Member’s Updates

CDM is thrilled to announce that the Flexplorer 146 Lt. Pete ‘Maverick’ Mitchell has been awarded the WSA  in the Displacement Motor Yachts category for yachts 499GT and below, ranging from 40m to 45.9m, and  the RJ115 Pazienza was honored in the Displacement Motor Yachts category 499GT and below, ranging  from 30m to 39.9m. Vasco…

Australia’s leading marina network is proud to announce the next evolution of its brokerage division: d’Albora Marine is now d’Albora Yacht Brokers. This brand refresh reflects a dynamic new chapter for d’Albora, combining premium yacht brokerage expertise with seamless access to Australia’s largest network of marinas, berthing services, boatyards, and ownership support. “The evolution to…

Jones Bay Superyacht Marina is thrilled to announce its recognition as “Marina of the Year – Under 140 Boats” at the prestigious 2025 Nautilus Marine Insurance Marina of the Year Awards. Presented at a ceremony hosted by the Marina Industry Association at the Middle Harbour Skiff Club, Sydney. This national honour underscores the marina’s exceptional…

Auckland, New Zealand – [7th May 2025] – Leading Australian marine uniform supplier, Quality Marine Clothing (QMC), is proud to announce its expansion into New Zealand with the opening of a new office in the heart of Auckland City. Previously operating as Uniform Shelf, the New Zealand branch will now trade as Quality Marine Clothing…

Southern Wind Australia and New Zealand is thrilled to announce that the SW108 Kiboko 4has been awarded both the “Sailing Yacht” category win and the prestigious title of “Sailing Yacht of the Year” at the 20th edition of the Boat International World Superyacht Awards. The prestigious ceremony took place on May 3, 2025, at the…

When it came to refinishing 54m superyacht, MY Mischief, only a world-class coating system could match its status. Yachtsmiths, the Gold Coast-based superyacht finishing company, selected Awlgrip® HDT and Awlcraft® 3000 to achieve the gold standard in superyacht coatings for superior gloss, durability, and long-term protection. Spanning almost nine months of meticulous work, the result…

Crew Pacific’s Joy Weston and world-renowned Super Yacht chef Lisa Mead have collaborated this year to deliver two much-needed Super Yacht training courses: 7-Day Super Yacht Cheffing Introductory Course – A hands-on introduction to the world of Super Yacht cuisine, designed for aspiring yacht chefs looking to build strong foundational skills and gain industry insight.…

In the lead up to Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show 2025, Yachtsmen International is delighted to announce the successful sale of the 33-metre Custom Line motor yacht BERENIM, previously known as PINNACLE.  A fast-paced, off-market deal, with James Humphreys of Yachtsmen International representing the buyer, and Onur Erardag of Nautique Yachting representing the seller.  Delivered…

A foundation exhibitor since the inaugural Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show in 1989, the Leigh-Smith family is acknowledged among Australia’s pioneers in boat sales and marina development. The Leigh-Smith family has sold boats for 60 years. Led by patriarch the late Reg Leigh-Smith, they developed and built Runaway Bay Marina, which opened in 1979. In…

Adelaide, South Australia — April 23, 2025 — HyDrive Engineering, a prominent Australian manufacturer renowned for its high-quality hydraulic and power marine steering systems, was delighted to welcome Her Excellency the Honourable Frances Adamson AC, the Governor of South Australia, along with her husband Mr Rod Bunten for an official visit. This visit is part…

From farming paddocks to revolutionising marine refit and repair in Australia. Gold Coast City Marina & Shipyard (GCCM) – the iconic shipyard that redefined Australia’s marine industry by boldly transforming Gold Coast farming paddocks into an internationally renowned ‘one-stop shop’ for vessel refit and repair has notched up 25 years. Since opening in 2000 as…

Making waves in the commercial marine sector, The Whiskey Project Group (TWPG) – an emerging global leader in the marine manufacturing industry – has unveiled VYCOR, a new line of high-performance commercial watercraft, alongside a refreshe