Simulation success Simulation success Large-scale ocean rescue emergency exercise concludes off Hunter Coast A major multi-agency Search and Rescue Exercise (SAREX) concluded successfully today, Saturday 14 June, off the coast of Newcastle with over 70 Marine Rescue NSW volunteers by Marine Rescue NSW Posted 14 Jun 16:07 AEST Bulwarks and Bulldust – watch Episode Six Bulwarks and Bulldust – watch Episode Six Episode Six is now live - Are boat shows still relevant? Episode Six - asks the question, 'Are boat shows still Relevant?' We also offer some thoughts on changes and updates. The final episode of Series One is now live by Bulwarks and Bulldust Posted 14 Jun 08:46 AEST How to Land Your First Superyacht Job How to Land Your First Superyacht Job Burned out? Looking for soemthign very different? This could help you... Not long ago, I was sitting in a Houston cubicle, 24 years old, engineering degree in hand, and completely miserable. 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This is more than just a boat; it's a mindset. by Beneteau Posted 13 Jun 06:36 AEST Whittley Boats announce Aluminium Series for sale Whittley Boats announce Aluminium Series for sale Across five factory-owned boating centre locations Australia's leading national trailer boat retailer and service provider, Whittley Marine Group, welcomes a new aluminium boat range into its five dealerships. by Alan Whittley Posted 12 Jun 18:11 AEST Entries open for 2025 DAME Design Awards Entries open for 2025 DAME Design Awards The global leisure marine industry's gold standard recognition for excellence in equipment design This year's edition of the prestigious DAME Design Awards at Metstrade, the global leisure marine industry's gold standard recognition for excellence in equipment design, is now open for entries. by Metstrade Posted 12 Jun 18:07 AEST EV Maritime launches Auckland electric ferry EV Maritime launches Auckland electric ferry First EVM200 class - a series of battery-electric fast ferries built using lightweight carbon fibre EV Maritime, New Zealand's leading electric ferry design and technology company, today announced the launch of its first fully electric passenger ferry. by EV Maritime Posted 12 Jun 16:54 AEST Fountaine Pajot's ODSea+ hybrid electric cats Fountaine Pajot's ODSea+ hybrid electric cats An environmentally responsible cruising experience without compromising comfort, autonomy or safety Fountaine Pajot has redefined sustainable cruising with the launch of its innovative ODSea+ hybrid electric system across its sailing catamaran range. by The Yacht Sales Co. Posted 12 Jun 15:57 AEST Upcoming Online Training & Education Opportunities Upcoming Online Training & Education Opportunities Are you confident your team is following the latest industry best practices? Are you confident your team is following the latest industry best practices? Are they ready to respond safely and effectively in any situation? by Marina Industries Association Posted 12 Jun 12:20 AEST Resounding success of the 2024 Melbourne Boat Show Resounding success of the 2024 Melbourne Boat Show Planning is well under way for an even bigger show in 2025 Following the resounding success of the 2024 Melbourne Boat Show, which welcomed over 38,000 visitors, planning is well under way for an even bigger show in 2025. by Boating Industry Association of Victoria Posted 12 Jun 06:19 AEST Fairview appointed dealer for Bali Catamarans Fairview appointed dealer for Bali Catamarans In Thailand and Hong Kong Fairview Yachting is proud to announce its appointment as the official dealer for Bali Catamarans in Thailand and Hong Kong. by Fairview Yachting Posted 10 Jun 19:37 AEST Celebrating Emergency Services Medal recipients Celebrating Emergency Services Medal recipients Honouring distinguished service by members of Australia's emergency services Three dedicated Marine Rescue NSW members have been recognised in the 2025 King's Birthday Honours List, each receiving the prestigious Emergency Services Medal (ESM) for their outstanding service and commitment to maritime safety and rescue. by Marine Rescue NSW Posted 10 Jun 19:31 AEST 2024 Mercury Australian Dealer of the Year 2024 Mercury Australian Dealer of the Year Back-to-back wins for Channel Marine Tasmanian dealer Channel Marine has continued to set the standard for excellence and dedication in the industry, taking home Mercury Marine's most prestigious award, The Australian National Dealer of the Year for the second consecutive year. by Mercury Marine Posted 10 Jun 18:33 AEST King's birthday honours for MIA President King's birthday honours for MIA President Andrew Chapman CMM has been appointed as a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) Andrew Chapman CMM, President of the Marina Industries Association (MIA), has been appointed as a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) in the King's Birthday Honours in recognition of his significant service to youth and the marina industries. by Marina Industries Association Posted 10 Jun 17:55 AEST Marine Auctions: June online auctions Marine Auctions: June online auctions Bidding to open on Friday 20th June The Bidding for the June Online Auction will commence on Thursday 20th June and will end on Thursday 26th June at 2pm AEST. by Marine Auctions Posted 7 Jun 15:19 AEST Hamilton Island Race Week Accommodation Deals Hamilton Island Race Week Accommodation Deals Our most popular race week properties available now at reduced rates Hamilton Island Race Week is fast approaching and if you're quick, we have some prime race week viewing spots available where you can watch some of the world's best racing yachts sail by and be close to all the celebrations. by Whitsunday Holidays Posted 7 Jun 07:05 AEST