MARINE BUSINESS NEWS
NEWS UPDATE
11 August 2023
Publishers note
The Sydney International Boat Show wrapped up on Sunday afternoon with the event organiser reporting it as a resounding success. 46,919 attendees visited the show floor and marina with 233 exhibitors in total, and 646 vessels across the show. You can read their full report here.
The event evolved from last years, with a reconfiguration of the show halls, and the introduction of a conduit of displays between the halls and marina. The displays were first class, and you must credit the industry for their effort in presenting their products and services.
The show also provided the forum for several awards. A fitting time given the audience and attention of the occasion. Congratulations to the recipients.
Dates for the 2024 event have been set – 1 to 4 August, and it would be sensible to put them in the diary. For those that did not participate this year, I would suggest that you look at this show as a part of your annual marketing / sales plans. It delivers a large, qualified audience, whose volume would be hard to reach and connect with through normal mediums.
Other interesting reads this week include that of Rob Cuming who has sold the Northbank Fibreglass Boat business to Andrew and Chelsea Harris. The BIA has released their 2023 Boating Data Report Card, and another about a Queensland business and their ‘expanding vision’. Have a look at what they do, it really is ingenious.
This week we also, with permission from the event organiser, share with you the boat show image libraries for each day. You can see the 4 libraries at the bottom of this newsletter or in our Webpage Photo Library. Image credit to Sydney International Boat Show and Rising Tide Film.
This week we have seen many many stories, of which most would not fit in this weekly newsletter. Please visit our website to read more.
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Stay safe on the water,
Domenic Genua - Publisher
2023 Sydney International Boat Show wrap up
The Sydney International Boat Show wrapped up on Sunday afternoon after 4 days of trading. Show organisers reported “a resounding success” with positive accolades from many exhibitors.
2023 Boating Data Report Card released
The Boating Industry Association (BIA) has released the State of the Industry data report revealing national turnover at $9.64 billion for 2022-23. BIA President Andrew Fielding launched the report on day one of the Sydney International Boat Show in Darling Harbour.
BIA honours exceptional talent with Apprentice of the Year Award
The Boating Industry Association Ltd (BIA) have announced the winner of the BIA Apprentice of the Year 2023 Award, presented during the Opening Ceremony of the Sydney International Boat Show.
GoBoat wins BIA Sustainability Award
The Boating Industry Association Ltd (BIA) has announced GoBoat as winner of the inaugural Sustainability in Boating Industry Award for 2023 at the Opening of the 54th Sydney International Boat Show in Darling Harbour.
Marine Rescue Volunteers Awarded NSW Maritime Medal
Two long-serving Marine Rescue NSW members from the state’s South Coast have been awarded the NSW Maritime Medal during a ceremony at the Sydney International Boat Show in Darling Harbour.
BIA honours Darren Vaux with Life Membership
The Boating Industry Association (BIA) presented Darren Vaux with Life Membership during the Opening Ceremony of the 54th Sydney International Boat Show for his outstanding and unwavering commitment to the industry.
Northbank Fibreglass Boats business sold
Northbank Fibreglass Boats, one of Australia’s leading fishing trailer boat brands, has been sold to Andrew and Chelsea Harris. Andrew comes to marine manufacturing with distribution and marketing experience in the Australian fishing and tackle industry.
Walcon Marine Australia reaffirms their commitment to the Marina Industry
Walcon Marine Australia (WMA) has reaffirmed its commitment to the industry as a Bronze Sponsor of the Marina Industries Association (MIA).
Expanding Vision
Specialising in custom furniture, the craftspeople at Buywood are broadening their sights into global yachting interiors, starting with their ingenious, expanding table. A family enterprise that prospers over four generations is a feat to be admired. Founded in 1890 as Cameron & Sons, rebranded in 2000 as Buywood Custom Furniture.
Dunbier Launches Sports Centreline 2024 Series
Dunbier have just revealed an all new Sports Centreline Series trailer that is a real head turner. Targeting the Aussie “Tinnie Market” these new models are a complete re-think on what has arguably become a very stagnant part of the trailer market from a design perspective.
QuickShift Delivers Smooth, Fast Gear-Shifting with Superior Slow speed Control
A smooth transmission is essential for the most enjoyable driving experience. Positioned in the drive line, between the engines and the propellors, the gear shift system makes the difference between an effortless or a jarring gear change.
Marine Rescue NSW volunteers make record number of rescues in July
Winter hasn’t kept boaters off the state’s waterways with Marine Rescue NSW volunteers making a record 265 rescues in July, up 46% on the same month last year.
News from MAST – August 2023
Marine and Safety have released their August news bulletin with news on the Weather and some challenges it has presented recently, some dredging taking place on the Prosser River, Infrastructure and projects on the horizon and some advice on Winter Maintenance.
Rendezvous spreads the word
Rivergate Marina & Shipyard sponsored the recent Captains’ Lunch at the 10th Australia Tahiti Rendezvous, held at Marina Taina, Papeete, Friday 8 July 2022.
