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The Sydney Boat Show 2024 celebrates its 55th Year
In 2024, the Sydney Boat Show will celebrate its 55th year, returning to the International Convention Centre (ICC) and Cockle Bay in Darling Harbour from August 1 to 4. This four-day event is a cornerstone of Australia’s boating calendar, showcasing a wide array of marine vessels, products, and activities aimed at both boating enthusiasts and families. Key highlights for the 2024 Sydney Boat Show include: Venue and Exhibits The event will feature a diverse lineup of over 200 boats on display in the purpose-built marina at Cockle Bay, along with 19,000sqm of indoor exhibition space. Exhibitors will showcase everything from powerboats and sailboats to trailer boats, personal watercraft, and cutting-edge marine technology. Activities and Entertainment Attendees can enjoy popular attractions such as fishing masterclasses, watersports demonstrations, and educational sessions covering various aspects of boating and marine life. These activities cater to all skill levels, from beginners to seasoned boaters. Enhancements…
Rivieras Festival of Boating gets ready for a Cirquetacular four day event
The 3rd annual Riviera Festival of Boating will present a cirquetacular line up of social events held over four days from May 22 to 25
12 Days of Christmas Summer Essentials from Riviera’s R Style
Riviera’s R Style has put together a list of 12 summer essentials to ensure your boating needs are covered with beach towels and cooler bags for a picnic on the beach, unbreakable martini glasses for cocktails in the Flybridge,
Allison Vulcan 189 Boat Review
Allison's Vulcan 189 is a successful hybrid between a cuddy cab and a runabout. Whether it's a low profile cuddy or a big runabout with bunks under the foredeck is immaterial, it works!
World first hydrogen IMOCA yacht construction
Phil Sharp, one of Britain’s most competitive and successful ocean racers, has today announced the build of a new zero emission IMOCA ahead of the 2024 Vendee Globe.This new monohull designed by Manuard is currently under construction at Black Pepper Yatchs, a specialist in the construction of high-performance boats. The build is using existing moulds that have been recycled and reworked. Due to be launched in the summer, the yacht will compete in the IMOCA Globe Series starting with the Transat Jacques Vabre in autumn, followed by a return qualifying race for Vendee Glove 2024. Managed by OceansLab, a sustainable sports management company, this new IMOCA will see a unique and innovative ocean racing campaign with the clear aim of demonstrating scalable clean technologies within the maritime sector. Pioneering zero emissions energy system featuring hydrogen fuel cell technology 60-foot foiling IMOCA, a third evolution Manuard design, in construction with Black…
Yacht Share Mariner Media Release 15 November
Your own boat, in your own time at your own pace The syndicated ownership and management of private yachts for pleasure.Following our recent webinar on this increasingly popular ownership option you may be interested in following the link to your own private showing! We’ve had a great response and I’m confident our new Bali 4.4 will have her eight owners before she arrives in Australia next July. She’ll be exhibited at the Sydney International Boat Show and then make her way up to Airlie Beach where she will operate from the Dream Yacht Charter base at the Coral Sea Marina. Details of our share offer are: A 1/8th share in the Bali 4.4, you will have 42 days access each year. Shareholders will enjoy the three-cabin owner configuration on a brand new yacht, the luxury of full air-conditioning and private ensuite facilities. Service is walk-on walk-off, so there’s no work…