Marine Industry News

GCCM sets the industry standard in environmental s...

April 2, 2020

In a piece of much needed good news, Gold Coast City Marina and Shipyard (GCCM) has been commended with a perfect 100% score on their recent Clean Marina audit completed…

Norman R Wright to build 17m patrol vessel for Qld...

March 31, 2020

Norman R. Wright & Sons have been selected by the Queensland Department of Environment & Science to build their new custom 17 metre Aluminium Patrol Vessel. Wrights were chosen after…

Twin Disc Pacific gears for growth with new HQ

March 23, 2020

From humble beginnings in Albury back in 1966 through to their most recent regional Brisbane based head office and warehouse facility established in Virginia in 1988, Twin Disc Pacific has…

Propspeed Foulfree is now shipping

March 23, 2020

Propspeed, leading innovator of underwater coatings, announced today the revolutionary foul-release coating designed specifically for transducers – Foulfree – is now shipping. “After years of development and testing in collaboration…

Indigo project a game changer in commercial boats

March 20, 2020

The new OXE Diesel outboard has opened a whole new world of cost-effective commercial boating options thanks to its leading propulsion abilities and the forward-thinking of a small-but mighty Australian…

ASMEX 2020 cancelled

March 19, 2020

Following an Extraordinary AIMEX Board Meeting to discuss the developing situation of COVID- 19 the board of AIMEX has decided to cancel the Australian Superyacht, Marine Export & Commercial Marine…

New CEO for Marina Industries Association

March 13, 2020

The Marina Industries Association (MIA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Suzanne Davies as the next CEO of the MIA. After a thorough recruitment process Suzanne was selected based…

Norman R. Wright to build Pilot Boats for PNG

March 13, 2020

One of Australia’s longest serving custom commercial and recreational boat builders, established in 1909, Brisbane-based Norman R. Wright & Sons has secured the contract to build two new custom designed…

Billion dollar forecast for superyachts in Brisban...

March 12, 2020

The Queensland state government has announced a 12-month trial commencing by mid-year to attract superyachts to Brisbane, predicting “a billion-dollar coup for the city’s economy”. Minister for State Development Cameron…

Australian Debut for Outremer 4X and Aquila 36

March 11, 2020

Multihull Central plan to have a huge display of high performance sailing catamarans and world leading power catamarans at this years Sanctuary Cove Boat Show on marina finger D/E1. The…

March 11, 2020

Propspeed, leading innovator of underwater coatings, announced today it will be represented by two well-known and respected distributors in Australia – Sam Allen Wholesale and All Marine Spares. These strategic…

Tickets on sale for 32nd Sanctuary Cove Show

March 10, 2020

Visitors can now secure tickets to the 2020 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS), held from May 21-24. Showcasing more than 300 exhibitors, over 600 boats and a jam-packed schedule…

Riviera announces premier model line-up for Palm B...

March 9, 2020

After a long hot summer in its homeland, master motor yacht builder Riviera is delivering a refreshing cool change to Florida’s Palm Beach International Boat Show from 26-29 March. Three…

ASMEX attracts top industry speakers

March 6, 2020

The Australian International Marine Export Group (AIMEX) has announced a taste of the calibre of this year’s conference speakers who will be presenting at ASMEX 2020 under the banner ‘A…

State-of-the-art yard rolls out blue carpet

February 21, 2020

The Boat Works’ new Superyacht yard has rolled out the blue carpet for visiting vessels, now open for business after a phenomenally fast build time of nine months. Over the…

Volvo begins production of Seven Marine outboards

February 13, 2020

Volvo Penta have announced the start of production and assembly of Seven Marine outboards at the organisation’s wholly-owned facility in Lexington, Tennessee. As of January 2020, the entire lineup of…

Yanmar-powered vessel to help sustainable fishing ...

February 11, 2020

Australian boatbuilder Steber International has powered its largest hull to date with Yanmar. Built for the Mauritius government, the Westcoaster-based hull will investigate sustainable fishing in the Indian Ocean. If…

Stunning superyachts on show at Grand Soiree

February 11, 2020

Superyacht Australia, in partnership with event Major Partner Benetti Yachts will be hosting the exclusive the Superyacht Australia Grand Soirée at The Loft, Doltone House at Jones Bay Marina on…

GraysOnline & d'Albora create new boat sales marke...

February 11, 2020

Australasia’s largest online auction company, GraysOnline and Australia’s largest marina and marine services company d’Albora Marine, have partnered to create a new boat sales platform. For the first time, boat owners…

Riviera signs on record number of apprentices

February 7, 2020

Australia’s luxury motor yacht builder, Riviera, has welcomed 33 new apprentices this week to its highly respected apprenticeship program, growing this talented group of future craftspeople to more than 80…

Inaugural Apprentice of the Year Award announced b...

February 6, 2020

As part of the annual Australian Marine Industry Awards, the Australian International Marine Export Group (AIMEX) has announced a new award for 2020 focusing on developing the youth in the…

Yanmar and Nauti-Craft Sign Technology Transfer Ag...

January 31, 2020

Yanmar and Nauti-Craft today announced that both companies have entered into a technology transfer agreement with the purpose of commercialising Yanmar’s boats by utilising Nauti-Craft’s patented marine suspension technology. Cooperation…

Worldwide advisory service for marine businesses f...

January 29, 2020

There is a vast amount of knowledge and expertise currently available within the marine industry, both in Australia and overseas and the value of this knowledge to new and current…

Marinas 21 dates and details announced

January 28, 2020

The Marina Industries Association (MIA) has announced details of Marinas21, the International Conference and Trade Exhibition that is conducted every two years in Australia. Marinas21 will again be held on…

Big brands quick to shore up space at SCIBS 2020

January 22, 2020

The 2020 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS) has attracted a strong response from exhibitors, all enthused by the prospect of an enhanced larger layout and additions to the program…

Game changing legislation for Australia’s global...

December 6, 2019

Ground breaking legislation passed federally in the senate yesterday (05 Dec) will allow international vessels to participate in the fourth annual Australian Superyacht Rendezvous – to be staged in the…

Riviera reflects on outstanding achievements of 20...

December 5, 2019

At the company’s annual end of year celebrations, the owner of Riviera Australia, Rodney Longhurst, addressed the 600-strong team and paid tribute to the craftsmen and women who create Australia’s…

RACV Marine Melbourne Boat Show Invitation to Exhi...

December 5, 2019

The Boating Industry Association of Victoria (BIAV) is now taking applications to exhibit at the 60th anniversary Melbourne Boat Show, the largest promotion of recreational boating in Victoria, The Show is…

AIMEX announce leadership changes

December 5, 2019

At the Australian International Marine Export Group (AIMEX) annual AGM held on 29 November at Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron, Kirribilli, Jeremy Spear was announced as the President and Peter Dowdney…

RGYC announces naming rights to MacGlide Festival ...

December 2, 2019

Royal Geelong Yacht Club (RGYC) has proudly announced the 2020 Festival of Sails naming rights partnership between the club and MacGlide, by Mactac, a world leading biocide-free fouling release film…