MARINE BUSINESS NEWS UPDATE
NEWS UPDATE
4 November 2022
Publishers note
It very much looks like many are approaching the end of year with a whole lot of optimism. Yesterday, the Sanctuary Cove team opened industry bookings for space for their 2023 show. Mulpha Events General Manager Johan Hasser was joined by industry leaders declaring they are expecting to exceed previous year’s exhibitor numbers.
If this is the case, and I truly hope it is, it confirms my belief in the value, and positive returns to all stakeholders, of good, quality boat shows. Boat Shows have been at the forefront of the growth in the participation of the lifestyle our industry survives off.
For those who know me well will know that I have other business interests, and I can say with good authority that consumers are returning to shows in astonishing numbers. I do hope our industry nurtures the boat shows we had back to life and uses them to help our industry prosper.
In other news, Michelle continues her journey, and this week has spoken of challenging days. Who doesn’t love our industry for the diversity it delivers. At one end of the scale, we share news of hydrogen technology and at the other end, we tell the story of craftsmanship in demand.
We have stories of investment in our emergency response services, new facilities for boaties, a new Quintrex dealer in Sydney’s north, an update on the Sydney to Hobart, news about the World Match Racing Tour, an announcement from Yamaha about a sponsorship and a new release from Suzuki, just to name a few.
Just like last week, this week has been a busy news week and we urge you look at the many more stories on our website for many more stories not seen in this newsletter as well as links to resources, photo libraries, reviews, our international industry events calendar, and our jobs board.
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,
Domenic Genua - Publisher
Secure your exhibitor space at Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show 2023
Seas the day! Exhibitor applications are now open for the highly anticipated Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show 2023 (SCIBS), which will take place May 25-28. After the sold out 2022 event – which saw over 45,000 visitors and 334 exhibitors with 607 boats on show and over 1000 marine products – SCIBS has been inundated with exhibitor enquiries.
McConaghy to build ETNZ Chase Zero boats
When the Protocol for the 37th America’s Cup was announced, one of the key initiatives aside from the re-vamped rules for the AC75 and the initiation of the new AC40’s for the Youth & Women’s America’s Cup, was the introduction of Hydrogen powered chase boats that all teams must build.
Craftsmanship in demand
The Wooden Boatshop produces their own range of timber boats and will showcase their skills at the 2023 Australian Wooden Boat Festival, 10 to 13 February in Hobart. Situated in Sorrento on the Mornington Peninsula, The Wooden Boatshop is a hub for hand-made timber boats, crafted by experts intent on preserving traditional boatbuilding skills.
Michelle Lee’s Journey – Day 80
Michelle’s continues to share her fascinating story. I spoke to her a couple of days prior to this update and she told me that she had travelled 4,000 nm. Whilst the distance between departure and planned arrival point was 7,500 nm, her journey would be longer given the route she will take. Michelle was also hugely grateful to Roger ‘Clouds’ Badham who is guiding every move she makes.
Dometic introduces Optimus electric power steering for inboard powered wake boats
The latest innovation from Dometic delivers proven electric power steering technology specifically engineered for the needs of popular watersports wake boats. The electrification of the steering system results in a smooth driving and better all-around watersports experience.
Now Open – 75T marine travel lift and boatyard services Coffs Harbour
As part of the Coffs Harbour Marine Precinct Project, boatyard managers GCBoatyards have announced the opening of a new boatyard facility serving the Coffs Harbour boating community. Located along Marina Drive, adjacent to the 168-berth Coffs Harbour International Marina, it is conveniently located at the midway point between Sydney and Gold Coast.
Suzuki Marine launches integrated steering
Suzuki Marine has again raised the engineering bar in the outboard motor space, unveiling an optional integrated steering system for its flagship DF300B and DF350A 4.4-litre V6 models. The design incorporates a simple rack and pinion design and eliminates the requirement for a conventional steering cylinder’s integration onto the front of the outboard to control the steering axis.
Expected standards of behaviour
Australian Sailing says that it is committed to ensuring that everyone involved with sailing is treated with respect and dignity. To have respect is to have due regard for the feelings, wishes, or rights of others. Dignity is the importance of recognising people for their inherent humanity and treating them ethically. This is simply being considerate and treating people decently.
ATL Composites return to the 2023 Australian Wooden Boat Festival
ATL Composites will attend the 2023 Australian Wooden Boat Festival, taking over the Hobart docks 10 to 13 February and showcasing more than 500 timber craft, including 10 Tall Ships.
Quintrex more accessible than ever
Quintrex is taking the Northern Beaches community by storm, with its latest dealership setting up shop in the heart of the bustling New South Wales hub. Beaches Quintrex now holds title as the newest addition to the brands line-up of top-level dealerships, bringing accessibility to the local Australian community to another level.
Million-dollar vessels and command centre to boost state’s emergency response
The State’s emergency response has received a major boost with the launch of two new NSW Maritime vessels and a state-of-the-art maritime command centre in Sydney Harbour.
Production site initiatives to create a decarbonised society
Yamaha Motor announced that the target date for achieving carbon neutrality at its domestic and international factories–a goal in the Yamaha Motor Group Environmental Plan 2050 revised in July 2021–has been accelerated to 2035.
How SailGP is creating an inclusive sporting championship
SailGP has reflected on its ambition to create an inclusive sporting championship with gender equity at its heart in the league’s first Purpose and Impact Report. The report, which was released last month, sums up the league’s environmental and social sustainability progress from Season 2, as well as comparing this to the overall strategy in Season 3 and beyond.
Assisting autonomous development – Sponsorship Announcement – 2022 RobotX Maritime Challenge
Reflecting a commitment to its Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), as well as its Long Term Vision – ART for Human Possibilities – Yamaha Motor Australia has announced its sponsorship of the 2022 Maritime RobotX Challenge.
2022 World Match Racing Tour final moves to Sydney Dec 13-18
Organisers of the World Match Racing Tour have announced the 2022 WMRT Final has been re-scheduled to 13-18 December in Sydney, Australia. The event will be co-hosted with the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia (CYCA) and the winner will be crowned official 2022 Match Racing World Champion.
