Marine industry labour shortage a critical issue
by Peter Rendle
A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania More than 90 per cent of Australia's marine industry is deeply concerned about a critical lack of skilled labour, according to the latest data released by the Boating Industry Association (BIA).
Posted on 21 May Australia's back!
by John Curnow, Sail-World.com AUS Editor
Like, did we ever leave? Not really… Like, did we ever leave? Not really… Ever since Sir Frank Packer KBE kicked it off, we've been there, or thereabouts. For instance, Grant Simmer OAM has been involved with every one of them since winning it in 1983.
Posted on 17 May Team Australia America's Cup launch videos
by John Curnow, Sail-World.com AUS Editor
Videos with key members of the team, Grant Simmer OAM, Glenn Ashby, and Tash Bryant Team Australia's challenge for the 38th America's Cup was launched yesterday at the Royal Prince Edward Yacht Club.
Posted on 14 May Global yachting market projections from Deloitte
by Peter Rendle
A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania The global market for new boat builds in the 2023-2025 period has stabilised (-2.1%, standing at €33.3 billion), however the Italian boatbuilding industry has managed to buck the global market trend (at around +5% in the 2023-2025 period).
Posted on 14 May World Boating Day - introducing boating globally
by Peter Rendle
A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania World Boating Day (WBD) returns this May with an expanded global programme designed to open up boating to everyone, from curious newcomers to seasoned enthusiasts.
Posted on 7 May Close Encounters…
by John Curnow, Sail-World.com AUS Editor
Of the Jimbo kind. To know Jim Close is to have an experience. To know Jim Close, aka Jimbo, or Mumbles, is to have an experience (Boom. Boom. Basil Brush). It's not a reflection. It's a casting of vision. Yes. What a trip. Part acid. Part journey through space. Part adventure in existentialism.
Posted on 4 May Solution for redundant fibreglass boats launched
by Peter Rendle
A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania The global marine industry is facing an unprecedented materials crisis. Right now, 35+ million fibreglass boats worldwide are reaching their end of life. With no scalable pathway for recycling, these vessels are becoming an environmental burden.
Posted on 30 Apr Boat Show updates across the region this week
by Peter Rendle
A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania Calling all yachties! Round up your crew because the Southern Hemisphere's largest marine event, the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS), is hitting the Gold Coast from 21-24 May with its most show-stopping line-up yet.
Posted on 23 Apr A variety of news across the industry this week
by Peter Rendle
A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania The Southern Hemisphere's largest marine event, Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS) will make its highly anticipated return to the Gold Coast from May 21 - 24 with a star-studded line-up of exhibitors.
Posted on 16 Apr Sydney Boat Show event delivery partner announced
by Peter Rendle
A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania The Boating Industry Association announced Exhibitions and Trade Fairs have been appointed as the event delivery partner for the Sydney Boat Show 2026, bringing more than three decades of experience in delivering world-class exhibitions and conferences.
Posted on 9 Apr Free trade agreement suggests new opportunities
by Peter Rendle
A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania European Boating Industry (EBI) applauds the recent EU free trade agreements announced with the Mercosur region, Australia and India.
Posted on 2 Apr Measure twice. Cut once.
by John Curnow, Global Editor, SailWorldCruising.com
Perhaps even measured thrice? Yes. On reflection, I think we can absolutely lock that one in. Perhaps even measured thrice? Yes. On reflection, I think we can absolutely lock that one in. So then, let's consider all this. Now that initial quantum was keeping the ambition in check. No headlines. No elongated rig. No overtly aggressive sail plan.
Posted on 1 Apr Queensland's major boatyards in the news this week
by Peter Rendle
A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania d'Albora, Australia's largest premium marina and boatyard network, has contracted to acquire Gold Coast City Marina (GCCM), further strengthening its national portfolio.
Posted on 26 Mar Marine industry news covering the globe this week
by Peter Rendle
A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania The global ocean technology, engineering and science communities united in London last week for a landmark edition of Oceanology International - a vibrant showcase of breakthrough innovation, next-generation equipment and high-energy dealmaking.
Posted on 19 Mar Sydney Boat Show preparations already happening
by Peter Rendle
A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania Australia's peak marine body, the Boating Industry Association Ltd (BIA) is full steam ahead in preparation for the Sydney Boat Show to be held from 30 July to 2 August at the Sydney Showground, Olympic Park.
Posted on 12 Mar Industry event feedback always of interest
by Peter Rendle
A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania Organisers, exhibitors and the BIAV have hailed the inaugural Gippsland Lakes Boat Show a success after it concluded on the Paynesville Waterfront on Sunday afternoon. Very favourable weather glorified an outstanding waterfront location.
Posted on 5 Mar Sailing industry news predominant this week
by Peter Rendle
A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania The Australian Sailing Team in partnership with Young Presidents' Organisation, has launched a High-Performance Athlete Mentor Program, a pilot initiative designed to connect elite sailors with some of Australia's most accomplished business leaders.
Posted on 26 Feb Pom Green: Born into Boatbuilding
by Mark Jardine
The Switch revolution, and the ethos behind Element 6 Evolution Pom Green has a family heritage in boatbuilding, growing up in the heyday of Green Marine, and has gone on to establish Element Six Evolution. While he has learned from legendary designers such as Doug Peterson, he has gone on to define his own legacy.
Posted on 25 Feb 2026 Industry Events now being promoted
by Peter Rendle
A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania Members of the global sailing and yacht racing community are invited to save the dates of November 19-20 for the 16th edition of the Yacht Racing Forum.
Posted on 19 Feb Industry prepares for events across our region
by Peter Rendle
A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania The Gold Coast is set to transform into a marine and lifestyle hub as the Southern Hemisphere's largest marine event, Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS) on 21-24 May, has tickets officially on sale.
Posted on 13 Feb New Year, New Boat Show
by Peter Rendle
A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania The Gippsland Lakes region will welcome a major new boating event in 2026, with their inaugural Boat Show set for Paynesville. The show will position the historic boating town as a key destination on Victoria's marine industry calendar.
Posted on 5 Feb News from all corners of the industry's locations
by Peter Rendle
A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania The Boating Industry Association (BIA) has launched its Go Boating SA campaign to promote all forms of boating in South Australia. BIA CEO Andrew Fielding said the promotion of safe, responsible and enjoyable boating was a key priority for the BIA.
Posted on 29 Jan A Splash of Colour at boot Düsseldorf 2026
by Mark Jardine
I was very much looking for things which brighten up a cold and wet January At boot this year I was very much looking for things which brighten up a cold and wet January.
Posted on 27 Jan More news of expanding Asian market activity
by Peter Rendle
A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania The official opening of the Thailand International Boat Show, a luxury lifestyle event at Phuket Yacht Haven Marina, brought together senior government representatives and leaders from the marine and tourism industries.
Posted on 22 Jan A timely message for this time of the year
by Peter Rendle
A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania The Lake Macquarie region has been identified as the waterway where boaters are most likely to need assistance in NSW as almost a third of Marine Rescue NSW units across the state experienced record demand last year.
Posted on 15 Jan The industry looks ahead to a more prosperous 2026
by Peter Rendle
A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania This 25th Auckland Boat Show, 5-8 March 2026, will be a whopper with more than 160 exhibitors and 500 brands, and 115 vessels berthed along a stretch of 1.3km of floating pontoons, the annual installation of which will commence in the new year.
Posted on 1 Jan Industry stalwart's latest on-water ambitions
by Peter Rendle
A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania I first met Bill Barry-Cotter when he owned the Mariner factory in Mona Vale, Sydney. In those days he paid his advertising bill with an AMEX card. How times have changed.
Posted on 18 Dec 2025 Early bird pricing still available for Marinas26
by Peter Rendle
A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania There's still time to take advantage of early bird pricing for Marinas26, the Asia-Pacific's premier marina industry event, happening 25-27 May at Royal Pines Resort, Gold Coast.
Posted on 11 Dec 2025 Further developments at a Queensland marine base
by Peter Rendle
A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania Steering into 2026, The Boat Works unveils 'Pier 25', taking the premier marine destination to the next level.
Posted on 4 Dec 2025 Metstrade concludes after largest ever show
by Peter Rendle
A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania The 37th edition of Metstrade was held at the RAI Amsterdam from 18-20 November, for the first time filling all 13 halls to capacity with close to 1,700 exhibitors across 30 country pavilions from 20 nations.
Posted on 27 Nov 2025 Successful new Sydney Show concludes
by Peter Rendle
A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania The 56th Sydney International On-Water Boat Show has concluded after four vibrant days of quality buyers, innovation, entertainment and lifestyle inspiration, once again transforming Darling Harbour into a showcase of the boating lifestyle.
Posted on 20 Nov 2025 Australia's love of life on and in the water
by Peter Rendle
A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania The Sydney International On-Water Boat Show is set to transform Darling Harbour into a vibrant open-air festival from Thursday this week , featuring an impressive showcase of on-water vessels, whilst also celebrating Australia's iconic marine lifestyle.
Posted on 13 Nov 2025 Government urged to support marine manufacturing
by Peter Rendle
A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania The BIA is urging all levels of Australian government to strategically back the nation's world-class marine manufacturing and recreational boating sector, warning that a critical skills shortage is threatening the industry.
Posted on 6 Nov 2025 The boat show season is in full swing
by Peter Rendle
A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania The Pittwater Sail Expo, held 24-26 October at the Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club, was a resounding success. As Australia's largest sailing show, the event attracted thousands of visitorsand celebrated every facet of the sailing lifestyle.
Posted on 30 Oct 2025 Sail Expo comes alive at the RPAYC today
by Peter Rendle
A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania Get ready to step aboard and set sail. The Pittwater Sail Expo 2025 is this weekend, from Friday 24 to Sunday 26 October at the Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club.
Posted on 23 Oct 2025 The boat show circuit approaches with summer
by Peter Rendle
A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania Docklands is the precinct for four great days of maritime excellence when thousands of enthusiasts and families pour in for the 63rd Melbourne Boat Show, Australia's most accessible. This year's free event (16-19 October) is making waves.
Posted on 16 Oct 2025 A Day at the Allen Factory!
by Mark Jardine
New and innovative products, cutting-edge manufacturing techniques The Allen factory, based in Southminster, Essex in the UK, makes many of the deck hardware and fittings that we use in our sailing, be that on dinghies or keelboats.
Posted on 16 Oct 2025 World Sailing Conference details now available
by Peter Rendle
A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania On 7 November, as part of World Sailing's Annual Conference in Dún Laoghaire, Ireland, they will conduct the Offshore Event Organisers Forum.
Posted on 9 Oct 2025 It's all about Boat Shows this week
by Peter Rendle
A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania Australasia's largest Sailing Boat Show is on this spring with the Expo set to transform the waterfront at the Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club. With free entry and parking, the three-day event is the ultimate destination for sailors.
Posted on 2 Oct 2025 Sydney International Boat Show tickets on sale now
by Peter Rendle
A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania Tickets for the Sydney International On-Water Boat Show, held 13-16 November at Sydney's Darling Harbour, will be released this week.
Posted on 26 Sep 2025 Boat Show announcements ahead of summer
by Peter Rendle
A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania With just eight weeks to go, the Sydney International On-Water Boat Show is shaping up as a must-attend celebration of Australia's marine lifestyle. From 13 to 16 November 2025, Darling Harbour will come alive with an impressive line-up of boats.
Posted on 18 Sep 2025 Metstrade set to be largest ever
by Peter Rendle
A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania Visitor registration is now open for Metstrade (18-20 November), the most influential event in the leisure marine industry.
Posted on 4 Sep 2025 Safer Boating initiative launched by the BIA
by Peter Rendle
A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania The BIA, with support from Transport for NSW, have announced the soft launch of the new Responsible Boat Owner (RBO) campaign, a national initiative focused on promoting a culture of safer boating.
Posted on 28 Aug 2025 Participation numbers announced at Sydney show
by Peter Rendle
A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania The Boating Industry Association launched the National Recreational Boating Statement at the new-format Sydney Boat Show, Sydney Showground, Sydney Olympic Park, to an audience of government, stakeholder and industry representatives.
Posted on 22 Aug 2025 A new boat show and new boats feature this week
by Peter Rendle
A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania The wait is over! The 2025 Sydney Boat Show opened its doors at 10am yesterday, welcoming visitors to four days of boating, fishing and marine lifestyle inspiration at Sydney Showground, Sydney Olympic Park.
Posted on 14 Aug 2025 This week's news covers a diversity of business
by Peter Rendle
A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania Marinas26 is off to a strong start with over 110 delegates registered for next year. It's shaping up to be a fantastic event where marina professionals can reconnect, learn, and get inspired.
Posted on 7 Aug 2025 Boat Show, Awards and Future Jobs
by Peter Rendle
A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania Australia's leading outdoor adventure retailer, Anaconda, has signed as a major partner for the Sydney Boat Show, marking a strong collaboration between two champions of the great outdoors and further elevating the overall show experience for visitors.
Posted on 31 Jul 2025 Fishing enthusiasts well catered for at Sydney
by Peter Rendle
A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania Australian football great, fishing icon and official ambassador for the 2025 Sydney Boat Show, Andrew 'ET' Ettingshausen shared his top highlights for the upcoming four-day event.
Posted on 24 Jul 2025 Sydney's November show open for exhibitor bookings
by Peter Rendle
A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania The Boating Industry Association and Mulpha Events have unveiled the second of two dynamic new-format events for Sydney in 2025 and exhibitor applications are now open.
Posted on 17 Jul 2025 Sydney and Melbourne show exhibitor updates
by Peter Rendle
A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania Due to overwhelming demand, the organisers have unlocked additional outdoor space within Riverina Avenue for the Sydney Boat Show, taking place 14-17 August. If you've been waiting to come on board now is your chance.
Posted on 10 Jul 2025