WA-based shipbuilder, Austal, has confirmed that the order for two additional patrol boats for the Royal Australian Navy (RAN), as announced during the federal election campaign, has been formally contracted. The proposed acquisition of two additiona

After two long years of waiting due to COVID, in late July the Sydney International Boat Show (SIBS) returned to the picturesque waters of Cockle Bay in downtown Sydney’s glorious entertainment precinct of Darling Harbour. The 53rd Sydney Internation

Polyethylene is a remarkable material in that it has positive buoyancy, a degree of flex and impact damage resistance not found in fibreglass hulls. Due to the roto-moulding process, where polyethylene beads or powder heated to around 150 degrees in

Bluefin tuna is rightfully seen among chefs as the king of the tuna species, prized mostly because of the fat marbling, particularly in the belly of larger specimens. In Japan the ‘toro’, as it’s known, can command rather ridiculous prices. When it’s

Istanbul-based boat builder Numarine has entered superyacht territory with the design and engineering of its 45XP high-performance motor yacht. The 45XP is ready to be built with the yard receiving serious enquiries from prospective owners. This flag

With eight vessels constructed in Queensland over the past five years, ferry operator SeaLink Marine & Tourism says it has invested $23 million to marine manufacturing in the state. “We are proud to be building new vessels in Queensland as we continu

Released in Australia by Lakeside Marine in March, the 140A is now Tohatsu’s most powerful home grown outboard and is an uprated version of the 115A reviewed in Trade A Boat, Issue 539. As 82 per cent of all outboards sold in Australia are 140HP or l

The real alluring character of the FD103 is how it blurs the line between modern living and your ideal rendezvous. Horizon has created a blueprint for urban-style living in your resort-like environment that is exclusively independent and functions ju

TAFE Gippsland is now using a former EPA vessel to conduct maritime training. The 12m aluminium catamaran bar-ba-ka was built in 2015 and launched to support the Environmental Protection Authority’s marine monitoring program in Port Phillip Bay, West

Australia’s east coast is multihull heaven because of its many islands, shoaling waters and prevailing winds. So, it’s just a matter of choosing your escape capsule. It could be a liveaboard vessel, one you holiday on or enjoy the occasional regatta

Century Boats has a history nearly as long as its name suggests, but I bet you have never heard of the brand even though it is well-regarded in its home country. You might see them around boat ramps occasionally, mostly in the hands of private import

The Excess 14 catamaran has been designed as a pure incarnation of the Excess brand – offering innovative architecture, a sleek, playful design and a layout that has never before been seen on the market, both in the owner and charter versions. Delive

Austal Australia has been formally contracted to deliver an additional two Evolved Capeclass Patrol Boats (ECCPBs) by the Royal Australian Navy Ferry operator SeaLink Marine and Tourism welcomes its second cat, Maggie Cat, to join Coolgaree Cat in th

Coming from five generations of fishermen and having worked aboard a deep-keeled crab boat during all of my formative years, this is my favoured hull. It saved our lives in big seas on numerous occasions while we hauled crab pots in North Atlantic sw

A new small pilot boat has been built and delivered for operations out of Thursday Island. Auriga Group commissioned the vessel from Queensland boat builder Woody Marine Fabrications. The custom built solution is the 10.8m aluminium monohull Zay. Fea

The new FD90 has been built to meet the Australian Maritime Safety Authority’s (AMSA) new 2C Survey requirements for commercially operated vessels, meaning the FD90 can operate as either a private or a charter vessel. An increasingly popular model in

Horizon Yacht Australia (HYAUS) showcased the new Fast Displacement (FD) 80 Skyline at the 2022 Sydney International Boat Show (SIBS) in Darling Harbour Sydney recently, with the team overwhelmed at the positive response to the ‘mini superyacht’. Dur

Ferry operator SeaLink Marine and Tourism has introduced a second new catamaran into its operation in Townsville, Queensland. The 30.8m long, Incat Crowther-designed Maggie Cat is working alongside Coolgaree Cat, which entered service in late 2020 an

Long-standing chair of Superyacht Australia, Barry Jenkins, has retired after 15 dedicated years in the role. His vast experience in the marine industry over many years has seen him as General Manager of the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show; Di

It is with a heavy heart that I write this final editorial. Trade-a-Boat will continue online, so you’ll still be able to stay up-to-date with the latest in Australian and international boating developments, however, this will be the last printed edi

What is the perfect size trailer boat for coastal bluewater game fishing? This is a question I have pondered for some years. Assuming money was no object, should you buy the biggest, most seaworthy trailer boat you can find? Something around the 8m s

Clough-BMD Joint Ventures has been awarded the construction tender for Darwin’s new ship lift. The selection followed a three-stage procurement process which spanned two years. Capable of servicing vessels of up to 5000 tonnes, it is intended that th

Out of The Blue Adventures is now operating a new tourism vessel, including in the current whale watching season off the New South Wales coast. The 11.3m long Naiad design rigid inflatable has been named Into The Blue and is the second vessel in the

Albany, WA-based boatbuilder Westerberg Marine has secured a new contract with a state government agency. The Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions has ordered a 10.5m rigid inflatable boat for use in the parks and wildlife sector.

Taylor Marine, the Australian agent for Furuno marine electronics, has announced the release of the Japanese manufacturer’s new Furuno colour radars. The 10.4in FR-10 and 12.1in FR-12 marine radar displays consist of a dedicated vertical display unit

Haines Hunter holds legendary status in Australia, always has and always will in my opinion. Through many years of R&D, the Haines Hunter crew has thrown knowledge and innovation into features suiting all forms of trailer-boating, and its 675 Enclose

The primary objective of this expedition was to precisely locate, measure and map the deepest points in each of the world’s five oceans. Dubbed the “Five Deeps Expedition” (FDE), the voyage spanned 10 months and travelled 47,000 nautical miles to exe

Cruise Craft Boats has partnered with Garmin to maximise the fishing and boating experience, so less time is spent finding fish and more time catching fish. Cruise Craft has worked alongside Garmin for many years and has put together the factory-fit