MARINE BUSINESS NEWS UPDATE
NEWS UPDATE
20 May 2022
Publishers note
At time of writing, I have not long arrived back to the hotel having attended the first day of the Sanctuary Cove Boat Show.
It was an absolute delight to be able to re-engage with industry face-to-face, personally not having attended a boat show for three years. The last ironically being the Sydney International Boat Show in 2019 that would end up being my last at the helm.
The apprehension I approached the show with was ultimately unfounded given the substantial welcome I received both personally, and for Marine Business News.
My attendance at the show followed an excellent experience having participated at ASMEX2022 immediately prior. Congratulations to President Jeremy Spear, CEO David Good and the entire team at Australian International Marine Export Group (AIMEX) who also operates Superyacht Australia and the Australian Commercial Marine Group, for their excellent event.
I must also mention my first engagement at the Sanctuary Cove Boat Show. It was the launch of three new vessels by Australian iconic and mega brand Maritimo. What struck me was the sincerity with which it was conducted.
Central to the event was Tom Barry-Cotter (pictured with me), son of the legendary Bill Barry-Cotter. Tom has taken a significant lead in the business and now comfortably presents as the face of the brand.
This has led me to think about our industry, and the many participants who are the next generation, that have successfully been able to build and nurture their family businesses. There are many, and this can only bode well, as these emerging leaders are exactly what our industry needs to take us positively into the future.
This week’s Friday update includes only 10 of the stories we have published during the week. However, this week has been busy and since our last update we have published 36 news items. To read them all, please visit our website.
Please feel free to contact me or our team at newsroom@marinebusinessnews.com.au
Stay safe on the water,
Domenic Genua - Publisher
“Think ahead. Think now. Be Brave. Be Bold” says Spear
ASMEX2022 delivered a first-class line up of speakers and confirmed AIMEX as one of Australia’s leading marine industry bodies.
President Jeremy Spear opened the conference and set the positive mood for what followed.
Three global launches at 2022 SCIBS for Maritimo
Leading Australian luxury motor yacht manufacturer Maritimo, will set one of the most heralded milestones in its near 20 year history at this year’s Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show with the global launch of three iconic new models.
The Boat Works goes mega
The Boat Works will embark on the next level of major construction within the Superyacht Yard, doubling the footprint of the North yard.
Marinas22 kicking off this weekend set to be the biggest yet
The final preparations are being made to the Marinas22 International Conference and Trade Exhibition kicking off this Sunday night with the City of Gold Coast Welcome Function held aboard YOT Club – the Gold Coast’s premium superyacht floating venue.
First all-women design team leads the launch of Sea Ray’s new SLX 260 and SLX 260 outboard
Sea Ray recently announced the launch of its all-new SLX 260 and SLX 260 Outboard, the company’s first boat designed by an all-women design team and the first Sport Boats to showcase the new SLX design language.
Smoke on the water
Local Worimi Elders conducted what is possibly the first ever traditional smoking ceremony on the water at the official naming of two new oyster reefs in the Port Stephens-Great Lakes Marine Park.
BIA rebrand of Marine Card affirms commitment to ongoing product development
The Boating Industry Association (BIA) has undertaken a rebranding initiative to refine the visual identity, offering and vision for its Marine Card product.
MIA Announces Clean Tech Partnership with Searial Cleaners
As it prepares for its premier industry event, Marinas22, the Marina Industries Association (MIA) announced a new and exciting Clean Tech Partnership with The Searial Cleaners.
Maritimo appoints industry identity, Derrick Nowak, amidst global expansion strategy.
Australian Motor Yacht builder, Maritimo has appointed Mr Derrick Nowak to spearhead their global dealer and market expansion.
Navico joins responsible business alliance as supporter member
Navico has announced it has joined the Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) as a Supporter Member this month, becoming the first company focused on marine electronics to join the world’s largest industry coalition dedicated to corporate social responsibility in global supply chains.
