Hamilton Island Race Week In Review

Updates coming from Hamilton Island, "2023 Hamilton Island Race Week does not disappoint", "Field of opportunities in Nautilus Marine Insurance Classic Races", "Tricks of the Tide Takes Teams to the Top at Hamilton Island Race Week 2023", "Perfect Opening Day at Hamilton Island Race Week" and "Hamilton Island Celebrates Significant Milestone"

NZ Marine Industry Hits $3 Billion

The marine industry is now worth $3 billion annually to the New Zealand economy, achieving around $2.2 billion in local sales, and $800 million in exports. This was among new statistics that showed the size and growth of the industry released at the recent NZ Marine industry conference by Executive Director Peter Busfield.

BRIG buoyed by Sydney

The 2023 Sydney International Boat Show showcased the new range of Rigid Inflatable Boats from Zodiac and BRIG, making a welcome return to the boat show circuit after a one-year hiatus due to war in Ukraine.

Sea-Doo Pushes Innovation and Rider Experience with More Horsepower

Sea-Doo continues to push the boundaries to create unforgettable memories on water, with the model year 2024 Sea-Doo product lineups. Sea-Doo is revving up the waves for adrenaline seekers who love the thrill of acceleration.

Marine Rescue NSW Empowering Women’s Conference a Huge Success

Almost 50 people have attended the second annual Marine Rescue NSW Empowering Women’s Conference on the South Coast which concluded on Saturday August 19.

News from Marine Safety SA – August 2023

Boat Registration no longer required, Former Sydney to Hobart Yacht Sinks off Grange Jetty, Safe Operation: Increase Flows in the River Murray, Improving Safety with Coorong District Council, Trip Preparation, Know your tides, Report accidents or incidents on the water, Stay Safe if your boat capsizes. 

Henry Bell’s Comet Designated

The wreck of Europe’s first commercial steamship has been designated as a scheduled monument by Historic Environment Scotland. This follows the recent discovery of the wreck of Henry Bell’s Comet in the fast tidal waters of the Dorus Mor, west of Crinan, Argyll and Bute.

Upgrade at Clifton Springs Boat Harbour, Geelong

Increased parking is on the way for our region’s boating enthusiasts at the Clifton Springs Boat Harbour, a popular destination for recreational boating, yachting, fishing and offshore diving.

First stage of Onslow Community Boating Precinct in WA now open

The $14 million Stage 1 of the Onslow Community Boating Precinct is now complete, with the works creating modern recreational boating facilities for the community and providing an economic boost to the wider Pilbara region.

Princess Australia Awarded For Event Excellence

Princess Yachts Australia has won the LuxLife Hospitality Award “2023 Luxury Yacht Company of the Year”, recognising their consistently superb hospitality for owners and guests, both at the SCIBS and the annual Princess Yachts Rendezvous.

Superyacht Cape Town Highlights Unexplored Superyacht Destination

The South African Marine Industry is excited with the development of Superyacht Cape Town, an initiative driven by Veda Pretorius a well known local industry personality.

Yamaha Announces 2024 WaveRunner Model Line-Up

Yamaha has announced the 2024 WaveRunner lineup which sees more power, more colour and more choice than ever before. Yamaha WaveRunners continue to lead the pack when it comes to big displacement marine engines, with the release of the industry’s first 1.9 Litre naturally aspirated high output engine, delivering quicker acceleration and higher top-end speed in HO models across the FX, GP and VX range.

Maritime Professional Solutions Grows with the Success of Rivergate

When Joel Allingham and Daniel Fodie discussed starting their own marine engineering, fabrication and maintenance business, the goal was simple – set up shop at Rivergate and capitalise on the types of customers that were already visiting the shipyard for refit and repairs.

News from Surf Life Saving Tasmania

This week we received news that Surf Life Saving Australia (SLSA), has announced Surf Life Saving Tasmania (SLST) as a National Centre of Excellence (COE) to enhance the Flood and Swift Water Rescue (FSWR) capabilities of surf lifesavers nationally.

CEO of Ports Victoria Announces his Resignation

The Chief Executive Officer of Ports Victoria, Brendan Webb, has announced his resignation from the organisation. Brendan was the inaugural CEO of Ports Victoria and led the organisation through a critical period in its early formation.

Cast Off Boat Registration Labels from 1 September in South Australia

Registration labels will no longer be required from 1 September 2023, streamlining the registration process for boat owners across SA. This change will remove the current requirement for boaties to replace and display labels each year.

Silver Yachts Announce Collaboration with Fraser

Following the successful launch and handover of H801 MY SpaceCat – SC36M in Oct 2022. Silver Yachts commenced construction of H802 under contract and H803 is being built to specification in our Australian Shipyard.