SuperYacht Group Great Barrier Reef

So great to have the team from Ocean Alliance Ltd come up to visit the Northern Region of the GBR, supporting our other members - and their client - Morris Nautical. Was a day to be proud of our industry and the collective parts we all play in elevating the offering of the Australian Superyacht industry ⚓️✔️

🌟 Member Highlight 🌟 Awlgrip Custom Tinting now available in Cairns! AkzoNobel are proud to announce that the team at Crowies in Cairns now stock a comprehensive range of Awlgrip products at their Cairns facility. As part of their professional service, they can mix any of our Awlgrip, Awlcraft 3000, Awlgrip HDT and International Perfection Pro colours in store. An added service they provide is with colour scans for repairs and maintenance, (Recently taking colour scans for the local Superyacht SeaBear for some paint touchups). The colour scans are taken with an AMV Spectrometer and are then loaded into the Awlgrip Mixit cloud database. The system then compares the scan to our database of over 30,000 colours to find the nearest existing colour formulation to the area to be painted. Crowies Cairns & Tully stores have been servicing Far North Queensland via the Tully store since the 1970’s and have had a Cairns store for over 13 years. We are delighted to be working with them now as they expand their business to support the growing Superyacht and Pleasure Boat industry. Should you have any requirements for any of our Awlgrip, International or Sea Hawk range of high-performance coatings, drop into their store at: 📍 168/170 Scott Street ☎️ (07) 4041 7237. For technical assistance you can always contact the Akzo Nobel representative : 👴 Peter Nicholson ☎️ 0408 480 001 📩 peter.nicholson@akzonobel.com

What an exciting day in the #Superyacht #GBR Calendar, albeit a wet one! I’m pleased to say it didn’t hold off the crowds! ☔ Thanks to all the members who travelled far and wide to welcome the Morris Nautical Fleet - M.Y. Northern Escape, Flying Fish and Beluga, and to participate in the open day and sundowner that followed. ⛵ The day began with media interviews, which play a crucial role in elevating the profile of our industry and educating the public about the long-term benefits fleets like this bring to the GBR economy. 🎥 💱 In the past six months alone, the superyacht industry has generated an impressive $31.9 million for the Far North Queensland economy. 🏝️ Ports North SYGGBR, Morris Nautical and TTNQ were all interviewed, and it was great to see some of the footage featured on 7 media’s platforms including the evening news as well as written features in the Cairns newspapers. 📰 Not a moment after the media flurry was over, the first of 8 tour groups descended upon the fleet to get an up-close look at what these stunning vessels offer. A fantastic opportunity for businesses to discuss and assess where their services can be utilised. These discussions were further continued in yet another epic Nautical Night sundowner which followed. I loved being witness to many of the new connections forming and helping to facilitate important introductions. The turnout of members and guests was exceptional and the buzz in the room was really apparent. We also managed to raise $1,080 throughout the course of the day for Sea Women of Melanesia Inc. which we believe will be contributing to some much needed new I.T equipment. Thank you to the evening sponsors Melanesian Luxury Yachts and Morris Nautical, and our wonderful hosts at The Salt House. It’s truly one of the most rewarding parts of my job to see how engaged, diverse and healthy our member group is. It's what makes it so easy for superyachts to come here and be greeted with all they need. It was also our pleasure to welcome the captain and crew of MY Australia to the day and evening. Although not currently in the water, we are so fortunate as a region to have the facilities they need to get repairs and maintenance done here. This all contributes to the big sum mentioned above. We look forward to welcoming them back to the marina next week. To be a part of this exciting sector, join us as members: https://lnkd.in/gKeincHV

2025 #Superyacht #Australia #Soiree - #Sydney here we come! ✈️ Jodie Growden and Andrew Rokstad CMM are excited to be heading to Jones Bay Superyacht Marina on behalf of our group to catch up with our colleagues and peers and support this fantastic event created by our industry partners Superyacht Australia. This will be a fantastic opportunity to step aboard the vast array of vessels offering luxury charters in Australia and meet with their Captains and Crew. We are looking forward to hearing their expert advice, their stories and gaining current industry insights on #chartering in Australian waters (and beyond!) We are told this year, the impressive lineup of vessels on display includes M/Y Orraia, M/Y Aurora, M/Y Lady Pamela, M/Y Lumir, M/Y Quantum and S/Y Feng. Events such as this allow our industry to compare current offerings, explore the intricacies of luxury yacht charters, and for us specifically - to promote our beautiful GBR region and all she has to offer! Looking forward to seeing you all there... if you haven't already, get your tickets from Superyacht Australia here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gKTfqwVS Proudly Supported by Benetti Yachts, Pantaenius Australia , BOAT International Media Jones Bay Superyacht Marina #superyachts #greatbarrierreef #coralseamarina #cairnsmarlinmarina #gladstoneports #shuteharbour #superyachtcaptains #chartingaustralia #superyachtcharters

Welcome to your new home MY Northern Escape! 🛥️ After a long journey all the way from the Med, this stunning vessel built by Benetti Yachts has arrived safely to her new home port at Cairns Marlin Marina under the expert Captaincy of Sam Aldred and Chief Stewardess Emily Aldred ⚓️ She joins her two other sisters in the Morris Nautical fleet MY Beluga and MY Flying Fish. These beautiful vessels are a welcome addition to the chartering opportunities available in our stunning GBR region. 🪸 🌴 And it must be said that without the unwavering efforts of Andrew Rokstad CMM we may not have had the blessing of their presence! Members will have a very special opportunity to meet the staff and tour the boats on March 18th, by appointment (check your emails next week!) followed by Nautical Nights sponsored not only by Morris Nautical but also Melanesian Luxury Yachts Members: Put it in your diary now! 📅 #greatbarrierreef #tropicalnorthqueensland #superyacht #mynorthernescape #charters #charteringaustralia

What a fantastic success our Marine Sector Sundowner was this week! And what an impressive Marine industry we have in North Queensland. ⚓️ It was so wonderful to see the key leaders of some of our industry’s most important marine centric businesses and stakeholders gather to form new relationships, make introductions and discuss our sector, its opportunities and its challenges. A big thanks to our sponsors for this event Century Cranes and Austal. Although everyone focussed on collaboration and it’s vital importance in our future as a region, I was particularly inspired by Century Cranes speech regarding their journey as a business and their motivation to join Superyacht Group GBR. GM Bianca Wilson reflected with us back beyond 2011 to when their was a lack of a wharf crane in the Cairns Port, and the risk her business took making a $2.4million investment in a 200t mobile crane. The first in our region. What followed was the enablement of larger cargo to be easily taken from ships, bigger panels to be used in construction, bigger bridge girders and culverts… you can imagine, the list goes on. This 200t seed, watered by investment, fertilised with vision and commitment, took roots and grew and in turn supported and enabled the growth of our region. Bianca also spoke about her unwavering investment in the SYGGBR since 2011. They joined not so much believing it would directly benefit them, but to support a potential industry that would in turn support her other clients and customers. She likened it to paying rates, it keeps the water running for everyone. I have to pay tribute to business women like Bianca and businesses like Century Cranes. They think outside themselves for the greater good of the business community. They are the backbones supporting our region. They truly are the epitome of the famous quote we used in our own welcome speeches “A Rising tide lifts all ships” That “potential industry” Bianca spoke of also took off, and here we are today…celebrating 25 years of being the country’s only remaining independent regional Superyacht group. Thanks again to all of you who attended to support COUCH Wellness Centre. We raised over a $1000 and I believe Couch has made some even more valuable connections. The partnership between ourselves and Defence Industry Networking will also continue in its growth and we look forward to seeing you all, and those of you who missed out, when we do it all again in May! If you share a passion for our industry and want to contribute to the prosperity and sustainability of a strong marine and Superyacht industry here in the GBR region, please consider becoming a member - come rise the tide with us! Click to get on board here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gKeincHV

One of the longest standing and most respected members of the Superyacht Group Great Barrier Reef is hiring... Trinity Fire Services! if you know anyone who might be a good fit, tag them in comments or share the link ☺️

Delighted to see the limited tickets to our Inaugural FNQ Marine Sector Sundowner Sessions disappearing so fast! Numbers are limited and 1/3 of these have already been snapped up. Members and Industry Leaders - please don't miss out! 🕔 February 19th, 5-7pm, Rooftop at the Oaks. All attendees must register. Proudly sponsored by Austal and Century Cranes in support of COUCH Wellness Centre www.couch.org 👏 ♥️ Thanks to all those generous folks who have already registered and tacked a donation on to their registration! Secure your place amongst other industry leaders and peers of the FNQ Marine Sector ⚓ Register today to avoid disappointment ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/gqhakx4p #networking #Defenceindustry #FNQ #Cairns #marine #maritime #sundowner Defence Industry Networking Phil Growden Bianca Wilson Damien Richards Wendy Hughes GAICD

Attention all #Marine #Industry #Leaders and Stakeholders of #FNQ! #SYGGBR are very proud to be partnering with Defence Industry Networking to bring this inaugural event to #FNQ 's entire #marine sector. Come join your industry peers and enjoy the amazing views from the rooftop of Oak and Vine over some finger food and refreshments. February 19th, from 5-7pm. Whether you are a Marine Leader from the Commercial, Maritime, Defence, Superyacht or Tourism Marine sector - we all face the same challenges, share many of the same suppliers and contractors and utilise the same resources. So come along to this pinnacle marine industry event to catch up with your peers and colleagues, make new connections, share your news and industry insights, and explore how we can together be a strong voice for the future of our highly valuable marine sector in FNQ. ⚓ Please note this is a ticketed event, proudly sponsored by Austal and Century Cranes, and the small ticket fee from this industry event will be 100% in support of COUCH Cancer Wellness Centre. www.couch.org Event Brite link below in comments. See you there!

Fingers crossed when this Feadship beauty begins her journeys, that she is realised to her full potential, and comes to spend some time with us here in our huge and diverse region on #thegreatbarrierreef in Queensland. We are ready and waiting to welcome you ONE! https://lnkd.in/eiyEhSCW