New Rescue Boat Hits the Water

Marine Rescue NSW’s newest rescue vessel Botany Port Hacking 32, was launched onto the waters of the Clarence River at Yamba on the North Coast of NSW. The state of the art rescue vessel made the short journey by truck from the yard at Yamba Welding and Engineering to the shores of the Clarence River, where it was lifted by a boat lift and lowered gently onto the water.

The $300,000 fish that didn’t get away

Recreational fishing in Queensland’s stocked impoundments has netted $300,000 in targeted grants to encourage agri-tourism in the state’s fishing industry. Minister for Agricultural Industry Development and Fisheries and Minister for Rural Communities Mark Furner said the grants would support a variety of activities associated with Queensland’s Stocked Impoundment Permit Scheme (SIPS).

Groupe Beneteau launches a partnership with Vision Marine Technologies to develop and market 100% electric outboard-equipped boat

Groupe Beneteau and Vision Marine Technologies have launched a partnership to integrate Vision Marine Technologies’ revolutionary, high-power outboard motors onboard several models across Groupe Beneteau’s brand portfolio.

Free up plastic for #plasticfreejuly

One more step towards a circular economy: recycling plastic waste at GCCM

Within the scope of GCCM’s Closing The Loop Project, the Gold Coast City Marina & Shipyard is committed to reducing the impact of their waste streams on their health and the environment. In July, and with the collaboration of most of their onsite marine trades, GCCM is introducing a business initiative to eliminate unnecessary plastic waste from landfill.

TAMS Group wins design and construct contract for the $160M Kimberley Marine Offloading Facility

Diversified marine and port services company TAMS Group (TAMS) has announced that it has been awarded the design and construct contract for the $160 million Kimberley Marine Offloading Facility (Facility) at the Port of Broome in Western Australia.

Multiagency Marine Exercise Off Port Kembla

One week after an emergency marine event unfolded off the coast, south of Sydney, a multiagency training exercise occurred on Friday, 15 July in Port Kembla involving the State’s leading marine emergency responders.

Three models for Performance Cruising Yachts at the Sydney International Boat Show 2022

Sydney-based Performance Cruising Yachts will have three yachts on display at the Sydney International Boat Show (SIBS) from 28 July to 1 August, including two debutantes. The company is set to debut its first catamaran – the Dufour 48 – with the stunning and award-winning Elan GT6 also making her SIBS debut. The equally as impressive Impression 40.1 will also be at the show.

Brunswick Wins dotCOMM Award For Outstanding Interactive Brand Experience

In the United States, Brunswick has won a dotCOMM Award For Outstanding Interactive Brand Experience, Highlighting Focus on Expanding Access to New Generation of Boaters.

Australian Sailing launches landmark Club Participation Programs

Australian Sailing has the release of its long-awaited Club Participation Program, giving clubs and class associations a valuable resource on how to deliver sailing programs and keep members engaged with the sport.

Joint Rescue Coordination Centre celebrates 25 years of saving lives

The 25th anniversary of the integration of Australia’s aviation and marine Search and Rescue (SAR) functions was celebrated by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA).
The Joint Rescue Coordination Centre (JRCC), located at AMSA’s headquarters in Canberra, was formed in July 1997 when the search and rescue functions of Airservices Australia and AMSA merged.

The NZ Millennium Cup Notice of Race has been released

The New Zealand Millennium Cup’s notice of race has been released. After a hiatus in 2022, the 2023 edition of the race is already drawing in yachts with a number of early entries signing up before the official release. Raced in New Zealand’s Bay of Islands, the New Zealand Millennium Cup is the world’s most southerly superyacht regatta with superyachts journeying from across the globe to race in the sailing Mecca of New Zealand.

Old Murray Bridge Refurbishment Project

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport is undertaking major refurbishment works on the Old Murray Bridge. As the first major bridge spanning the Murray River in South Australia, Old Murray Bridge is a significant State Heritage structure, and requires refurbishment to maintain its long-term structural integrity. This South Australian Government funded project will increase its life span by an estimated 30 years.

BRP entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Great Wall Motor Austria, reinforcing its know-how in electric vehicles technology

BRP has announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Great Wall Motor Austria GmbH, a subsidiary of Great Wall Motor based in Baoding, China. This leading EV R&D centre based in Kottingbrunn, Austria, specializes in e-drive systems and transmissions and currently employs highly skilled individuals who will receive ongoing employment as part of this agreement.

In NZ, sharing the fun with Ownaship – the country’s biggest boat-share player

Westhaven-based Ownaship – the country’s biggest boat-share player – recently took delivery of its 11th Rayglass 3500 launch. Like the other 10 in the fleet, this one belongs to a syndicate of six owners, a sharing model Ownaship managing director Simon Barker says has multiple attractions.

Williamstown immersion prep for September Industry Day

Industry members of the Hobsons Bay precinct gathered on 20 July at RYCV, joining BIAV’s Steve Walker and Mary Papantoniou, to discuss and plan for a September Industry Immersion Day for potential industry entrants. 

Poseidon Marine H2 forms a strategic partnership with Griffith University

Griffith University and Poseidon Marine H2 have joined forces to develop a versatile marine technology that will allow boats to operate off multiple fuels, including diesel and hydrogen.