Newly established Marine Rescue Queensland’s inaugural Chief Officer announced

Minister for Police and Community Safety Honourable Mark Ryan announced the appointment of Tony Wulff as the Chief Officer of the new Marine Rescue Queensland. As the inaugural Marine Rescue Queensland Chief Officer, Mr Wulff will play an instrumental role in establishing the new organisation.

Pelagic Risk Services commits support to the Marina Industry as MIA Silver Sponsor

Pelagic Risk Services is the latest business to commit its support to the marina industry through its investment in Silver Sponsorship of the Marina Industries Association (MIA). Pelagic provides insurance brokerage to a broad range of businesses, with a with a particular interest and expertise in the marine industry. 

Marine Rescue NSW commits large contingent to important cross-agency flood capability training exercise

Around 50 Marine Rescue NSW volunteers from across the Northern Rivers, Mid North Coast, Hunter/Central Coast, Greater Sydney, Illawarra and Monaro regions will take part in the NSW State Emergency Service’s annual state-wide flood capability training exercise ‘Who Let the Boats Out’ this Saturday, 3 February.

Zeal for Marina Transformation

The marina and boatyard industry in Queensland is set to boom in the next 10 years with several large-scale marina developments in progress on the Gold Coast and the Olympics set for Brisbane in 2032. A marina growth partner called Zeal Marinas located on the Gold Coast has recently emerged from the industry, set to offer specialised services to transform marinas/ boatyards across the South Pacific into multifaceted must-visit destinations.

What’s happening in the Australian and New Zealand Superyacht Charter Market?

MaryAnne Edwards, GMBA Australia and New Zealand, reports on the superyacht charter market and what to expect in the coming year. It’s mid-January (at time of writing) already and 2024 is moving along at a rapid pace. Whilst the industry is positive many feel that particularly the global market for charter will settle into a slightly slower growth pattern this year.

Whitsundays skipper convicted of maritime and safety offences

A Whitsundays charter boat skipper has been convicted and fined over $15,000, after a successful prosecution by the Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions, on behalf of the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA). The skipper was convicted with operating in breach of the vessel’s Certificate of Operation, for assuming the role of master without the proper qualifications and for reckless operation of the vessel. 

Cook Government enhances WA Police marine capability

Western Australians are set to benefit from increased WA Police Force resources, following the delivery of a new 7.6 metre diesel powered jet boat, funded by the Cook Government.  Located in Mandurah, the $484,000 vessel enhances the capability of the Peel Water Police, enabling faster response times to incidents in local estuaries, canals, and up to 80 nautical miles (approx. 150 kilometres) of coastline.

Manitou Redefines Design and Sets a New Standard as BOATING Magazine’s Pontoon Boat of the Year

In the USA, Manitou pontoon boats designed and built by BRP, announced its latest accolade as the Manitou Explore MAX has been honoured with the esteemed “Boat of the Year” award in the pontoon boat category by BOATING Magazine. This prestigious recognition underscores BRP’s commitment to innovation, design excellence, and unparalleled boating experiences.

Sydney International Boat Show returns to Darling Harbour in 2024

The Sydney International Boat Show will return to the International Convention Centre (ICC) Sydney and Cockle Bay from 1 – 4 August, 2024. Presented by the BIA in conjunction with event delivery partner, Mulpha Events, the four-day event set amongst Sydney’s iconic Darling Harbour, will showcase the best of the boating lifestyle. 

Retrofitting automation in drystack operation is easy

At a marina, there’s no better use of space for storing boats than a drystack facility, but they can be maintenance- and personnel-heavy. Replacing forklifts with a semi-automated CAPRIA Ground-Running Stacker Crane can greatly increase productivity. Getting customers’ boats in the water in a fraction of the time it would take a forklift contributes directly to profitability, an increased bottom line and happier customers.

Landmark case – A warning to transport bosses: chain of responsibility laws will be enforced 

Last week’s sentencing of a transport boss under Heavy Vehicle National Law is being described as ground-breaking” by transport experts who warn it sends a strong message to executives across the country.

Marine Rescue NSW crew responds to sinking vessel off Illawarra Coast

A volunteer crew on board Marine Rescue NSW vessel Botany Hacking 30 was tasked by NSW Police Marine Area Command last night after an EPIRB was activated by a distressed vessel with three people on board off the Illawarra Coast. Marine Rescue NSW Inspector Courtney Greenslade said a five to six metre centre console boat reported it was sinking approximately half-a-nautical mile (1km) east of the Sea Cliff Bridge at Stanwell Park.

Riviera to premiere magnificent 58 Sports Motor Yacht at Miami Boat Show

Australian luxury motor yacht builder, Riviera, will host the Americas Premiere of the magnificent new 58 Sports Motor Yacht in a spectacular showcase at Miami International Boat Show at One Herald Plaza from February 14 to 18, 2024. The display will also include the adventurous new 645 and new 585 SUVs, the sporting 46 Sports Motor Yacht and luxurious Platinum Edition 4600 and 5400 Sport Yachts.

Louis Vuitton 37th America’s Cup racing schedule announced

The dates for the Preliminary Regatta, Louis Vuitton Cup and the Louis Vuitton 37th America’s Cup Match have now been released with racing getting underway for the four-day Preliminary Regatta starting on the 22nd of August 2024.

Geelong Cadets heading to UK to compete in World Sailing Championships

From the waters of Corio Bay to the English seas off Plymouth, six young Geelong sailors are about to take on fellow young sailors from around the globe in the 2024 Cadet World Championships.