MARINE BUSINESS NEWS
NEWS UPDATE
05 December 2025
Publishers note
As I write, I am attending the Australian Business Events Conference in Melbourne, where the industry is deeply engaged in learning and sharing critical information about the running of events and exhibitions. Internationally, the sector is buoyed with success, inspiring the launch of further shows as a way of supporting a wide range of industries.
Boat shows are part of this same cycle and, when well run, provide an important business boost, both immediately and in helping secure long-term prosperity.
Across the country, the weather has been very good in many regions, yet equally volatile. As boaties, keeping a close watch on the weather is part of our routine, and it remains something we cannot afford to approach with complacency.
This week we bring good news of further facility development across a number of sites in SEQ. It is encouraging progress for our growing industry, as the region continues to embed itself as the heart of Australia’s boating sector. I understand further announcements are in the wind.
On the show front, BIAV have locked in their dates for the Gippsland Lakes, Sanctuary Cove have officially opened space sales, and BLA have advised their trade show dates, a must-attend for many in our industry.
As always, my selection of top stories leads this eNews, with the remainder grouped in the summaries below.
We do hope you enjoy this week’s news.
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Stay safe on the water,
Domenic Genua - Publisher
BLA Announces 2026 Trade Show Dates – A Must-Attend Industry Event Returns to Brisbane
BLA has officially confirmed the dates for its highly anticipated 2026 BLA Trade Show, with the event scheduled for Monday 20 July and Tuesday 21 July 2026. Once again, the showcase will take place at The Star, Brisbane, providing a premium setting for one of the marine industry’s most valued annual gatherings.
Gippsland Lakes Boat Show coming in 2026!
27 February to 1 March 2026. Paynesville. Clear your calendars, the inaugural Gippsland Lakes Boat Show is launching in 2026 in the beautiful boating town of Paynesville, set in the heart of the Gippsland Lakes.
d’Albora Opens Leasing Opportunities for New Pacific Point Marina & Boatyard Development
Australia’s largest marina network, d’Albora, is preparing for the next stage of its long-established expansion strategy with the launch of Pacific Point Marina & Boatyard, a new commercial marine precinct to be built at Steiglitz in Queensland. The company ...
Exhibitor applications now open for the 2026 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show
Exhibitor applications are now officially open for the 2026 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show taking place from 21 to 24 May 2026 at Sanctuary Cove on Australia’s spectacular Gold Coast.
Pier 25 – the next stage of expansion at The Boat Works
Steering into 2026, The Boat Works unveils ‘Pier 25,’ taking the premier marine destination to the next level. A multi-storey, architect-designed building at the entry of The Boat Works, Pier 25 will feature premium marine showrooms and multi-level marine ...
Platinum partners announced for the inaugural 2026 Sydney Charter Show
Superyacht Australia has announced the Platinum Partners for the first ever Sydney Charter Show to be held on Sunday 22 and Monday 23 February 2026 at Jones Bay Superyacht Marina..
Flexiteek International appoints NAVALE as exclusive Australian distribution partner
UK based Flexiteek International has signalled a new direction for the product in the Australian marketplace appointing NAVALE as their commercial partners for the region. The new fabrication hub in Ballina NSW will provide services ...
Grand Banks V-Warp Technology
Many people familiar with Grand Banks have heard the term V-Warp Technology. But fewer people have an understanding of what that phrase actually means. In truth, it encompasses three distinct aspects of Grand Banks’s approach to building the most efficient motor yachts on Earth.
Over 35 Years of Heritage in the Glass Industry: Transitioning the Marine Glass Business into the Future
For those familiar with Marine Window Services (MWS), the name Freeman Kemp represents more than its founding — it stands for craftsmanship, perseverance, and the spark that shaped what is now Integ Marine Group.
Support for recreational boaters in S.A.
As part of the State and Federal Governments’ Algal Bloom Summer Plan, the S.A. State Government has developed a long-term plan to protect fish stocks while providing immediate support to recreational boat users.
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