Marine Safety Queensland cracks down on plate compliance
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Australia's anti-foul habits revealed
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Relaunched MACIF trimaran described as “awesome”
It would be an understatement to say that everything has gone well on board the MACIF trimaran since she was relaunched on 31 July 2018. After a six-month long refit, with a considerable makeover, “MACIF is no longer the same…
Multihull Solutions offers free Gold Coast hardstand deal
Multihull Solutions has announced a special offer to boat sellers with three months’ free hardstand on new listings at its successful Out-Of-Water Boat Show on the Gold Coast. The deal presents an opportunity for boat sellers to save money while…
Pro-Sailor Nick Moloney relaunches plastic-free sports supplement
Apsu, the company that engineered a unique multivitamin formula for athletes and active people, has announced that it is relaunching its product in new plastic-free packaging and with a revised formula. The new formula still supports the same four core…
SeaLink Magnetic Island Race Week goes chemical free with Musto Sunshield
SeaLink Magnetic Island Race Week has partnered with clothing brand Musto to ensure their committee members are protected from the elements while remaining chemical free. Musto has developed new technology just in time for Summer down under with UPF30 protection…
50th Anniversary of Gougeon Brothers, WEST SYSTEM products
2019 is the 50th Anniversary of Gougeon Brothers Inc, USA. 1969 marked a point in the Gougeon brothers’ careers when they applied all they had learned about wooden structures and epoxy technology to manufacturing – for the first time –…
Hobart yachtsmen in North Sails venture
Saturday, 25 August 2018 was a significant day for prominent Hobart yachtsmen Stephen ‘Rowdy’ McCullum and Stewart Gray, and for worldwide sail makers, North Sails. McCullum has joined Gray as principals of 42ºSouth Marine which operates the Hobart loft of…
Brisbane boat show opens doors for 2018
The Brisbane Boat Show opens today at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre South Bank, doors open from 10AM. From today and continuing through the weekend, Queensland’s most comprehensive recreational marine exhibition is filled with everything for boating, cruising, skiing,…
Designer Peter Lowe retires after 55 years in the marine industry
Peter Lowe is retiring after more than 55 years in the Australian marine industry, beginning with the start of a five-year shipwright apprenticeship in 1963 at Venables Boatshed in Rose Bay building “Stella” class yachts and moving on to a…
Chris Nicholson joins Doyle Sails
Doyle Sails announced a significant update today with the news that legendary Australian sailor, Chris Nicholson, will be buying into the Doyle Sails business and becoming part of this rapidly developing brand and team. Chris Nicholson is a world-renowned Australian…
The trimaran MACIF exits the KEROMAN Technologies yard
Today, the MACIF trimaran left Keroman Technologies, the yard which created her in 2015, after a seven-month refit designed to further optimise the performance of this reference Ultime multihull. Already a solo round the world record holder, MACIF has been…
Bavaria Yachts launching a 45 foot superyacht at SIBS
Bavaria Yachts Australia announces it will introduce two new models at this August Sydney International Boat Show (SIBS). But it is its C range 45 foot 'Style' yacht that promises to deliver the most interest. Originally launched at the boot…
Prepare for winter racing with our cold weather gear guide
With the wind in your hair, the winter sun reflecting off the waters below, and that cold bite in the air, there is nothing quite like racing in cold weather. Without the thermal-inducing impact of the warm summer weather, the…
Visit the Beneteau Stand at SIBS
It’s going to be an incredible five days at this years show with the ANZ Beneteau dealers group presenting the most impressive display of Beneteau yachts ever-assembled in Australia. Our 2018 line-up includes the world premiere of the NEW Oceanis…
Revolutionary fabric
SPONSORED CONTENT Sunbrella has revolutionized the way the world thinks about how beautiful fabrics look, feel and perform with its legendary fade proof, bleach cleanable and ease of cleaning properties. As the world’s leading manufacturer of marine performance fabrics for both…
Massive Multihull Display at SIBS
Multihull Central are excited to announce the biggest ever showcase of multihulls at this year’s Sydney International Boat Show, 2nd – 6th August, 2018. The display will feature five different multihulls including the Australian launch of the Corsair 970 trimaran,…
Diversity dozen from Windcraft at SIBS
Windcraft this year will have more yachts on display than ever before. Six premieres will be in the line up including the Hanse 548 with its distinctive hard top bimini, plus the Italian Solaris 47 and the racy Dehler 42….
Connectivity for your adventures
SPONSORED CONTENT Smart, reliable connectivity for your adventures with Fleet One from Satcom Global. Tired of losing signal or getting a frustratingly slow connection as you head away from shore? Perhaps it’s time to consider a new option to keep…
International presents new product – Micron AP
International Paint has revealed their upcoming antifouling Micron AP, soon to be available in Australia. Micron AP is a maximum strength, slow self-polishing antifouling suitable for use on most vessel types and especially those spending time in regions where water…
New International antifoul paint especially for warmer water
International Paint has revealed their upcoming antifouling Micron AP, soon to be available in Australia. Micron AP is a maximumstrength, slow self-polishing antifouling suitable for use on most vessel types and especially those spending time in regions where water temperatures are higher and…
Three quarters of lifejackets found to be deficient after checks in Cowes, Isle of Wight
Isle of Wight County Press. By Lori Little. Safety checks the day before the Round the Island yacht race, indicated that many lifejackets are not as effective as their crews assume. Cowes RNLI Lifeboat Station teamed up with sports gear…
Jeanneau announce the new Sun Odyssey 410
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 since the creation of the Sun Odyssey range and they…
Volvo Penta unveils hybrid marine propulsion concept
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, as well as offering enhanced onboard comfort and boat handling…
European delivery for new Jeanneau 64, rubbing shoulders with legends of the past
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 July 1st. Ian Douglas, from Jeanneau’s Queensland sail dealer Mooloolaba Yacht Brokers, has just returned from France…
Uniquely harvested fine Tasmanian timbers for American boat-building project
A team of seven American wooden boat builders, alumni members from the renowned North West School of Wooden Boat Building in Port Townsend, are preparing to travel to Tasmania in November to build a Haven 12.5, a classic American keel-boat,…
Flagstaff Marine says Beneteau display at Sydney Show will be “best ever”
Flagstaff Marine says the company will showcase its best ever display of Beneteau luxury motor and sailing yachts at this year’s Sydney International Boat Show. The 2018 line-up includes the world premiere of Beneteau’s new Oceanis 46.1, three Australian premieres,…
Jeanneau brings a fleet of five yachts to Sydney International Boat Show
The sailing line up from the French brand Jeanneau is comprehensive and will satisfy a wide range of Australian sailor’s demands. As the world’s largest production boat builder, Jeanneau provides an international network of dealers with offices in every state…
Multihull Solutions to unveil award-winning catamarans at SIBS
Multihull Solutions is looking to follow up on its record-breaking success at last year’s Sydney International Boat Show when it showcases two of the world’s finest catamarans at the 2018 event from 2-6 August. This year, the company will stage…
B&G launches wireless wind sensor
B&G has announced the launch of the WS300 wind series, a new range of wireless and wired wind sensors designed for cruising and club racing sailors. The WS320 is aimed at yachts with masts up to around 25m. B&G says the…
Philippe Briand unveils the new 6.5m Flyacht concept
The 2021 edition of the America’s Cup will see the radical AC75 Fly Monohull racing for the first time. The new rules were announced at the end of March, and Emirates Team New Zealand has already unveiled its design in a…
The hype around the Beneteau Figaro 3 just got real
The new Beneteau Figaro 3 yacht is the latest incarnation of the long-standing and innovative Figaro Class. The new Figaro 3 is purpose built in a new custom facility set up by Beneteau to deliver the latest generation of this proven class; a…
Nebo announces key new features for popular boating app
Responding to feedback from users globally, the popular boating app NEBO has released a host of new features aiming to build a safer and more connected global boating community. Primarily designed as a tool to automate logging boating voyages with…
The ClubSwan 36: a new design unveiled
June 11th, Juan Kouyoumdjian and his team, in collaboration with Nautor Swan and its Chairman Leonardo Ferragamo, presented the new ClubSwan36: a sailing yacht they claim is at the forefront of innovation “featuring the classic racing styles of the brand”. The…
Teaser: yacht test coming in August issue Cruising Helmsman
Click on the link below and check out this little video teaser of a boat test coming up in Cruising Helmsman August issue, due out mid-July. The Sydney International Boat Show is nearly here, where this yacht and many others will…
JL Audio launches MM50
JL Audio has announced the launch of a new 2.8-inch weatherproof, powered marine source unit. The MM50 is described as “a high-performance, single-chassis, powered source unit with outstanding audio performance and advanced audio features, specifically designed for marine applications”. Australian…
New Fountaine Pajot Astréa 42 wins ‘Multihull of the Year’ Award
Fountaine Pajot’s latest sailing catamaran, the Astréa 42, has won a major international marine award being voted “Multihull of the Year” by the prestigious French Voile magazine and Le Monde du Multicoque. The catamaran has burst onto the world stage…
Sailboat sinks after exploding and catching fire west of Selkirk Trestle Bridge in Victoria, Canada
CHEK News Canada A sailboat that exploded and caught fire west of the Selkirk Trestle Bridge early Thursday morning has sunk, according to the Victoria Fire Department. Fire crews responded at around 1:18 a.m. after reports of an explosion and…
Big American contingent heading south for Australian Wooden Boat Festival
Preparations are well underway for Australia’s premiere maritime event, the MyState Australian Wooden Boat Festival, which will again grace Hobart’s magnificent waterfront from 8 to 11 February next year. “Dozens of wooden boat enthusiasts from the festival’s next featured nation,…
Shares for sale in “Last Vintage” 33m wooden ketch
Advertisement This 33 metre (108 feet) ketch is in great condition and ready for an adventure. The vessel was built in 1986 in Fiji as an island trader and subsequently converted into a luxury 12 berth cruising boat. The…
