The Yard Brisbane is building a next-generation Marine Park to elevate Australia’s superyacht service capability, following a defining 2025 of major international superyacht dockings.
2025 was a defining year for The Yard Brisbane. Following landmark superyacht dockings – including 60m Trinity Yachts Iron Blonde, 55m Royal Huisman Kamaxitha, 48m Oceanfast Big Sky, 47m Feadship Explora, and 43m BACA – the shipyard further cemented its position as Australia’s premier refit destination.
With major projects progressing towards completion and a consistent flow of international superyachts selecting Brisbane for significant works, the year demonstrated the strength of The Yard Brisbane’s growing capability. Looking back from 2026, it marked the point at which our expanding on-site trades and maritime specialists, supported by our trusted contractor network, proved their capability at scale.
That momentum is shaping the next chapter for The Yard Brisbane: a next-generation Marine Park designed to elevate Australia’s superyacht service capability, within a waterfront lifestyle precinct developed to a world-class standard.
The Marine Park: a modern shipyard for the superyacht age
The Yard Brisbane Marine Park will build on the site’s proven industrial and commercial marine heritage while introducing a more refined, intelligently planned shipyard experience.
Heavy commercial activity will remain fully supported in dedicated zones, while superyacht facilities will offer a more controlled, dust-managed environment for visiting vessels, crew and guests. Dedicated precincts for superyacht, leisure and public waterfront leisure will be segregated from defence, commercial, and marine construction, allowing each part of the operation to perform at its best.
Built for greater capability
New and upgraded infrastructure will accommodate vessels from approximately 25 to 90 metres and beyond. A next-generation travel lift, upgraded fingers and marina berths, and deep-water capacity will enable the Marine Park to handle significantly higher lifting capacity while meeting the expectations of the global superyacht sector.
Set apart from the heaviest commercial marine activity, the superyacht precinct will provide a destination for extended refit and maintenance stays. Refit works, provisioning, concierge services and crew support will be available within one integrated location.
A better experience on and off the water
A new waterfront yacht club will form the social heart of the Marine Park, with dining, bar and café facilities, crew-focused services, gym and entertainment spaces. Designed for visiting yachts, long-stay crews and yard personnel, it will create a more enjoyable and connected experience throughout a refit period.
Environmental performance will remain central to the development. Major blasting and coatings work will move into purpose-built indoor facilities, supported by improved operational controls and air-quality monitoring. Sealed hardstands, controlled access and clearly defined work zones will support clean, well-managed superyacht and leisure areas.
A new benchmark for the region
The Yard Brisbane Marine Park will bring together commercial strength, defence-grade capability, superyacht infrastructure and a vibrant waterfront environment in one future-focused destination. As superyacht activity across the Asia-Pacific continues to grow, The Yard Brisbane is building a facility that serves every class of vessel, while setting a new standard for Australian superyacht service.
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