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  • Australia Is The Next Big Thing In Superyachting

    Australia Is The Next Big Thing In Superyachting

    SYA

    Superyachts typically split their time between the Caribbean and the Mediterranean. But as the industry grows, Australia is pushing hard to become “that third spot,” says Greg Newby, director of Superyacht Crew Academy. There have been seismic shifts in the superyacht industry over the last 20 years. The “wild west” days are winding down, the demographic is…

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  • Game Tower Game-Changer

    Game Tower Game-Changer

    AIMEX

    A revolution in boat-building spawned by Australian ingenuity has burst onto the scene, unveiled to the strains of AC/DC’s “ Back in Black ” at decibels loud enough to attract global interest. The perennial quest of building game boats to b

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  • Austal Australia to undertake patrol boat autonomy trial for Royal Australian Navy

    Austal Australia to undertake patrol boat autonomy trial for Royal Australian Navy

    ACMG

    Austal Australia has taken possession of a de-commissioned Armidale -class Patrol Boat (ACPB), the former HMAS Maitland , from the Commonwealth of Australia, to commence planning, modification, and test and evaluation of autonomous and remo

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  • 85.3M Project Globalfast

    85.3M Project Globalfast

    SYA

    Silver Yacht is delighted to announce that the 85.3-metre project Globalfast has been successfully launched.  Project Globalfast was launched on the 3rd of September 2022, she is the second yacht from the all-aluminium Silver World Explorer series. Following the famous M.Y BOLD, she also features Espen Oino’s eye-catching exterior design in a contrasting monochromatic finish. …

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  • Aussie Refit Acceleration

    Aussie Refit Acceleration

    SYA

    Boat arrivals and vessel refits at The Boat Works are rapidly accelerating ahead of high season with an influx of privately-owned and commercial boats choosing the yard for maintenance and refit works. The Boat Works’ award-winning facilities, comprising of the South Boatyard & North Superyacht facility accommodate over 500 boats out of water with the…

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  • GCCM is voted best international superyacht refit at the ACrew Awards

    GCCM is voted best international superyacht refit at the ACrew Awards

    SYA

    After an exhaustive search for the world’s leading superyacht businesses, a 15,000 strong network of crew and captains have voted Gold Coast City Marina & Shipyard (GCCM) as global leading Superyacht Refit Yard in ACrew’s Superyacht Business Awards. This Award recognises and respects the specialised efforts in shore-support to ensure the best refit for yachts.…

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  • 2022 Australia Fiji Rendezvous back at Port Denarau Marina

    2022 Australia Fiji Rendezvous back at Port Denarau Marina

    SYA

    The second annual Australia Fiji Rendezvous sponsored by Benetti Yachts was held on August 12, 2022 at Port Denarau Marina, Fiji.  Fourteen superyachts were in attendance, with all enjoying a busy season in Fiji and eager to receive updates on the Australian superyacht industry. Superyacht Australia members Rivergate Marina & Shipyard, Super Yacht Group Great…

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  • Superyacht Australia farewells founding chairperson and welcomes new chair and committee

    Superyacht Australia farewells founding chairperson and welcomes new chair and committee

    SYA

    Long-standing chairperson of Superyacht Australia, Barry Jenkins has retired after 15 dedicated years in the role. Jenkins has been involved in the marine industry for many years. His vast experience has seen him as General Manager of the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, Director of the Australian International Marine Export Group (AIMEX), Vice President and…

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  • Austal Australia has delivered the second of eight Evolved Cape-class Patrol Boats to the Royal Australian Navy

    Austal Australia has delivered the second of eight Evolved Cape-class Patrol Boats to the Royal Australian Navy

    AIMEX

    Austal Limited (Austal) (ASX: ASB) is pleased to announce Austal Australia has delivered the second of eight Evolved Cape-class Patrol Boats (ECCPB’s) to the Royal Australian Navy. The vessel, ADV Cape Peron, was officially accepted by the

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  • Austal Cairns lifts M/Y Australia to new heights

    Austal Cairns lifts M/Y Australia to new heights

    ACMG

    Austal Cairns and the Superyacht Group Great Barrier Reef welcome superyacht M/Y Australia, built in 2012 by bespoke yacht designer Benetti in Italy. Having recently undergone a major refit and due for her 10-year Lloyd’s survey docking, wi

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  • Coral Sea Marina Resort wins prestigious Superyacht Business Award

    Coral Sea Marina Resort wins prestigious Superyacht Business Award

    SYA

    Coral Sea Marina Resort, the Great Barrier Reef’s most popular and awarded destination marina, has won ‘World’s Best Superyacht Marina’ 2022 in the prestigious ACREW Superyacht Business Awards this week. The ACREW Superyacht Business Awards are considered globally to be the most recognised award program in the Superyacht industry.  The selected finalists are voted on…

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  • Rivergate, the refit specialists

    Rivergate, the refit specialists

    SYA

    From superyachts to tenders, Rivergate has the expertise to assist with refits of any size and scope. The curiously named 42-foot Catana catamaran, “Hwylio” [pronounced “hoylio”], a former charter yacht, has just departed Rivergate Marina & Shipyard after a 12-week refit stint, and is now cruising Sydney Harbour as a privately-owned vessel. From Tahiti charter…

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