Product & Industry
AkzoNobel Appoints Jemma Lampkin as Global Commercial Director of its Yacht Coatings Division
As AkzoNobel’s yacht coatings division looks to further cement itself as the market-leading supplier of yacht coatings for professionals and boat owners across the world, it is pleased to announce the appointment of Jemma Lampkin as Global Commercial Director to continue to drive this…
Ocean Alexander 28 Explorer World Debut at Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show
Alexander Marine Australia, the exclusive dealer for Ocean Alexander and Galeon yachts in Australia and New Zealand, will be hosting the highly anticipated World Debut of the Ocean Alexander 28 Explorer at the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show,…
New Roger Hill design takes shape with DuFLEX
The divinely named “Celeste”, a 12-metre Roger Hill-designed power catamaran, is in build at G&T Marine, Auckland – the first-time seasoned boat builder Grant Symmans has worked with the DuFLEX panel system and Z-press from ATL Composites. The privately-owned, custom-built, displacement-hull powercat is on…
Champion racers prepare at Rivergate
Seven high-profile racing yachts are berthed at Rivergate Marina & Shipyard, completing final preparations ahead of the 2022 Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race which begins on Good Friday, 15 April. Matt Allen’s TP52 Ichi Ban commands its fair share of attention at Rivergate, alongside fellow champion…
World’s first ocean crossing by a solar-electric autonomous vessel
Fort-de-France, Martinique – (7 April 2022) – Mahi Two, a Torqeedo-powered uncrewed surface vessel (USV), has become what is believed to be the first to cross the Atlantic Ocean using only solar power. The autonomous robotic boat left the coast of Spain in September…
Incat Tasmania’s hull 097 heads to South Korea
Australian high speed craft specialist Incat Tasmania is breaking new ground with its latest high speed catamaran, a 76 metre fast ferry for Seaworld Express Ferry of South Korea. Just as Incat led the way with the world’s first car-carrying high speed catamarans in…
Marine Apprentice of the Year Award
Each year, the Australian Marine Industry Awards recognises the innovation, creativity, and craftsmanship of some of Australia’s most successful marine businesses. The awards cover categories for the superyacht, commercial marine and marine export sectors of the industry, but the newest award – the Marine…
Project of passion for Pride
A sentimental refit project was recently, and miraculously swiftly, undertaken at The Boat Works, overseen by General Manager, Shane Subichin and carried out by the on-site marine professionals and trades. The “big little job” that took the team long hours over two and a…
RAND Spirit 25 – a Lifestyle racer with raw performance
The new Spirit 25 from RAND Boats is the first walk-around lifestyle racer combining luxury design with social focus and raw performance, creating a hyper-efficient reinvention of the runabout. This elegant 25ft open luxury day-cruiser is yet another statement of style and innovation from…
Superyacht Australia’s 2022 Soirée reflects strong sector growth and confidence
Superyacht Australia, the peak body for the Australian Superyacht Industry, hosted the third annual Superyacht Soirée in partnership with Benetti Yachts and Musson Jewellers at Jones Bay Marina last Saturday, 26 February, welcoming a record number of participating vessels, sponsors and guests. The Superyacht…
River Coastal Rescue recruiting staff for Perth launch
River Coastal Rescue (RCR) is looking for up to six marine engineers to support the launch of its business in Perth, providing boat owners with a new breakdown assistance, recovery and maintenance service. Due to launch in March, RCR is looking…
Eyachts Biggest Stand at Sanctuary Cove
Join Eyachts for the biggest Axopar/BRABUS Marine stand ever with no less than 8 boats on show at Sanctuary Cove’s Marine Village. Find Eyachts at the E Ramp entrance, this is a day boat display you won’t want to miss. Many Australians have already…