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AIMEX http://www.aimex.asn.au/ Go4 News Go4 Multimedia. Donovan Craig <donovan@go4.com.au> http://www.aimex.asn.au/news/newsitem.html?news_id=380 WIDER FOCUS FOR MARINAS CONFERENCE AND EXHIBITION Marinas 2011, the International Conference and Exhibition for the marina industries will be broadening its focus. The most recent planning meeting of the Marina Industries Association of Australia (MIAA) resulted in a commitment to cater for a wider range of marina related businesses including marine workshops.   Marinas 2011 Committee Chairman Mike Harvey marinas said marinas are business activity hubs for recreational boating. “Marinas 2011 will therefore broaden its focus and provide more benefits for boat service and repair businesses such as marine workshops. As well as conference breakout sessions there will be exhibitors catering for the needs of such businesses. The introduction of conference breakout sessions will deliver more targeted benefits for delegates and support a broader range of exhibitors selling to the marina industries”.     MIAA Chairman Andrew Chapman said in line with the event theme of ‘new horizons’ it was important Marinas 2011 built on its international reputation as a premier world marinas conference and exhibition. “I am personally exciting that the event will build industry knowledge about some of the world’s best examples of boating events and activities being undertaken by marinas to stimulate boating activity”.   Another new development for Marinas 2011 will be the option of an ‘around Port Phillip Bay’ field trip visiting a diverse range of club and commercial marinas. Committee member Allan Cayzer from Melbourne has an intimate knowledge of the marina industries in Melbourne. Field trip participants will benefit from Allan’s insights provided through his careful crafting of the field trip itinerary.        Marinas 2011 is being held in at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre 20 – 22 June 2011. Held every two years the last event Marinas 2009 attracted over 400 participants with 18% coming from overseas. For details see  www.marinas11.com . Latest News Luke Moulton <luke@go4.com.au> http://www.aimex.asn.au/news/newsitem.html?news_id=381 WIDER FOCUS FOR MARINAS CONFERENCE AND EXHIBITION Marinas 2011, the International Conference and Exhibition for the marina industries will be broadening its focus. The most recent planning meeting of the Marina Industries Association of Australia (MIAA) resulted in a commitment to cater for a wider range of marina related businesses including marine workshops.   Marinas 2011 Committee Chairman Mike Harvey marinas said marinas are business activity hubs for recreational boating. “Marinas 2011 will therefore broaden its focus and provide more benefits for boat service and repair businesses such as marine workshops. As well as conference breakout sessions there will be exhibitors catering for the needs of such businesses. The introduction of conference breakout sessions will deliver more targeted benefits for delegates and support a broader range of exhibitors selling to the marina industries”.     MIAA Chairman Andrew Chapman said in line with the event theme of ‘new horizons’ it was important Marinas 2011 built on its international reputation as a premier world marinas conference and exhibition. “I am personally exciting that the event will build industry knowledge about some of the world’s best examples of boating events and activities being undertaken by marinas to stimulate boating activity”.   Another new development for Marinas 2011 will be the option of an ‘around Port Phillip Bay’ field trip visiting a diverse range of club and commercial marinas. Committee member Allan Cayzer from Melbourne has an intimate knowledge of the marina industries in Melbourne. Field trip participants will benefit from Allan’s insights provided through his careful crafting of the field trip itinerary.        Marinas 2011 is being held in at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre 20 – 22 June 2011. Held every two years the last event Marinas 2009 attracted over 400 participants with 18% coming from overseas. For details see  www.marinas11.com . Latest News Luke Moulton <luke@go4.com.au> http://www.aimex.asn.au/news/newsitem.html?news_id=379 RIVIERA SETS ITS COURSE TO SYDNEY INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW Last night a fleet of seven Rivieras left the Coomera based facility bound for the Sydney International Boat Show, some 380 nautical miles from the Gold Coast Seaway south to Darling Harbour, overlooked by the city of Sydney.   Already on day one, the fleet have battled heavy sea conditions in 25 plus knots during their trip to Sydney and have sought shelter in Coffs Harbour until the weather improves.   Skipper Neal White, a seasoned Master 4 mariner with more than 30 years experience, travelling on board Riviera 56, Investigator V, said they had a good run from the Gold Coast to Cape Byron but from Cape Byron to Evans Head the seas picked up.   “This vessel runs very well, it’s been around Australia and it’s just a pleasure to drive,” Neal said.   Neal and his deckhand were held up in Coffs Harbour for one day but continued their voyage to Sydney when the weather improved.   “I have been at sea all my life since I finished my trade when I was 19 and I have to be very cautious on the water because you don’t get second chances,” he said.   The Riviera fleet is expected to reach Sydney Harbour on Saturday morning.   Riviera will also showcase for the first time in Sydney, the new 43 Open Flybridge, which made its world debut at the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show in May, selling nine boats in just four days. Riviera will also feature a 13 boat display with models from the Sport Yacht, Flybridge and Offshore Express ranges valued at more than AUD$18 million.   Riviera, Australia’s most awarded pleasure boat builder will unveil its latest new design for the first time at a press conference at the Sydney International Boat Show on Thursday morning, July 29.   Riviera CEO John Anderson said Riviera’s entire factory, about 300 people, had worked tirelessly on its latest designs, bringing together practicality and style to create these stunning new models.   “Riviera’s team of designers are continuing to develop new models across our award-winning range to meet the needs and expectations of our valued clients,” Mr Anderson said.   “This month we added a new production line to meet growing demand for these latest new models and I expect they will be well-received by the Sydney market.   “Riviera looks forward to showcasing some of Australia’s best boat building skills and the success of our new models is testament to the pride we take in our craft and our dedication to producing a quality product.”   Riviera will once again have the single largest display with 14 vessels on show and covering 2650m2. Riviera’s floating display will be located on southern end of the Cockle Bay Marina, Darling Harbour from July 29 to August 2.   Riviera offers 20 different models from 36 to 85 feet across four model series Flybridge, Sport Yacht, Offshore Express and Motor Yachts.   For more information, please go to www.riviera.com.au Latest News Luke Moulton <luke@go4.com.au> http://www.aimex.asn.au/news/newsitem.html?news_id=378 THE NEW BURKE ONE DESIGN E50 Burke Marine has been developing their One Design range over the past few years and is pleased to release the newest addition to the range the Burke E50 Buoyancy Aid. The New Burke One Design E50 Buoyancy Aid is ideal for the trapeze, hiking and general sailor. An ergonomic construction reduces bulk and gives you maximum freedom of movement when on the water. Features include side entry, zip closure front stow pocket, adjustable waist band, elasticized shoulder straps and soft foam to provide a perfect fit. Designed to EN 393 standard this 50 Newton Buoyancy is light weight and high cut fit, ideal when looking for that competitive edge on the water. Colours: Red/Black Sizes: XS – XXL to fit chest sizing from 76 – 136cm RRP $75.00 Other items within the one design range are D2 PFD Type II EVO Smock KA Smock Thermo Skins Long John Wetsuit Rash Vest   Contact Burke Marine on 02 96384333 for a list of stockiest and visit www.burkemarine.com.au to see the full range Latest News Luke Moulton <luke@go4.com.au>