MARINE BUSINESS NEWS
NEWS UPDATE
22 December 2023
Publishers note
With only a few days until Christmas, I was wrong to think that the news would start to slow down. It hasn’t, and this week has been as busy as most.
So much so that we will continue to publish news during the festive season. We will certainly down tools on the weekends and public holidays; however, we will remain alert for any breaking news and bring it to you, whatever the day.
This week, I would like to highlight two stories that have been featured on our news site, and they are the headliners for this Friday's eNews.
Firstly, a piece from Danny Casey tiled “The life and death of a legend top dog to underdog!”. Danny looks back at the history of OMC, and like many of his stories they provide a fascinating insight into our industries history. Danny is a highly talented writer, story teller, and historian. Once you start reading his stories, they are hard to put down.
The other is a two-part video account produced by the team at NautiStyles. These videos accomplish several things. Firstly, they take you behind the scenes into the production facilities of one of Australia’s advanced and refined boat-building facilities. Secondly, this is a must-watch for anyone looking to enter our industry and possibly learn a trade, irrespective of age. There is no better motivator than seeing and understanding the opportunities presented. These videos were certainly not made to entice newcomers to our industry, but by default, they have produced a fabulous ‘doco’ that would inspire many people to want to work in recreational boating.
One is a great read, and the other is fascinating viewing. Something to enjoy while kicking back during this short break.
From my family to your family, we wish you the very best for Christmas, the festive season, and a happy and prosperous 2024.
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Stay safe on the water,
Domenic Genua - Publisher
The life and death of a legend top dog to underdog!
Just over fifteen years ago, Outboard Marine Corporation (OMC), once the world’s largest manufacturer of outboard motors, filed for bankruptcy. How this legendary conglomerate went from being an international institution for much of the 20th century to a virtual also-ran at the birth of the 21st is still the source of much debate. Danny Casey argues that the industry has never been the same since.
NautiStyles visits Riviera and the outcome is facinating
For those looking for quality YouTube viewing with a nautical theme, we recommend you look at the fabulous NautiStyles Channel. YachtTubers Victoria Chalaya & Rico Stoll, the founders and hosts of NautiStyles, the most watched US-based yacht walk-through YouTube channel, have close to 400,000 subscribers and more than 4 million views per month. They were in Australia recently to visit Riviera. The outcome was a fascinating insight into the workings of one of Australia’s most respected brands. Watch both episodes here.
Leadership transition at Yamaha Motor Australia Group – Darryl Lovegrove Appointed YMA Managing Director
Effective 1 January 2024, Mr Darryl Lovegrove will assume the role of Managing Director of the Yamaha Motor Australia Group. A former Yamaha Motor Australia Director and Chief Financial Officer, Mr Lovegrove has spent the past three years on assignment in Japan as the General Manager of the Global Human Resources Division of Yamaha Motor Company (YMC). Current Managing Director, Mr Tom Okamoto, will conclude his Australian assignment on 31 December 2023.
Maritimo doubling up with 2 entries in the prestigious Rolex Sydney Hobart
Representing the Gold Coast and Queensland in the iconic 2023 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race, sailing yachts Maritimo Racing has entered two of its yachts, Maritimo 52(A TP 52) and Maritimo 54(A Schumacher 54). Maritimo only team with 2 entries in the event. On Boxing Day, December 26, both yachts, Maritimo 52 & Maritimo 54 will line up on the start line of the epic blue water race, which is celebrating its 78th edition this year with a strong fleet of 113 yachts.
BRP celebrates 20 years of adventures and innovation
BRP has marked an important milestone in its history by celebrating 20 years of adventure, innovation and growth. BRP’s adventure began on December 18, 2003, when it was launched as a standalone company. Its mission, which remains the same today, was to create new ways to move people and redefine powersports riding experiences so that they are measured by emotion rather than distance.
“Australia’s ability to swap drivers and almost win shows how good they are”: Coutts debriefs Dubai final
SailGP boss Russell Coutts has given his rundown of the Dubai Final, arguing that Australia’s ability to ‘change up the driver and almost win the event shows how good they really are’. Former U.S. driver Jimmy Spithill stepped in for permanent driver Tom Slingsby, who was out on paternity leave. Despite a poor 8th place finish in practice racing, Spithill guided the Aussie team to a second place finish overall in Dubai, maintaining their place at the top of the overall Championship leaderboard.
