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30% OFF EVERYTHING AT QUAD LOCK Quad Lock is thrilled to announce its 2024 Black Friday sale, offering 30% off site-wide. This once-a-year event is the perfect time to gear up with Quad Lock products, including phone mounts, cases, accessories,…
The Yacht Sales Co. and the Fountaine Pajot Group have announced a joint venture in a significant move that will see the two leading companies expand their presence in the Asia Pacific region. In late October 2024, the Fountaine Pajot…
Digitalisation has changed sailing. Technologies once reserved for Grand-Prix are permeating every level of the sport, giving sailors the ability to adopt elite racing and training practices – elevating the game across the board. Leader in wireless load sensing, Cyclops…
South Pacific II, the 75-foot timber motor yacht built by Norman R. Wright & Sons and launched in 1962 as “Beryl May”, returned to the boat builder’s Brisbane headquarters in early 2023 for 18 months of upgrades and refurbishments for…
Absolute Yachts has unveiled the spectacular new Navetta 70 Allure setting a new benchmark for innovation and design. The new Navetta 70 Allure marks a turning point in the luxury yacht market, introducing innovative and contemporary design elements without forgoing…
The 2024 Gold Coast Open Day run by The Yacht Sales Co is shaping up to be the biggest and best yet and we would love to see you at this special boating extravaganza this weekend. The free event will be…
When Sir Ben Ainslie and INEOS Brittania burst through the Louis Vuitton Cup final and into the America’s Cup Match for the first time in 60-years it was a momentous moment for British sailing. Whether the Challengers of Record manage…
Sydney, Australia – October 18, 2024 — Carbon Yachts is proud to announce its Maritime Emissions Reduction Coalition (MERC) membership, reinforcing its commitment to advancing sustainable boating technologies. With electric vessels now beginning to surpass petrol-powered boats in many key…
ASC57: 57m Adventure Sailing Catamaran Australia’s custom superyacht builder Echo Yachts has commenced construction of their latest creation, the ASC57, at their superyacht building facility in the Australian Marine Complex, Western Australia. This groundbreaking project brings together industry leaders from across the globe….
Jeanneau’s latest innovation in yacht design has made it down under! Featuring a unique monohull design philosophy, the Jeanneau Yachts 55 is perfectly setup for short handed long range cruising and entertaining. The aft cockpit features two generous tables and…
A new report shows superyacht visitors injected $212m into the New Zealand economy in the 2023/4 season, and has been released as New Zealand ramps up its superyacht attraction initiatives. Commissioned by NZ Marine and conducted by Market Economics Limited,…
The Boating Industry Association Ltd (BIA) today announced the acquisition of Marine Jobs demonstrating its commitment to the promotion of careers in the marine industry. Marine Jobs was launched in 2021 as an online recruitment platform as a partnership between…
Pegasus Yachts is pleased to announce the appointment of Kevin Wallis to head the new Pegasus Yachts Australia & New Zealand dealership based in Sydney, Australia. Marko Pas, Managing Director of Pegasus, said, “We are really excited to have Kevin…
Palm Beach Motor Yachts will attend the Melbourne International Boat Show for the first time, showcasing the exceptional Palm Beach 42. Cruising into Docklands, 17 to 20 October for the 62nd Melbourne Boat Show, Palm Beach Motor Yachts is looking…
As epoxy formulators with more than 40 years of experience and in-house technical expertise, ATL Composites has the flexibility to tailor products for specific markets. We are excited to introduce a new high-performance adhesive into our TECHNIGLUE range: Techniglue R28….
Superyacht captains and owners are taking every measure possible to ensure safety, and monitoring technologies are the easiest, most reliable way to do this. There are a range of risk factors onboard a superyacht, and captains will keep an eye…
The destination for the Marinas26 International Conference and Trade Exhibition has been announced as the Royal Pines Resort on Queensland’s Gold Coast. The Marina Industries Association (MIA) made the announcement to its members ahead of releasing it publicly in its…
ATL Composites will exhibit with joint venture partners M.u.H. von der Linden GmbH based in Wesel as vdL Composites GmbH at the 36th METSTRADE Show, running 19 to 21 November 2024 in Amsterdam. The world’s largest B2B marine event, showcasing the…
Lagoon, the world’s leading catamaran manufacturer, is proud to unveil its latest flagship model, the Lagoon EIGHTY 2. Crafted in collaboration with internationally renowned architects and designers, this new model sets a bold new standard for luxury, innovation, and sustainability…
Tesoro Yachts stole the limelight at the 2024 Cannes Yachting Festival when it unveiled its largest and most ambitious project to date, the stunning new T50 Speciale. Elevating the standards for exquisite luxury, the new T50 Speciale is the result of…
The Australian International Marine Export Group (AIMEX), the Boating Industry Association (BIA) and Marine Jobs hosted the second annual Gold Coast Marine Jobs & Careers Expo, on Saturday 7 September 2024. This free-to-attend Expo connected over 1,200 attendees offering the…
Fountaine Pajot has announced its latest model, the elegant NEW 41, representing the perfect blend of elegance, performance and habitability. Available with an internal combustion or electric drivetrain, this sleek sailing catamaran has been designed to offer outstanding autonomy for extended…
The world’s most popular sailing trimaran is making a resurgence in Australia with two brand new pre-sold Corsair 880s arriving in Sydney this week for assembly by distributor Multihull Central, alongside a third also on display. A fourth Corsair 880…
The Yacht Sales Co. has announced the details of its highly anticipated Gold Coast Open Day, set to attract hundreds of boating enthusiasts on Saturday 2 November. The free annual event will be held at the company’s Gold Coast Sales Centre at The Boat…
Cyclops Marine: The America’s Cup has always been about more than just what happens on the water—it’s a catalyst for technological innovation that pushes the boundaries of what’s possible. The technologies developed and advanced in the Cup often shape the…
Carbon Yachts, a leading distributor of luxury marine vessels in Australia & New Zealand, is excited to announce the arrival of ASTenders to Australia. The highly anticipated range of ASTenders is now available at Carbon Yachts’ premier Sydney showroom, offering…
Since 2022, Josie Maher-Eastman has been the General Manager of her family’s businesses: Edencraft International, Edencraft Marine and Edencraft Creative. Based in Geelong, Victoria, Edencraft International manufactures worldclass fibreglass, offshore fishing boats ranging from 6 to 7.77-metres that can be…
The Yacht Sales Co. has announced a special Dufour Yachts Showcase event presenting an exceptional opportunity for buyers to inspect an extensive range of the prestigious French models in one location. The event will be held at the Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron…
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….
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’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…
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 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…
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,…
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…
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.
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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