MARINE BUSINESS NEWS UPDATE
NEWS UPDATE
15 July 2022
Publishers note
I had the opportunity to be in Darling Harbour yesterday and I walked past Cockle Bay. It was great to see the team on site building the marina for the upcoming Sydney International Boat Show, due to open in less than two weeks (28 July to 1 August).
After a hiatus in 2020 and 2021, it means that it has been three years since the last show in 2019. Pleasingly we are hearing and reading about many new releases, and rightly so, as the Sydney International Boat Show has always been a haven for new boat and product buyers, and in particular repeat buyers who are looking for the latest and greatest to hit the market.
Sadly, we are also hearing of some major brands that won’t be participating, and others who have selected to run their own events to coincide with the show at different locations around Sydney. Hopefully this is just a post COVID glitch, and we will see the industry again reunited at what was the largest, and very much respected marine event, in the southern hemisphere, sometime in the years to come.
Lots to read and learn about. We hope you enjoy this week’s edition of our “Marine Business News update”. Remember, not all stories are featured in our weekly newsletter. To read all the stories, please visit MarineBusinessNews.com.au
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Stay safe on the water,
Domenic Genua - Publisher
Nautilus Marine Insurance announces partnership with Hamilton Island Race Week
Nautilus Marine Insurance has announced a new, multi-year partnership with the internationally acclaimed Hamilton Island Race Week. Race Week dates are 20-27 August 2022 and anticipation is high for this year’s event. It returns after a two year hiatus due to COVID-19 restrictions, and the 2022 entrants line-up is easily one of the regatta’s most impressive fleets to date.
Mercury Marine introduces new 25 and 30 hp four-stroke outboard platform
Mercury Marine has today introduced its next generation of 25 and 30hp four-stroke outboards – the lightest and fastest 3-cylinder engines in their class. The new engine platform, which will make its local debut at this month’s Sydney International Boat Show, is engineered from the ground up to be lighter, faster and easier to operate and maintain.
Performance Cruising Yachts appointed dealer for Italy’s Ice Yachts
The team at Performance Cruising Yachts has announced that they have been appointed the exclusive Australian and New Zealand dealer for ICE Yachts. A premium brand, Ice Yachts is based in Salvirola, near Milan, producing outstanding custom cruiser/racer yachts from 52 to 100 feet along with catamarans from 64 to 72 feet – all manufactured on site.
“The opportunities are here right now”: Behind the scenes with Rivergate Project Director Brett Bolton
Taking responsibility for the end-to-end strategic management of a $200 million expansion is no easy feat, but if anyone is up for the challenge, it’s Brett Bolton.
America’s Cup best loser
Sir Thomas Johnstone Lipton, First Baronet of Osidge and Knight Commander of the Order of Victoria, born poor in the suburbs of Glasgow, died in 1931 in his barony north of London. Without descendants, he donated his entire fortune to the city of Glasgow.
New Marine Rescue Boat Officially Welcomed to Jervis Bay
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Australia Tahiti Rendezvous returns with another successful year
The 9th annual Australia Tahiti Rendezvous sponsored by Benetti Yachts was held on July 8, 2022, at Marina Taina, Papeete, Tahiti. With 15 vessels in attendance, superyacht captains and crew were excited to attend to receive updates on the Australian superyacht industry and participate in the day’s festivities.
Introducing… Paula Barceló, the athlete breaking boundaries with the Spanish team
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In Western Australia recreational boat owners invited to share moorings
The State’s 100,000 registered recreational boat owners can now apply to be part of the new Shared Use Mooring System (SUMS) which offers casual, short-term access to moorings in some of the best boating locations in WA.
Father-son duo take 2022 Rolex Sydney Hobart fleet past 50
After a premature end to his maiden two-handed Rolex Sydney Hobart campaign in 2021, Michael Bell is back for another crack at the historic race. His new boat, Minnie, is the 50th entrant for the 2022 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race.
Outdoor Connection Partners re-launches Jobe Sports
Outdoor Connection Partners has announced the acquisition of Jobe Sports from watersports distributor J&M Sports earlier this year. In the time since, the team at Outdoor Connection Partners have worked on re-launching one of the world’s leading watersports brands for Australian and New Zealand customers.
Donated Lasers provide new opportunities for the Solomon Islands
As part of an Australian Sailing project dedicated to supporting the Solomon Islands Sailing Association (SISA) in preparation for the 2023 Pacific Games, six Lasers have been donated and carefully transported to the island nation.
Child safeguarding when appointing volunteers and staff
Through sailing’s Child Safeguarding Policy, all clubs, class associations and Discover Sailing Centres are committed to keeping Children safe from abuse and neglect.
2022 SheSails National Conference event set to steer the course
Australian Sailing has announced the date of its 2022 SheSails National Conference event which once more will coincide with World Sailing’s global women’s sailing festival, Steering the Course 2022.
Mandurah Ocean Entrance dredging starts as Dawesville project equals record
After completing a record equalling sand bypassing campaign at Dawesville last month, the Department of Transport (DoT) in Western Australia moved to Mandurah Ocean Entrance last week to commence dredging – ensuring safe navigation and a wider Town Beach for summer.
Westhaven Marina – New Zealand’s First Gold Anchor Marina
The Marina Industries Association (MIA) has announced the continued expansion of the Gold Anchor program with Westhaven Marina in Auckland being awarded with the 4 Gold Anchor accreditation.
