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Boat lovers counting down days to SCIBS

May 14, 2019

An action-packed program of world and national launches, ground-breaking marine technology and non-stop entertainment is set to draw more than 45,000 people to the 31st Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show…

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Steber resort vessel heading for Hayman

May 11, 2019

Steber International’s latest vessel off its Taree production line will be heading for Hayman Island after final fitout and sea trials on the Manning River. The 38ft (11.5m) flybridge cruiser…

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BRP to Acquire Telwater, Australian Leader in Alum...

May 4, 2019

BRP has announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire 80% of the outstanding shares of Telwater Pty Ltd Australia’s leading and largest manufacturer of aluminium boats…

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Marine export group announce new directors

April 29, 2019

The Australian International Marine Export Group (AIMEX) have announced the inclusion of two new directors to the established and experienced board. The new Directors are, Kane Bygrave from Aurora Global logistics…

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On-Line extreme weather preparedness course

April 9, 2019

The Marina Industries Association (MIA) has launched the first on-line extreme weather preparedness course for marinas. The course is applicable for marinas anywhere in the world susceptible to weather events…

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Govt. defers uncertified two strokes ban for 12 mo...

April 4, 2019

An announcement has been made by the Department of Environment and Energy that the Minister for Environment, The Hon Melissa Price MP, has amended the Product Emissions Standards Rules 2017…

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Benetti joins sponsor line up at ASMEX

March 29, 2019

Benetti, the oldest Italian shipyard specialising in luxury yachts, has been welcomed as the Pre-Drinks sponsor of the 2019 Australian Marine Industry Awards Gala Dinner that will take place at…

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New foiler design with Sydney Hobart yacht race in...

March 26, 2019

Twelve months work and investment from a highly experienced Australian group has led to the development of a 15.2 m fully foiling design intended for the 2019 Rolex Sydney Hobart…

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Hayman Island luxe-portation

March 13, 2019

More than tools of transport, the new, Hayman Island by InterContinental, line-up of four diverse vessels is as aesthetic as they are practical. In its purpose-built sheds at Rivergate Marina…

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Inaugural Horizon Shores Boat & Marine Show announ...

March 10, 2019

Unified Events, creators of unique events designed to inspire and engage, is thrilled to announce the launch of the inaugural Horizon Shores Boat & Marine Show this October. A boat…

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Parts Cleaning technology cuts Servicing time

March 8, 2019

In marine engineering, the faster you can get a vessel back in the water, the better. Having been in the industry for over 50 years, Francis Marine knows this as…

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New appointment at All Marine Spares

March 8, 2019

All Marine Spares Pty Ltd has announced that as a part of its expansion plans, it has appointed Fabien Vignes to its team in a new-created Business Development Position for…

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Twin Disc Pacific expands to "Experience Centre'

March 7, 2019

A buoyant local market and high demand for products and services have motivated Twin Disc Pacific to commit considerable investment in the opening of a dedicated Gold Coast facility at…

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Steber boosts workforce to keep up with demand

March 7, 2019

While the manufacturing base in the Manning Valley (NSW) may be shrinking, at least one firm is bucking the trend – Steber International. In the past two years Steber have…

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Recovery Ladder answers perennial question - How d...

March 7, 2019

SOS Marine is offering the first 24 YA affiliated sailing clubs that have rescue craft the opportunity to buy an SOS Rescue Ladder for half price. The SOS Recovery Ladder…

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Vale Robert Braithwaite CBE, DL 1943 - 2019

March 7, 2019

Sadly, in the early hours of this morning, (07 March 2019) Sunseeker’s founder Robert Braithwaite passed away. Robert was an inspiration to everyone at Sunseeker and to the wider marine…

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2 boat shows, 2 states, 1 big weekend

March 6, 2019

Two big shows in two different states over one big weekend. The Rosehill Trailer Boat Show in Sydney, 6 & 7 April and the National 4×4 Outdoors Show, Fishing &…

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Trade exhibition sold out at Marinas19

March 5, 2019

The trade exhibition component of the Marinas19 International Conference and Trade Exhibition is now fully booked with all 35 exhibition spaces sold. Marinas19 Committee Chairman Mike Harvey said “this is…

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Marinas19 final program announced

February 27, 2019

The Marinas19 International Conference and Trade Exhibition 27-28 May 2019 program has been finalised. Marina Industries Association (MIA) Chairman Andrew Chapman was on the Gold Coast recently checking that all…

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New manufacturing & retail facility for Whittley

February 27, 2019

Longstanding Australian boat builder, Whittley Marine, and the Group’s retail sales arm, Whittley Victoria Sales, have moved into a new purpose built facility in Melbourne’s northern suburbs. The large site boasts the most…

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NSW Labour propose to tax boaters

February 27, 2019

The NSW Labor Party’s proposed policy to tax new and second hand recreational boats will bring further hardship on an industry that is still recovering from the GFC and punish…

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Horizon to debut Horizon FD77 Skyline at SCIBS 201...

February 25, 2019

The brand-new Fast Displacement motor yacht from Horizon the FD77 Skyline will debut at the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show on May 23rd-26th. This is the second Horizon FD77 to…

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Final chance to secure a spot at SCIBS

February 22, 2019

Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS) has experienced a surge in exhibitor bookings, with spaces expected to sell out well before the big event in May. The Multihull Group (TMG),…

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Versatile new Shoreline 86 powered by Yanmar

February 14, 2019

A new multi-purpose fishing vessel paired with Yanmar 6AYEM-GT series engines is set to create waves in Western Australia’s marine industry. Shoreline Marine Fabrication based in Henderson built the 86-foot,…

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Chaparral’s latest a sure-fire winner

February 14, 2019

Chaparral’s R&D department don’t just jump onto the latest trends hoping to make a quick buck or fix a hole in their line up. They take their time to get…

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Industry heavyweight, joins the GCCM team

February 14, 2019

As a part of their expansion plans, Gold Coast City Marina and Shipyard (GCCM) has excitedly to announce Derrick Nowak has joined the team in a newly created Business Development…

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Riviera appoints new dealer in California

January 24, 2019

Australia’s premium luxury motor yacht builder, Riviera, continues to grow in the Americas with the appointment of Sun Country Marine as representative in southern California. Sun Country Marine has three…

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Australian designer wins prestigious marine design...

January 24, 2019

Spear Green Design (SGD), based in Sydney and a core member of the Australian Commercial Marine Group (ACMG), has been awarded ‘Best Marine Interior Designers for 2018’ by Baird Publications in…

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Trailerable boats, PWCs and nav gear first wave t...

December 18, 2018

The country’s leading boating brands have been quick to secure prime spaces at the 2019 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS), with many industry giants signing up within a week…

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Powerplay catamarans lure with luxury

December 17, 2018

Australian cruising boaters will soon have the choice of the superb, Australian-designed Powerplay brand of luxury power catamarans, now distributed exclusively by Hurricane Boats Australia based at Sanctuary Cove. Established…

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