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This time of year always brings fresh energy to the market, and right now we have limited opportunities remaining for the upcoming summer season. From the newly launched Axopar 29 range to our selection of in-demand Pardo models, this edition…
The Boating Industry Association Ltd have announced a significant funding agreement with the Queensland Government to deliver a major boost to the Marine Jobs program across the Sunshine State. BIA CEO Andrew Fielding said this milestone funding agreement would enable…
An App for Marine Industry Professionals from Seldén Seldén Pro is a new App to keep you connected with updates on Seldén products, vital for your daily work. Aimed purely at professionals, all posts are to the point and brief….
I was recently invited to meet Nick Ogden, the Chairman of the Performance Marine Group (PMG), which includes Performance Sailcraft Australia (PSA), up at their new facility in Morriset on the Central Coast. A lot of rumours circulated last year when the PSA facility…
ATL Composites, manufacturer of WEST SYSTEM® epoxy products in New Zealand and Australia, under licence to Gougeon Brothers Inc, USA, since 1977, is very happy to announce that WEST SYSTEM Six10 Epoxy Cartridge Packs are now available again to the…
The Yacht Sales Co. are thrilled to announce the imminent arrival of the spectacular Dufour 48 into Australia – available from September for immediate delivery. Crafted by Umberto Felci of Felci Yachts Design, this exceptional performance cruiser blends bold innovation with timeless Dufour…
A Celebration of Safer, Smarter and Greener Boating Coral Sea Marina is thrilled to announce a new family-friendly and educational community event, the Better Boating Expo, which is set to take place on Friday, 11th July from 10:00am to 2:00pm at the Coral Sea…
Zhik and Australian Sailing are proud to celebrate over a decade of partnership, one built on innovation, elite performance and podium success. Since 2013, the collaboration has helped deliver four Olympic gold medals and four silver medals across three Games,…
Officially launched in May, the latest addition to the Noosa Ferry fleet is the boutique, hybrid-powered catamaran named HV Stillwater. Designed by esteemed power cat specialist, Roger Hill and built by Julian Griffiths and his skilled team at Noosa Marine,…
Fountaine Pajot has redefined sustainable cruising with the launch of its innovative ODSea+ hybrid electric system across its sailing catamaran range. ODSea+ combines cutting-edge hybrid propulsion with renewable energy production to offer an environmentally responsible cruising experience without compromising comfort, autonomy…
The Australian marine industry united in celebration and purpose at the 2025 Australian Marine Industry Awards, not only recognising excellence across the sector but also unveiling a new initiative designed to foster the future of the industry – the Superyacht…
Introducing the Essential Tool for Secure Anchoring Global leader in marine weather forecasting, PredictWind, has announced the launch of its new standalone Anchor Alert app. Designed to provide boaters with ultimate peace of mind, this app delivers immediate, real-time alerts if their…
The Marina Industries Association (MIA) is excited to announce that registrations for the Marinas26 International Conference and Trade Exhibition (Marinas26) are now open! Taking place on May 25th and 26th, 2026, at the Royal Pines Resort on the Gold Coast,…
The Boating Industry Association Ltd (BIA) today launched the 2025 BIA Apprentice of the Year Awards, aimed at recognising the exceptional contributions of apprentices in the marine industry and highlighting the importance of training and career development within the sector. …
The 36th annual Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS) has once again cemented its status as the Southern Hemisphere’s premier marine event, drawing an impressive 45,865 visitors over four spectacular days from 22–25 May 2025. This year’s Show delivered its…
Lagoon & PRESTIGE Draw Major Crowds and Sales Momentum For TMG Yachts, the 2025 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show was a resounding success, with a premier lineup of luxury multihulls and motor yachts capturing the attention of boaters from across…
Massive crowds enjoyed a spectacular 36th Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show with a record number of boats delivering an unsurpassed display of marine innovation, luxury and lifestyle. “We’ve had an incredible 824 boats in total – 422 on water and…
Southern Wind Australia and New Zealand is thrilled to announce that the SW108 Kiboko 4 has been awarded both the “Sailing Yacht” category win and the prestigious title of “Sailing Yacht of the Year” at the 20th edition of the…
A Legendary Cruiser, Reimagined! Longer, Wider, Higher, Faster For over two decades, the Seawind 1160 has been one of the most celebrated cruising catamarans in the world. Launched in 2004 after the success of the Seawind 1000, the 1160 quickly earned numerous International Design and…
Antigua Sailing Week 2025 was attended by two top-end offshore racing yachts from very different times. Launched in 1974, the 79 foot Kialoa III was all conquering on the world stage for many years. Today Pyewacket 70, a modified Volvo…
Planning to visit The Yacht Sales Co. at this year’s Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show? This is your chance to inspect some of the most sought-after sail and power models on the market. From 22–25 May, The Yacht Sales Co. will be…
Just months after its launch, the Cure 55 has earned global recognition as a hot contender for the Multihull of the Year Award in the Performance Cruising category by Multihulls World/Multicoques Magazine. “For Cure Marine and the Cure 55 to be recognised…
Maximum performance side shield sunglasses for open-water adventures April 25th 2025 – Amsterdam, the Netherlands VALLON is thrilled to announce the launch of the Heron Ocean, Dark-Grey Blue. Maximum performance side-shield sunglasses designed with blue mirrored coated polarized lenses, purpose-built…
Australian Sailing and Ronstan have today announced that their 50-year partnership will continue after signing a new four-year agreement. The agreement sees Ronstan continue as the Official Partner to Australian Sailing and the Australian Sailing Team in the sailboat hardware…
10am-2pm – Saturday, 5th April The Award Winning 45 foot Seawind 1370 will be at the Seawind Display Day on Saturday the 5th of April at Multihull Central in Annandale, alongside the new 39 foot Seawind 1170, showcasing the new modern design styles from the Australian…
The Boating Industry Association Ltd (BIA) has wrapped up its highly successful 2024-25 Discover Boating campaign, which ran from 15 November to 15 February in NSW, QLD, SA, VIC and TAS. Designed to encourage new, existing and lapsed boaters to…
This story takes me back a few years to my early sailing days on the inland lakes and reservoirs in the UK. Looks like the Fireball has come a long way since those days. The New Fireball – A collaboration…
I received the following information from TfNSW that may be of use to some of you out there, especially following on from the damage caused by Cyclone Alfred. There’s a link to apply at the bottom of the page. TfNSW…
Sydney, Australia – March 11, 2025 – Everything Electric Sydney 2025, the world’s largest event dedicated to electric vehicles, home energy, and sustainable innovation, created a powerful platform for marine electrification, bringing electric boats and marine technology into the spotlight…
January 31st: the team is a bit nervous. After a month in the shipyard entirely focused on refining our floats, one question remained: would they perform as expected? As a reminder, we modified their shape to improve performance after installing our…
Carbon Yachts is excited to announce its exhibition of the Candela C-8 at Sydney Harbour Concours d’Elegance in partnership with Polestar Cars. SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – 27 February 2025.Polestar, the Swedish electric performance car brand, is teaming up with Swedish electric hydrofoil pioneer…
Already, a year has passed since the resounding victory posted off Brest by Charles Caudrelier and the Maxi Edmond de Rothschild in the Arkea Ultim Challenge – Brest. At the end of an epic voyage stretching across nearly 29,000 miles upon the…
Sydney, Australia – 17 February 2025 This week, 20 multihulls entered the 2025 Sydney Multihull Regatta, involving three races up the length of beautiful Sydney Harbour, with lunchtime raft-ups and onshore dinners in between, along with plenty of socialising. Supported…
Newport, RI (February 18, 2025) – Following the three vessel abandonments that occurred during the 2024 Newport Bermuda Race and return voyage, the Bermuda Race Organizing Committee (BROC) partnered with US Sailing and the Cruising Club of America to conduct an in-depth safety review. The goal of…
The Sirena 60 is a yacht designed for those who refuse to compromise between performance, efficiency, and luxurious comfort. Whether you’re embarking on an extended voyage across open waters or indulging in a spontaneous weekend getaway, this 60ft motor yacht…
Leaving the dock with the incorrect rig settings guarantees suboptimal performance and comfort, but it can also lead to serious safety hazards and unnecessary damage to equipment. Whether you’re an experienced sailor or just starting out, if you fail your…
Exclusive look with Joe Fox The Lagoon 38 catamaran is set to launch in 2025, marking an exciting new chapter for Lagoon. As a successor to the legendary Lagoon 380, one of the most successful catamarans ever made, the new Lagoon…
The Yacht Sales Co. (incorporating Multihull Solutions) will showcase some of the world’s leading sail models at the 2025 Auckland Boat Show from 6 – 9 March. On display with The Yacht Sales Co. at this premiere New Zealand event will be the…
Thursday 13 February – 9am – 2pm – Multihull Central, Annandale NSW Multihull Central are pleased to announce that Australia’s first Seawind 1370 will be open on display between 9am – 2pm on Thursday the 13th of February at the Multihull Central…
7 February 2025: The Boating Industry Association (BIA) is transforming Australia’s boat show landscape from 2025 with the introduction of two dynamic new formats designed to better align with industry needs, global trends and public interest. BIA President Adam Smith announced a major…
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