Interest heating up in Flamingo Bay, America's Cup, Brisbane Boat Show
by Jeni Bone, editor on 20 Aug 2013
This week it's all about the Brisbane Boat Show - just two weeks away, and returning to the redeveloped RNA Showgrounds, with new facilities, ample space and plenty to see over four big days, 6-9 September.
It has been nearly 20 years since the Brisbane Boat Show was last held at the RNA Showgrounds!
In 2013 the Brisbane Boat Show will celebrate 53 years of showcasing the latest that Queensland’s trailer boat marine industry has to offer. With the catchcry of 'Everything marine under one roof', this is a boat show for boaties by boaties, with fishing gear, PWCs, trailerable boats and engine brands offering sensational deals over the show.
Check out the list of exhibitors at www.brisbaneboatshow.com.au and if you're keen to be among them, get in touch with Marine Queensland.
Also this week, a nifty little boat that folds away and can be assembled in just one minute, traveling at over 20 knots once you get it on the water!
The flat-pack boat from Quickboats launched at the recent Sydney International Boat Show and we have the video to prove it's as easy as sliding the pieces together!
From the portable to the pinnacle of ships. Announcing the impending auction of RV Flamingo Bay has certainly flushed out interested parties, according to owner, David Tomlinson.
The impressive adventure ship that's currently moored at Southport Yacht Club on Queensland's Gold Coast, but is destined for a new home come 7 October, has attracted her share of interest from around the world including serious potential buyers.
You can see the video and marvel at her form and function at www.adventureshipauction.com
As the 30th Audi Hamilton Island Race Week is in full swing, we have the full report on winners, some of the illustrious old timers and newcomers, the superyachts, celebs and highlights of this world-class regatta.
It's not too late to tag your brand or message to the America's Cup newsletters that are already reaching the world's sailing fanatics, ahead of the main event September 7 to 21.
Our Richard Gladwell is busily tracking the contenders' every strategy and as a result our sailing traffic is reaching new peaks. In New Zealand we are an amazing 73rd most visited site, the number one single sports website in the Land of the Long White Cloud. Get in touch if your business is marine or sailing related and could do with hundreds of thousands of new customers!
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