Bold expansion for Metstrade 2025 Bold expansion for Metstrade 2025 A significant new chapter as it prepares for its 37th edition Metstrade, the world's largest trade exhibition for the leisure marine industry, is set to mark a significant new chapter as it prepares for its 37th edition in 2025. by Nino Kersten Posted 2 May 15:24 AEST ASMEX 2025 confirms impressive speaker line-up ASMEX 2025 confirms impressive speaker line-up Showcasing some of the world's leading minds in superyacht building The Australian International Marine Export Group (AIMEX), together with Superyacht Australia has confirmed an impressive lineup of international and Australian speakers for the Australian Superyacht Conference (ASMEX) 2025. by AIMEX Posted 2 May 14:54 AEST Matt Allen AM matches AOC funding Matt Allen AM matches AOC funding To support 2024 Olympic Podium Performing Sailors Matt Allen AM has once again demonstrated his unwavering support for sailing by generously matching the Australian Olympic Committee's Medal Incentive Funding (MIF) for Olympic champion Matt Wearn and Paris 2024 silver medallist Grae Morris. by Lisa Ratcliff for the Australian Sailing Team Posted 2 May 14:44 AEST Boat Show updates from Sydney and Melbourne Boat Show updates from Sydney and Melbourne A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania The 2025 Sydney Boat Show is here and exhibitor applications are now open. Taking place from 14 to 17 August at the Sydney Showground, Sydney Olympic Park, this exciting new event format puts the marine industry front and centre. by Peter Rendle Posted 2 May 07:00 AEST MIA at the Southeast Asia Yachting Conference MIA at the Southeast Asia Yachting Conference Hosting a breakout session for regional members and others interested in MIA activities Following the conclusion of the main part of the Southeast Asian Yachting Conference, the MIA hosted a breakout session for regional members and others interested in MIA activities. by Marina Industries Association Posted 1 May 19:09 AEST New footage of the Nautitech 44 Open & Bavaria C46 New footage of the Nautitech 44 Open & Bavaria C46 Have a look at the latest from Ensign Yachts, plus the J/40 wins under ORC at Pasquavela in Italy In this edition, we highlight a new Yacht Charter service in the Mediterranean, showcase new footage of our award-winning Bavaria C46, and highlight a walkthrough of the Nautitech 44 Open. Plus the J/40 wins under ORC at the Pasquavela in Italy! by Ensign Yachts Posted 1 May 08:00 AEST Boating & Fishing Groups share vision Boating & Fishing Groups share vision BIA and AFTA represent a combined contribution to the Australian economy of $21 billion Two of Australia's leading industry groups in outdoor recreation spanning boating and fishing today joined forces with an agreement to collaborate. by Boating Industry Association Posted 30 Apr 18:06 AEST Sunpower Yachts International acquires Alva Yachts Sunpower Yachts International acquires Alva Yachts Becoming the world's largest solar electric yacht company In a groundbreaking move that redefines the future of luxury yachting, Sunpower Yachts International proudly announces the acquisition of Alva Yachts GmbH. by Sunpower Yachts International Posted 30 Apr 17:37 AEST 2025 Melbourne Boat Show to be held at Docklands 2025 Melbourne Boat Show to be held at Docklands This decision follows an extensive review process The Boating Industry Association of Victoria (BIAV) is delighted to formally announce the 2025 Melbourne Boat Show will be held from 16-19 October at Docklands. by Boating Industry Association of Victoria Posted 30 Apr 07:03 AEST First images of the Excess 13 First images of the Excess 13 Designed for sailing, crafted for cruising The Excess concept corresponds to a certain idea of sailing: exalted, free, daring. The Excess 13 takes this idea a step further. by Excess Catamarans Posted 29 Apr 20:54 AEST Marinas26 Exhibition – 80% Sold Marinas26 Exhibition – 80% Sold Attracting a record 380 delegates and exhibitors The Marina Industries Association (MIA) is excited to announce that exhibition space for its Marinas26 International Conference and Trade Exhibition (Marinas26) is now 80% sold. by Marina Industries Association Posted 29 Apr 17:12 AEST Marine Rescue NSW volunteers to hone skills Marine Rescue NSW volunteers to hone skills In major South Coast training exercise More than 80 Marine Rescue NSW volunteers from the South Coast will take part in a simulated live activation, real-time, multi-agency search and rescue exercise (SAREX) this Saturday (3 May) by Marine Rescue NSW Posted 29 Apr 16:56 AEST A look inside the Spirit Yachts yard A look inside the Spirit Yachts yard A close look at what makes their yachts unique Traditional skills in boatbuilding could be regarded as a lost art from a bygone era. In the world of fibreglass and carbon, the joinery and laminating techniques of wood ribs and cedar strips are a thing of the past. by Mark Jardine Posted 29 Apr 03:00 AEST 2025 Sydney Boat Show exhibitor applications open 2025 Sydney Boat Show exhibitor applications open Taking place from 14 to 17 August 2025 at the Sydney Showground, Sydney Olympic Park The 2025 Sydney Boat Show is here — and exhibitor applications are now open. by Sydney Boat Show Posted 28 Apr 15:56 AEST The Yacht Sales Co. sponsor Musket Cove Fiji event The Yacht Sales Co. sponsor Musket Cove Fiji event Promising a spectacular week of racing in September The Yacht Sales Co. is delighted to announce its role as the major sponsor of the 2025 Musket Cove Fiji Regatta, set to take place from 12–16 September 2025. by The Yacht Sales Co. Posted 28 Apr 15:26 AEST Beneteau to launch redesigned Gran Turismo range Beneteau to launch redesigned Gran Turismo range The ambitious plans will see the launch of three new models in just six months BENETEAU, the world's leading marine brand, has announced an overhaul of their Gran Turismo range to create a new generation of luxury 'Crossover Express Cruisers' that better meets the evolving needs of their customers. by Beneteau Posted 27 Apr 04:34 AEST Women's roles in our industry are undisputed Women's roles in our industry are undisputed A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania The AMSA invited BIA recently to record a video Q&A to highlight the work of industry to promote women in the boating sector to all Regional Safety Committees around Australia. by Peter Rendle Posted 25 Apr 07:00 AEST Why Gianneschi pumps are the best in the business Why Gianneschi pumps are the best in the business Family-owned for 50 years with parts and technical support is available in Australia through Gineico Gianneschi has been family-owned for 50 years, and has concentrated solely on marine pumps, not touching the domestic market, since the outset. by Mark Jardine Posted 25 Apr 07:00 AEST VETUS shares updates from SV Delos VETUS shares updates from SV Delos YouTube stars Brian and Karin Trautman and their exciting catamaran build VETUS, the leading developer of onboard boat systems, is delighted to share the latest developments from the acclaimed YouTube stars, Brian and Karin Trautman of SV Delos, as they continue work on their ambitious project to build Delos 2.0. by VETUS Posted 25 Apr 05:36 AEST The Whiskey Project Group launches VYCOR line The Whiskey Project Group launches VYCOR line A versatile range of rugged purpose-built vessels The Whiskey Project Group (TWPG) has unveiled VYCOR, a new line of high-performance commercial watercraft, alongside a refreshed brand identity, marking a pivotal step in its strategic growth. by The Whiskey Project Group Posted 24 Apr 20:42 AEST