Sealegs spreads its wings to Ontario, Canada
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SeaLegs NZ, ,
12:14 AM Fri GMT
Sealegs Corporation has appointed Paul Mitchell Investments as the first Canadian distributor for Sealegs amphibious boats in Ontario
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Online media & advertising: growing exponentially
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Jeni Bone,
4:42 AM Wed GMT
When online media launched in earnest more than a decade ago, it took many cues from traditional media, according to Tessa Wegart, advertising consultant with The ClickZ Network. These days, it's leaping ahead of its hard copy competition and being embraced by young and old.
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SIBS Wash Up So Far
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Jeni Bone,
11:36 PM Tue GMT
The carnival is over and all that remains is to clean up and pull down the displays, and while numbers were certainly down on last year, the BIA NSW is hoping critics and the broader boating community will look beyond attendance figures to the sales and leads generated by SIBS 2008.
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‘Tiger’, a state-of-the-art go anywhere superyacht
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Luxury Yacht Group,
3:43 AM Thu GMT
Luxury Yacht Group (Antibes, France) has confirmed its appointment as the worldwide central agent for the sale of the latest Ken Freivokh- designed 38m Sailing Yacht, ‘Tiger’. Offered for sale at just €4.5m, the state-of-the-art sailing yacht combines top pedigree design and pioneering features for exceptional value – both now and into the future.
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Hov Pod Hover Tender
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Mike Glanville, Southampton ,
7:21 PM Wed GMT
Hov Pods allow access to beach or SuperYacht 24/7 – they traverse above small rocks and submerged coral and other obstacles in their path, and skim over tidal streams, mud, sandbars etc. When the water runs out, just drive up the beach or slipway in style, these craft are true all-terrain vehicles.
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PIMEX acquired by Informa Yacht Group
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Andaman Marine Consultants, Phuket, Thailand ,
7:38 AM Tue GMT
At a press conference held at the Royal Phuket Marina on 5th August, and attended by over 100 Press and VIPs to announce the opening of the new Royal Phuket Marina Exhibition and Conference Centre it was also announced that Informa Yacht Group have acquired The Phuket International Marine Expo (PIMEX).
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Lowrance receives NMMA innovation honours
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Sandman PR, ,
6:20 AM Tue GMT
Lowrance’s groundbreaking Broadband Sounder-1 received top honours at the recent 2008 Marine Aftermarket Accessories Tradeshow (MAATS) convention held in the USA.
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Simrad AI50 unique all-in-one AIS transceiver
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Sandman PR, ,
6:15 AM Tue GMT
The new Simrad AI50 is a unique, groundbreaking safety and navigation system for all recreational boats, both power and sail.
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BRIG captures the market at SIBS
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Jeni Bone,
11:55 PM Mon GMT
According to importer, Neil Webster, SIBS has surpassed his expectations in terms of sales and leads.
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High praise for Sydney show exhibitors
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Bob Wonders, Gold Coast ,
11:11 PM Mon GMT
Displays were judged and honoured by a specially convened panel that closely examined exhibitors for staff and staff presentation, signage, product displayed, innovation, visual appeal, lighting, visitor access and information available.
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Mustang Marine’s innovative ‘teasers’
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Bob Wonders, Gold Coast ,
10:56 PM Mon GMT
The Gold Coast-based manufacturer has introduced a range of value-added products and services for all who purchased a boat at or as a result of the show, including free fuel, free marina berths, free servicing, detailing and insurance.
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Changes at Grow Boating
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Bob Wonders, Gold Coast ,
2:52 PM Mon GMT
Three new directors added to board of Grow Boating to assist with its marketing objectives. Earlier, industry leaders headed by Australian Marine Industries Federation (AMIF) president Barry Jenkins and president of the Boating Industry Association of NSW Doug Olding had expressed dissatisfaction with the progress of Grow Boating
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Boats and fishing join Melbourne Leisurefest
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AAP MediaNet,
3:59 AM Mon GMT
Boats, fishing gear and marine accessories will be included for the first time in this year’s Melbourne Leisurefest, which runs from 2 to 5 October at Sandown Racecourse.
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SIBS attendance down, sales strong
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Jeni Bone,
3:01 AM Mon GMT
BIA NSW has released the attendance figures for the first 4 days of the Sydney International Boat Show, proud that relentless marketing and a positive attitude have attracted nearly 58,000 people.
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Maccas the good oil for fuel
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Jeni Bone, ,
2:03 AM Mon GMT
Police cars in the Philippines will be converted to run on a mixture of diesel and used cooking oil from McDonald's, according to a joint statement from the two bodies
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Riviera tests Solar Challenge boats
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Jeni Bone,
11:03 PM Sun GMT
A boating demonstration in the middle Darling Harbour during the Sydney International Boat Show showed off the capacity and potential of the prototypes of Riviera Solar Boats.
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North Sails brings you North Covers
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Susan Veal, Sydney ,
7:36 PM Sun GMT
Rob is a sail maker by trade and began his apprenticeship with a local sailmaker in the northern beaches of Sydney when he was 16 years old. 35 years later, Rob is still working as a qualified sail maker and craftsman.
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Navico Lures the Crowds
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Jeni Bone,
6:12 AM Sun GMT
Navico added a new dimension to its offering this year, with the double feature attraction of Lance Smith and Scott Amon, avid fishermen and experts in the latest onboard technology for locating fish, conducting mini-seminars for interested boat show visitors.
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Bellingham Celebrates Zero-Carbon-Footprint
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Jeni Bone,
1:38 AM Sun GMT
Catching up on some emails at the Bellingham stand, John Spragg, general manager of Bellingham Marine Australia, says the purpose of the corporate presence at SIBS is 'branding and to support the company's clients around Australia'.
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Rescuers Endorse Amalgamation
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Royal Volunteer Coastal Patrol, ,
12:56 AM Sun GMT
The Royal Volunteer Coastal Patrol applauds today’s release by Minister for Ports and Waterways, the Hon Joe Tripodi, of a report into the establishment of a single Volunteer Marine Rescue Organisation in NSW.
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Boat Ownership: The Varied Ways to get Afloat
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Jeni Bone,
12:39 AM Sun GMT
Putting aside the price of fuel, interest rate rises, mortgage pressure and a CPI that’s creeping ever upwards, owning a boat is a dream for most Australians. Now there are more options than ever before to suit consumers’ budgets, lifestyles, interests and importantly, busy schedules.
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Glorious sunshine - Sydney International Boat Show
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Al Constable,
5:30 AM Sat GMT
Another glorious winter's day in Sydney for Day 3 of the Sydney International Boat Show. Strolling through the sunshine, one can only be impressed by the capacity display of boats and yachts in the Cockle Bay Marina. Crowds are flocking to the marina, which is very busy.
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NSW State to spend $25 million for Better Boating
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NSW Government Media,
6:17 AM Fri GMT
The Iemma Government’s new Better Boating program will rise to $25 million over the next five years, Minister for Ports and Waterways Joe Tripodi announced today.
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Help on the way for Marine Rescue in NSW
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NSW Government Media,
6:10 AM Fri GMT
Minister for Ports and Waterways Joe Tripodi said the Iemma Government is committed to improving the services of the NSW volunteer marine rescue groups. 'Volunteers make a substantial contribution to maritime safety in our State,' Mr Tripodi said 'We want to help these volunteers improve boating safety and their emergency rescue response.'
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Last chance to win Musto Ocean Jacket
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Lorraine Hammacott,
1:57 AM Fri GMT
If you fancy winning yourself a top of the range Musto ocean jacket, then you’d better complete the boating habits survey being run by Mobilarm before it’s too late! Closing date is midnight Tuesday 5 August 2008
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Boating safety - Big news at Boat Show
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Kate Sullivan,
8:11 PM Thu GMT
Minister for Ports and Waterways Joe Tripodi reminds industry that changes to the Marine Safety Act will see new laws come into force on August 1, the official opening of the Sydney International Boat Show.
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Announcing the launch of SuperCrew Recruitment
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Media Services,
7:32 AM Thu GMT
SuperCrew Recruitment launches today coinciding with the commencement of the 2008 Sydney International Boat Show. SuperCrew’s association with The Superyacht Crew Academy, places SuperCrew in the unique position to personally assess each candidate over a full training course.
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Smart boaties choose Mooloolaba’s waterfront haven
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Tracey Johnstone,
6:56 AM Thu GMT
Offering lifestyle choices unequalled in any other part of Queensland, deepwater real estate in the Mooloolaba harbour offers boaties the opportunity to secure the perfect haven.
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MV Cape Don Strikes Back
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Jeni Bone, ,
1:39 AM Wed GMT
Action by NSW Maritime to banish historic lighthouse tender, MV Cape Don from its mooring at the Old Coal Loader, Balls Head, Waverton, by 14 August, 2008 has prompted a barrage of emails from volunteer and specialist workers who have contributed to the restoration project over the five years.
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New US boat building venture in Zhuhai, China
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Lori Becker, Palm Beach Post,
5:52 AM Tue GMT
Dave Adams has sold yachts for more than 20 years. Now he's going to build them. The yacht broker from North Palm Beach is going halfway around the world to craft his sleek, super-sized vessels, building a 12-acre shipyard in China.
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James Rayner joins Simpson Marine
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Simpson Marine, ,
5:29 AM Tue GMT
Simpson Marine has appointed a new Beneteau and Lagoon Brand Manager, James Rayner, to be based in Hong Kong. James joins the company from England where he was a broker for Azimut, Hunter and various sail boats for the past two years.
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SIBS: Indicator of the Season Ahead
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Jeni Bone,
1:43 AM Tue GMT
This year, more than ever, Sydney will be the litmus test of the season ahead.
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Boat hire booming in New South Wales
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Sandman PR,
12:42 AM Tue GMT
Trailerable boat hire company Boab Boat Hire will launch two new franchise businesses at this week’s Sydney International Boat Show.
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