NEWS UPDATE16 September 2022 Publishers noteNews services this week have been dominated with information about the passing of HRH Queen Elizabeth II. Marine Business News would like to pay tribute to Her Majesty’s unwavering commitment and devotion throughout her 70-year reign. Understandably, the Southampton Boat Show have announced that the event will be suspended for one day on the 19th for her Majesty’s funeral. This week was a good week for the marine industry. Feedback is that things are moving forward in a good way. The level of business enquiry remains positive and steady. Supply chain issues have not gone away, and like almost every other industry we are adapting to new processes and procedures to cope with that. I received a surprising call on Wednesday. What started with me thinking I was about to receive another spam call turned out to be a very special one. I love having a chat, and the occasional and impromptu call from a friend is always welcome. This week however I received a call that I can only say was unexpected. I invite you to read my story in Marine Business News. Lots to read and learn about. We hope you enjoy this week’s edition of our “Marine Business News update”. We invite you to visit our webpage for more and links to resources, photo libraries, reviews, our international industry events calendar, and our jobs board. To read all the stories, please visit MarineBusinessNews.com.au Our newsroom is open, and if your business has news to share, please let us know. Feel free to contact me or our team in the newsroom at newsroom@marinebusinessnews.com.au Stay safe on the water, Condolences for Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth IIThe team at Marine Business News are profoundly sad that Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II has passed away. Marine Business News would like to pay tribute to Her Majesty’s unwavering commitment and devotion throughout her 70-year reign. From one ocean to anotherI love having a chat, and the occasional and impromptu call from a friend is always welcome. This week however I received a call that I can only say was unexpected. Statement from Southampton Boat Show Following the announcement of the state funeral of her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on Monday 19 September, Southampton International boat show will not open that day as a mark of our deepest respect for her and her family. Entries Open for Nautilus Marine Insurance 2023 Marina of the Year AwardsMarinas and marine businesses are invited to enter the biennial Nautilus Marine Insurance Marina of the Year Awards (MOTYA). Open day to celebrate boatshed’s 80-year milestonePeople who have long wondered what happens at the old green boatshed at the bottom on Pier Street in East Fremantle will have the opportunity to find out next month when the Department of Transport (DoT) marks the building’s 80th anniversary with a special open day. ASC unveils new vision for sport volunteering The Sport Volunteer Coalition Action Plan, developed by the Australian Sports Commission (ASC) and a team of experts, outlines a new approach that will foster positive, safe and fulfilling experiences for sport volunteers. France set new SailGP speed record of 99.94 KM/H on crazy day in Saint-TropezThe France SailGP Team has broken the SailGP racing speed record, hitting 99.94 km/h during the third Fleet Race of the Range Rover France Sail Grand Prix | Saint-Tropez. North Queensland yacht racing continued with Nautilus Marine Insurance supporting the SeaLink Magnetic Island Race WeekThe North Queensland regatta season continued with Nautilus Marine Insurance stepping up once again as a major supporter of the 2022 SeaLink Magnetic Island Race Week held over 1-7 September. ON THE HORIZON 2022On the eve of the 44th Cannes Yachting Festival opening, Groupe Beneteau renew its appointment with the ON THE HORIZON event to share a dedicated gathering moment with its international community. Deep Blue 100 kW on display for the first time at the Cannes Yachting Festival 2022Visitors to this year’s Cannes Yachting Festival will be able to test various electric and hybrid boats, plus view the Deep Blue 100 kW inboard drives, on display for the first time at the festival. Aussie Refit AccelerationBoat arrivals and vessel refits at The Boat Works are rapidly accelerating ahead of high season with an influx of privately-owned and commercial boats choosing the yard for maintenance and refit works. “People don’t realise how physical sailing can be”: Inside the fitness schedule of Switzerland Grinder Julian RolazJulien Rolaz, grinder on the Switzerland SailGP Team, talks us through is workout schedule and how he prepares for a day racing on the water. Incat Crowther partners with Kelsian Group to launch iconic Sydney Harbour Dinner Cruise VesselAustralian digital shipbuilder Incat Crowther supported The Kelsian Group’s launch of a new, iconic 63-metre dinner cruise vessel. Conceived specifically for Sydney Harbour, The Jackson is designed to host up to 700 passengers, and 60 crew, for dinner and cocktail-style events. Raymarine Announced as Marine Electronics Partner to BENETEAU Oceanis Sailing Yachts for 2023 OnwardsCollaboration between two industry leaders brings award-winning performance, reliability, and support to sailors in the 30 to 60-foot market |