Media Archive
Please find below the news archive of the Sydney International Boat Show 2006, 2005, 2004, 2003 and 2002.
(2007 here)
Check here for current news.

Don't forget to look in our image library, especially during the show for the latest images for your use.

2006...

9th August 2006 Sydney International Boat Show Closes for Another Year
3rd August 2006 Webasto Super Select Airconditioning
1st August 2006 Azimut's Latest Release 68S
28th July 2006 Award Winning Amphibious Boat Makes Debut in Sydney
28th July 2006 Strictly Sailing at Sydney International Boat Show
27th July 2006 Sydney International Boat Show Appoints Moda Management to Co-ordinate Fashion Parades
27th July 2006 Biggest Boat on Show in Sparkling $30 Million Sunseeker Showcase
27th July 2006 World First - Lord Nelson Artifacts from The Victory on Show
27th July 2006 The Lightwave 46' Powercat - A New Benchmark (pdf)
25th July 2006 Two New Models Shine Bright in Sparkling Sunseeker Showcase
24th July 2006 MotorGuide Wireless Trolling Motors - A New Breed of Toughness and Control Released
20th July 2006 Savage Boats Release Two New Models
18th July 2006 Viking 48 Convertible - Australian Debut
17th July 2006 Harbor Products USA to debut RESCUE TAPE® at Sydney International Boat Show
17th July 2006 Jeppesen Marine Introduces New Nobeltec Products (pdf)
17th July 2006 Mercury Marine New Product for Sydney Boat Show
17th July 2006 New PC based 12vDC Navigation System (pdf)
14th July 2006 Brilliant New Sea Ray Line-up On Display for 2006!
14th July 2006 New InView Weather Station (pdf)
14th July 2006 New NavKeys for Nobeltec Software (pdf)
14th July 2006 Nobeltec Software Version 9 (pdf)
10th July 2006 The Best of the Best at the Sydney International Boat Show
10th July 2006 Marine Propulsion for the Boats of the Future, Just One of the Many Highlights at the 2006 Sydney International Boat Show
10th July 2006 New Radford 12m Performance Cruiser
5th July 2006 Marten 49 Set to Shine at Sydney International Boat Show
5th July 2006 Australia's First Sydney 36CR Launched at Sydney International Boat Show
5th July 2006 Lagoon 380sII - the World's Most Popular Catamaran
30th June 2006 Award Winning Boats at the Award Winning Boat Show
30th June 2006 When Darling Harbour Assumes the Role of Australia's Boating Industry Capital
27th June 2006 British Fly the Flag at the Sydney Boat Show
23rd June 2006 Luhrs 28 Open
23rd June 2006 A New Landmark in Yachting by Wauquiez
21st June 2006 The Sydney International Boat Show is More Than Just Boats
21st June 2006 Catana 47 Ocean Class Sails Into Sydney
20th June 2006 James Bond... at the Sydney International Boat Show
20th June 2006 High-Tech Wizardry - Marine Electronics Among the Stars at the Sydney International Boat Show
14th June 2006 20 Impressive Reasons to Visit the Sydney International Boat Show
13th June 2006 Riviera to Unveil Revolutionary Sport Yacht, New Lifestyle Flybridge Cruiser at Sydney International Boat Show
5th June 2006 Yamaha's Fabulous Fishing Clinic, Just One of the Many Highlights of the 2006 Sydney International Boat Show
29th March 2006 The Sydney International - On the Australian Boat Show Circuit it's the Biggest and the Best
29th March 2006 More than just at Boat Show - Organisation for the 2006 Sydney International Moving into Top Gear
29th March 2006 Boating Business and All The Fun of the Fair - Dual Aims of the Sydney International Boat Show

2005...

4th August 2005:
The Doors Close for Another Year as the Sydney International Boat Show Counts its' Blessings

25th July 2005:
CoastLife Rent-a-Boat Opens Up Boating to the Masses

25th July 2005:
Koden's Big 8" Sounder Screen Clearly Exposes the Fish

22nd July 2005:
Sunseeker - Premier Display at Sydney Show

22nd July 2005:
2005 Sailboat of the Year Winner (pdf file)

22nd July 2005:
150th Seawind 1000 an Aussie Modern Classic (pdf file)

20th July 2005:
Boats! Big Boats, Small Boats, Power Boats, Sailboats, Race Boats, Ski Boats, Fishing Boats, Even Houseboats - If it Floats, it'll be at the 2005 Sydney International Boat Show

20th July 2005:
Internationally-Famed Designer's Boats Among Many Highlights at the 2005 Sydney International Boat Show

19th July 2005:
Necky Manitou Sport Ideal for Calm-Water Exploration

19th July 2005:
New Prowler 13 is the Ultimate Fishing Kayak

19th July 2005:
Sidekick Kayak Accommodates Paddler and Child or Pet

18th July 2005:
New Boatcare Range from Yachtpaint.com

16th July 2005:
Koden's Uncompromising 8" and 10.4" Plotter/Sounders

16th July 2005:
Hummingbird's New 900 Series On Display at the Sydney International Boat Show

16th July 2005:
Announcing the Release of the Bavaria Cruising Range

12th July 2005:
Sunseeker Proves Special Show Drawcard

12th July 2005:
The ALL NEW 2006 Model Range of TOHATSU Outboard Engines at the Sydney International Boat Show

11th July 2005:
Hunter's Brand New 31, a "Comfort Cruiser the Goes Fast", on Show at the Sydney International Boat Show

11th July 2005:
Hunter's Brand New Trailerable 25, sets the Standard for Quality and Features in its Class: See it at the Sydney International Boat Show

8th July 2005:
Learn the Ropes on Sailability's Sailing Simulator at Sydney International Boat Show - Win a Zodiac Cadet Compact Inflatable

8th July 2005:
Hunter's Brand New 38, voted 'Best Production Cruiser under 40ft' - Cruising World 2005, on Show at the Sydney International Boat Show

8th July 2005:
New Hunter 27 Combines Performance, Value and Ease of Sailing for Both New and Seasoned Sailors

8th July 2005:
Zodiac Cadet Range 2005

8th July 2005:
Sunseeker Proves Special Show Drawcard

4th July 2005:
Latest Luxury Princess Arrives in Australian Waters

4th July 2005:
Viking Yachts 56' Convertible Hits the Water

4th July 2005:
Leader of the Pack: The New Leader 805 Offshore Powerboat

1st July 2005:
Chris-Craft - 130 Years of Recreational Boating History at the Sydney International Boat Show

29th June 2005:
Boat Books - More than just a Good Read at the Sydney International Boat Show

29th June 2005:
Mariah and Sea Fox Boats from Blakes Marine - Australian Launch at Sydney Boat Show

27th June 2005:
Maritimo to Unveil its Latest Creation at the Sydney International Boat Show

22nd June 2005:
Yamaha to Tempt Visitors to the Sydney International Boat Show with a Chance to Win $14,000 Home Theatre System

20th June 2005:
How to put More Fish on the Dinner Table - Just Visit the Yamaha Fishing Clinic at the 2005 Sydney International Boat Show

20th June 2005:
The Best of the Best - Australia's Boats of the Year Among the Highlights at the 2005 Sydney International Boat Show

16th June 2005:
An Extravaganza of Nautical-Based Entertainment - That's the 2005 Sydney International Boat Show

16th June 2005:
New Release of Hondex Products from Honda Electronics

16th June 2005:
Australian Release of HawkEye Water Sports Products by Next Destination

16th June 2005:
Italian Flair puts GEONAV Ahead of the Competition in GPS Innovation

15th June 2005:
New Performance 45 from Lightwave Yachts - Launching at Sydney Boat Show

1st June 2005:
Asia Pacific Region's Number One Boat Show, The Sydney International, on Track for a Boating Spectacular

30th May 2005:
Honda Marine Sensational $55,000 Boat Show Giveaway

27th May 2005:
Biggest, best... BENETEAU

17th May 2005:
New from Stazo at the Sydney International Boat Show (pdf file)

13th May 2005:
Green Power Fuel Cell from Oceantalk

13th May 2005:
Oceantalk Releases Compact Retract Bow Thruster

20th April 2005 (New Products Galore 590 words):
New Products Galore Scheduled for Release at the 2005 Sydney International Boat Show

13th April 2005 (Greatest Show 661 words):
Sydney - Greatest Boat Show South of the Equator


11th April 2005 (Boating Bonanza 582 words):
Boating Bonanza - Sydney International Boat Show on Track for Another Bumper Edition

9th April 2005 (Comes Alive 471 words):
Darling Harbour Comes Alive for the Greatest Show Afloat, the 2005 Sydney International Boat Show

7th April 2005 (Bridge Telegraph 905 words):
The Bridge Telegraph reads 'All Ahead Full' - It's Countdown Time to the Sydney International Boat Show

1st April 2005 (Industry Release 294 words):
'House Full' Sign Destined for 2005 Sydney International Boat Show


 2004...

26th August 2004:
Records Tumble as Sydney Stands Tall as the Southern Hemisphere's Number One Boat Show

13th August 2004:
Sydney 2004, One for the Record Books

13th August 2004:
Sydney International Boat Show Hits the Headlines

4th August 2004:
Parade and Cocktails to Launch Riviera's New Fashion Label

4th August 2004:
Globalstar Technology - Launches State-of-the-Art Service for Boating Enthusiasts

4th August 2004:
Riviera Launch New Generation Sports Cruiser at 2004 Show

4th August 2004:
Visitors Flock to the Sydney International Boat Show

23rd July 2004:
Azimut, Europe's Premier Boat Builder, to Display Five Boats at 2004 Sydney International Boat Show

23rd July 2004:
Crowline Boats Makes Australian Debut at Sydney Boat Show

21st July 2004:
Harbouring the Dream

21st July 2004:
Women on Water

21st July 2004:
Stars and Stripes Flying Over Darling Harbour

20th July 2004:
New Product Releases from Coursemaster Autopilots at the Sydney International Boat Show

19th July 2004:
Olympic Champion Samantha Riley to Appear at Sydney International Boat Show

19th July 2004:
After Ten Years At Sea, Dentists No Longer Down-In-The-Mouth

16th July 2004:
Volvo Penta's Treat for Sydney International Boat Show Visitors

15th July 2004:
Princess 57 Set To Take Sydney International Boat Show

15th July 2004:
Four New Jeanneaus to Make NSW Debut at 2004 Sydney International Boat Show

13th July 2004:
Sunseeker Luxury Fleet On Display at the Sydney International Boat Show

12th July 2004:
See the Boat Chosen by Former League Star Andrew Ettingshausen at the Sydney International Boat Show

10th July 2004:
Australia's Most Meticulously Crafted Boat will be a Major Attraction at the 2004 Sydney International Boat Show

8th July 2004:
Diamonds, Tiaras and Ballgowns? Perhaps Not, but there'll be Plenty of Princesses at the 2004 Sydney International Boat Show

6th July 2004:
Australian Made - Premium Grade Boat Care Products

4th July 2004:
Not a Mass Trans-Tasman Migration, perhaps, but more than 2000 Kiwis are Expected to head for Australia and the 2004 Sydney International Boat Show

2nd July 2004:
The Man who turns Backyards into Pieces of Paradise, will be Showing Off his own 'Piece of Paradise' in the form of a Luxury Cruiser at the 2004 Sydney International Boat Show

2nd July 2004:
The New Riviera 33: Designed to Steal the Show

1st July 2004:
Serious Chandlery? How about Odds and Ends and Bits'n'Pieces? It will all be there at the 2004 Sydney International Boat Show

30th June 2004:
John Haines, AM, to Unveil Two New Boats at Sydney International Boat Show

29th June 2004:
Sydney International Boat Show a Treat for Multihull Fans

29th June 2004:
Yanmar to Unveil New Diesel Engines at Sydney International Boat Show

29th June 2004:
World Famous Lewmar Yachting Equipment at the Sydney International Boat Show

25th June 2004:
Top Tips for Buying Your New Boat at the Sydney International Boat Show

25th June 2004:
The New Catalina at the 2004 Sydney International Boat Show

24th June 2004:
Stay Cool at the Sydney International Boat Show with the Release of 'Blue Cool'

24th June 2004:
New Products Set to Attract Boating Enthusiasts by the Score to the Sydney International Boat Show

17th June 2004:
Yamaha's Support Adds Value to Sydney International Boat Show

17th June 2004:
New Designs Set to Help Hunter Yachts Take on the Australian Market

17th June 2004:
Hunter Yachts Set to Catch the Australian Market: New Distributor Showing the Yachts at the Sydney International Boat Show

17th June 2004:
U.S. Yachts to Show Off the New Hunter 41 at the Sydney International Boat Show

17th June 2004:
Come and See the New Hunter 36 at the Sydney International Boat Show

17th June 2004:
U.S. Yachts to Show Off the New Hunter 33 at the Sydney International Boat Show

17th June 2004:
French Revolution: Bénéteau Launches Power at Sydney International Boat Show

15th June 2004:
"Oscar" Winners a Highlight for Visitors to the 2004 Sydney International Boat Show

11th June 2004:
Venturer 44 Power Cats Makes It's Sydney Boat show Debut

11th June 2004:
World Launch of New Seawind 1160

11th June 2004:
Must-See Multi-Function Displays: Now Showing at Raytalk C-Series

11th June 2004:
Raymarine Brings Top Technology to Small Vessels A-Series

11th June 2004:
Feature Packed 2004 2004 Sydney International Boat Show Looming as Best Yet Staged

11th June 2004:
Sydney International Boat Show Looms as Best Ever

11th June 2004:
Largest Marina Ever Assembled in Australia for a Boating Exhibition to Highlight 2004 Sydney International Boat Show

11th June 2004:
Countdown to the Big One - Sydney International Boat Show and Six Action Packed Days Promoting Recreational Boating

5th May 2004:
Sea Ray to Star at Sydney International Boat Show

5th May 2004:
Maritimo - Unveiled to the World at the Sydney International Boat Show

21st April 2004:
Super Marina for Superyachts at the Sydney International Boat Show

2003...

31st July 2003:
New Model Extends Sabre Genset Engine Offering

31st July 2003:
New Classic Powerboat "Aquadelmo 31" Powered by VM Diesels

31st July 2003:
Yacht Brokers New Classic Yacht is Sabre Powered

31st July 2003:
Introducing Blue Line: Monitoring and Control System for MTU Marine Diesel Engines

31st July 2003:
MTU Series 60 Delivers "Top Notch" Power to Steber

27th July 2003:
Sunseeker's 82 Yacht the Biggest and Best at the Sydney Show

27th July 2003:
Mercury Marine to Release Mid-Range Optimax Outboards at Sydney International Boat Show

27th July 2003:
Caribbean Style on the Cockle Bay Marina

27th July 2003:
Tenders Lifted, Tenderly

27th July 2003:
Inflatables and Tinnies, Accessories and Outboard Engines, All Make Up a Comprehensive Exhibit by the Boat Depot

27th July 2003:
Ronstan Nautical Clothing to Headline Fashion Parades at Sydney International Boat Show

22nd July 2003:
Legendary Model Name Makes a Comeback at the Sydney International Boat Show

22nd July 2003:
Everyone Loves a 'Barbie'

22nd July 2003:
New Honda Four-Stroke Outboards to be Launched at Sydney International Boat Show

22nd July 2003:
Four-Stroke and Turbo-Charged!

22nd July 2003:
E-Tec Outboards from Evinrude Set for Sydney International Boat Show Release

20th July 2003:
Escape on a Seawind

20th July 2003:
For Boat Manufacturers or Keen Do-It-Yourself Exponents, a Visit to R.W. Basham is a Must

20th July 2003:
Safety First When Working or Playing in a Marine Environment

20th July 2003:
Marine Industry Takes Steps to Protect the Professionalism of the Industry and the Boating Public

18th July 2003:
Access Boat Project at the Sydney Boat Show

17th July 2003:
Yamaha to Unveil New Engines at the Sydney International Boat Show

17th July 2003:
TR Marine World Bringing a World of Boating to the Sydney International Boat Show

17th July 2003:
Camec Group to Unveil New Products at Sydney International Boat Show

17th July 2003:
Family Boats to Display Customised Caribbeans

17th July 2003:
Jet 1 Performance - Sydney International Boat Show's Home for Seafarer and Stacer

17th July 2003:
Shrugg Off Harsh Weather Conditions with Musto

17th July 2003:
Mustang Pleasure Boats Out In Force at Sydney International Boat Show

17th July 2003:
Coursemaster Autopilots - A One Stop Shop for Marine Electronics

17th July 2003:
Bukh Diesel - The Reliable Name in Small Marine Diesel Propulsion

17th July 2003:
From the North or South of the City, All Roads Lead to Darling Harbour

16th July 2003:
Upgrade to the Boat of Your Dreams

11th July 2003:
The Legendary Name Returns

10th July 2003:
Something Different for Sydney International Boat Show Courtesy of Enterprise Marine

10th July 2003:
German Craftsmanship on Show at Sydney International Boat Show

10th July 2003:
Catalina Anchorage to Unveil Impressive New Range of Sailboats at Sydney Show

7th July 2003:
Models Appearing at 2003 Sydney International Boat Show

7th July 2003:
Princess Leads Way at Sydney Boat Show

7th July 2003:
Australasian Launch of Jeanneau's Stunning New 54 Deck Saloon

5th July 2003:
Sunseeker Brings Out New Big Gun and Award Winners for Sydney

3rd July 2003:
Bayliner, Trophy and Maxum - The Yankees are Bound for Darling Harbour

3rd July 2003:
Stacer - A Leading Player on the Tinnie Scene

3rd July 2003:
Mighty Mustangs and Classic Carvers Among the Many Attractions on the Cockle Bay Marina

27th June 2003:
Fair Wind for Southwind

25th June 2003:
Quintrex to Unveil its 2004 Range at the Sydney International Boat Show

25th June 2003:
Riviera Group a Dominant Presence on the Cockle Bay Marina

24th June 2003:
Oceantalk Fights Crime on Our Waterways

24th June 2003:
European Sailboat of the Year to Tempt Visitors at the Sydney International Boat Show

24th June 2003:
Magellan's Australian Launch at Sydney International Boat Show

21st June 2003:
Sydney International Boat Show a Sell Out as Industry Flexes Its Muscles

21st June 2003:
Elan Sail Yachts at the Sydney International Boat Show

27th May 2003:
Sydney International Boat Show Primed to Offer Boost to Industry

24th April 2003:
Sydney International Boat Show Already on Track for Another Bumper Gate

24th April 2003:
Sydney International Boat Show - The Biggest and the Best This Side of the Equator


2002...

23rd September 2002:
Planning Well Underway for 2003 Sydney International Boat Show

7th August 2002:
Sydney Turns on a Dazzler - Records Set as Visitors Throng Darling Harbour in a Spending Mood

2nd August 2002:
Crowds Flock to Darling Harbour for 2002 Sydney International Boat Show