Sydney International Boat Show tickets on sale now - MarineBusinessWorld Oceania newsletter
by Peter Rendle 26 Sep 23:00 NZST
Sydney International on-Water Boat Show © Sydney Boat Show
Tickets for the Sydney International On-Water Boat Show, held 13-16 November at Sydney's Darling Harbour, will be released this week.
A special 48-hour pre-sale opens on 26 September, with tickets priced at just $24 (plus booking fee) - a saving of 30 percent. Children under 16 receive free entry when accompanied by a paying adult. From 29 September early-bird tickets will be available to the general public. All tickets purchased before 22 October will go into the draw to win a two-night stay at the five-star InterContinental Sydney, including a dining package, valued at $2,500.
Fleet monitoring and tracking are essential for efficiency, safety, and compliance with real-time visibility into fleet movements critical. However, traditional tracking methods face significant challenges, including limited connectivity, reliance on costly networks, and vulnerability to harsh environmental conditions. On 22 October there is an in-depth exploration of the latest in tracking technology for fleet race tracking, commercial vessel monitoring, charter boat management or yacht insurance.
This will feature Globalstar GM for EMEA/APAC, Mark O'Connell; Advanced Tracking CEO Christophe Allen and World Marine Media MD, Mark Jardine in a webinar "Optimizing Fleet Monitoring and Tracking with Satellite Connectivity" as we discuss: Why cost, coverage, maintenance, and durability are key factors that drive the decision-making process in choosing tracking solutions.
Cure Marine has always been synonymous with high-quality, high-performance cruising catamarans, and they have formed a strategic joint venture with McConaghy Yachts, an undisputed leader in the world of high-performance sailing vessels. This is the company that built the America's Cup AC40s and championship racers like Wild Oats XI and Alfa Romeo. By combining strengths, they will leverage McConaghy's world-class manufacturing and advanced composite technology to redefine the performance multihull market.
Northern Gold Coast's marine landscape has officially welcomed a new chapter, with the rebranding of Horizon Shores Marina to Pacific Point Marina & Boatyard, following a significant investment and revitalisation led by d'Albora, Australia's largest premium marina and hospitality network. The new name was unveiled at an official launch event on 28 August, attended by tenants, d'Albora members, industry partners, and the local boating community.
Boating enthusiasts in Western Australia will have a unique opportunity to explore premium yachts, including the new Dufour 41, when The Yacht Sales Co. hosts a special WA Open Yacht Event on 5 October. The event will be held at the Mandurah Offshore Fishing and Sailing Club from 10am to 3pm, offering visitors the opportunity to explore a range of new and quality pre-owned sailing yachts and catamarans for sale.
Delegates at Marinas26 will enjoy a fresh addition to the conference next year, with Marina Industries Association's (MIA) clothing partner, Shoreside Clothing, opening a dedicated "Shoreside Shop". Founded by Samantha Miles and Natalie Sampson, Shoreside Clothing has been supplying merchandise and team uniforms to marine, corporate, and equestrian industries throughout Australia and New Zealand.
In an historic milestone in the development of Indonesia's first international full-service marina, the official name is unveiled as Bali Gapura Marina by PT Marina Development Indonesia and PT Pelabuhan Indonesia (Pelindo). The new marina in Bali, which will offer 180 berths including superyacht capacity by Q3 2026, is currently under construction, following its ground breaking on 22 May.
The New Zealand Marina Operators Association (NZMOA) has welcomed two more marinas into the Clean Marina program as fully certified Level 3 Clean Marinas at the New Zealand Marina and Boatyard Conference in Queenstown this month. They are Waiheke Marina and Orakei Marina, who join eight other New Zealand operations at the top level of the program. This top-tier accreditation, recognises marinas for exceptional commitment to environmental best practices and sustainable operations.
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Peter Rendle - peter.rendle@worldmarine.media