Summer is approaching and the boat show circuit gets ready - MarineBusinessWorld Oceania newsletter
by Peter Rendle 16 Oct 14:00 PDT
The Melbourne Boat Show returns to Docklands from Thursday to Sunday © Melbourne Boat Show
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 with a focus on getting more women into boating, while celebrating Victoria's powerhouse marine manufacturing industry that continues to punch above its weight on the national stage.
Palm Beach Motor Yachts will bring its signature blend of performance, craftsmanship, and timeless design to the Melbourne International Boat Show too. They are proud to present the Palm Beach 45. Shaped by decades of ocean-racing DNA and built on proprietary V-Warp Technology, the PB45 delivers remarkable fuel efficiency, elegance, and an incredibly smooth ride. Step aboard and experience the motor yacht that continues to turn heads and set new expectations.
Whittley Marine Group, Australia's largest national trailer boat group, is set to display the new Whittley model design concept at the Show. Melbourne will be the first time the Australian boating public will have the opportunity to see this new model as it approaches completion and is set for an official launch later this year.
Eyachts, the exclusive Australian and New Zealand dealer for Axopar and Pardo Yachts, is set to make a major impact at the Sydney Boat Show (13-16 November), bringing together two of the world's most influential brands in day-boating and adventure boating. From Scandinavian performance and innovation to Italian luxury and design, this showcase will highlight the best of both worlds.
Cantiere Mimì, in partnership with dealer Boatology, is making its first appearance at the Sydney Boat Show, where it will be exhibiting the Libeccio 8.5 Cabin. The event marks a new milestone in the international expansion of the yard, which is celebrating 50 years in business and recently signed an exclusive distribution agreement for Australia and New Zealand.
Club Marina Cove announced that the Hong Kong International Boat Show will be held in Sai Kung, 4-7 December. The four-day event, which has the support of the Hong Kong Boating Industry Association, will have on display a wide range of products from leading international boating brands. An added attraction of this year's show is a special zone of marine equipment exhibitors and service providers.
The Marina Industries Association (MIA) will once again host a shared stand for its members at the 2026 Singapore Yachting Festival, taking place 23-26 April at ONE degrees15 Marina Sentosa Cove. The event has quickly become a must-attend for the region's marine industry, offering a fantastic platform to connect, network, and promote the Australasian marina sector to an international audience.
A stellar line-up of clubs, volunteers and sailing stars from around the country have been named as national finalists for the Australian Sailing Awards. The nation's peak sailing awards will recognise the most outstanding performances from Australia's sailors, while also paying tribute to clubs and volunteers when the winners are announced at the Australian National Maritime Museum in Sydney on 14 November.
Agents by Catalano and Pantaenius Insurance are delighted to host The Superyacht Social - Auckland. Curated for crew, captains, and owners, the event offers the perfect opportunity to connect ahead of a busy summer of cruising in New Zealand. Set on Auckland's waterfront, guests can expect an afternoon of harbour views, cocktails, canapés, live DJ and saxophone, and goodie bags featuring premium New Zealand products.
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Peter Rendle - peter.rendle@worldmarine.media