Boating News Online

24 January 2025: Boating industry stalwart Andrew Fielding today became CEO of the Boating Industry Association Ltd (BIA) in a long-planned restructure of the peak marine industry body in Australia. BIA President Adam Smith announced the appointment which will see Andrew Scott move seamlessly to Chief Financial Officer to create a powerful Executive leadership team […]

SYDNEY: 15 January 2025: Cruising is one of the most convenient and captivating ways to explore MORE of Europe, and with 2025’s hottest travel trends, including season swapping, solo travel, the Roman Empire, coolcations and wellness, there’s never been a better time to plan to see MORE of Europe by sea. With a choice of […]

At Volvo Penta, we are dedicated to delivering reliable, high-quality solutions for commercial marine operators and recreational boaters alike. Our new, expanded 3-year global warranty ensures peace of mind, with terms for commercial marine operators measured by years or total operational hours, whichever comes first. This new comprehensive marine warranty applies to products delivered from […]

5 December 2024: Boating is an activity that transcends age, gender and cultural background, offering something for everyone. From enhancing mental and physical health to fostering meaningful connections with family and friends, boating is a universally accessible way to enjoy the outdoors and create lasting memories.   This summer the Boating Industry Association Ltd (BIA) is championing […]

Australia’s premium luxury motor yacht builder, Riviera, has won a prestigious international award for its innovative Academy of Excellence apprentice training program. Riviera was honoured to be presented with the “People and Skills Development” Award announced at the International Boat Builder Awards for Business Achievement during a spectacular ceremony in Amsterdam. Announcing the award, the […]

The Boating Industry Association (BIA) today announced the rollout of a survey designed to improve understanding of the social and economic benefits of recreational boating across Australia.    BIA CEO Andrew Scott said the survey was part of a wider project to develop a more complete picture of the impact and value of boating.   “The BIA […]

DEPARTING SEATTLE 2026 Sydney, Australia – October 29, 2024 – MSC Cruises announced today that it will offer sailings to Alaska for the very first time, with the new itineraries now open for booking. MSC Poesia will homeport in Seattle, U.S., for the season and depart weekly on seven-night sailings to Alaska and Canada starting […]

Volvo Penta is committed to making boating as easy and accessible as possible, ensuring the ultimate experience and enabling adventures out on the water. Since its launch for the Inboard Performance System (IPS) in 2021, the Volvo Penta Assisted Docking system has been highly regarded for simplifying docking an inboard boat and making it semi-automated. […]

Sydney, 18 October 2024 – Today, British luxury cruise line Cunard has officially opened the Australian 2024/25 cruise season with the arrival of the majestic Queen Elizabeth into Sydney Harbour, carrying just over 2,000 guests and 900 crew members. Queen Elizabeth’s arrival is the beginning of her record 125-day homeport season and marks one hundred years of […]