellence on Display at the International Workboat Show 2024
The International WorkBoat Show, held from November 12 to 14 in New Orleans, Louisiana, served as an exclusive trade only event for the commercial marine industry. It brought together vessel and fleet owners, operators, builders, and the suppliers, creating a specialised platform for showcasing innovation, fostering industry connections, and industry-specific solutions.
Riviera awarded ‘Large Employer of the Year’ in the 2024 Queensland Training Awards
Australian luxury motor yacht builder, Riviera has been awarded ‘Large Employer of the Year’ in the 2024 Queensland Training Awards, following its award for the South East Region. The recognition celebrates the motor yacht builder’s commitment to continually raising its training standards and its dedication to enhancing the skills, lives and careers of its 900-strong team.
Marine Rescue NSW boosts Sydney Harbour rescue capability for peak boating period
Marine Rescue Middle Harbour and Marine Rescue Port Jackson volunteers are now providing seven-day-a-week coverage during daylight hours across December and January to assist boaters on Sydney Harbour. Volunteer crews will also be on call overnight.
Driving forces in the boat building sector
What are the key issues that will define the direction of boat building in the near future? That was the subject of a METSTRADE Theatre panel featuring co-founder of J&J Design and 2024 Boat Builder Awards Designer of the Year, Japec Jakopin, Garmin’s EMEA Marine Segment Director Pontus Fernstrom and IBI Editor Ed Slack. Here are selected highlights of the panel.
BMT Strengthens Maritime Engineering and Design Leadership in Asia Pacific with Strategic Acquisition of AMT
BMT, a global leader in maritime design, technical consultancy, and engineering, has acquired Australian Maritime Technologies (AMT), an independent, wholly Australian-owned naval design and marine engineering consultancy based in Melbourne.
Get aboard: NSW Boating Infrastructure for Communities Grants Program now open
The Boating Infrastructure for Communities Grants Program has officially started! Calls for Registrations of Interest (ROIs) opened in early November for potential applicants, including councils and community groups.
Freedom Boat Club Celebrates its 35th Anniversary as the World’s Largest Boating Community
Freedom Boat Club, a Brunswick Corporation Business and the world’s largest boat club operator, announced its 35th anniversary, marking an extraordinary journey of growth, innovation, and community building.
Maritimo Staff Spotlight – Justin Thorpe
Early days on the tools to 45 sales – Justin ‘Spence’ Thorpe marks 20 years with Maritimo. This is a story as great as both Maritimo itself, and the man’s sense of humour and joie de vivre. These days he’s part owner of Maritimo dealer BMS in the delightful Sanctuary Cove, and in charge of a dedicated team of Maritimo specialists.
Your Summer Adventure Awaits: Sea-Doo Switch Pontoon Now Under $90k
With Summer rapidly approaching, Sea-Doo has reduced the RRP of the Sea-Doo MY24 Sea-Doo 21ft Switch Cruise to under $90K. The price includes hull, motor, a high-quality and galvanised trailer. This highly versatile and affordable pontoon delivers the thrill of powerboat-like handling with the stability and onboard spaciousness of a pontoon.
Lucky angler bags himself Mercury Avator powered prize
Brisbane angler Rodney Sinclair has taken his fishing adventures to the next level, scoring himself an incredible boat package – a BlueFin P395 powered by the cutting-edge Mercury Avator 7.5e. Rodney’s name was drawn as the lucky winner after he competed in all five rounds of the Bass Electric Tour, earning five entries into the prize draw.
Port Jet Cruises power with Mercury SeaPros
When Anthony and Jodi Heeney, owners of Port Jet Cruises, set out to find the best engines for his newly custom-built Ocean Rider, one option stood out – the Mercury 350hp V10 SeaPro. He rigged the new vessel with a triple outboard setup and didn’t stop there, also upgrading his older Wave Rider with triple 300hp V8 SeaPros.
IF YOU ARE READING THIS EMAIL AS A GMAIL ACCOUNT HOLDER, YOU MAY HAVE TO CLICK ON 'VIEW ENTIRE MESSAGE' TO SEE ALL THE STORIES.
