Home-grown e-boat

Genevo E8 – Australia’s first high-performance electric motor yacht Australia will soon have its own contender in the electric boat segment, as Genevo Marine gears up for 2024 launch of its first model, an 8.2-metre, luxury motor yacht…

Education and training key to buoyant marine industry

The Boating Industry Association Ltd (BIA) hosted its second Skills and Training Pathways tour of the Coomera TAFE Marine Campus and Gold Coast Marine Precinct, involving careers advisers and teachers from six High Schools and Colleges. The initiative forms part of the marine careers…

Smartgyro joins the Power Equipment Family

Power Equipment, one of Australia’s leading engine suppliers, is excited to announce that Smartgyro, a global leader in marine gyroscopic stabilisation technology, has joined the Power Equipment stable of brands. This move marks a significant milestone for Power Equipment, reinforcing its commitment to providing…

The ultimate in RIBs at SCIBS 2024

At this year’s Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, 23 to 26 May, Sirocco Marine will have a massive line-up of Rigid Inflatable Boats (RIBs) from the world’s leading brands. Occupying their traditional space along Masthead Way, Sirocco Marine dealers from all over Australia will…

Zeal for Marina Transformation

The marina and boatyard industry in Queensland is set to boom in the next 10 years with several large-scale marina developments in progress on the Gold Coast and the Olympics set for Brisbane in 2032. A marina growth partner called Zeal Marinas located on…

Race against time in Tonga’s volcanic archipelago

Researchers are working to document the variety of natural wonders around the volcanic islands of Tonga, with the objective of achieving lasting conservation protections on land and sea. Dr Patrick Smallhorn-West is working with the Tongan Ministry of Fisheries to delve deep into the…

Getmyboat and Your Boat Club Launch Partnership

Consumer Demand for Convenience, Variety and a Consistent Brand Experience in the Boating Sector Fuels Partnership Opportunity & Growth Menlo Park, CA (January 17th 2024)  Getmyboat, the world’s leading booking platform for yacht charters and boat rentals and Your Boat Club, the world’s…

Riviera opens new apprentice Academy of Excellence

Australia’s premium luxury motor yacht builder Riviera is making a significant investment in the future of young Australians seeking a career in the marine industry by opening its own state-of-the-art training centre, The Riviera Academy of Excellence. The Academy, based within Riviera’s 16.8-hectare Gold…

West System is the go-to for all boat maintenance

Peak boating season ‘down under’ is now in full swing. Get your boat in top condition with the WEST SYSTEM range of epoxy products which suit all kinds of vessels and maintenance projects involving aluminium, fibreglass, reinforcing fabrics, plastic, wood or composites.