MARINE BUSINESS NEWS UPDATE
NEWS UPDATE
18 November 2022
Publishers note
METS Amsterdam does an amazing job to bring the worlds marine industry together. Apart from seeing the latest in technology, new product development, they also spend a considerable amount of time awarding businesses for their success. It was good to see that Australia didn’t miss out with Riviera being announced as joint winner with Sunseeker International as having the “Best Apprenticeship or Training Scheme”.
One thing is for certain, as an industry we can reflect on the many awards given and really understand what is making an impact. They had the Boat Builder Awards for Business Achievement, the 31st DAME Awards and the DAME Design Awards. And not to be left out, our very own AIMEX hosted two of our Apprentice of The Year winners to visit the event.
In other news, Maritimo is shipping lots of product overseas, whilst Mercury has launched 350 & 400hp V10 outboards. We have new showrooms opening and the BIA Vic’s Boat Owners Club is off and running. We also read about Nautilus' quick response to a marina fire that destroyed a 82 Sunseeker on Hamilton Island last month.
It would be remiss of me not to mention Michelle. She is having her good days, and her bad days. She has now been out on the Pacific for over three months. Even the hardest of hardened boaties would have admiration for what she is doing. Let’s wish for her safe arrival home.
Just like last week, this week has been a busy news week and we urge you look at the many more stories on our website for many more stories not seen in this newsletter as well as links to resources, photo libraries, reviews, our international industry events calendar, and our jobs board.
Our newsroom is open, and if your business has news to share, please let us know. Feel free to contact me or our team in the newsroom at newsroom@marinebusinessnews.com.au
Stay safe on the water,
Domenic Genua - Publisher
EOI to manage Snug Cove
Transport for NSW (TfNSW) has now launched a formal call for Expressions of Interest (EOI) from Applicants with the vision, experience, capability and capacity to develop and operate a mixed-use marina development in partnership with NSW Government on land within the Snug Cove Maritime Precinct (the Precinct).
News from the team at MIA
The MIA are busy with member meetings, planning for the Marina of the Year Awards, new supplier guides and a whole lot more. Catch up with what they are doing here.
BIAV Apprentice of the year awards
Congratulations to all of the fantastic Finalists for the Apprentice of the Year Award! They were Danny Smith, Jared Cameron, Max Humble, Finn Vant Slot, Jay Jay Be Zar, and Zak Murphy. And an extra special Congratulations to our winner and overall Apprentice of the Year, Zach Murphy!
Two new boats provide a unique opportunity in the Whitsundays
Two brand new, current Leopard models are now open for booking through Whitsunday Rent a Yacht; “Lady Lynne”, a Leopard 46 Powercat and “Orion”, a Leopard 42 Sailing Catamaran. By adding new vessels to their fleet, Whitsunday Rent a Yacht’s customer focus ethos and service offering continue to expand.
Boat Owners Club in Victoria is off & running: now they need your support
The BIAV say that the Boat Owners Club launched just before the Boat Show has had a terrific response with over 11,000 members they are already busy talking to.
d’Albora Careers day
d’Albora will be hosting a careers day on Saturday 26th November 9am-1pm at d’Albora The Spit Mosman, Sydney.
This initiative will be a possible doorway for those looking at opportunities to work within the recreational marine industry.
Sirocco Marine RIB Super Showroom
Sirocco Marine Queensland, under newly appointed director, Ryan Slater is in the process of kitting out the largest RIB showroom in the country for inflatable boats spanning 2.2 to 12-metres from the world’s most recognised brands.
Michelle Lee’s journey – Day 96
Michelle has been out in the Pacific for over 3 months. Her resolve is still as strong as it was on day one. These are her latest musings.
It’s day 96 and boy there’s been some real tough days...
Luxury yacht destroyed by fire in Queensland marina
Nautilus Marine Insurance swiftly responds.
The peace of Hamilton Island in Far North Queensland has been disturbed by a fire onboard a stunning Sunseeker 82 motor yacht, Time Out.
News from Marine Safety SA
The Marine Safety SA website now has a dedicated web page to provide Marine Safety advice regarding the River Murray high flows. You can find key information about boating on the River Murray and ferry operation during the high flows. Check out the page here.
Avoid the grind with Propspeed’s latest innovation – Stripspeed
Propspeed®, leading innovator of underwater foul-release coatings, announced today the launch of a new solvent-based stripper used to easily and efficiently remove foul-release coatings like Propspeed from underwater metals – Stripspeed™.
Mercury Marine introduces the industry’s first V10 Outboards – The all new 350 and 400HP Verado
Mercury Marine has introduced the industry’s first ever V10 outboard with the official launch of its all-new 5.7L 350 and 400hp Verado® outboard engines.
Millions in Maritimo boats us bound
Maritimo exports boats worldwide – around half of its annual production. This week, six Maritimo boats, around 180 tonnes worth, to the value of US$18 million will be shipped to the US from the Port of Brisbane where they will be welcomed by Maritimo’s dealers across the country, before being delivered to their proud owners.
Award-Winning Australian Marine Industry Apprentices to attend METSTRADE 2022
The Australian Marine Industry Awards, organised and hosted by the Australian International Marine Export Group (AIMEX), cover categories for the superyacht, commercial marine and marine export sectors of the industry.
