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Story by Nic Douglass: The journey of the newest TP52 that will hit Australian waters has been spoken of across many sailing circles in the last twelve months. We spoke to Terry Wetton, Team Manager and Marcus Blackmore, the owner,…
Adding to its complement of internationally respected and popular composite products, ATL Composites represents the EPIFANES range of Yacht Varnishes. Suitable for amateurs and professionals, and made in The Netherlands, Epifanes products have been setting the standard in marine coatings…
The recently launched JPK 11.80 “Atomic Blonde” made by JPK Pacific for Dr Simon Torvaldsen with Sailing Master Larry Jamieson will present at the start line for the 2023 Hobart. It was the JPK French Founder and Master Mariner Jean…
Apprentice boat builder Oscar Press of Sydney’s Northern Beaches is bound for Europe in 2024 to further his passion for sustainability in the industry after winning a Global Footprint Scholarship. Oscar, 21, is in his fourth year and apprenticed with…
144 professional photographers representing 30 nations entered the Mirabaud Yacht Racing Image award 2023 photo competition. Today the Top 20 images are revealed. The winners will be celebrated on November 16 at METSTRADE in Amsterdam. November 9, 2023 – Twenty yacht racing…
In an exciting development for the marine industry, the Wichard Group has acquired Ronstan International Pty Ltd. Wichard is a French company with more than 100 years of history, well-known and respected in the sailing world and general industry for…
In recent news, Helly Hansen has joined forces with The Cruising Yacht Club of Australia and Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race 2023 as the official merchandise partner, with new branded merchandise available at the CYCA in-club shop and online. Helly…
Scotty Birdsall and Kevin Barr’s BZ Optics Sports frame fitted with HD Photochromic lenses with small bi-focal readers in their base has been nominated in the “Clothing Innovation of the Year” section. Originally 6 years ago they developed the BZ…
Unlocking Sustainable Boating at The Quays The Quays Marina has long been an iconic destination for boating enthusiasts, renowned for its state-of-the-art facilities and stunning waterfront location. Eyachts Pittwater Office is located at The Quays, and with the influence of Eyachts…
With over 30 years of successful use, Duratec Hi-Gloss Additive #904-001, is the proven leader for post-application gel coat work. Hi-Gloss Additive converts gel coat to air-cure chemistry, leading to a smooth, porcelain-hard surface. Duratec Clear High Gloss Additive can…
The Boating Industry Association Ltd (BIA) has today launched its ‘See You Out There’ advertising campaign as part of its Discover Boating initiative. With the peak boating season approaching, the three-month campaign is set to inspire and welcome new participants…
The Boat Works’ Stage 5, comprising of more sheds and more hardstand has now reached completion in time for the next wave of vessels heading north for summer cruising. The next phase is works on the waterfront with additional new…
Looking for a secure way to mount your smartphone on your boat? If so, why not check out the Black Friday deals on offer from Quad Lock. Get 30% Off Site-wide + Access to Exclusive Bundles Quad Lock is excited…
Prepared by John Curnow. They usually come from far and wide to attend Flagstaff Marine’s annual Beneteau Cup. The 2023 edition definitely continued that trend, and how! Since being created some 28 years ago, no one else has amassed 7400nm…
On the 6th & 7th of October, the annual Seawind & Corsair Pittwater Regatta brought together a mixed fleet of 15 multihulls travelling from Brisbane, Port Stephens, Sydney and Jervis Bay to participate in a weekend of fun and social sailing in…
In a recent Royal Navy News article published by Maritime Executive, covering the restoration of the famous HMS Victory, I could not help but be slightly amused that the main problem area lies in the repairs carried out since 1955….
Redefining Adventures with the Axopar 45 Cross Top & Sun Top Prepare to embark on a new era of boating as Eyachts Australia and New Zealand proudly announce the arrival of the Axopar 45 Cross Top and Sun Top models….
Redefining The 60-foot Sailing Catamaran Experience Discover unparalleled luxury with the Lagoon 60, the latest release from Lagoon Catamarans. Boasting an expansive flybridge, saloon bathed in natural light, fluid layouts, and innovative opening side terraces, this 60 footer is unlike…
Multihull Solutions‘ Gold Coast Open Day is fast approaching on Saturday 4 November inside the dynamic marine precinct of The Boat Works from 9am-3pm. Check out our event flyer for more details and scroll down to register your attendance. View a quality selection of brokerage yachts on display…
BIA have made available their latest edition of their long-standing Logbook magazine, reporting on the state of the industry and its key activities. In this issue, they cover the highlights from the Sydney International Boat Show, feature articles on boat…
PUBLISHED OCT 9, 2023 6:55 PM BY THE MARITIME EXECUTIVE The mast aboard a historic schooner operating cruises on the Maine coast broke this morning killing one person aboard the vessel and seriously injuring three others. The 141-year-old schooner Grace…
Want A $25,000 Bonus to Sail a JPK 11.80 ? The next JPK 11.80 will be launched in Sydney on October 12th, owned by Dr Simon Torvaldsen and called “Atomic Blonde”. “Made in Australia” this JPK 11.80 is a great…
Acclaimed adventurer and world record holding sailor Lisa Blair unveils shocking extent of microplastic pollution from her Antarctica expedition Australian world record solo sailor Lisa Blair has revealed the shocking extent of microplastic pollution in the Southern Ocean in the…
The annual Gold Coast Open Day, hosted by The Yacht Sales Co and Multihull Solutions, will return on Saturday 4 November to delight boating enthusiasts looking to buy, sell or just get the most out of their yacht. Featuring a jam-packed…
With no less than twelve teams entered for the Youth and Puig Women’s America’s Cup competitions in Barcelona in 2024, AC40 training has begun for the fast-coming next generation of foiling talent. As teams start to form around the world,…
Nominations for individuals for the Rolex World Sailor of the Year, for teams in the Team of the Year, and the most innovative design in Boat of the Year are now open for the 2023 World Sailing Awards. Rolex World…
Pulled out the parental priority base tour invite here in St Tropez as the Australia SailGP Team were preparing for Round 3 of Season 4. Space is a bit tight here so teams are sharing tents and the Aussies are…
Written by Dea Jusufi – BOAT International The remains of a yacht destroyed by a fire have now largely sunk at the historic Woolwich Dock in Sydney Harbour. Believed to be the 28.4-metre Andiamo built by Azzura, the incident happened…
31st August 2023 Barcelona, Spain America’s Cup today announced a new technological partnership with ACCIÓ, the public agency for the competitiveness of Catalan enterprise which is part of the Ministry of Business and Labour of the Generalitat of Catalonia. The…
Stella Marine, a cutting-edge design, engineering and manufacturing company servicing the marine industry has purchased Australian Davits & Cranes (ADC). This strategic move reinforces Stella’s commitment to innovation and expands the company’s product offering. The addition of Australian Davits &…
If ever the cliché “labour of love” applied to the restoration of a vessel, then the 67-foot sailing yacht, Dreamtime takes the title. For never was a yacht, once abandoned on ‘death row’, so fortunate to find an admiring owner…
It’s done! Our little rocket has left the workshop and hit the water for the first time. We were eager to watch her sail on Lake Geneva before sending her to the south of France for further developments. In addition…
Dr Simon Torvaldsen’s brand new JPK 11.80 “Atomic Blonde” follows in the tradition of his previous JPK a Winner of WA’s prestigious Siska Trophy in 2021. Made in Australia for JPK Pacific by Innovation Composites the new JPK 11.80 will…
Please join the Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe and Northwest Maritime Center in welcoming Hōkūleʻa to Port Townsend August 22-24. Hōkūleʻa is a legendary voyaging canoe that revived the lost art of Polynesian voyaging and navigation and sparked a cultural renaissance in…
The Boating Industry Association Ltd (BIA) today announced the winner of the BIA Apprentice of the Year 2023 Award, presented during the Opening Ceremony of the Sydney International Boat Show. BIA CEO Andrew Scott said this annual recognition celebrates the…
They are undoubtedly some of the most graceful yachts ever to sail in the America’s Cup and for 29 years between 1958 and 1987 they provided some of the most intriguing battles that the oldest competition in international sports has…
An iconic Derwent Class yacht called “Undine” is undergoing restoration in the hands of the talented team at The Wooden Boat Centre, Tasmania, destined for the racing circuit in time for the Kettering Wooden Boat Rally in February 2024.According to…
The new JPK 11.80 for owners Denis and Chris McConnell was transported from Nowra and launched at Sandringham YC in early July. Designed by French naval architect Jacques Valer and proudly “Made in Australia” by JPK Pacific and Innovation Composites….
Royal Geelong Yacht Club (RGYC) is delighted to announce the purchase of a fleet of identical RS21’s to spearhead its newly developed Sailing Development Program (SDP). The development of the SDP is an exciting opportunity for RGYC to showcase its…
Have you wondered what it would feel like sailing on the water? Now is the time for you or your kids to come on down and give sailing a try yourself. The 2023/2024 sailing season at Concord and Ryde Sailing…
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