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 Expanding horizons with West System Epoxy Expanding horizons with West System Epoxy Working on D-Class boats over the years sparked Jonathan Minnebo's love of sailing Returning to his roots, Jonathan Minnebo has broadened his sights from solely shipwright work to creating bespoke furniture and staircase design and installation. by West System Posted 6 Jun 16:54 AEST Distributor appointed for ePropulsion Distributor appointed for ePropulsion Power Equipment Pty Ltd to announce its new partnership with ePropulsion Power Equipment Pty Ltd, Australia's leading supplier of marine engines and power solutions, is proud to announce its new partnership with ePropulsion, a global innovator in electric marine propulsion systems. by Power Equipment Posted 6 Jun 16:08 AEST Saving lives and growth Saving lives and growth Recruitment is a high priority for Marine Rescue Eden Marine Rescue Eden leaders Roger Barson and Nancy Weatherman have been re-elected to continue guiding the unit's mission of saving lives on the water. by Marine Rescue NSW Posted 6 Jun 15:52 AEST Bulwarks and Bulldust – watch Episode Five Bulwarks and Bulldust – watch Episode Five Episode Five - Shane Subichin, The Boat Works - is now up and running Watch along as we speak with Shane Subichin, GM at The Boat Works about his life from tinnies on Sydney Harbour to leading the team at the premier refit and maintenance yard on the Gold Coast. by Bulwarks and Bulldust Posted 6 Jun 14:28 AEST Sanctuary Cove delivers perfect weather Sanctuary Cove delivers perfect weather A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania There's no better place to be in May when the weather behaves, than the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show. Mark Jardine, Sail-World's Managing Editor travelled from the UK to catch up with the latest marine offerings at this year's event. by Peter Rendle Posted 6 Jun 08:00 AEST SA boating facilities ministerial briefing SA boating facilities ministerial briefing The Murray is a vital economic and cultural asset for South Australia BIA last week gave a presentation on the ongoing concerns regarding River Murray slipway/haul-out facilities to TICSA industry roundtable meeting, that included Minister Bettison the SA Tourism Minister and Emma Terry the CEO of the SATC. by Boating Industry Association Posted 5 Jun 20:15 AEST Marine Rescue NSW missions drop in May Marine Rescue NSW missions drop in May Volunteers across the state performed 202 search and rescue missions last month Marine Rescue NSW volunteers experienced reduced demand in May, with unfavourable boating weather leading to fewer boaters heading out on the water and requiring assistance. by Marine Rescue NSW Posted 5 Jun 20:07 AEST Horizon Yacht Australia announces key appointments Horizon Yacht Australia announces key appointments Strategic growth marks a significant step forward in Horizon's ongoing mission Horizon Yacht Australia is proud to announce the expansion of its core team with the addition of four experienced professionals, each bringing a unique combination of industry expertise, passion for boating, and customer-first values. by Horizon Yachts Posted 5 Jun 19:47 AEST