Sunday, May 26th, 2024
16:00pm – 6:00pm
Exhibitors to bump in
12:00pm – 5:00pm
Certified Members Meeting, Rydges Hotel
4:00pm – 5:30pm
Registration Open – Get your lanyard early!
This is optional to miss the Monday morning rush
5:30pm – 7:30pm
Welcome Reception
Early evening drinks on the forecourt of the Royal International Convention Centre amongst some impressive displays from Marinas24 key exhibitors. These striking exhibits will remain on the forecourt for your viewing during the entire conference period.
7:30pm – 9:30pm
Casual Dining
Enjoy a casual dinner after the Welcome Reception at the Bellingham Bar or explore the King Street dining precinct.
Monday, May 27th, 2024 – DAY 1
7:45am – 8:30am
8:30am – 8:40am
Welcome to Country
8:40am – 8:45am
8:45am – 9:05am
Welcome Address
The Honourable Michael Healy MP, Minister for Tourism and Sport
9:05am – 9:50am
Economic Forecast
Tapas Strickland, Director of Economics at NAB will outline the economic and financial forecasts and impacts for the marina industry.
9:50am – 10:45am
Leveraging the Olympics
A panel of experts will discuss the impacts of the 2032 Olympics on tourism, boating and opportunities for the broader marine industry in Queensland, Australia and the Asia-Pacific region. Brett Bolton of Coriolis Marine will lead the panel which will also include; David Good, CEO Superyacht Australia, Dr John Cowie, General Manager of Investment Attraction BEDA, Andrew Sly, Deputy Director-General Department of Tourism and Sport and Robert Brown, Business Development Manager RQYS. Read More
10:45am – 11:30am
Morning Tea with Exhibitors
Sponsored by
11:30am – 12:00pm
MIA Industry Research – Health of the Australasian Marina
Industry Survey & Salary Survey
MIA President Andrew Chapman will deliver the key findings of research conducted by the MIA. Read More
12:00pm – 12:25pm
MIA Supporting Future Industry Needs
Suzanne Davies, CEO will provide an update on the MIA strategy, performance, programs and the Marina Training Institute. Read More
12:25pm – 1:40pm
Lunch with Exhibitors
Sponsored by
Marinas24 Hall
The Jetty Specialist Room
1:40pm – 2:40pm
Lessons & Learning
Jayson McDonald CMM will bring together a panel of experts to share their successes and discuss what we can learn and apply to our own businesses. Read More
The Art of War: Win and retain your people
William Farmer, Dale Carnegie will look at essential strategies to unlock the secrets to fostering a highly engaged team and tactics for sustaining motivation and engagement amongst your workforce. Read More
2:40pm – 3:25pm
Managing Lithium
Are you across the latest developments with Lithium batteries? Hear from battery experts and insurers to ensure you are understand the risks, safety considerations and how to manage your response. Read More
Marketing Marinas
Karen Baldwin CEO RQYS leads a panel of marina marketing experts including, Social Media expert, Adventures Sailor Girl Nic Douglass; communications guru Zoe Hawkins of Wilde Media and Marketing & PR Strategy professional, Andra Bite. Read More
3:25pm – 4:10pm
Afternoon Tea with Exhibitors
Sponsored by
4:10pm – 5:05pm
Innovation Showcase
Five new solutions for marinas of the future. Participants to be announced shortly.
Chaired by Phil Wardale, Wardale Consulting.
Business of Boatyards
Lorraine Yates CMP of White Bay 6 leads a panel which will discuss issues around boatyard management, changes in technology and boatyard equipment. Read More
5:05pm – 6:30pm
North Harbour Happy Hour
Canapes & Drinks with Exhibitors
Evening at Leisure
Tuesday, May 28th, 2024 – DAY 2
7:30am – 8:30am
Breakfast with the Exhibitors
Get your free Bacon & Egg Rolls between 7:30am – 8:00am only
Sponsored by
8:30am – 9:40am
Designing Marina Precincts
Hear from the global leaders in integrated resort operations.
James Tuma, Managing Partner at leading planning and design consultant Urbis, will bring together a panel of experts who believe that marinas aren’t just a place to park and maintain a boat, they are lifestyle precincts that can return considerable value to all stakeholders.
This panel brings hands on experience in delivering some of the most successful marina precincts in the country and globally. Back by popular demand, Joe Ueberroth, creator of Dana Point Marina, California, will join Greg Shaw CEO Mulpha, developer of Sanctuary Cove and Hayman Island and Bryan Finney, CEO of the greenfield development North Harbour in Burpengary. Together they will share how marina precincts can drive profitability by increasing land use efficiency and deepening customer engagement by creating a harmonious blend of integrated services that considers functionality, aesthetics, sustainability and a broad market.
9:40am – 10:10am
Introducing Climate Ready
The MIA’s new Climate Ready Program will be presented by Greg Fisk of BMT after an introduction to the program by sponsor Chris Derksema CEO GCWA. Read More
10:10am – 10:55am
Morning Tea with Exhibitors
Sponsored by
Marinas24 Hall
The Jetty Specialist Room
10:55am – 11:45am
Compliance Obligations and Energy Services for Marinas
A presentation & discussion panel on Embedded Networks in marinas, covering compliance requirements, management and providing sustainable & cost-effective electricity. Facilitated by Energy On, with insights from Choice Energy, the panel offers a platform to exchange ideas and identify challenges. Read More
Insuring Marina Businesses
Lyndon Turner, CEO at Nautilus Marine Insurance will highlight what all marinas need to know in order to protect their business. Read More
11:45am – 12:35pm
Alternative Marina Power Systems
Are you prepared for vessel electrification? Hear from marina electrification specialists, suppliers and marinas that have implemented electrification infrastructure on site. Read More
12:35pm – 1:45pm
Lunch with Exhibitors
Sponsored by
1:45pm – 2:25pm
Increasing Profitability through Shared Boating Clubs
David Kurczewski – Freedom Boating Club, will discuss how marinas can benefit from shared boat clubs and how these clubs are bringing new boaters to the market. Read more
Maximising Yield
Learn yield management techniques from Steve Sammes – General Manager Sanctuary Cove Marina & Country Club to help you optimise revenue streams and enhance operational efficiency. Read more
2:25pm – 3:00pm
Afternoon Tea with Exhibitors
Sponsored by
3:00pm – 3:45pm
Riviera Rebirthed
Wes Moxey, CEO Riviera Australia will share the inspiring story of the rebirth of Riviera. From how the business was turned around, to the brand leveraging relationships with owners to form long term connections, what their customers are looking for from marinas and where Riviera sees the boats of tomorrow going.
3:45pm – 4:00pm
Conference Close
6:10pm
‘Airbus by AirBerth’ buses depart the Rydges for the Superior Soiree at Howard Smith Wharves
6:30pm – 10:00pm
Superior Soiree at Howard Smith Wharves
Gala dinner dress code: Cocktail
Wednesday, May 29th, 2024 – Study Tour
8:30am
Departing aboard the “Marine Travelift Transporters”
Buses will depart the forecourt of the RICC at 8.30am sharp!
8:45am
Passing the Northshore Hamilton Olympic Village site.
As we pass the Hamilton area we continue to explore the impact marine opportunities of the 2032 Brisbane Olympics.
9:00am
The Yard Brisbane Site Tour
10:00am – 10:15am
Transfer by bus to Rivergate
10:15am – 11:15am
Rivergate Site Tour
11:20am – 11:40am
Transfer by bus to d’Albora East Coast Marina
11:45am – 12:30pm
d’Albora East Coast Marina Site Tour
Refreshments provided to celebrate ECM joining the d’Albora Group
12:45pm – 2:00pm
Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron Site Tour
RQ welcoming Study Tour delegates with a XXXX
2:00pm – 2:30pm
Returning to the RICC aboard the “Marine Travelift Transporters”
Red Dog Group are providing this years conference App – details about the App and how to login can be found here!