MARINE BUSINESS NEWS
NEWS UPDATE
03 October 2025
Publishers note
We know that in parts of Australia, boating is a pastime commonly enjoyed all year round. In other parts, this weekend, the first in October, coincides with several public holidays (King’s Birthday in Queensland, and Labour Day in the ACT, NSW and SA), and with that comes the mindset that it is the unofficial start of the boating season.
It’s fair to say that the weather in most parts of our fabulous country has taken a notably positive summery shift, a welcome change from the persistent cold and rain of recent months. A change that will no doubt stimulate the desire to get out on the water with the family.
Critical to this is ensuring your customers have had their vessels serviced and that all the mandatory and important safety gear is on board.
This week we had the pleasure of publishing a story looking back on the history of BLA, titled “DNA of BLA: From Bob Littler Agencies to a Brunswick Powerhouse.” We hope you enjoy the story.
The stories we publish in the category “History & Society” have always been well received. This week we share “The Heroic Story of SY Aurora,” to coincide with a new exhibition called Frozen Witness at the Australian National Maritime Museum, which will be open for a limited time only. As an industry that intently studies opportunities for the future, it is at times sobering to look back at how vessels were intertwined with our history.
We do hope you enjoy this week’s news.
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Stay safe on the water,
Domenic Genua - Publisher
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The DNA of BLA: From Bob Littler Agencies to a Brunswick Powerhouse
For more than five decades, the name BLA has been synonymous with marine accessories and innovation in Australia. What began as a small family business, Bob Littler Agencies, has evolved into one of the region’s most influential marine distributors...
The Heroic Story of SY Aurora
Frozen Witness: Aurora’s Polar Voyages brings to life the extraordinary story of a remarkable vessel– a timber whaling ship turned Antarctic explorer – whose legacy spans sealing, science, survival, and ultimate sacrifice.
National Campaign launched to promote Responsible Boat Ownership
A major new national initiative, Responsible Boat Ownership, will launch next week in the lead-up to Safe Boating Week 2025 (October 6–12). The campaign, developed by the BIA in partnership with the Australia New Zealand Safe Boating Education Group ...
Save the date – Australasia’s Largest Sailing Boat Show
Australasia’s largest sailing boat show is on this spring with the Pittwater Sail Expo 2025 set to transform the waterfront at the Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club (RPAYC), Sydney.
Australia and South Pacific Shine together at Monaco Yacht Show 2025
Superyacht Australia united with Melanesian Luxury Yachts and Maritime Cook Islands to co-host the South Pacific Stand at the 2025 Monaco Yacht Show. From 24 – 27 September the stand profiled the region to an international audience ...
Cimolai Technology Completes New 50-Ton Boat Hoist in Newcastle
Marking an important step in its continued international growth, Cimolai Technology has completed the commissioning of a 50-ton Boat Hoist at Midcoast Boatyard & Marine in Newcastle.
DECKEE Launches Depth Charts to Inspire Australians to Explore the Waterways
DECKEE, Australian app for boating and water activities, has introduced Depth Charts for Australian waters, marking a major milestone on its journey to create the ultimate water adventure maps.
In Conversation with Kaloyan Radulov CEO and co-founder, Omaya Yachts
In the world of luxury boating, it takes more than sleek lines and powerful engines to make a lasting impression. It requires vision, determination, and the ability to deliver yachts that resonate with a lifestyle as much as they do with craftsmanship.
Marine Rescue Batemans Bay enhances lifesaving capability with new rescue watercraft
Marine Rescue Batemans Bay has taken delivery of two new state-of-the-art rescue watercraft (RWCs – jet skis), significantly boosting the unit’s ability to respond rapidly to emergencies on local waters.
Incat Recognised as Global Leader in Sustainable Shipbuilding
Incat Tasmania has won the Sustainability and Green Economy Award at the 2025 Tasmanian Export Awards, recognising the company’s leadership in sustainable shipbuilding.
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