Member’s Updates

Australian ocean data company Tidetech has won the Small Business award at the 2026 Tasmanian Export Awards, presented at a gala dinner in Launceston on Friday. Now in its 32nd year, the awards recognise Tasmanian businesses building sustained success in international markets. Tidetech’s operations manager, Kate Reid, accepted the award on behalf of the company…

Leigh-Smith Yachts is thrilled to announce its major sponsorship of the 60th Anniversary Cairns Black Marlin Tournament 2026. Managing Director Ryan Leigh-Smith will return to the Reef with a crew whose shared passion for Australian game fishing and the marine industry spans generations. For Leigh-Smith Yachts, this milestone tournament is more than just a week…

Australian marine safety specialist introduces a new generation of comfort, performance and practical protection. AUSTRALIA — September 2026 — Australian marine safety specialist SOS Marine, with more than 30 +years of experience in marine safety and rescue equipment, has launched its new Life Jacket 150N (SOS-6415) — a robust and comfortable safety solution designed for…

The launch of the proven antifouling answers strong demand from professionals and boat owners for reliable, long-lasting hull protection suited for the region’s challenging waters  AkzoNobel, one of the global leaders in high-performance yacht coatings, is launching its premium antifouling solution, International® Micron® 350, into the Asia-Pacific market.  Following the product’s success in Europe, the expanded introduction of Micron 350 brings proven antifouling technology from International® to boat owners and professional applicators across Asia-Pacific. The launch is in direct response to significant demand from boat owners and professional applicators for reliable,…

Silver Yachts is delighted to announce the signing of a new customer order for a unique, custom aluminium explorer catamaran, to be built at its Jiangmen shipyard in China. The 26-metre project adds a fully custom fast, long-range explorer to Silver Yachts’ growing portfolio of large catamarans. Designed to sustain fast passage speeds over genuinely…

From the artistry of Oasis 34M M/Y Aitana and the contemporary elegance of Oasis 40M M/Y Lady Sarah to the Voyager ethos of the hybrid-powered B.Yond 37M M/Y Jules, Benetti is presenting three superyachts at Cannes that paint a picture of contemporary luxury through design, customization and innovation. Singapore, August 11, 2026 – Benetti returns…

BMT’s acquisition of One2three Naval Architects strengthens its globally connected ship design offering across ferries, specialist craft and advanced vessel technologies. BMT has acquired Australian naval architecture business One2three Naval Architects, further strengthening its position in independent global commercial and specialist vessel design. The acquisition expands BMT’s ability to support customers delivering complex vessel programs…

Rivergate Marina & Shipyard attended the 2026 Australia Tahiti Rendezvous which achieved new heights this year, in record attendance, number of vessels and positive outcomes. Held 25 & 26 June at Marina Taina, this edition attracted more than 150 representatives from the Australian superyacht industry and crew, as well as local suppliers and agents. The…

Echo Marine Group today celebrated a significant milestone in Western Australia’s transition to sustainable public transport, hosting the official keel laying ceremony for the first vessel in the Public Transport Authority’s fleet of batter

Nautical heritage and contemporary vision come together in the slipway launch of Benetti’s M/Y Lumina, reaffirming Tuscany as the productive and strategic heart of the Azimut|Benetti Group’s superyacht operations. The Azimut|Benetti Group, the global leader in luxury yachting and the world’s foremost builder of superyachts for over a quarter of a century, today celebrates in…

Every winter, hundreds of cruising vessels make their way north, escaping the colder southern climate in search of warmer waters, island adventures and the unparalleled beauty of the Great Barrier Reef. For many, that journey begins at Coral Sea Marina in Airlie Beach – the Whitsundays’ most awarded marina and the gateway to one of…