Queensland

Riviera launch online Boat Show

April 3, 2020

As Riviera marks its 40th anniversary, Australia’s premier luxury motor yacht builder is launching its own Boat Show featuring a limited selection of new, state-of-the-art Riviera and Belize motor yachts…

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…

Maritimo plans continue despite Covid-19 challenge...

March 23, 2020

As the world continues to face unprecedented times amidst the current global health crisis, Maritimo is continuing production and pushing ahead with its exciting plans for 2020 involving new model…

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…

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…

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…

Record raft-up launches a year of global celebrati...

February 27, 2020

R Marine Flagship of Auckland in partnership with Australia’s premium luxury motor yacht builder, Riviera, has organised a spectacular event which is the first in a series of global celebrations…

Whittley boats new Gold Coast headquarters

February 27, 2020

The Boat Works has welcomed its latest onsite partner, third generation boat builder, Whittley Marine Group, representing close to 70 years of boating expertise and craftsmanship. Whittley Queensland Sales is…

National 4x4 Outdoors Show, Fishing & Boating Expo

February 25, 2020

Australia’s greatest 4×4 and fishing celebrities are coming together for Queensland’s ultimate outdoor lifestyle expo. Taking over 45,000m2 of the Brisbane Showgrounds this year, the National 4×4 Outdoors Show, Fishing…

Entries booming for Hamilton Island Race Week

February 25, 2020

An unprecedented surge of early interest in Australia’s premier offshore regatta, Hamilton Island Race Week from August 15-22, sees the fleet growing at a rate faster than any other time…

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…

Maritimo works to defend World Championship

February 14, 2020

Current UIM XCAT world champions Maritimo Racing are in the process of off-season testing and development in readiness for the start of the 2020 season with the goal to defend…

Unlimited scope for your dream boat

February 13, 2020

An unprecedented opportunity has arisen to complete the custom-build of a 56ft (19m) wide-bodied aluminium power catamaran, which has stalled mid-build following its previous owner’s change in circumstance. Marine Engineering…

Island Gypsy flybridge icon reborn

February 11, 2020

Island Gypsy Motor Yachts is gearing up for a massive 2020, with the arrival of the third hull in the Newport 460 sedan range, a two-bedroom layout, plus the unveiling…

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…

Maritimo's excellence on Display in Miami

February 6, 2020

Australia’s leading luxury motor yacht manufacturer Maritimo is in final preparations for the upcoming Miami Yacht Show 13 – 17 February with representatives from the company’s Gold Coast manufacturing plant…

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…

Firefighter family day on the water

February 1, 2020

The Boating Industry Association is supporting a worthwhile initiative to give back to firefighters and their families through the positive experience of getting out on a boat on our waterways.…

Entries open for Hamilton Island Race Week 2020

January 30, 2020

Within two hours of the Notice of Race for Hamilton Island Race Week 2020 being posted, the first entry had been lodged. And, for the second consecutive year, the yacht…

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…

Smart camera trial to guide future of waterways

January 24, 2020

The Gold Coast Waterways Authority (GCWA) is investing in a smart camera trial to build a detailed picture of activity on the city’s waterways network to help improve planning, network…

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…