MARINE BUSINESS NEWS
NEWS UPDATE
04 July 2025
Publishers note
For those of us on the East Coast, this past week brought dire warnings of a "bomb cyclone" and severe conditions along the NSW coastline. While some of us only saw moderate rain and gusty winds, others have faced far more serious impacts. NSW Maritime Executive Director Mark Hutchings has rightly urged, "Boaters to stay off the water as dangerous conditions continue to batter coast." Please stay safe and heed official advice before heading out.
In this edition, we acknowledge a significant transition in the marine sector. Greg Maxwell—a respected figure with more than 50 years in marine engineering and over 15 years at the helm of Adit Marine—has announced his decision to list the business for sale. We extend our sincere best wishes to Greg as he looks toward new horizons. His story is featured in this issue and on our website.
Also this week, we step briefly outside the marine sphere to share a worthy initiative. “It’s a Bloke Thing Foundation” is taking to the road with a campaign promoting prostate cancer awareness and early testing in rural and regional Australia. Given the demographic of our readership and the personal stories many of us carry, we felt compelled to help amplify this important message.
As always, thank you for staying connected with Marine Business News.
I do hope you enjoy this week’s news.
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Stay safe on the water,
Domenic Genua - Publisher
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Australian Sailing welcomes Malcolm Page OAM as new CEO
Australian Sailing has announced the appointment of respected sports administrator and dual Olympic gold medallist Malcolm Page OAM OLY as its new Chief Executive Officer. Page brings a wealth of experience to the role, with a celebrated career both on and off the water.
Adit Marine Pty Ltd Offered for Sale: A Unique Opportunity in Marine Innovation
After more than five decades in the marine engineering sector and over 15 years leading Adit Marine Pty Ltd, industry stalwart Greg Maxwell has made the decision to list his innovative business for sale.
Boaters urged to stay off the water as dangerous conditions continue to batter NSW coast
With dangerous surf and strong winds forecast along the New South Wales coast over the coming days, Transport for NSW Maritime is urging boaters to stay off the water. NSW Maritime Executive Director Mark Hutchings said a powerful weather system is expected to continue to bring large waves and hazardous conditions along the East coast.
Statewide 60-knot Speed Limit on Towing in NSW
NSW Maritime have advised of a restriction in place for all navigable waters of NSW concerning the safety of persons involved in watersport activities. From 24 April 2025, a temporary maximum speed limit of 60 knots (110 km/h) was put in place for all powered vessels towing any person, regardless of age, on all NSW navigable waters.
Prostate Cancer Roadshow Drives Awareness and Testing in Rural Regional Australia
More than 10,000 men across regional, remote and metropolitan Queensland, New South Wales, and the Northern Territory are more aware of prostate cancer and initiating health checks following a one-of-a-kind Roadshow program by not-for-profit It’s a Bloke Thing.
Whittley Marine Group Announces National OEM and Dealership Partnership with Honda Marine
Whittley Marine Group has formalised a national Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and Dealership partnership with Honda Marine, the marine division of Honda Motor Company. The new partnership spans Whittley’s manufacturing, retail, service, and repower divisions across Australia .
Riviera officially opens its own Yacht Club
In a grand evening filled with celebration, Riviera, Australian premium luxury motor yacht builder, has officially opened the Riviera Yacht Club. This private yacht club has been created as a welcoming, inspirational and educational centre exclusively for Riviera owners.
SailGP Docuseries ‘Uncharted’ to air starting 9 July in Australia
The series spotlights Jimmy Spithill’s journey in the global racing championship, featuring rare interviews with SailGP founders Sir Russell Coutts and Larry Ellison, plus British sailing great Sir Ben Ainslie. Uncharted will be available to watch live on FOX Sports (Australia).
AutogenAI streamlines bidding in marine businesses
Emma Crichton, CEO of AutogenAI APAC, was a keynote speaker at the 2025 Australian Superyacht Conference (ASMEX) held in May on the Gold Coast, delivering a wide-ranging presentation on the definitions, implications and potential for AI in the manufacturing, export, retail, support and service segments of the marine industry.
Butchart Marine Services – The Marina Industry’s Latest Support Partner
Butchart Marine Services has announced its continued commitment to marina industries in the Asia-Pacific region with its investment in Bronze Sponsorship of the Marina Industries Association (MIA). Based in Sydney, Butchart Marine Services provide high quality and innovative solutions to boat hoisting, transportation and storage for marinas, boat yards, hardstands and boat builders across Australia, New Zealand, the Pacific and Asia.
Teledyne Acquires Maretron
Teledyne Technologies Incorporated has announced the acquisition of assets of Maretron, including the brand’s Octoplex, MPower and MConnect product lines from Littelfuse The purchase will allow Teledyne’s Raymarine business to deliver deeper integration and automation for boat builders as a one-stop-shop.
Coral Sea Marina Hosts Better Boating Expo
A Celebration of Safer, Smarter and Greener Boating. Coral Sea Marina has announced a new family-friendly and educational community event, the Better Boating Expo, which is set to take place on Friday, 11th July from 10:00am to 2:00pm at the Coral Sea Marina Gardens.
RAILBLAZA unveils newest do-it-all Hybrid Inflatable Fishing Kayak Concept
RAILBLAZA, manufacturer of premium quality, user-friendly electronics, fishing and boating mounting systems and accessories, unveiled today its newest ready-for-anything hybrid inflatable fishing platform – The Mule.
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