The New Zealand Hutchwilco Boat Show sold

XPO Exhibitions have announced they are acquiring the Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show from long-time owner Auckland Water Ski Club. The New Zealand Boat Show is steeped in history having commenced back in 1956, when it was first held as part of the 1956 Easter Show.

Mary Papantoniou 25 Years of service to the BIAV – Congratulations!

During the BIAV 21 October VIP and Exhibitor function Mary Papantoniou was recognised for her 25 years service to BIAV. President Eleni Savva was on hand to present Mary with a beautiful ‘silver jubilee’ jewellery collection, as she was recognised for her loyalty and dedication to BIAV, as well as for her unending efforts and respect for BIAV members.

Melbourne Boat Show 60 year celebrations

During the 60th Melbourne Boat Show, a group of members and exhibitors gathered for a trip down memory lane. Although two-years belated, the group enjoyed a 15 minute video and a ‘Toast to 60 BIAV years and 60 Melbourne Boat Shows’, at the Melbourne City Marina function space on Friday 21 October. 

Welcome Angela Mork to the Marine Industries Association

In mid-October, Angela Mork joined the MIA team as the Training & Development Coordinator. Angela is a training and education professional with experience in the vocational education and training sector. A qualified trainer and assessor, quality auditor and instructional designer, she has worked across many industry sectors.

Queensland’s boat registrations grow almost four times faster than population during the pandemic

Queensland has experienced a pandemic-led doubling in boat registrations with the pace of growth so strong that the number of boats hitting the water is increasing almost four times faster than the population in percentage terms, according to a new report.

Marine Jobs collaborates with BIA Victoria at Melbourne Boat Show

The Melbourne Boat Show returned to the Docklands in October this year after more than three years of hiatus due to Covid restrictions. With positive feedback post the show, it is clear the demand for boats, boating and the boating lifestyle continues to be very strong. 

Griffith reports finds Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show contributes over $470 million to GC

Research conducted by Griffith Business School at Griffith University has found that the estimated direct economic impact of the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS) 2021 to the Gold Coast was almost half a billion dollars.

Model citizen – loved it so much, he build one!

Building boats takes time, precision, and passion. Making models of them is no different, and due to the size of it, possibly even more intricate. Former Maritimo employee Chris Clark must have all of these qualities in spades, for the model of the Maritimo 550 Offshore Motor Yacht you see here took him a whole three years of his spare time.

Suzuki Outboard Motor Achieves Accumulated Global Production of Four Million Units

Suzuki started production of outboard motors in 1965, at the Takatsuka headquarters plant. In 1979 the plant moved to Toyokawa in Aichi Prefecture, and relocated to the Kosai Plant, Shizuoka in 2018. Suzuki also started production at its subsidiary in Thailand, Thai Suzuki Motor Co., Ltd. (hereinafter Thai Suzuki) in 1999.

Sixty-nine new berths open as part of Port Coogee Marina expansion

Visitors to Port Coogee Marina (located in North Coogee, a coastal, western suburb of Perth, WA) can now enjoy a leisurely wander along a new 90m public waterfront timber boardwalk, following completion of stage three of the facility’s expansion.

Upcoming MIA education

The Nautilus Marine Insurance Emergency Preparedness Course examines common emergencies marinas should be prepared for. It examines the essential requirements of an emergency response incident management plan, including risk assessments and response management. 

A thanks to outgoing Australian Sailing President, Daniel Belcher

Australian Sailing have paid tribute to outgoing President Daniel Belcher.   Their announcement read: Australian Sailing like to extend its most sincere gratitude and thanks Daniel Belcher, who finished his time as President of the governing body for the sport of sailing at the most recent Annual General Meeting.

BIAV preparing for State Elections

The BIAV have said, “With the state election just 17 days away BIAV is liaising with both sides of the parliament, with a view to some strong commitments for boaters for the 2022 to 2026 period. In coming days we expect to hear from the Minister Sonya Kilkenny, and the Shadow Minister Bill Tilley in relation to what they can do for boaters for the four year period, and what legacy effect they could have. 

Raymarine Ambassador Giancarlo Pedote embarks on the Route Du Rhum in preparation for his second Vendée Globe

Giancarlo Pedote, the accomplished offshore racing sailor from Florence in Italy is set to take on the Route Du Rhum, in preparation for one of the toughest races in the world, the Vendée Globe.

SeaLink’s retention of Gladstone contracts a ferry good deal

Following competitive tender processes, SeaLink will continue providing ferry connections to the QCLNG, GLNG and APLNG projects on Curtis Island on behalf of Shell, Santos and ConocoPhillips, under new 10-year marine services contracts.