MARINE BUSINESS NEWS
NEWS UPDATE
17 March 2023
Publishers note
I had the honour of attending the Australian Superyacht Soireé on the weekend. What I found was an excellent line up of industry stakeholders including exhibitors, sponsors and guests who participated and enjoyed a fabulous contribution of everything Superyachts. My congratulations to the team at Superyachts Australia who delivered a well-balanced and appropriate offering for the target audience. Well done to the entire team.
For those who have been following Michelle’s journey, you will have noticed one considerable change to her tracker. Over the last 24 hours, it has been updated to indicate a landing somewhere, possibly Cairns, in North Queensland. As you would know, her heart was set on arriving in her hometown of Sydney. However, nature had its way with Australian Maid, and placed her in a position where she will likely arrive in Cairns. This in no way undermines her journey. The challenge was always to land on the East Coast of Australia. Sydney was just a hopeful bonus.
With more than 90% of her journey done, Michelle understands that the last leg will be her hardest. Apart from the ongoing weather challenges, she also must navigate and not come undone on the Great Barrier Reef, as well as deal with some currents that will want to send her further north.
What she does have on her side to help her success is an amazing ground crew who behind the scenes have done wonders, beyond expectations to support Michelle’s efforts. There are some special people and organisations amongst this group that will be mentioned at the right time. For now, I know that they want the focus to be on Michelle and not them. But the time will come to celebrate their contribution.
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Stay safe on the water,
Domenic Genua - Publisher
Michelle Lee – tough days but still smiling
Although the end is in sight, this last section of the Coral Sea, has proven to be the most trying of her over 200-day voyage. Having waved goodbye to Cyclone Gabrielle which kept her locked up for over a week, Cyclone Judy and Cyclone Kevin made their appearance shortly afterwards, resulting in another 5 days of lockdown, forcing her to deploy drogue anchor and unable to row.
2023 Superyacht Australia serves up a sensational showcase
Superyacht Australia, the peak body for the Australian Superyacht industry, hosted the fourth annual Superyacht Soirée in partnership with Benetti Yachts at Jones Bay Marina last Saturday, 11 March and welcomed a record number of participating vessels, sponsors and guests.
Sydney Harbour’s Heritage-listed Jones Bay Marina to receive an upgrade
Sydney’s Heritage-listed Jones Bay Marina has received council approval for an upgrade, a move that will address the shortage of marina berths for large vessels in Sydney Harbour and see significant capital poured into the harbourside marina over the course of the year.
Gladstone Marina – Australia’s newest 5 Gold Anchor Marina
The Marina Industries Association (MIA) has announced that Gladstone Ports Corporation’s (GPC) Gladstone Marina has become the latest marina to be awarded the coveted 5 Gold Anchor accreditation.
Zhik launch ‘reZHIKle’ – the recycle scheme for old wetsuits at the ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix | Christchurch
The ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix 18-19 March will be the platform for launching reZHIKle, a programme created by Zhik to recycle all makes of old wetsuits.
Could Self-Driving Electric Boats Be Next?
Electric cars are driving on roads and now electric hydrofoil boats have taken to the seas. Companies are hoping their electric hover-boats will one day replace the gas guzzling water taxis seen in many coastal cities. That would reduce C02 emissions.
Luxury debuts and the largest collection of on-water boats comes to central Auckland
The Auckland Boat Show is back (23 to 26 March) and New Zealanders are more eager than ever to support the local marine industry.
BIAV Appointment
BIA Victoria have announced Dan Brown as the BIAV newly appointed Manager – Education and Industry Skills. This follows an extensive recruitment process and interview series, of a strong applicant pool. Dan will commence with BIAV on Monday 20 March.
Hydrolift – Norway’s Premium Manufacturer of Performance Day Boats now available in Australia.
A guaranteed way to make your day on the water an exciting one – spend it with an X Series Performance Day Boat. Since 1985, Hydrolift from Norway has chosen to do things differently. It has challenged convention and continually delivered innovative designs that have been game changing.
2023 Offshore Superboat Championship – Get Set Geelong!
Geelong’s Corio Bay is set to ignite this weekend, as the Superboats take to the water. In just about all events you always find one sole whose remit seems to be unendingly long, but can be described in just a few words. Namely, get the job done.
Influx if international exhibitors choosing SCIBS as their launchpad in Australia
The 2023 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show say it is thrilled to be welcoming a host of international exhibitors and visitors when it returns from May 25 to 28.
The 23rd Benetti Yachtmaster celebrates the shipyard’s 150th annaversary and looks to the future with its sustainability stratagy
“Build Your Ideal Yacht” is the title of the two-day event on technology and design innovations in yachting, organized to chart the course together to an ever more respectful relationship with the environment.
Hall of Fame Nominations Now Open
Australian Sailing in collaboration with the Australian National Maritime Museum are excited to announce that nominations have now opened for the prestigious Australian Sailing Hall of Fame.
Getting set to shine at the inaugural Australian Sailing Futures camp
Australia’s future sailing stars congregated at the Gold Coast Performance Centre for the inaugural Australian Sailing Futures camp that was held 1 – 3rd March 2023.
NSW Ports launches 2023 Grants Program to support thriving communities
NSW Ports has launched its 2023 Community Grants Program to help local groups, not-for-profit organisations and schools build thriving communities.
Navy to the rescue of stranded mariners
The ship’s company of destroyer HMAS Hobart rescued six mariners from a 30-metre motor yacht north of Australia on March 6. A rigid-hulled inflatable boat (RHIB) was deployed from Hobart in unfavourable conditions to enable the rescue of the crew, who had experienced engine trouble and became stranded in international waters north east of Darwin, near Kolepon (Dolok), Indonesia.
One for you, two for the sea – Seafood Positive throws sustainable seafood a line with the launch of OneFishTwoFish
Australians eat more than 356,000 tonnes of seafood each year, now there is a simple way for seafood lovers to give back to the ocean via OneFishTwoFish, a new program which aims to return two fish to the sea for every fish or seafood equivalent cooked, sold or consumed.
Geraldton firm wins Fremantle Ports contract for new pilot boats
A contract to construct and supply two new pilot vessels for Fremantle Ports has been awarded to Geraldton-based ship builder, Dongara Marine. The contract has a total value of $7.6 million, with delivery of the first pilot boat scheduled for mid-2024.
