October boat shows in Sydney and Melbourne October boat shows in Sydney and Melbourne A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania Sail Expo 2026 will bring together an expanded showcase of yachts, marine brands, equipment and services when it returns to the Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club (RPAYC), Newport, on 17-18 October. by Peter Rendle Posted 18 Sep 07:00 AEST Ajax Systems joins African Boating Conference Ajax Systems joins African Boating Conference Navigating a changing world: what global security means for the marine industry Ajax Systems has joined the African Boating Conference as an Industry Partner and will bring its security expertise to one of the conference's most topical discussions: how the marine industry manages risk in an increasingly complex global environment. by African Boating Conference Posted 18 Sep 02:18 AEST Australia joins global industry survey Australia joins global industry survey To shape the future of boat Life Cycle Assessment Australian boatbuilders and supply chains are invited to help develop a globally harmonised environmental assessment methodology for the recreational marine industry, according to the Boating Industry Association Ltd (BIA). by Boating Industry Association Posted 17 Sep 19:33 AEST Cannes Yachting Festival 2026 Review Cannes Yachting Festival 2026 Review A great source of inspiration for the 56,000 visitors from all over the world From 8 to 13 September, the Cannes Yachting Festival, in the heart of the Vieux Port and Port Canto, brought together 660 exhibitors and 700 boats from 5 to 55 metres, including nearly 150 world premieres. by Cannes Yachting Festival Posted 17 Sep 17:10 AEST Marine Rescue NSW records busiest August Marine Rescue NSW records busiest August Volunteers across the state completed 273 search and rescue missions Marine Rescue NSW volunteers have recorded their busiest August on record, capping an exceptionally busy winter as crews prepare for a surge in boating activity during the spring school holidays. by Marine Rescue NSW Posted 17 Sep 17:06 AEST Launching the first southern hemisphere X40E Launching the first southern hemisphere X40E Fitted with a powerful Oceanvolt motor that regenerates power once it hits 6 knots The second X-Yachts X40E ever launched was splashed at ORAM's boatyard, Auckland NZ in August this year. The Auckland based owner is an avid sailor and ORAM's were contracted to commission the yacht following her being shipped from Denmark. by X-Yachts New Zealand Posted 17 Sep 16:42 AEST Upcoming MIA Study Tours - Queensland & Thailand Upcoming MIA Study Tours - Queensland & Thailand A first-hand look at how other operators, manufacturers and infrastructure providers do things Study tours give marina industry professionals a first-hand look at how other operators, manufacturers and infrastructure providers do things, and the chance to bring those ideas home. by Marina Industries Association Posted 17 Sep 12:48 AEST A new waterfront icon is coming A new waterfront icon is coming The Mantaray Club nears completion Set to become one of the Gold Coast's most distinctive dining and hospitality destinations, The Mantaray Club is nearing completion. by The Mantaray Marina & Residences Posted 17 Sep 09:56 AEST Southern Pacific Boats partner Australian Sailing Southern Pacific Boats partner Australian Sailing Becoming the official RIB of Australian Sailing and the AST Australian Sailing is delighted to announce a newly minted six-year global partnership with Southern Pacific Boats, with the Australasian manufacturer becoming the official RIB of Australian Sailing and the AST through to the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games. by Southern Pacific Boats Posted 17 Sep 08:28 AEST Expanded Showcase of Yachts at Sail Expo 2026 Expanded Showcase of Yachts at Sail Expo 2026 The Best of Sailing On and Off the Water Sail Expo 2026 will bring together an expanded showcase of yachts, marine brands, equipment and services when it returns to the Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club (RPAYC), Newport, on Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 October. by Sail Expo Posted 17 Sep 07:06 AEST Join Beneteau at the Melbourne Boat Show 2026 Join Beneteau at the Melbourne Boat Show 2026 Dor the APAC premieres of two new Gran Turismo models Beneteau is delighted to announce its participation in the Melbourne Boat Show 2026, taking place from October 15 to 18, at Melbourne's iconic Docklands waterfront. by Beneteau Group Posted 17 Sep 06:28 AEST Last Virtual Courses for 2026! Last Virtual Courses for 2026! Learn from industry leaders and equip your team with the necessary tools and knowledge As the busy summer season approaches, ensure your team is prepared for any situation. Learn from industry leaders and equip your team with the necessary tools and knowledge before emergencies unfold. by Marina Industries Association Posted 17 Sep 03:45 AEST Rayglass introduces Protector Expedition Series Rayglass introduces Protector Expedition Series Designed for extended offshore adventures Rayglass Boats, a Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC) brand and leading designer and manufacturer of premium power boats, announced today the launch of a new Protector Expedition Series. by Rayglass Boats Posted 17 Sep 02:02 AEST Applications open for the Murray River Boat Show Applications open for the Murray River Boat Show Connecting marine businesses with boaters, fishers, watersports enthusiasts, and families Exhibitor applications are now open for the inaugural Murray River Boat Show, coming to Yarrawonga from 12-14 March 2027. by Boating Industry Association of Victoria Posted 17 Sep 01:07 AEST New DRAGONFLY 33: The Evolution of an Icon New DRAGONFLY 33: The Evolution of an Icon The next step in the evolution of the performance cruising range After almost 60 years of designing and building world-class trimarans, we are proud to introduce the all-new DRAGONFLY 33. by Dragonfly Trimarans Posted 15 Sep 15:21 AEST Oceania Marine expands into yacht brokerage Oceania Marine expands into yacht brokerage With the launch of a dedicated yacht brokerage division Oceania Marine Australia has expanded its operations with the launch of a dedicated yacht brokerage division, complementing the company's established marine engineering, project management and yacht services business. by Helen James Posted 15 Sep 14:27 AEST NSW Govt moves to ban powered vessels NSW Govt moves to ban powered vessels From areas of Port Stephens this summer The Boating Industry Association (BIA) today expressed its disappointment with this morning's announcement by the NSW Government to ban powered vessels from areas of Port Stephens this summer. by Boating Industry Association Posted 14 Sep 19:24 AEST Simulated Marine Rescue NSW exercise at Jervis Bay Simulated Marine Rescue NSW exercise at Jervis Bay The exercise brought more than 70 Marine Rescue NSW volunteers and staff together Ten people were thrown into a life raft off Jervis Bay as a simulated whale strike sent a vessel to the bottom, but this time the people waiting to be rescued were real. by Marine Rescue NSW Posted 12 Sep 18:53 AEST Marinas28 heads to the banks of the Brisbane River Marinas28 heads to the banks of the Brisbane River The Star at Queen's Wharf confirmed as the venue The Asia-Pacific's premier marina industry conference returns to Brisbane, host city of the 2032 Olympics with delegates again able to time their visit to take in the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show prior. by Marina Industries Association Posted 12 Sep 06:24 AEST Worldwide news involving our region this week Worldwide news involving our region this week A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania The Boating Industry Association is hosting a boating industry day at NSW Parliament House in Sydney on 22 September. It is co-hosted with Roy Butler MP and Clayton Barr MP of a NSW Parliamentary Friendship Group for boating. by Peter Rendle Posted 11 Sep 07:00 AEST