Boat Shows, Events, Festivals

Sydney Festival of Boating

March 24, 2021

The Boating Industry Association yesterday launched the Invitation to Exhibit for the Sydney Festival of Boating to be held at Darling Harbour (29 Jul – 1 Aug). This event will…

Riviera's largest display planned for Sanctuary Co...

March 18, 2021

Australia’s largest luxury motor yacht builder, Riviera, will present its most comprehensive boat show display for 2021 at Sanctuary Cove featuring the boat show premiere of the new 645 SUV.…

Tickets released for 32nd Sanctuary Cove Boat Show

March 18, 2021

Visitors can now secure tickets to the 2021 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS), held from May 20 to 23 at Sanctuary Cove on Queensland’s Gold Coast. Showcasing an incredibly…

Maritimo is geared up for a tremendous 2021

March 13, 2021

Building on its successful 2020, the award-winning Australian luxury motor yacht manufacturer Maritimo is launching new models, introducing new designs, and continuing to upgrade its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility and grow…

Riviera showcase at Palm Beach Boat Show

March 9, 2021

Australia’s premium luxury motor yacht builder, Riviera, will proudly showcase its flagship 6000 Sport Yacht Platinum Edition among the models on display in conjunction with dedicated Riviera representative Grande Yachts…

Marinas21 postponed, Marina of the Year Awards con...

February 11, 2021

Recreational boating is experiencing a boom right around the country with increased participation across all forms, power, sail and paddle. It is leading to growth in the industry, providing social…

Navico® at the 2021 Sanctuary Cove International ...

February 11, 2021

This year’s Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS) is another big one for Navico with a huge range of Lowrance®, B&G® Simrad Yachting and C-MAP® products on display. From Lowrance, for the first…

2021 Pittwater Rally Open for Registrations

February 10, 2021

The biennial Multihull Solutions Pittwater Rally looks set to be the most successful in the event’s history with a strong number of early entries already received. Registrations are open for…

Melbourne Boat Show 2021 and 2022 Announcement

February 10, 2021

The long-awaited, much anticipated 60th Melbourne Boat Show, will now be conducted from 16 – 19 June 2022. After detailed consideration of all event-related factors, the Boating industry Association of…

First wave of exhibitors announced for SCIBS 2021

February 9, 2021

The highly anticipated 32nd edition of the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS), to be held from May 20-23 at the vibrant Marine Village on the Gold Coast, is shaping…

Maritimo eyes exciting prospects for 2021

January 31, 2021

This year is set to be an exciting and successful one for the award-winning Australian luxury motor yacht manufacturer, Maritimo. On top of a strong 2020 the coming 12 months…

Melbourne Boat Show - invitation to exhibit

January 27, 2021

Demand for the boating lifestyle, and therefore for boats and accessories, is at an all-time high. Seasoned boaters are looking to consolidate their boating lifestyle and the new people entering…

Beneteau Grand Trawler planned Asia Pacific arriva...

January 22, 2021

Since Beneteau announced “Project E” and presented a mock- up of the owner‘s cabin during last year’s boot Düsseldorf in Germany, this new powerboat range, designed for long-distance cruises in…

Planning for Sydney and Brisbane boat shows is wel...

January 21, 2021

The Boating Industry Association has today released an optimistic outlook for boating events in 2021. BIA President Darren Vaux said the Board of Directors were confident measures taken throughout 2020 had put the organisation…

Whittley announce one year celebration weekend sho...

January 19, 2021

Whittley Queensland (QLD) have announced the new dealership’s FREE One Year Celebration Boat Show Weekend Sale on the 20th and 21st of February 2021 at The Boat Works in Coomera.…

2021 Santcuary Cove International Boat Show launch...

December 8, 2020

The 32nd edition of the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS) will return to The Marine Village from 20 to 23 May 2021, with exhibitor registrations officially opening on Friday…

Annual Melbourne to Geelong Passage Race is on!

November 30, 2020

The Festival of Sails Organising Committee and the Royal Geelong Yacht Club has thanked the sailing community for the overwhelming support shown for the tough decision to cancel the 2021…

Melbourne Boat Show 2021 calls for exhibitors

November 28, 2020

Boats and Boating are experiencing an amazing new level of interest and demand as a COVID normal situation starts to develop in Melbourne. This is sure to last well into…

Sanctuary Cove Boating Festival major success for ...

November 20, 2020

The inaugural Sanctuary Cove Boating Festival last weekend, held in lieu of the 31st annual Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show this year, has been a major success for leading luxury…

Maritimo S55 unveiled and Coming in 2021

November 13, 2020

Leading Australian luxury motor yacht manufacturer Maritimo has unveiled an exciting addition to its internationally acclaimed S-Series sedan motor yacht range, with the announcement of the stunning new S55 sedan…

Seawind Regatta sails rain, hail or shine

November 10, 2020

On October 30 and 31st, Multihull Central hosted the 21st Seawind owners regatta on Pittwater, just north of Sydney Harbour. This year’s regatta came together in the last minute just…

Luxury brands drop anchor at Sanctuary Cove Boatin...

October 30, 2020

A host of high-calibre luxury brands have joined the extensive line-up of exhibitors that will be on display at the Sanctuary Cove Boating Festival from November 13 to 15. The…

Riviera premieres at Sanctuary Cove Boating Festiv...

October 29, 2020

Three magnificent new Riviera Sports Motor Yachts will be showcased together in an Australian premiere at the Sanctuary Cove Boating Festival to be held on the Gold Coast from November 13…

Whittley NSW Grand Opening Boat Show Weekend

October 27, 2020

Whittley NSW has excitedly to announced the new dealership’s FREE Grand Opening Boat Show Weekend Sale on the 7th – 8th of November at the Sydney Boathouse in Rozelle. The…

New look SAILING Champions League

October 10, 2020

SAILING Champions League: Asia Pacific organisers are delighted to announce the 2021 season format and a raft of changes to simplify the competition and bring gender equity to the league.…

Boating lifestyle on show at Sanctuary Cove marine...

September 30, 2020

Marine enthusiasts will be spoiled for choice at the upcoming Sanctuary Cove Boating Festival, with a big line-up of day, sport, fishing and leisure boats, as well as sail and…

X47 Express Cruiser, America’s Cup Edition on sh...

September 30, 2020

Yanmar will choose the Genoa International Boat Show to reveal the America’s Cup edition of its flagship X47 Express Cruiser. Yanmar’s brand flagship, the Yanmar X47 Express Cruiser leads the…

Riviera 50 Sports Motor Yacht – World Premiere

September 8, 2020

Australia’s largest luxury motor yacht manufacturer, Riviera, recently hosted a spectacular online launch for the world premiere of its new 50 Sports Motor Yacht. The Riviera 50 Sports Motor Yacht is the…

Premier brands shore up space at Sanctuary Cove Bo...

September 1, 2020

The Sanctuary Cove Boating Festival, scheduled to take place from November 13 to 15, is shaping up to be a bumper event following the launch of exhibitor bookings just three…

National Boating Week 25 Sep to 02 Oct

August 24, 2020

A ‘National Boating Week’ will be held from 25 September to 02 October and will be supported by a host of Boating Industry Association (BIA) activities. National boating week will…