Superyacht Australia has over the past two years developed a strong relationship with Tourism Australia and is excited by the new Tourism Australia campaign targeted at high net worth tourists. Craig Davidson, General Manager Destination Development for Tourism Australia will be speaking at ASMEX, the Australian Superyacht and Marine Export Conference, about the importance and significance of the Superyacht Sector to Tourism Australia. Read More
Boat builder, vessels operations manager and a legendary superyacht guide in Indonesia for the past 18 years, Captain Jimmy Blee will share the "Ying and the Yang" of cruising Indonesia waters at the upcoming Asia Pacific Superyacht Conference to be held April 26-18, 2012. On the second day of the conference Jimmy Blee will take to the podium. Read More
The Association of Yacht Support Services (AYSS) has announced the acceptance of Kaleva Yachting Services Ltd, Vanuatu as a Full Member. Kaleva Yachting Services Ltd in Vanuatu act as agents to superyachts and cruising yachts alike, bridging visitors by boat to the friendly, rich islands of Vanuatu. Read More
Organisers of the Singapore Yacht Show expect Asia Pacific to become a luxury yachting hot spot, as global charterers shift their focus from traditional cruising grounds in search of more exotic cruising destinations. Private charters are becoming more popular in this region, according to the Singapore Yacht Show. Read More
See how this Feadship superyacht takes only 2 minutes to cover the 14 miles distance between the capital of Tahiti, Papeete and the nearby island of Moorea. Read More
History was made in Sabah, Borneo during a superyacht’s trip to the protected island of Sipadan. The historic visit was announced by the general manager of Asia Pacific Superyachts Borneo, Alvin Teh, who organised the trip after gaining permission for superyacht Double Haven’s custom build CAT tender to go into Sipadan Island. Read More
New infrastructure will boost the popularity of Cairns as the premium super yacht destination and gateway to the Great Barrier Reef. A state-of-the-art marine training college and new retail facilities at the Cairns Marlin Marina have opened this year, while the construction of two new super yacht berths is underway to cater for growing demands from visiting vessels. Read More
Due to the high level of enquiry and demand for greater access to information about the Australian Superyacht industry and cruising in Australian waters the peak national body Superyacht Australia has launched a new web portal www.superyacht-australia.com. Read More
Following on from the issues raised at the recent Superyacht and Marine Export Conference Superyacht Australia met in Canberra with the deputy CEO of Australian Marine Safety Authority, Mick Kinley. Read More
Auckland, the ‘City of Sails’ holds the inaugural Superyacht Captains Forum, on 15 – 16 September 2011. Delivered by a mix of world-class experts, this event’s programme focuses predominantly on two areas - navigating your superyacht to and cruising in the South Pacific. Read More
Superyacht Australia Chairman Barry Jenkins announced today the appointment of Jim Livermore as a Director of SYBA replacing Dominic White who resigned recently from the Board. Jenkins said “Dominic has done an exceptional job as Secretary of SYBA and has been influential in ensuring the survival of this group. Read More
The New Zealand marine industry is deeply grateful for the generosity, sympathy and support they have received from around the world since the Christchurch earthquake of 22 February 2011.The earthquake was confined to Christchurch and Lyttelton, and many businesses there are already back up and running. Read More
A week on from the floods that decimated parts of Brisbane. “The River City”; and its residents are emerging from the disaster. Though vast parts of the northern and western areas of Brisbane were inundated by flood waters, however the larger vessel and marine infrastructure and businesses situated on the eastern reaches of the river towards Moreton Bay sustained relatively little or no damage. Read More
The most recent update in our series of following the 50.70 metre superyacht Tribu on her journey around the world comes from Australia, as Tribu has arrived in Hobart, Tasmania. "Arriving in Hobart was very exciting and rounding Cape Pillar and Tasman Island is an unforgettable experience", stated Captain Mosca. Read More
On Friday, December 10, 2010, owners, guests and crew of M/Y Slojo embarked upon the ultimate YAG Challenge—pushing the limits to see how much money they can raise to benefit YachtAid Global (YAG), a charitable organization that orchestrates superyacht deliveries of humanitarian and developmental aid to children. Read More
Superyacht Sydney - the NSW Superyacht Industry Association has launched its new 2011 edition website and new Directory of Services. The NSW Superyacht Industry Association has attracted over 300 superyachts to visit New South Wales, Australia and continues to be the leader in destination marketing in the region. Read More
We have been regularly following the 50.70 metre superyacht Tribu on her tour around the world and news has come in from Captain Mosca and his crew, having just crossed the Pacific. Leaving the Republic of Palau, Tribu cruised 5000 nautical miles in 20 days and arrived in Marina Taina, located five miles west of Papeete harbor, on 7th March. Read More
Superyacht Group – Great Barrier Reef’s (SYGGBR) recent visit to the annual Monaco Yacht Show has confirmed Cairns is developing a reputation throughout the world as a world-class superyacht destination with a world-class Marina and a comprehensive range of refit and repair facilities and services. Read More
After a fascinating 22 days Pacific crossing, starting from San Diego at the end of September, Captain Luca Mosca and his Crew finally arrived with Tribu in Koror, Republic of Palau. Captain Antonio Gerini has once again joined the yacht, and will take Trubi on a cruise throughout Micronesia and Melanesia. Read More
International superyachts can now charter in Australian waters thanks to the introduction of a new visa for foreign crew. The Minister for Immigration and Citizenship, the Hon. Senator Christopher Evans will announce the new visa regime, which was an election commitment, in Cairns on 30 April 2008. Read More
At the Monaco Yacht Show the SYT team had the pleasure of speaking to Michael Barnett of the Cairns Port Authority. Besides being the Manager Operations of the Cairns Port Authority, Michael also represents the Superyacht Group, Great Barrier Reef. The Cairns Marlin Marina is situated on the edge of the Great Barrier Reef. Read More
The Maverick (ex Alexa S), one of Vripack’s famous Doggersbank Offshore designs, has recently completed an extraordinary voyage from Florida to Australia while towing their sport fishing vessel all the way. Read More
The Great Southern Route to be launched in September 2007 at the Monaco Yacht Show
The Research Vessel (RV) Pegaso just made her debut in Monaco and gave the world a glimpse into her Global Mission for Marine Conservation. Her oceanographic capabilities are impressive: 5-person Diver Lockout submarine, Ice Class notation, 10,000 nautical miles at 12 knots, wet/dry laboratory, and separate scientist quarters. Read More
