BIA announcement about the Sydney International Boat Show

BIA reshapes Australia's boat show landscape. The Boating Industry Association (BIA) is transforming Australia’s boat show landscape from 2025 with the introduction of two dynamic new formats designed to better align with industry needs, global trends and public interest.

Australian Wooden Boat Festival sets Sail to Pacific

Tasmania’s largest free event and the largest celebration of wooden boats and maritime culture in the Southern Hemisphere will set sail this weekend, from Friday, February 7, to Monday, February 10, 2025. Over four days, Hobart’s waterfront will reach its fullest potential and become a place of pilgrimage for wooden boat enthusiasts and tens of thousands of visitors from across Australia and the world.

Jerry Schwartz takes over Sydney Seaplanes

Sydney’s rich seaplane aviation heritage is set for a renaissance with hotel and hospitality entrepreneur Dr Jerry Schwartz acquiring majority ownership in Sydney Seaplanes, which operates scenic charter flights from the harbour front at Rose Bay.

Captain Cook Cruises Celebrates 55 Years of Sydney Harbour Magic

Captain Cook Cruises is proudly celebrating its 55th birthday, with festivities launched on Sunday, 26th January, Australia Day. While the 50th-anniversary plans were delayed by the global pandemic, this milestone provides a moment to reflect on their rich history, honour their resilience, and celebrate with their guests and team.

Guilty pleas and convictions for master and company of Horizontal Falls boat crash

A horrific and high-profile incident involving a domestic commercial vessel has demonstrated that a safety management system is only as effective as its implementation. 25 passengers and 2 crew were onboard Journey Beyond Adventures Pty Ltd owned and operated high-speed commercial vessel Falls Express when it crashed into Horizontal Falls.

Inaugural African Boating Conference generates strong support

Raymarine announced it has collaborated with Zin Boats on a new, exciting project developing the world’s most advanced electric superyacht tender – the Z11. Associated with Feadship’s Project 821, the Z11 combines marine navigation and vessel automation, unmatched performance and luxurious design that will set a new standard in the marine industry.

Historic ship sinks in the D’Entrecasteaux Channel

Police were called by crew of a 20 metre 1958 Pilot Cutter about 3.45pm Wednesday afternoon after the vessel suffered mechanical failure and began taking on water, in the D’Entrecasteaux Channel, near Whale Boat Rock (South of Woodbridge) in Tasmaia’s south.

Ribcraft Australia Partners with Edencraft International to Build Sovereign RHIB Manufacturing in Victoria

Ribcraft Australia, the official branch of the renowned British brand Ribcraft®, has partnered with Edencraft International to begin local manufacturing of its high-performance RHIBs in Geelong, Victoria. This collaboration marks Ribcraft’s entry into Australian production, delivering world-class vessels for defence, government, and commercial organisations under the ‘Australian Made’ banner.

Record hunters overcome hydrofoil cavitation

Challenging the world speed record for sailing craft, the Swiss team SP80 is developing and fine-tuning a ventilated hydrofoil that could help break the hydrodynamic boundaries that limit boat speeds to around 50 knots. Cavitation that occurs around hydrofoils at these high speeds can be eliminated in a radical new hydrofoil design. Overcoming cavitation could enable future development of low-drag, high-speed maritime transport.

Fishing platform design unveiled for new Bunbury breakwater

The WA Government has released the design for the planned $4 million universal access fishing platform to be built following the construction of the new northern breakwater at Casuarina Boat Harbour in Bunbury. To be located on the northern side about one-third along the 460-metre breakwater currently under construction, the platform will be positioned adjacent to a special precinct to be developed on the breakwater supporting the needs of users, carers and visitors.

Riviera floats Australia’s exports

A fleet of Queensland-built luxury motor yachts valued at more than $45 million have been driven on to a semi-submersible ship in the Port of Brisbane, ahead of their 8000 nautical mile voyage to Mexico and the east coast of the United States, that will commence on Saturday.

The International SeaKeepers Society Welcomes Jones Bay Superyacht Marina as a New Partner in Marine Conservation

The International SeaKeepers Society has proudly to announced its partnership with Jones Bay Superyacht Marina, a premier marina located just beyond the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in their mission to advance marine science, conservation, and education through the yachting community.

Network Marine Insurance commits support to the Marina Industry as MIA Bronze Sponsor

Network Marine Insurance, a longtime supporter of the marine industry, is the latest business to commit its support to the marina industry through its investment in Bronze Sponsorship of the Marina Industries Association (MIA).

Maritimo Boating Destinations – Sydney

The NSW coastline of Australia has a diverse range of impressive scenery, including pristine beaches, rugged cliffs, tranquil bays, and lush hinterlands. It stretches over 2130km with many bays and harbours to explore and enjoy. Some of the options include Yamba, Lake Macquarie, and Port Stephens, but probably the most popular areas would be Broken Bay, which includes Pittwater, the Hawkesbury River, and Central Coast, and naturally, the world-famous Sydney Harbour.