Aussie named in Brunswick Corporation Organisational Changes

Will Sangster is promoted to Senior Vice President and President, Business Acceleration, succeeding Preisser, and will be responsible for the continued growth of the exciting portfolio of businesses within the division. Sangster was most recently President of Mercury Marine in EMEA, a position he assumed in October 2021.

Why are Marinas Important?

The marina industry in Australia incorporates approximately 291 commercial marinas, yacht clubs and boatyards. It is an industry that supports one of Australia’s most iconic pastimes, boating. The industry is strong and has an exceptional record in participating in voluntary industry accreditation programs such as Clean Marinas and Gold Anchor that promote the maintenance of high standards, continuous improvement and demonstrate self-regulation.

“This is such a good news story, and it’s one that needs to be widely shared…

I’ve said it many, many times before, and I’ll keep right on saying it: Genuine, committed anglers must, by definition, also be passionate conservationists. Not “lock-it-up-and-throw-the-key-away” preservationists, nor ideologically-motivated green activists with a political barrow to push, but rather real conservationists.

Expert’s guide to routine checks

Chris Robertson, Operations Manager of Q Service at The Quays Marina on Sydney’s Pittwater, shares some expert advice regarding regular vessel checks and routine maintenance. Check your bilge pumps.
We’ve had our fair share of rain of late, and boats like to be on the water, not in it. 

Marine Rescue NSW South Coast volunteer to attend International search and rescue training in Finland

Former Marine Rescue Bermagui Unit Commander Caron Parfitt ESM departs for Helsinki on Wednesday (21 August) to take part in this week’s International Maritime Rescue Federation Women in Search and Rescue (SAR) training course.

Marlborough Sounds Marinas: The First New Zealand Clean Marinas

Marlborough Sounds Marinas—comprising Picton, Waikawa, and Havelock marinas — are the first New Zealand marinas to be awarded the International Clean Marina accreditation. Following a rigorous independent environmental audit, all three sites achieved a perfect score of 100%.

Revo Sunglasses announces Premium Partnership

Revo Sunglasses has announced a Premium Partnership with Hamilton Island Enterprises for Race Week and Endurance Series Events. Revo Brings NASA Technology to Australia’s Premier Sporting Events, Enhancing Athlete Performance with Premium Polarized Sunglasses.

“Being a teenager in the ’80’s I thought it’d be cool to go “Ghostbusting”

In Stephen Covey’s book The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, there’s a powerful anecdote about love as an action rather than a feeling. Covey tells the story of a man who felt stuck in a loveless marriage. The man didn’t know what to do, but Covey’s advice was straightforward: to love her anyway.

Marina close-up: d’Albora East Coast Marina

Located within Brisbane’s Manly Boat Harbour marine hub, d’Albora East Coast Marina offers a range of berthing solutions from wet berthing to dry storage, including 295 wet berths for vessels up to 18m and 240 undercover dry storage racks. There is also a full-service boatyard facility with travel lift, and a mix of marine trades, retail, and dining and commercial tenants onsite, making for a great mix of business and social opportunities.

The future of antifoul

What is the future of antifoul technology in a world demanding increasingly environmentally friendly and sustainable solutions? Boatyards have a valuable role to play preserving the purity of our beautiful waterways. Many of us are uncertain about the performance of new, sustainable hull protection systems, and the governing regulation changes that are inevitable.

Catching Is More Fun: Sea-Doo Continues to Innovate to Deliver Fishing Performance that Is Second to None

Sea-Doo continues to innovate and strengthen their focus in the fishing space with new 2025 Sea-Doo models and the redesigned Alumacraft models. Sea-Doo is casting its line into the deep end of the lake with the new FishPro Apex personal watercraft (PWC) as the brand broadens its lineup in the fishing space and helps customers find their water.

Upcoming education from MIA

Upcoming Online Training Courses & Webinars, Emergency Preparedness Course, 29 August, 2:00pm – 4:00pm AEDT,  Drones & Marina Security Webinar, 26 September, 2:00pm AEDT,  Oil Spill Response Course, 17 October, 2:00pm AEST, Straddle Carrier Operations and Maintenance Course – Robe Lake Butler Marina, SA & 2025 Marina Management Courses – EOI Now Open!

Safe Work Australia proposal to License Straddle Carrier Operators

The submissions to Safe Work Australia (SWA) regarding their proposal to license Straddle Carrier Operators closed Wednesday 31 July. SWA has informed Marina Industries Association (MIA) that they have received numerous submissions from the industry supporting the MIA’s position. These submissions effectively communicated the issues and challenges associated with the proposed licensing. 

ePropultion partners with 37th America’s Cup to supply sustainable electric power for autonomous race marks

ePropulsion, a leader in marine electric propulsion systems and services, announced its new partnership with America’s Cup to power their autonomous race marks at the Louis Vuitton 37th America’s Cup in Barcelona. ePropulsion’s Navy 6.0 Evo motor, powered by its E163 battery, will provide propulsion for the AC Bot, the autonomous race marks.

Candela Supplies Flying Electric Ships To Saudi Arabia’s NEOM

In a landmark deal, the Candela P-12, the world’s first electric hydrofoil ship, will service the planned water network in NEOM, the gigantic, sustainable development taking shape in Northwest Saudi Arabia. NEOM has procured an initial batch of 8 of the foiling, electric shuttle ships, making it the largest announced order in Candela’s history.

Camaraderie, chefs and champagne ahead for Hamilton Island Race Week 2024

16/08/2024 - Hamilton Island Race Week 2024 is around the corner and southerners shivering through the winter season, are dreaming of warm days, exquisite chef dinners and joyful reunions, all set against the backdrop of Australia’s most beloved winter sailing competition

Hamilton Island Race Week underway for 2024

18/08/2024 - Hamilton Island Race Week officially opened with a bang last night, marked with fireworks at the Nautilus Marine Insurance Yacht Owners and Skippers Welcome Cocktail Party. While the welcome went off with plenty of sparks, the breeze this morning for the first day of racing was lack-lustre.

Luck of the Irish at Hamilton Island Race Week

19/08/2024 - Boats from all eight Australian states and territories, ranging in size from the 100ft Super Maxi ‘Wild Thing 100’ to the smallest yacht, a 20.6ft Sonata 6.3 ‘Norbert G’ skippered by Ghigo Casalini. There is also a boat from Ireland, named Ri-Ra, skippered by brothers Hugh and Patrick Blaney competing in the Non-Spinnaker class. 

Nautilus Marine Insurance Classic creates Mini Maxi Match Race

20/08/2024 - It was an early start for the IRC Divisions on day three of Hamilton Island Race Week, with the Nautilus Marine insurance Classic Long & Medium Races on the schedule commencing from 0915. The 49 nautical mile Nautilus Marine Insurance Classic Long Distance Race starting from Dent Passage saw Rating Division 1 head north and make its way around Coppersmith Rock to finish from the south into Dent Passage in front of Hamilton Island Yacht Club.