Marina Industries Association

🎉 The wait is over! 🎉 MIA members can now secure their tickets for the biennial NM Insurance 2025 Marina of the Year Awards! 🏆 Join us on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at 6pm at the Middle Harbour 16ft Skiff Club in Sydney for a night of celebration, recognition, and industry excellence. This year’s awards will honour not just outstanding marinas and boatyards, but also the incredible people driving the industry forward. Best of luck to all entrants! We can’t wait to celebrate the remarkable achievements of marinas and industry professionals worldwide. 🎟️ Secure your tickets now and be part of this unforgettable evening! Register here https://buff.ly/Nt8dXkh

🚨 Two Days to Go! Register Now for the Marine Sustainability Pledge Webinar Join us this Thursday, March 27, at 2 PM Sydney time for the first MIA webinar 2025! This session will introduce the Marine Sustainability Pledge, a new initiative promoting sustainability in the marine industry. Hear from industry leaders sharing real-life case studies: ♻️ Emma King (Birkenhead Point Marina) – How their kiosk reduced single-use plastics. ⚡ Steve Hosking, CMM (The Quays Marina) – Integrating EV charging with solar power. 👉 FREE for MIA Members | Non-Members: $95 Register today!

🗞️ The March eNews is here! Stay up-to-date with the latest from MIA, including: ⏳ Last chance to register new staff for Marinas 101 this weekend 🛥️ MIA at the Singapore Yachting Festival & SEA Yachting Conference ♻️ First MIA Webinar of 2025: Marine Sustainability Pledge 🎓 Advance your career – Marina management courses filling fast 💻 Essential training for new marina employees 🔥 Marinas26: 75% of exhibition space SOLD – secure your spot now ... and more! Read the eNews here https://buff.ly/2lq0RnX

🚨 Last Chance! 🚨 Entries for the Nautilus Marine Insurance 2025 Marina of the Year Awards close TODAY, Friday, 7 March! ⏳ This is your moment to showcase your marina’s hard work, dedication, and unique contributions to the industry. Don’t miss the opportunity to gain well-deserved recognition and highlight what sets your marina apart! A huge thank you to everyone who has already submitted—we can't wait to celebrate your achievements! 🏆 Submit now ➡️ https://buff.ly/y4OtkHV

Great catch up at Royal Brighton Yacht Club (RBYC)! Yesterday, Victorian members joined us and the MIA Board of Directors in Melbourne for our regional members' meeting. A big thank you to all participants, RBYC for hosting us and to BIA VIC, Safe Transport VIC, and Parks Victoria for their insightful presentations! 👏 Next stop: Sydney's Northern Beaches in March! See you there! Bellingham Marine Australia Marine Structures NM Insurance BMT Energy On Repco BIA Victoria Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron Cambridge Management Services Club Marine Insurance Melbourne City Marina Yarra's Edge Marina Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron Sandringham Yacht Club Savages Wharf St Kilda Marina Westernport Marina

One Week to Go! Entries for the NM Insurance 2025 Marina of the Year Awards close on 7 March 2025! Don’t miss your chance to be recognised—winners will be announced at the Awards Dinner on 6 May at Middle Harbour Skiff Club. A big thank you to those who have already entered! 🙌 🏆 2025 Award Categories: 🔹Commercial Marina of the Year (<140 & 140+ boats) 🔹Club of the Year 🔹International Marina of the Year 🔹Boatyard of the Year (<20 & 20+ boats) 🔹Dry Stack Storage Facility of the Year 🔹Community Support Award 🔹BMT Environmental Award 🔹Industry Innovation Award 🔹NEW: Industry Woman of the Year 🔹NEW: Emerging Talent (Under 35) 📩 Submit you application now at marinas.net.au

👍 Great turnout at Royal Perth Yacht Club last Tuesday, with around 25 members joining us for our regional meeting! A big thank you to Gillian Tosh, Marina Manager, for an excellent tour. Perth is buzzing with exciting opportunities, with plenty of private & public investment plans and a very supportive government. We can’t wait to catch up with our Melbourne members next week! @Western Australia Department of Transport SFM Marine @claremontyachtclub Fremantle Sailing Club Bellingham Marine Australia Marine Structures @Nautilus Marine Insurance Swan Yacht Club South of Perth Yacht Club Blue HQ Marinas Repco Copley Marine Group Hillarys Yacht Club Cimolai Technology BMT @bia__wa @aquarama_marina Butchart Marine Services

🏝️Experience world-class marina management in an unforgettable setting! Phuket Boat Lagoon Co. Ltd., managed by Wicky Sundram CMP, is a full-service marina — offering top-tier boat maintenance, extensive charter operations, a resort, and even an ice-skating rink! ❄️ Suzanne stayed at the marina’s resort last week, and this incredible venue will soon host our Intermediate Marina Management (IMM) course from 18-22 May. Immerse yourself in the best of Phuket’s marina scene—only a few spots left! Secure your place now: https://buff.ly/3CK8QP2

Suzanne spent an amazing day at Phuket Yacht Haven - Gold Anchor, Superyacht Ready and Clean Marina accredited. The marina is home to some impressive superyachts, and the views are just as spectacular! Set on a ridge high above the marina, The Deck Restaurant is the perfect spot to soak it all in. A huge thank you to General Manager Mayuree Mardsatool for her amazing hospitality and for the warm (and ‘mini hearts’ 💕) welcome from the entire marina team.

Suzanne had a fantastic visit to Royal Phuket Marina. A 5 Gold Anchor Marina, a Clean Marina, and proudly carbon neutral - making it Climate Ready! 🌍💚 Huge thanks to Balan, Woranart & Mr. Lalvani for such a warm welcome at this beautiful marina! #CleanMarina #ClimateReady #SustainableMarinas #RoyalPhuketMarina