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Haines and Whittley share top industry award By AAP MediaNet, , 8:57 AM Sat 5 Jul 2008 GMT
Two of Victoria’s most respected and successful boat manufacturers shared the prestigious Marine Manufacturer of the Year award at the 2008 Victorian Marine Industry Awards. Haines Hunter and Whittley Marine Group shared the Boating Industry Association (BIA) of Victoria’s top award. ... [more]

Changing of the guard at SCIBS By Bob Wonders, Gold Coast , 11:21 PM Thu 3 Jul 2008 GMT
Barry Jenkins, Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show's 'face' for 20-years to step aside. His immediate plans centre on what he has termed an 'Ambassadorial role' for the boat show, for as he puts it, one does not promote such an event as the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show by sitting in an office. ... [more]

Abu Dhabi sails onto international scene By www.thesuperyachtcup.com, 6:25 AM Thu 3 Jul 2008 GMT
Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority (ADTA), the apex body which manages the tourism business of Abu Dhabi, the largest of the seven emirates forming the United Arab Emirates, has partnered Informa Yacht Group (IYG), the global yachting events business, in a move designed to promote the destination’s expansive leisure maritime prowess. ... [more]

Fuel prices bite Volunteer Coast Guard By Jeni Bone, 3:30 AM Thu 3 Jul 2008 GMT
In what would be the ideal cause-related marketing alignment, the Volunteer Coast Guard is seeking a major sponsor to relieve some of the pressure of footing a fuel bill that runs into the hundreds of thousands per year. ... [more]

One ‘out of the box’ from Quicksilver Boats. By Bob Wonders, Gold Coast , 2:27 AM Thu 3 Jul 2008 GMT
Built to carry up to four people, the 350 Amanzi boasts a centre console, forward steering and a superb console with speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge and voltage meter built in. ... [more]

The Kiwis are coming By Jeni Bone, 3:17 AM Wed 2 Jul 2008 GMT
A Kiwi invasion is imminent, according to a population expert who says a New Zealand election later this year, coupled with benefits and tax breaks to lure skilled labour our way, will trigger a migration explosion. ... [more]

Marine Marketing – needs to be online By TetraMedia, , 1:36 AM Wed 2 Jul 2008 GMT
Online marketing is now an essential part of marine advertising. The heaviest Internet adult users are now the 18-35 and 50-65 age groups – two very important age groups. Now the online marine audience is much larger than traditional print media and it's much cheaper to reach audiences online. The Marine industry around the world is finding more and more consumers have done their on-line hom ... [more]

Victorian boat sales ticking along By Jeni Bone, 1:23 AM Wed 2 Jul 2008 GMT
Times may be tough in NSW and Qld markets, but business is strong in many segments in Victoria, thanks to constant marketing, a rise in real estate prices and great weather! ... [more]

Cohen casts off By Jeni Bone, 11:46 PM Tue 1 Jul 2008 GMT
Superyacht designer, Bernie Cohen is adding refits to his repertoire, looking abroad for all opportunities to overhaul ageing superyachts, convert ex-military and other vessels and contemporize outdated designs. ... [more]

Torqeedo's the green star of TV show By Martin Flory Group, 11:37 PM Tue 1 Jul 2008 GMT
Torqeedo has been recognized by world-renowned National Geographic, in an episode of its TV series 'Planet Mechanics'. ... [more]

Korean contingent on the Gold Coast By Jeni Bone, 11:00 PM Tue 1 Jul 2008 GMT
A visit to the Gold Coast this week from Gyeongnam Province Governor Tae Ho Kim is expected to increase opportunities for Queensland's marine businesses. ... [more]

Southern Spars invests in South Africa By Southern Spars Media, 11:14 AM Tue 1 Jul 2008 GMT
Southern Spars is pleased to announce the acquisition of Southern Spars Cape Town and Sparcraft Cape Town, manufacturers of carbon fibre and aluminium masts in South Africa. Southern Spars has a close association with the South African spar operation, and four years ago formed a separate entity 'Southern Spars Cape Town' to manufacture carbon fibre masts ... [more]

Pasha Bulker recovery costs settled By NSW Goverment Media, 6:49 AM Tue 1 Jul 2008 GMT
The NSW Government has secured $1.8 million in reimbursement for responding to the grounded Pasha Bulker. Ports and Waterways Minister Joe Tripodi said the amount was negotiated by Newcastle Port Corporation after a claim was lodged with Britannia Steam Ship Insurance Association in October last year. ... [more]

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