Concord Ryde Sailing Club season start
You watched Matt Wearne win Olympic Gold in the Laser dinghy class along with the Silver medal won by Grae Morris in Windsurfing on TV, now you or your kids can come on down and give sailing a try yourself….
Boats & Gear
The latest insights on racing and cruising yachts, keelboats and dinghies. Plus all of the latest gear, boating accessories, equipment and sailing clothes from Australia and around the world.
AIMEX and Superyacht Australia announces dates for the ASMEX 2025 Conference
Australian Marine Export Group (AIMEX) and Superyacht Australia is pleased to announce that the dates for the ASMEX 2025 Conference have been confirmed as Monday 19 to Wednesday 21 May 2025. The Conference will continue to be held at the…
Jeanneau Yachts 55 arrives down under
Jeanneau’s latest innovative yacht design has arrived in Australia. The long awaited Jeanneau Yachts 55 features a unique deck and cabin layout, with the two aft guest cabins completely isolated with their own companion ways, helms mounted further forward than…
UK tech tycoon among six missing after yacht sinks
By André Rhoden-Paul & Stefano Fasano @ BBC News British tech tycoon Mike Lynch and his 18-year-old daughter are among the six people missing after a luxury yacht sank off the coast of the Italian island of Sicily in the…
Eyachts Triumph at Sydney Boat Show
Eyachts Triumph at Sydney Boat Show with Unprecedented Interest and Brand Recognition Sydney, Australia – August 2024 – The Sydney International Boat Show has concluded with extraordinary success for Eyachts, marking a pivotal moment for the company as they continue…
Greenskin Wine – Premium, Portable, and Sustainable!
Use special code: MYSAILING10 at checkout to redeem $10 OFF your order! Greenskin Wine presents a premium wine experience in a convenient 750ml soft pouch, ideal for those who want to enjoy fine wine without the hassle of heavy, bulky,…
North Technology Group (NTG) adds Doyle Sails and Quantum Sails
Doyle Sails and Quantum Sails will sit alongside other NTG brands, including North Sails and Southern Spars North Technology Group (NTG) continues to expand its family of best-in-class marine brands by adding two of the world’s most respected sailmakers, Doyle…
Racing Rules of Sailing Assistant GPT
The Racing Rules of Sailing Assistant GPT was set up to help sailors stay informed about the rules, offering easy cross-referencing to ensure clarity and understanding in any situation on the water.
New Horizons – Gold Coast Marine Jobs & Careers Expo 2024
The Australian International Marine Export Group (AIMEX), the Boating Industry Association (BIA) and Marine Jobs proudly present the 2024 Gold Coast Marine Jobs & Careers Expo, set to sail on Saturday 7 September 2024, from 9:00am to 2:00pm at the…
Sailing Parlay Revival Episode 272
SV Parlay is a hurricane damaged 2012 Lagoon 450 Catamaran bought in Tortola, BVI at the beginning of 2018, after Hurricane Irma. Colin and his friends spent 4 months getting her seaworthy, before setting sail across the Caribbean. They then…
Inaugural Australian Commercial Marine Conference sets new industry benchmark
The Australian Commercial Marine Group (ACMG) successfully hosted the inaugural Australian Commercial Marine Conference in Sydney on Thursday, 1 August 2024. The event drew a substantial audience from across the industry, with 72 attendees representing 42 marine businesses. This well-attended…
2024 Sydney International Boat Show Dazzles Darling Harbour
5 August 2024 – That’s a wrap for the 2024 Sydney International Boat Show which attracted almost 42,000 attendees through the doors of the Sydney International Convention Centre (ICC) and purpose-built marina on Cockle Bay from 1 to 4 August. Over the four-days,…
Introducing – Calypso Instruments
Calypso is the world’s leading brand of wind measuring instruments. Their range of portable and wired instruments are used in marine/sailing applications, agriculture, energy industry, ballistics, firefighting, drones & aviation and construction. All Calypso instruments can be linked to various…
The Boat Works adds 6th lift
The Boat Works will soon add to its complement of lifting/haulout machines, another new 100-tonne Marine Travelift to arrive from the US by the end of 2024. The new variable width 100-Tonne Marine Travelift will bring the total to six…
2024 Boating Industry Data Report Card Released
The Boating Industry Association (BIA) today released the state of the industry data report revealing national turnover at $10.12 billion for 2023-24, a 5% increase on the previous year. BIA President Adam Smith said the report, launched on day one…
BIA awards 2024 Apprentice of the Year
Third-generation boating industry family member and apprentice Marine Mechanic Michaela Douglas of Douglas Marine, Pittwater, today won the BIA Apprentice of the Year 2024 Award. BIA President Adam Smith said during the presentation at the official opening of the Sydney…
Dragonfly Trimarans
Dragonfly Trimarans – made in Denmark have over 50 years of family ownership producing arguably some of the best Trimarans in the world. Recently a new Dealer was appointed to manage this superb brand in Australia & New Zealand. Dragonfly…
Paris 2024: Adapting to New Rules & An Unprecedented Cycle
Every Olympic cycle is unique, bringing its own unique obstacles. Who has adapted to the challenges most effectively? That only becomes clear as four-years of hard work and dedication explode in a flurry before our eyes over less than two…
Optimising sail trim: Upwind vs downwind
Sail trim is perhaps the single most important factor in boat performance. Whether you’re a weekend dinghy sailor or you sail on a 100-ft maxi, adjusting sail shape to maximise the wind that you have at your disposal is the…
New Marine Catalogue from Arcus Wire Group
Arcus Wire Group has released a new Marine Catalogue showcasing the latest stainless steel wire rope and fittings from industry leader hamma® plus a wide range of tools, as well as cutting edge load sensors from Cyclops Marine. Incorporating ‘go-to’ products,…
The Sailor Girl adds to her team with Highfield
Sailing since she was 10 months old, Nic Douglass, known as The Sailor Girl, is the ubiquitous force in yachting media – covering sailing all over the world, promoting it and competing when her schedule allows. The proud owner of…
JPK Yacht Partners an investment and lifestyle asset
“JPK Yacht Partners” is a boat share investment plan offering you ownership in a brand new globally acclaimed JPK 11.80 for minimum investment and maximum lifestyle. Affordability is the key and “Yacht Partners” is the most affordable opportunity ever offered…
Mulpha expands superyacht capacity at Sanctuary Cove Marina in the lead up to Brisbane Olympics
Sanctuary Cove Marina has commenced the next stage of its expansion to cater for local and international demand for berths, particularly for superyachts in the lead up to the Brisbane Olympics in 2032. Development of the J Pier will see…
Enter your boat for the 2024 RMYC Broken Bay Timber Boat Festival
Festival dates: 2-3 November 2024 Enter your boat and share your passion for classic timber boats, at the only dedicated event for timber boats held annually in Sydney. Located on the beautiful Pittwater at the award winning RMYC marina, the…
Tassie: the Wooden Boat capital of Australia
An educational article by ATL Composites: Tasmania is the epicentre of Australian wooden boat building. As the home of what is considered the world’s finest boat building timbers, Huon Pine, Tassie has a rich heritage of boat building which began…
Inaugural X-Yachts Aurum Cup
X-Yachts Australia is pleased to announce the inaugural X-Yachts Aurum Cup to be held from Middle Harbour Yacht Club on the 21-22 June 2024. The X-Yacht Aurum Cup 2024 will feature a; Kevin Wallis, Managing Director of X-Yachts Australia &…
VALLON collaborates with Boris Herrmann and Team Malizia to create the ultimate sustainable sailing sunglasses
“The ultimate eyewear for environmentally-conscious skippers, seafarers, and outdoor enthusiasts. Designed by sailors, for sailors.” It may be winter here in Australia, but that’s no excuse not to be using top quality eye protection. VALLON is a performance eyewear company…
XR 41: X-Yachts back in racing with super optimized ORC model
The stakes are high when the brand new XR 41 crosses the start line next year. The ambition is to show strong results under the ORC in 2025. “It feels great to be back on the racing scene”, says CEO…
Training By The Numbers
Training By The Numbers: How data is driving precision training in the Olympics and beyond “The art of sailing is about having a feel for the boat and the water beneath you.” – Sir Francis Chichester No one would disagree…
Eyachts and TMG Yachts Shine at Sanctuary Cove Boat Show with Record Interest
Eyachts and TMG Yachts celebrate extraordinary success at the Sanctuary Cove Boat Show, captivating attendees and solidifying their market presence with a stellar lineup of innovative and high-quality vessels. The overwhelming interest and genuine purchasing intent from visitors marked a…
Why the JPK 11.80 is Australia’s racer/cruiser choice
Announcing to the family you have bought a new yacht is more convincing when a “Racer / Cruiser” is emphasized. That is exactly what the JPK 11.80 offers – a competitive IRC racer and a comfortable cruiser that is affordable,…
Tony Longhurst honoured at Australian Marine Industry Awards
Tony Longhurst was recognised with the 2024 Marine Industry Champion of the Year Award at this year’s Australian Marine Industry Awards Gala Dinner, 22 May 2024. Held at the InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort on the Gold Coast, Queensland, the event…
Sunseeker Atlantis sinks off coast of Florida
Written by Dea Jusufi @ Boat International The 24.8-metre Sunseeker yacht Atlantis has sunk two miles off the coast of Florida following a collision with a dredge pipe piling (25 May). According to an official statement from United States Coast Guard, multiple marine units…
Marinas24 Confernece opens to a record attendance
BRISBANE: After a relaxed and casual Welcome Reception on the forecourt of the Royal International Convention Centre (RICC) on Sunday, surrounded by impressive displays from key industry suppliers, Marinas24 International Conference and Trade Exhibition (Marinas24) was opened yesterday by the…
Bumper Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show more than delivers
Huge crowds and great weather for the 35th Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show added up to an event exhibitors have praised as “exceptional”. Setting records was the number of boats on the water – 356 in total, up 41 on…
Performance Cruising Yachts appointed as exclusive Australian dealer for Catalina Yachts
The team at Performance Cruising Yachts is delighted to announce that they are the newAustralian dealer for the prestigious US brand, Catalina Yachts. Founded by Frank Butler in 1970, Catalina Yachts has always prioritised quality and valueover sheer size. Their…
The Evolution of the Load Pin
Innovative sailors are constantly observing other fields and looking for new technologies that have the potential to change the way they sail. Few adaptations have had quite the impact of the load pin, which made its way into sailing from…
USA picks up on Australian made JPK11.80’s
Featuring on international Regatta Podiums has brought the focus of keen eyes onto the availability of our Australian made JPK 11.80’s. The features of this Racer/ Cruiser include its versatility of crewed and 2H and the delivery from our Australian…
Marinas24 starts in 10 days
The final preparations are being made for the 370 delegates, from 14 countries who have registered to attend the Marinas24 International Conference and Trade Exhibition, kicking off in ten days at the Royal International Convention Centre (RICC) in Brisbane. With…
Palm Beach Motor Yachts will be Official Motoryacht Partner for 52 Super Series regattas in Newport
For the first time in its successful 13-year history the 52 SUPER SERIES heads to Newport, Rhode Island for the upcoming XS 52 SUPER SERIES Newport Trophy (June 10-16) followed by the Rolex TP52 World Championship (July 15-20) both hosted…
