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Marina research shows strong growth

July 13, 2018

The 2017 Club Marine Health of the Australian Marina Industry Survey report has been released. The survey was first conducted in 2013 and it now provides extensive trend data over…

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Sail Melbourne International entries open

July 13, 2018

Entries are now open for the 2018 Sail Melbourne International to be hosted out of Royal Brighton Yacht Club on the shores of Port Philip Bay from 12 December through…

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Sydney Boat Show honours David Lockwood

July 13, 2018

Organiser of the Sydney International Boat Show, the Boating Industry Association Ltd (BIA), has announced the naming of the marina at this year’s Sydney International Boat Show as the “David…

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Revolutionary new App for Salt Water Anglers

July 13, 2018

mazu, a leading technology and satellite communications company, announced today the launch of the mazu SportFishing app. Giving anglers vital weather and sea state information, and providing powerful communications capabilities…

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Club Marine a finalist at ANZIIF Awards

July 11, 2018

Club Marine has been announced as a finalist in the 15th Australian Insurance Industry Awards in the 2018 Underwriting Agency of the Year category. Administered by The Australian and New…

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Dick Ash, develops a new range perfect for boaters

July 11, 2018

Dick Ash the name responsible for some of the grooviest beach clothes in Australia, including the Okanui range of shorts and shirts, has decided after almost 40 years to hand…

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Brisbane Boat Show returns to BCEC in August

July 11, 2018

The Brisbane Boat Show returns to the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre (BCEC) from the 24th until the 26th of August 2018. The show, being one of the largest recreational…

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New showroom, new products, new era

July 11, 2018

For 15 years, Ultra Marine Products has proudly supplied the marine and yachting public and trade with innovative accessories and essentials to make life on the water comfortable, safe and…

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A Feast of Options at Wyndham Harbour

July 11, 2018

Just 30 minutes from the Melbourne CBD, Wyndham Harbour on the northwestern shores of Port Phillip Bay is the newest marina community in the country, comprising a 150-berths, luxury apartments…

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Maritimo expands international reach

July 11, 2018

Australian luxury motor yacht manufacturer, Maritimo, has reinvigorated its sales and marketing initiatives in the Americas, Canada, Puerto Rico, Mexico and the Caribbean as part of its international strategic expansion…

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Navico and C-Map announce merger

July 9, 2018

Navico – the world’s largest manufacturer of marine electronics and C-MAP – a leading supplier of digital navigation products to the recreational and commercial marine market – have announced that…

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Future Frigates shape future for our marine indust...

July 9, 2018

The specialist Australian commercial marine and defence maritime industry association – The Australian Commercial Marine Group (ACMG) welcomes the announcement from Malcolm Turnbull Prime Minister of Australia that BAE Systems…

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AMW wins Raymarine Dealer of the Year

July 9, 2018

Australian Marine Wholesale was announced Raymarine’s National Sales and Service Dealer of the Year for 2017 at the recent Raymarine Dealer Training event held in Sydney last month. The Boat…

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Prestige 590 released

July 9, 2018

Award-winning motor yacht manufacturer Prestige, part of the French Beneteau Group, has revealed their latest luxury motor yacht, The Prestige 590. Boasting all the innovations of the brand, this elegant…

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Jeanneau announce the new Sun Odyssey 410

July 6, 2018

With the announcement of the Sun Odyssey 410, the iconic line of sailing yachts by Jeanneau continues to evolve. Now in its 8th generation, over 17,000 yachts have been sold…

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13FISH helps nab illegal online tuna seller

July 5, 2018

A member of the public’s phone call to 13FISH on Sunday has helped Fisheries Officers apprehend a Rowville man selling his catch of southern bluefin tuna, which is illegal. Victorian…

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Last straw for Abell Point Marina

July 5, 2018

With over 500 million plastic straws being discarded every day globally and each straw taking up to 450 years to start to degrade, the team at Abell Point Marina felt…

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Brig prepares 26 model display for Sydney Show

July 5, 2018

Sirocco Marine will have the entire range of Brig “Rigid Intelligent Boats” – a whopping 26 models – on display at the 2018 Sydney International Boat Show (SIBS), making it…

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Sydney Boat Show - One for the entire family

July 5, 2018

The Sydney International Boat Show presents plenty of activities for the whole family, with entertainment, education, interactive displays and presentations designed to make anyone’s day on the water even better.…

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New CEO for marine export group

July 5, 2018

Richard Chapman, President of the Australian International Marine Export Group (AIMEX) today announced the appointment of David Good as the new Chief Executive Officer of AIMEX, to commence 16 July. AIMEX…

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Fun outweighs failure for one crew at Hamilton Isl...

July 4, 2018

A yacht that has carried a Land Rover on deck, been used to pursue pearls, was sunk for months and has a dog in the crew is destined to continue…

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Perth putting on more than just a show

June 30, 2018

Excitement is building in the West Australian boating industry, with plans well underway for the 2018 Club Marine Perth International Boat Show to be held 21 – 24 September. The Club Marine…

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New Jeanneau 64 in historic company

June 27, 2018

The French Atlantic Port of Les Sables-d`Olonne is absolutely buzzing with activity as the 2018 Golden Globe Race gets ready to depart on 01 July. Ian Douglas, from Jeanneau’s Queensland…

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Maritimo mini boat shows for East Coast

June 27, 2018

The recent highly successful world premiere of a totally new concept in luxury sport yacht design, the new Maritimo X60, has prompted a series of mini boat shows to highlight…

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Volvo Penta unveils hybrid marine propulsion

June 27, 2018

Designed to enable zero emission running for marine vessels, Volvo Penta has unveiled a hybrid concept for its IPS propulsion system. The electric-only mode allows entry into environmentally sensitive zones,…

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New Raymarine Axiom XL multifunction displays

June 27, 2018

FLIR Systems, Inc. announced today the introduction of the Raymarine® Axiom™ XL line of multifunction displays (MFDs) and the immediate availability of two Axiom XL models. Designed for premium yachts…

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Industry & marketing experts support Superyacht st...

June 27, 2018

Superyachts Queensland have appointed a team of experienced marketing and industry professionals to support the Government’s Queensland Superyacht Strategy. The Queensland Superyacht Strategy was launched in May by Minister for…

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Construction starts on 270 berth Shell Cove Marina

June 27, 2018

The jewel in the crown of the Shell Cove community, a 270 berth marina, is officially underway. Shell Cove is a seaside suburb in the Shellharbour area, located just south…

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Sydney International Boat show tickets go on sale

June 26, 2018

Tickets are now on sale for the southern hemisphere’s largest and most comprehensive boating show. The world-famous Sydney International Boat Show runs from the 2nd until the 6th of August…

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New CEO announced for D'albora

June 26, 2018

d’Albora has announced that Suzanne Davies has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of their seven strong marina management group. Davies has spent the last 12 years as General Manager of…

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