Home to the largest concentration of marine trades in Australia, the Gold Coast has firmly established itself as the leading recreational marine industry hub in the southern hemisphere. The Gold Coast Marine industry delivers $1.2billion to the economy per annum,  supporting 500+ marine companies and directly employing over 5700 staff. With more than 250 hectares of manufacturing, refit, and refurbishment businesses, 11 commercial marinas, 170 Superyacht berths including a 163m Mega-yacht berth, 57 kilometres of pristine coastline and a customs clearance port of entry the Gold Coast now hosts a mature industry with strong competition and advanced capabilities.

Invest Gold Coast works closely to support the growth of the marine industry, through advocacy, investment attraction and incentive programs combined with a trade mission program to connect local exporters to global markets to ensure the Gold Coast is positioned as the best place in Australia to live, work and sail.

Marine industries are critical to Queensland’s economy and the Queensland Government is supporting the sector through investment in skills, infrastructure and opportunities for future growth.

Now in its 36th year, the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show—presented by Mulpha Events—has cemented its reputation as the Southern Hemisphere’s premier marine lifestyle event and a cornerstone of the Australian boating industry. More than a showcase, the Show is a major economic contributor, injecting over $470 million into the economy and playing a critical role in driving growth and innovation across the marine sector.

Each year, the event attracts over 330 leading marine businesses and brands from around the globe and welcomes more than 40,000 industry professionals, boating enthusiasts, and trade visitors. With its dynamic mix of business and lifestyle, the Show continues to connect key players across the Asia-Pacific and international marine markets.

In 2025, the Show is set to break new records, featuring more than 750 vessels on display, 2,500+ cutting-edge marine products and accessories, and over 100 product launches from global, regional, and local innovators.

Volvo Penta is a world-leading supplier of power solutions to marine and industrial applications. Driven by innovation, our close cooperation with our customers and our century-long experience, we supply comprehensive solutions that are made to move emotions, people, businesses and societies. As part of the Volvo Group, Volvo Penta benefits from reliable technology, proven throughout the entire group. Through the joint use of the experienced, global service and logistics network, we can supply our customers with the support and service they need, no matter where they are.

Volvo Penta is the world’s largest manufacturer of diesel engines for leisure boats and the leading developer of marine propulsion systems for commercial vessels. Our philosophy, “easy boating”, is the driving force behind innovations such as the Volvo Penta IPS, Inboard Performance System – groundbreaking solutions that offers benefits for the designer, shipyard and operator. With the launch of IPS40 Volvo Penta enter in to the superyacht segment of 55+ meter vessel sizes supplying fully integrated IMOIII solutions both as diesel, hybrid and electric options.

Sea and river transport, coastguards, passenger transportation and wind farming vessels all depend on their engines’ performance, reliability and durability. Volvo Penta offers drive systems and engines for propulsion, auxiliary equipment and complete marine generator sets – all to fulfill the wide range of requirements of the marine commercial sector. With more than 100 years of experience working closely together with equipment manufacturers, boat builders, owners and operators, Volvo Penta has built up the expertise and infrastructure necessary to provide comprehensive global service and support. Our extensive network of 3,500 dealers supports marine and industrial customers around the world.

At Volvo Penta, we aim to be the most forward thinking and customer-focused supplier of sustainable power solutions. Innovative solutions that comply with the modern, socially responsible definition of premium and both meet and exceed the demands of a 21st century marketplace.

The Bank of Queensland (BOQ) Wholesale Banking and Markets team can help your business manage the risk of uncertainty in financial markets, with foreign exchange and trade finance solutions designed to suit your unique requirements.

Changing foreign exchange rates, volatility in interest rates and the complexities of dealing with international customers and suppliers can present material risks to your business.

BOQ has dedicated specialists that help you navigate these risks and provide access to the right kind of finance to support your unique business needs.

Contact one of our specialists today on 02 8222 2111 or financial.markets@boq.com.au to find out how we can help your business.

Hamilton Island is Australia’s Tropical Island – a destination that feels unmistakably Australian, yet entirely its own. Nestled at the heart of the Great Barrier Reef, it’s a place to recharge and reconnect, where palm trees and gum trees sway in the same breeze and the ocean shifts from brilliant turquoise to deep reef blue.

Here, simple pleasures meet unforgettable experiences. Spend your days sailing through the Whitsundays, spotting whales in the wild, or gathering with family and friends to enjoy exceptional dining by the sea. With a range of accommodation from boutique stays to luxury resorts, and direct access to one of the world’s most precious natural wonders, Hamilton Island offers the perfect blend of Australian spirit and tropical beauty. Getting here is easier than you might think, with direct flights from Sydney, Melbourne and Brisban, making Hamilton Island one of Australia’s most effortless island escapes, where your holiday begins the moment you arrive.

The island’s full-service marina features 300 berths for vessels up to 43 metres, with deep-water access to 4.5m LAT and Superyacht anchorages nearby. From here, the 74 pristine islands of the Whitsundays and iconic destinations like Whitehaven Beach ( just 10 nautical miles away) are within easy reach. The region offers exceptional year-round cruising in a tropical climate averaging 27°C (80°F), ideal for sailing, snorkelling, diving, fishing and exploring secluded bays throughout the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.

Guests staying at Hamilton Island Marina enjoy full access to resort facilities, including pools, restaurants and bars. Take advantage of everything the island has to offer, from a diverse selection of dining experiences to an abundance of water sports, activities, spa treatments and more, the lifestyle options are endless.

For those seeking more, Hamilton Island is home to the prestigious Yacht Club and the Hamilton Island Golf Club, the only 18-hole championship course on its own island in Australia. With six distinct styles of accommodation, from luxurious couples’ retreats to spacious family apartments and private holiday homes, Hamilton Island truly offers something for everyone.

Main Beach Superyacht Marina (MBSM) introduces a new era of luxury on the Gold Coast. Perfectly positioned on The Spit with direct access to the Broadwater and open ocean, MBSM is a cornerstone of Queensland’s Superyacht Strategy and a premier destination for discerning yacht owners and crew.

Accommodating vessels from 11 to 73 metres, the marina features a 24-hour high-grade, high-flow fuel station for efficient refuelling; single-phase and 3-phase power up to 500 amps; state-of-the-art CCTV and Wi-Fi; filtered water; and an in-berth pump-out system for environmentally responsible waste management. Cleaning, detailing, and provisioning services are available seven days a week, ensuring every need is met with precision.

Guests are welcomed by the Dockmaster with white-glove service for a seamless berthing experience, complemented by dedicated buggy transfers throughout the precinct. The reimagined overwater Captain’s Lounge and Wellness Centre provide a serene retreat for relaxation and rejuvenation, enhancing life both on board and ashore.

Set along 105 metres of prime waterfront, MBSM is surrounded by iconic Gold Coast destinations including Main Beach, Surfers Paradise, Broadbeach, and Sanctuary Cove. With world-class dining, entertainment, and the adjacent Ritz-Carlton Hotel, MBSM stands as the Gold Coast’s most sophisticated superyacht destination.

For berthing enquiries and more information, visit MBSM.com.au

Rivergate is one of Queensland’s premier Superyacht Refit and Project Management destinations. Boat repairs and marine services, refueling and all weather enclosed refit facilities are available at Rivergate in Brisbane’s TradeCoast precinct popular with South Pacific mariners and superyacht crews.

Rivergate Marina & Shipyard was voted in the Top 3 Australian Marinas by Boat International USA (now Show Boats) and the only Australian Shipyard in the Top 3 Superyacht Refit Destinations in the world by the Crew Report (Issue 32). Located on the Brisbane River, the marina is a certified Clean Marina and received 100% in the 2010 audit.

Situated at Latitude 27°26.67’S, Longitude 153°06.30’E, Rivergate is 3 nautical miles from the city centre and 6 from the river mouth. As an Official Custom and Quarantine clearance point, the marina is 5 days steaming from the South Pacific; 4 days from the Whitsunday Island and Great Barrier Reef; and 3 days from Sydney. Once at the marina, it is only minutes from Domestic and Brisbane International Airport terminals, private jet facilities and helipads. For those who enjoy weekend cruising, Moreton Bay National Marine Park is on the door-step.

Rivergate Marina and Shipyard is a completely secure facility monitored by CCTV, electronically controlled gates and night patrols.

Rivergate can offer their clients mooring in 105 berths and deep water access for vessels to 80 metres. The high speed fuel pumps are open 7 days serving diesel, unleaded and premium unleaded as well as sewerage pump out and fresh water. The onsite Dockmaster and Concierge can assist with any provisioning, accommodation or transport enquiries. A specialist directory composed select suppliers which details Brisbane amenities, preferred city nightclubs, friendly and secure bars and pubs, fine dining restaurants, a range of prescreened hotels and responsive transport suppliers.
The adjacent shipyard comprises of 12,000sqm hardstand, 75 and 300 tonne travelifts and 320 approved contractors in over 20 trades. Rivergate is a great locations for boats of all shapes and sizes to complete refits, maintenance work and repairs on a pristine shipyard and marina complex. The dedicated Project Management team can assist with all works whilst crew enjoys the air-conditioned lounge.

Services available within the shipyard include superyacht painters and finishers, marine electricians, electrical engineers, generators and power control systems, diesel marine engines, fine timber and cabinetmaking, composite material repair, underwater LED lighting, marine carpeting and fabrics.

Winners of the 2014 Club Marine Australian Marine Export & Superyacht Industry Awards

Winner: Superyacht Industry Business of the Year (Service Provider)

Winner (Stephen Fisher): Australian Superyacht Industry Champion

TAFE Queensland is the largest, most experienced training provider in the state, with a history of serving Queensland’s communities for more than 140 years. We offer more than 400 practical, industry-relevant courses from entry-level certificates to degrees. Our training is delivered to over 139,000 students each year across more than 60 locations in Queensland.

TAFE Queensland also delivers a range of maritime and marine training programs across the state, supporting the development of skilled professionals for Queensland’s marine industry.

The Gold Coast is home to six TAFE Queensland campuses spanning from Coomera to Coolangatta. Conveniently located just minutes from the Coomera Marine Precinct, the purpose-built Coomera Marine campus offers specialised training for the marine industry, including marine craft construction and marine mechanical technology.

For Maritime training programs see: https://tafeqld.edu.au/courses/study-areas/infrastructure-and-transport/transport/maritime