Check out KAIROS by Oceanco & Pininfarina
KAIROS is the result of a first-time collaboration between Pininfarina, Oceanco and Lateral Naval Architects. Check out the full video right here.
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Beneteau Gran Turismo 41 & 45 Walkthrough
In this walkthrough, learn about the Gran Turismo 41 and 45 and the difference between the two models and what sets them apart from everyone else. Check out the video right here.
Alia Yachts delivers a beautifully sculpted workhorse with PHI Phantom
Hot off the presses are the first official photographs showing the stunning new 36m chase boat PHI Phantom from Alia Yachts in her element at last. Charl van Rooy (RedCharlie Media) has captured the pared back muscular looks of the…
All new Beneteau Swift Trawler 48 set to hit Australia
The new Swift Trawler 48 advances the spirit of the practical seaworthy passage maker by BENETEAU. The Andreani design focuses on practical easy living and circulation that builds on the wealth of Beneteau Trawler DNA and customer feedback. The Swift…
National honours for Riviera at prestigious Australian Export Awards
Australia’s luxury motor yacht builder Riviera has been recognised as one of the country’s premier manufacturers after being named winner of the Manufacturing and Advanced Materials Award in the prestigious annual Australian Export and Investment Awards for 2021. The award…
Maritimo Racing XCAT departs Australia for UAE for 2022 UIM XCAT World Championship
This article was originally posted on our sister site powerboat.com.au Australia’s Maritimo Racing, the current UIM XCAT Powerboat World Champions have shipped their boat and equipment to the UAE in readiness for Round 1 of the 2022 UIM XCAT World…
Oceanco look towards the International Superyacht Summit 2021
The third edition of The International Superyacht Summit will take place on 8 & 9 December onboard Queen Elizabeth 2, one of Dubai’s most iconic floating hotels. The Summit previously focused on the development of the United Arab Emirates as…
Garmin GPSMAP 79 Series Marine Handhelds
Cast off confidently with the GPSMAP® 79s and GPSMAP 79sc marine GPS handhelds. These rugged, floating handhelds feature options for worldwide basemap or built-in coastal charts, support for multiple satellite constellations, and sunlight-readable, high-resolution color displays that are fogproof and…
Boats
Riva Yachts make first ever sale to New Zealand
Ferretti Group is excited to announce the handover of a Ribelle 66 to its lucky owner in New Zealand last week. The sale, which was facilitated by Ray White Marine, the Group’s exclusive distributor to Australia and New Zealand, marks…
New Sanlorenzo SX76 available to charter in the Ionian Sea
The Ionian Islands are one of the most sought-after destinations in the Mediterranean for luxury yacht charters. Colorful towns, private beaches, and emerald waters are an inviting paradise for guests. Not to mention, the food, wine, history, and architecture in…
Sunseeker Predator 65 Design Deep Dive
With Sunseeker’s Predator range continuing to grow in popularity in Australia and beyond, I recently had the opportunity for a virtual walkthrough of the highly anticipated Predator 65 model with Technical Sales Director, Ross Donohoe. The Predator 65 is truly…
Ray White Marine confirms $50million superyacht sale to Australian owner
Ray White Marine is proud to announce the largest new order sale in Australian waters this year with a $50M contract on the 2022 San Lorenzo SL44 Alloy tri-deck superyacht. Brock Rodwell, Sales Director of Ray White Marine, completed the…
The SILENT 60 unfolds her wings
Several years after presenting the first and only ocean-going production yachts in the world that are fully sustainable and powered by solar energy, Silent-Yachts now is the first boat builder to date to design and build boats for the use…
Riviera 645 SUV shines at Americas Premiere
The magnificent new Riviera 645 SUV is heading for boating adventures in every corner of the US following her Americas premiere at Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show by Australia’s world-class luxury motor yacht builder. Six new owners are now looking…
Van der Valk shipyard unveil interiors onboard Lady Lene Explorer Yacht
After it gracefully stepped into the water for the first time just a month ago, flaunting its wave-piercing bow, round shapes, and giant windows 34m explorer yacht Lady Lene now lets us take a peek at its tasteful interior design. This luxurious…
Princess Yachts to launch new luxury vessels at Boot Düsseldorf
Luxury boat maker Princess Yachts will give two vessels their global debut when Germany’s money-spinning Düsseldorf boat show returns following a Covid hiatus. The Plymouth-based manufacturer will launch the Princess X80 and the all-new V50 at Boot Düsseldorf. It will…
Boating Life
Electric and Hybrid Marine Expo Virtual “Live” opens next week
Electric & Hybrid Marine Expo USA & Canada Virtual ‘Live’, a free-to-attend, online conference that takes place December 7-9, 2021, will provide a much-needed platform for US shipowners, shipyards, operators, fleet managers, naval architects and port authorities to engage with…
The silent future of tourism: Volvo Penta to power Hurtigruten Svalbard’s new hybrid vessel
Volvo Penta announces an advanced, hybrid solution for Hurtigruten Svalbard’s new sightseeing vessel, which will begin a pilot test in Svalbard in May 2022. The near-silent vessel has the potential to transform the sustainable tourism industry, allowing guests to experience…
Fairline makes new leadership appointments
Fairline Yachts announced the appointment of Paul Grys as its chief executive officer, and the return of Derek Carter as chairman. “The pandemic has led to a surge in demand in the luxury yacht market and Fairline is in a…
2022 Whitsundays visitors guide inspires travellers to holiday in the Heart of the Great Barrier Reef
As interstate borders begin to open, Tourism Whitsundays is excited to launch the 2022 Whitsundays Visitor Guide that will inspire travellers to holiday in the Heart of the Great Barrier Reef and explore the diverse region. The Whitsundays Visitor Guide…
Australia’s largest superyacht berth set to launch
Australia’s largest superyacht berth is set to launch in the coming days. The construction of a 160m superyacht berth at Southport Yacht Club represents a milestone development for Australian marine infrastructure, as the country prepares to welcome some of the…
Is the future of boating electric?
This piece was originally posted on our sister site powerboat.com.au. We are currently in an interesting transitional period for the world of electric and hybrid yachting and power boating. Several breakout brands have experienced major success in this expanding electric…
Grant Hooper appointed new CEO of Zeelander Yachts
Grant Hooper has been appointed CEO of Zeelander. Hooper has spent 18 years with UK-based Princess Yachts, rising to the position of Purchasing Director and member of the Board of Directors before joining Fairline Yachts, another British brand, as Commercial &…
Great Barrier Reef bursts with new life as billions of coral babies are born
Last night, in an explosion of colour and a show-stopping sign of life, billions of coral babies were born on the Great Barrier Reef off the coast of Cairns, marking another milestone in the ongoing story of life on the…
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Red Original Cooler Backpack is the perfect companion for a day on the water
As boating and watersports become ever more popular, so does the desire for being able to keep your stuff safe and dry. Most importantly of all, that includes lunch! With this in mind, Red Original (part of Red Paddle Co)…
Volvo Penta Marine President presents a panel at METSTRADE 2021
Johan Inden, President of the Volvo Penta Marine Business, recently participated in a panel at METSTRADE 2021 on ‘The Internet of Things Onboard’. Here he shares reflections from this discussion and beyond, looking ahead to expectations on the future boating…
Servo Yachts develop technology to end seasickness
An American company plans to commercialise an electric suspension technology designed to provide seasickness relief for passengers. California-based Servo Yachts said the new marine stabilisation design being tested on Martini 7.0, a 165-foot catamaran yacht, will relieve the effects of seasickness for roughly…
MLI Ultra 1250 battery wins 2021 DAME Design Award
Mastervolt has been awarded a 2021 DAME Design Award in the Machinery, Propulsion, Mechanical and Electrical Systems and Fittings category for its MLI Ultra 1250 battery. The announcement was made during the first day of the METSTRADE show in Amsterdam….
Garmin Surround View Camera System wins 2021 DAME Design Award
Garmin, the world’s largest and most innovative marine electronics manufacturer, today announced that its Surround View Camera System, the marine industry’s first intelligent camera system to offer a live 360-degree birds-eye view of a vessel, was selected as a category winner in…
Lyman-Morse shipyard partner with Navier to build the foiling boats of the future
Just as electric vehicles are having a moment, so are eco-friendly, electric boats. Specifically, an all-electric, hydrofoil, performance craft outfitted with a highly advanced autopilot. Navier is a Silicon Valley startup that’s building technology to increase the efficiency of small…
Invictus Yachts ready for world debut of GT320S at Boot 2022
The Invictus Yacht fleet continues to grow as the shipyard is ready to present the brand new GT320S as a World debut at the next Boot in Düsseldorf (22-30 January 2022). The new GT320S is the fourth outboard model (after…
Volvo Penta is taking a digital only approach to METSTRADE 2021
Volvo Penta is shifting to a digital-only approach at METSTRADE 2021, which is taking place in Amsterdam and online from November 16th – 18th. METSTRADE is the largest B2B marine leisure trade show worldwide, which all stakeholders across the industry…
Videos
Check out Sanlorenzo SX76 M/Y Nirvana
Rediscover your relationship with the sea and a new concept of liveability on board. NIRVANA combines the unbeatable style of a Sanlorenzo yacht with the unique features of the ground-breaking SX series: a huge beach club, unparalleled volume, efficient and…
Discover the Heart of the Whitsundays
As interstate borders begin to open, Tourism Whitsundays is excited to launch the 2022 Whitsundays Visitor Guide that will inspire travellers to holiday in the Heart of the Great Barrier Reef and explore the diverse region. Check out the video…
Check out this simulation of Southport Yacht Club’s mega yacht berth
Southport Yacht Club is expanding it’s capabilities with the development of an all new mega yacht berth on the Gold Coast. Check out the simulation right here, and for the full article click here.
Check out the update live from the METSTRADE floor
An update from director Niels Klarenbeek! Live from the show floor of METSTRADE 2021 at RAI Amsterdam as they prepared for the show last week. Check it out right here.
Check out Boating Rendezvous Sydney 2021
With in person events now beginning to return, Boating Rendezvous Sydney 2021 is the first of many events for powerboat enthusiasts this summer. Check out the video right here and for the full article, click here.
An artificial reef is being installed on Sydney Harbour
An artificial reef the size of a semi-trailer is being installed on Sydney Harbour with the aim to boost biodiversity and create a recreational fishing spot. Check out the interesting report right here.
#MinuteofSand is back with their Olympic Yacht Show round up
Sand People Communication are back in Lavrio, Greece, to present you the second episode of their special edition in their #MinuteOfSand series dedicated to the Olympic Yacht Show 2021. Check it out right here.
Check out a preview for the highly anticipated Navier 27
Navier is a Silicon Valley startup that’s introducing the boat of the future — a 27-foot all-electric, hydrofoil, performance vessel. Checkout the video right here, and for the full article click here.
