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On Watch with TIM SIMPSON

STORM WATCH There’s a storm coming — and it’s likely to be a doozy! The Bureau of Meteorology’s Severe Weather Outlook, released in early October every year, looks ahead to the end of April, when the severe weather season in Australia officially ends. Bureau Senior Climatologist, Greg Browning, said Australians could not afford to be complacent this severe weather season, adding that, “Many climate drivers are indicating that it could be an active season across parts of Australia.” Current indicators show that we’re likely to experience a La Niña as we move into 2022, with warm waters to the north of the continent and the sea-surface temperature pattern across the Indian Ocean pointing to more rainfall, an earlier wet season, and a 65 per cent chance of more cyclones than…

On Watch with TIM SIMPSON

From the 13th century to the 16th century, the wakō, or Japanese dwarf pirates, raided the coastlines of China and Korea. Often paid by various Japanese feudal lords, they were frequently involved in Japanese civil wars. The first era of wakō piracy saw them based on the islands of the Japanese archipelago in the Sea of Japan, born from the Mongol invasion of Japan where poverty was rife and coastal defences were reduced. Often sent on trading expeditions to the coasts, the wakō were known to turn to violence when denied trading privileges. The second era was during the 16th century where for over a century, they were based out of Taiwan and, according to the History of Ming, 30 per cent were Japanese and 70 per cent were ethnic…

THE BOAT WORKS EXPANSION

The Boat Works will now have bigger sheds with a 20-metre clearance in its superyacht refit sheds on the Gold Coast. Boat owners and captains will be able to have their charter and private superyachts undergo refinishing works, major refit projects, and maintenance once the new sheds open in the first quarter of 2022. The Boat Works’ Stage 4 expansion is still in construction, which will see it with a 300-tonne capacity marine travel lift, highlighting the need for additional marine infrastructure. The new sheds will ensure plenty of space for the installation of scaffold and scissor lifts, and will provide an immense working and storage area. Shane Subichin, General Manager of Boat Works, said to maintain the business’s green reputation and responsibility, it will again be investing in solar…

THE BOAT WORKS EXPANSION

SHORT MARINE PARTNERING WITH CAPELLI

Amid a string of new partnerships recently including that between Game and Leisure Boats, Short Marine has partnered with Capelli. Short Marine was named as the official Australian Distributor of Capelli, Europe’s biggest selling brand of rigid inflatable boats (RIBs) 12 months ago, with Short Marine delivering 32 Capellis in that period. Capelli, an Italian shipyard, offers 47 models ranging from 3.6m to 15m, which have large beams and offer a stable and smooth ride, and many models are able to reach the 50kt bracket effortlessly and safely. Sam Short, who owns Short Marine with his brother, Ryan, said they are thrilled to replicate Capelli’s European success in Australia. “The Luxury Line is used a lot as tenders for superyachts, and we are thrilled that there is already one Tempest…

SHORT MARINE PARTNERING WITH CAPELLI

VOLVO PENTA ASSISTED DOCKING WINS DAME DESIGN AWARDS 2021

The 2021 METSRADE Show announced the DAME Design Awards on 16 November, with Volvo Penta’s Assisted Docking System a joint winner. As well as receiving the award in the ‘machinery, propulsion, mechanical and electrical systems, and fittings’ category, the Assisted Docking system won the overall DAME award. The system is the marine industry’s first fully integrated Assisted Docking System from helm to prop, giving owners precision in the manoeuvring and docking process using the Volvo Penta Inboard Performance System (IPS) in a new way. Anders Thorin, Product Manager Electronics for Volvo Penta, said they are constantly looking for ways to support straightforward boating experiences for their customers. “Docking is probably the task that boaters fear the mostm but with Volvo Penta Assisted Docking we can enable everyone — no matter…

VOLVO PENTA ASSISTED DOCKING WINS DAME DESIGN AWARDS 2021

Australian world leader in the industry

Sanctuary Cove Marina has unveiled 48 covered marina berths — a first for this industry in the southern hemisphere. The marina has just completed a final stage of multi-million-dollar upgrades, which will provide local and international luxury boat owners unparalleled service as they dock on Australian shores. The design of the expansion has been integrated into Sanctuary Cove’s aesthetic, with the shaded structures resembling ribbons in the wind. Steve Sammes, Sanctuary Cove Marina General Manager, said there has been an overwhelming response as many have been searching for a premium boating and storage experience. “These new additions to the marina are truly putting the Gold Coast on the map as a must-visit location, attracting a high calibre of tourists and vessel owners that seek out premium facilities and will invest…

Australian world leader in the industry

WHAT’S BITING

1 NSW MID-NORTH COAST: Mixed bag on reefs The offshore scene during November saw an increase in the numbers and size of striped marlin. Some solid fish were tagged before cooler water currents moved in and chilled the fishing down. Pakula ‘Sprocket’ and JB Lures ‘Dingo’ were the lures accounting for most catches. The cooler water also brought an end to catches of mackerel tuna, although some early catches of longtail tuna, mostly single fish, were reported from between Port Stephens and South West Rocks. Reef fishing for tablefish should remain consistent, with pearl perch, teraglin (pictured), snapper, morwong, sand flathead, Venus tuskfish, pigfish, and leatherjackets making up most boxes of fish at the cleaning tables. PETE JOHNSON – PJ’S FISH 'N' OUTDOORS E: SEADEVIL1@BIGPOND.COM 2 NSW SOUTH COAST: Kingfish…

LONG-RANGE LUXURY

Well-loved Australian motor yacht manufacturer, Maritimo, sees itself entering a new era with the release of the new M75 Flybridge Motor Yacht. The M75 will not only be the largest motor yacht Maritimo has ever made, but it will also represent a higher level of customer input and design development than any other Maritimo. The manufacturer’s Australian production facilities saw extensive upgrades and expansions completed in 2019, specifically to manufacture larger vessels such as this one. Tom Barry-Cotter, Maritimo Director of Design, said, “The new M75 has stemmed from the most in-depth design and development process ever undertaken in Maritimo history, being conceptualised and developed with Maritimo’s design division and collaborating owners for more than two years.” The global reveal of the iconic new flagship marks the seventh new launch…

LONG-RANGE LUXURY

QUANTUM POSSIBILITIES

One of the most interesting boats that I have tested this year is no doubt the new multipurpose Quantum Cat Mirage range, manufactured by Quantum Cat Marine on the Sunshine Coast. So, what makes these boats so interesting? Well firstly, they are a small cat hull at 4.8m with a single outboard installation, and that’s a rare find nowadays. Secondly, the hulls are manufactured out of Evolve Polyethylene, something most boaters classify as plastic, or as a poly hull, and thirdly, they have incorporated an ally floor system into the boat, and that’s a game changer in a number of aspects. Aside from sporting interesting and modern aesthetics, the little Quantum Cats are designed to be bullet proof, suit multipurpose boating, or even be a great tender to a big…

QUANTUM POSSIBILITIES

Facts & Figures

Quantum Cat Mirage 480 Open Classic PRICE AS TESTED $31,995 OPTIONS FITTED Yamaha 40hp, deluxe seats x4, bimini top, bait tanks x2. PRICED FROM $29,500 includes magnum aluminium braked trailer and Yamaha 40hp. GENERAL TYPE Catamaran/multipurpose MATERIAL Evolve polyethylene LENGTH 4.8m (15ft 9in) BEAM 2.05m (6ft 9in) WEIGHT 780kg including trailer & motor DEADRISE Variable CAPACITIES PEOPLE 6 BERTHS 0 REC. HP 40–60hp MAX. HP 60 FUEL 25–50L portable tanks WATER RAW NA WATER FRESH NA ENGINE MAKE/MODEL Yamaha F40LA TYPE 4-Stroke, SOHC In-line 3 WEIGHT 98KG (L) DISPLACEMENT 747cc GEAR RATIO 2.00:1 PROPELLER 11x11 CUDDY CAB MODEL AVAILABLE: BMT from $37,990 MANUFACTURED BY Quantum Cat Marine PTY LTD SUPPLIED BY Quantum Cat Marine PTY LTD 101 Enterprise St, Kunda Park, QLD 4556 P 07 5456 4292 E sales@quantumcat.com.au W…

Facts & Figures

Quantum Cat Mirage 480 — Centre Console PRICE AS TESTED $39,000 OPTIONS FITTED 70hp Yamaha 4 stroke, live bait tanks, T-top, 3 x deluxe seats, extended casting deck. PRICED FROM $33,790, includes Magnum aluminium braked trailer and Yamaha 60hp 4-stroke. GENERAL TYPE Catamaran/multipurpose MATERIAL Evolve Polyethylene LENGTH 4.8m (15ft 9in) BEAM 2.05m (6ft 9in) WEIGHT BOAT 830kg, including trailer & motor DEADRISE Variable CAPACITIES PEOPLE 6 REC. HP 60–70hp MAX. HP 70 FUEL 25–50L portable tanks WATER RAW N/A WATER FRESH N/A ENGINE MAKE/MODELYamaha FL70Hp TYPE 4-Stroke, 16 Valve SOHC In-line 4 Cylinder WEIGHT 119kg DISPLACEMENT 996cc GEAR RATIO 2.33:1 PROPELLER 13in x 14in MANUFACTURED BY Quantum Cat Marine PTY LTD SUPPLIED BY Quantum Cat Marine PTY LTD 101 Enterprise St, Kunda Park, QLD 4556 P 07 5456 4292 E sales@quantumcat.com.au W quantumcat.com.au…

About the Author

Kevin Smith grew up fishing and boating on the waterways of Zimbabwe, fighting off crocodiles, hippos and lions in his spare time, before venturing to South Africa. Much to his parents’ disgust, after graduating Kevin started work as a diving instructor and commercial coxswain. Sometime during the 19 years he spent doing this, Kevin also started working as a journo, testing offshore trailer boats and writing fishing articles. Thanks to his father being an Aussie, 2008 saw a permanent move to Australia, where Kevin spent more of his time fishing and camping with his family. The oldest of Kevin’s kids shares his boating and fishing addiction, the middle is only interested in diving, or if fishing is guaranteed, the youngest would rather spend his time playing Fortnite, and his gem…

About the Author

SURVIVE YOUR BOATING IN THE SUN

Long before Australia’s Slip, Slop, Slap campaign, the post-WWII generations of Baby Boomer and Gen X kids grew up with new freedoms and technologies that made for an idyllic lifestyle of boating, surfing, and fishing. By the 1980s boating had become easy and affordable for millions of Aussies, with trailerboats and reliable outboard motors giving access to our abundant coastal and inland waterways. Sadly, we did not know then what we know now — namely that millions from these generations have now died specifically due to their carefree ‘Bronzed Aussie’ lifestyle. For those of us still around, many surgeries and life-threatening consequences lie in the years ahead. To many of us, tanned skin is considered attractive and a sign of good health and fitness, but there is no such thing…

SURVIVE YOUR BOATING IN THE SUN

With its world debut at the 2021 Cannes Yachting Festival, Sirena Yachts unveiled its new yacht, the Sirena 68. With various accommodation layouts available and a wide range of colour pallet customisation options available, owners can tailor the 21 metre flybridge to match their needs and tastes. The new addition is Sirena listening to the feedback of customers to stay in line with the top yachting manufacturers around the world. Sirena’s Chief Commercial Officer, Ali Onger, said the Sirena 68’s specialty starts with the details and brings together all the qualities experienced cruisers would seek in a new yacht. “When each person steps aboard, their eyes come to rest on a facet or a fabric, an accent or an angle, some hint that lets them know they’re welcome in a…

JEWEL OF THE CAPRICORN COAST

The delightful holiday resort of Yeppoon lies just north of the Tropic of Capricorn, overlooking the glittering waters of Keppel Bay. It is the principal town and service centre of the Capricorn Coast, 700km north of Brisbane and 25 minutes by car from Rockhampton. The town centre comprises a mix of restaurants, tourist accommodation, shops and galleries along a picturesque waterfront esplanade developed with parkland, recreation spaces and a Bali-style swimming pool complex. THE CAPRICORN COAST The Capricorn Coast is that part of the Central Queensland coastline stretching for about 75km from the mouth of Water Park Creek on Corio Bay in the north to Thompson Point on the mouth of the Fitzroy River in the south. It embraces a dozen small townships with a combined population of around 12,000,…

JEWEL OF THE CAPRICORN COAST

CAPRICORN COAST INFORMATION CENTRE Ross Creek Roundabout, Scenic Highway, Yeppoon P (07) 4939 4888 or 1800 675 785 E yeppoon@capricorntourism.com.au W capricornholidays.com.au (external link) GREAT BARRIER REEF MARINE PARK AUTHORITY P 1800 990 177 W gbrmpa.gov.au QLD FISHERIES, YEPPOON Rosslyn Bay Boat Harbour P (07) 4933 6404 or 13 25 23 (for fishing regulations) W daff.qld.gov.au AUSTRALIAN VOLUNTEER COASTGUARD Yeppoon Flotilla QF11 Rosslyn Bay Harbour P (07) 4933 6600 VHF 27MHz, Ch.16 Call sign VMR 411 KEPPEL BAY MARINA Rosslyn Bay Harbour P (07) 4933 6244 (main office) E info@keppelbaymarina.com.au W keppelbaymarina.com.au M 0438 336 244 (boat yard) E boatyard@keppelbaymarina.com.au…

THE WIDE, WIDE SEA

Improving layout solutions for families out at sea is what has shaped the design of this yacht, with its low-slung exterior lines and sleek, simple, and clean styling. The vessel exudes grace despite its size, which is not so large that it can’t moor in picturesque locations, but with its beam widened to 11 metres, families on board can experience Nauta’s innovative arrangement styles. The motoryacht is solid and well-built, being constructed from steel and aluminium, and will give owners plenty of reassurance of being safe within. The interior layout makes the Nauta 54 different from other vessels thanks to the sheer amount of well-thought out space for passengers to enjoy. One of Nauta’s patented innovations that also features on the yacht is ‘The Island’ system of folding platforms, giving…

THE WIDE, WIDE SEA

HAVE A BOATING CHRISTMAS

TURTLE PAC SUPER DECK Looking for a practical gift to extend your next trip on a boat, yacht or even in your 4WD? The SUPER DECK 50 is a marine fuel diesel tank that is a proven, practical, and tough solution that will fit into the smallest of corners. Also popular are the bigger solutions. The SD 50 costs $382, the SD 100 $433, while the SD150 is $535, and this is inclusive of FedEx to most countries. Need a bigger tank? No worries. Turtle Pac is an Australian manufacturer that makes collapsible tanks from 50 litres to 20,000 litres to hold water, fuels, and chemicals. The tank can be of standard or custom design, and the volume and weight can be broken up depending on the size of the…

HAVE A BOATING CHRISTMAS

Some boats you just get straight away. This was the case with the first Fleming yacht I reviewed some years ago because I could quickly see a vessel without pretensions and ready to take you anywhere. Its classic nautical style immediately put me at ease, and the roomy surroundings were a place where I could happily find myself at home for endless days on board. The 58 on review here gave me the same feeling. Launched in 2019, the boat is equipped with an extended inventory of options that take it above the already impressive standard level of fitout. And with only 220 hours on the twin MAN engines, its had an easy life. Malou has spent most of lockdown cruising the quiet waters at Pittwater. When I stepped aboard…

Facts & Figures

PRICE $5.95m OPTIONS FITTED • Twin Disc EJS & EPS system• FRP ‘Burwood’ Caprails, not teak• Hardtop with 680W solar system• Boat deck extension• CCTV System with four pan/tilt/zoom cameras controlled by Boning System, & docking cameras• iPad integration for Boning System• Engine room aircon• Victron 5000 inverter charger• House battery bank 800Ah 24V• Sonos stereo system with Fusion (AM/FM, CD & DAB+) in the pilothouse with line into Sonos• Foxtel/Apple TV in master, port cabins & Salon (Blu-ray player)• Cellular Internet and Wi-Fi• Full Raymarine navigation package• 1850 GPD FCI water maker• Second 45kg Ultra anchor with 300ft s/s chain• Moulded cockpit to flybridge stairs with storage for four deck chairs• ½in acrylic side deck wing doors, s/s frame and hardware with etched ‘F’ logo• Flybridge BBQ, sink and…

SAMARITANS AT SEA

A TIME-HONOURED RIGHT The international Law of the Sea imposes a duty on all vessels to render assistance to any person found at sea in danger of being lost. While there is no comparable obligation to try to salve a vessel in distress, it has been a fundamental principle of maritime law for over 3000 years to reward a volunteer who successfully rescues another person’s ship or cargo. The traditional concept of salvage involved the rescue of property from wrecked ships, including flotsam, jetsam and lagan. Alongside the development of a commercial salvage industry during the 20th century, the modern law of salvage has undergone significant refinement and is now enshrined in the International Convention on Salvage (1989). INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON SALVAGE (1989) The Salvage Convention came into force on…

SAMARITANS AT SEA

HITTING THE WATER

In the trailer-boat world, anyone that knows anything about boats most certainly knows the Haines Hunter brand name. Luckily for me, I have a local dealer up the road (Marine Care Queensland) that’s now distributing them. So, that means I get to hustle tests away from the southerner journos and put the boats through their paces in a real state, the state where everybody now wants to live — Queensland. Now, unlike the normal high-end and big dollar boats we test, one of the little Haines Hunter 520R runabouts with a Yamaha Vmax 115hp caught my eye recently. At 5.2m in length, weighing in at just over 1 tonne loaded and priced around the $60k mark, it could suit as an ideal upgrade for small families, or even the ideal…

HITTING THE WATER

Haines Hunter 520R, 1, S/S 13 ¾ x 15, 90L RPM KM KNOTS FUEL BURN L/HR ECONOMY NM/L RANGE 1000 7 3.78 2.3 1.64 147.90 1500 10 5.40 3.5 1.54 138.85 2000 12 6.48 5.4 1.20 107.99 2500 16 8.64 7.7 1.12 100.98 3000 26 14.04 9.6 1.46 131.61 3500 36 19.44 11.4 1.71 153.46 4000 45 24.30 14.8 1.64 147.76 4500 51 27.54 18.7 1.47 132.53 5000 59 31.86 23 1.39 124.66 5500 65 35.10 31 1.13 101.90 6000 70 37.80 37.4 1.01 90.96 6400 74 39.96 43.2 0.92 83.24 Range calculated leaving 10 per cent fuel in reserve *Sea-trial data supplied by the author.…

Facts & Figures

MAKE & MODEL Haines Hunter 520R PRICE AS TESTED $62,390, including registration, safety kit, anchor OPTIONS FITTED Oceanic ELS Trailer, Yamaha VF115LA, Digital LAN Gauges, Side Remote Control, Boarding Platform x 2, Colour – Two Tone Deck, Padded Coamings, Bimini, Lowrance Hook 5 Sounder PRICED FROM $56,290 GENERAL TYPE Runabout MATERIAL GRP LENGTH 5.2m (17ft 1in) BEAM 2.1m (6ft 11in) WEIGHT 560kg (Boat Only) DEADRISE 21° CAPACITIES PEOPLE 5 BERTHS N/A REC. HP 115hp MAX. HP 130hp FUEL 90L ENGINE MAKE/MODEL Yamaha VF115LA TYPE 4-Stroke, 16 Valve DOHC Direct Action In-line 4 WEIGHT 171kg DISPLACEMENT 1832cc GEAR RATIO 2.15: 1 PROPELLER S/S 13¾ x 15 MANUFACTURED BY/ Haines Hunter SUPPLIED BY Marine Care Qld 30 Gordon Rd Redland Bay Qld 4165 enquiries@marinecareqld.com PH 07 3186 5270 W marinecareqld.com…

Talking torque with ANDREW NORTON

IMPROVING EFFICIENCY Easier planing equals improved fuel efficiency In my opinion, there are few aspects of power boating worse than an underpowered planing hull. Having a hull plane in the maximum torque band of an engine or engines delivers way better fuel economy than a hull that can barely get out of the hole. The Mariner 31 is a perfect example of this. As standard, this fly bridge cruiser was powered by twin 5.7-litre MerCruiser petrol V8 inboard which initially developed 255bhp (later upgraded to 260). Complete with hydraulic gearbox, these engines weighed 400kg each. But the most common diesel option was twin indirect injection 3.59L Volvo Penta TMD40 straight sixes, which developed a mere 130 metric horsepower in turbocharged form or 165 MHP with an inter cooler. Engine weight…

Talking torque with ANDREW NORTON

As the T6.300 has mechanical engine control, it should not be run continuously below 2000rpm or possible cylinder bore glazing may result from excessive fuel delivery. I recommend maximum cruising rpm of 2800 to 3000 though WOT operation for up to 30 minutes at a time which would rid the sump oil of any possible condensation by raising engine temperature levels. The engines should be propped to reach 3700rpm under normal hull loading to allow for hull and prop fouling between haul-outs. Note: Because the above prop outputs are based on displacement hull curves fuel flow may be higher between 2000 and 2400rpm when coming onto the plane. Based on an estimation of 17kt cruising at 2400rpm, the combined fuel flow for both engines should be around 44L/h. This is…

NEW MACKAY OPERATION SET FOR CHRISTMAS

Multi-national award-winning company, Red Cat Adventures, has confirmed that it will begin operating its new ‘Wildcat’ tour out of Mackay, Queensland by Christmas 2021. Company Directors Asher and Julie Telford said they were excited to be expanding their brand into Mackay. “Our brand new ‘Wildcat’ catamaran is going to provide locals and tourists with a ‘Pure Escape’ experience out to some of the unique, pristine islands off the Mackay coast in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park,” Julie Telford said. “Guests will get to discover untouched beaches at a variety of locations to suit the winds and tides of the day; snorkel at coralen-crusted reefs and swim with diverse marine life — all while fully catered and crewed on our newly built custom-designed catamaran.” Being constructed by Lumark at Gold…

NEW MACKAY OPERATION SET FOR CHRISTMAS

Wärtsilä’s engines for new Spirits

Finnish-based Wärtsilä has confirmed it will supply the engines and fuel gas supply systems for two new Ro-Pax ferries being built by Rauma Marine Constructions (RMC) for Tasmania’s TT-Line Company. TT-Line’s current ships — Spirit of Tasmania I and Spirit of Tasmania II — both operate with Wärtsilä diesel engines. The two new 212m long vessels will be powered with LNG fuel to lessen their environmental impact. “Since 2002, when the current vessels were inducted into our fleet, the Wärtsilä engines have delivered both performance and reliability backed by strong service and technical support,” said Bernard Dwyer, Chief Executive Officer of TT-Line. “Keeping in mind the IMO’s stringent emission targets for the future, TT Line has opted for LNG fuelled ferries. Wärtsilä’s depth of experience and broad portfolio of LNG-fuel…

Chinese-built GMD pilot boat for Dampier

One of the most recent Global Marine Design (GMD) vessels to enter service in Australia is a multi-role pilot boat. Wanbangu is a 19m long, 6.0m beam, aluminium monohull designed to NSCV 2B survey requirement. GMD says it was designed from the keel up by GMD and launched earlier in 2021 for Auriga Pilots. The design was finalised in July 2019, and the boat was built in China prior to being shipped to Fremantle, arriving mid year, and now operates out of the port of Dampier in Western Australia. According to GMD, the hull is soft riding and exhibits exceptionally clean and dry running, with a sprint speed of 30kt and comfortable cruise speed of 25kt. GMD says the vessel is good for operations up to sea state 7. Power…

Chinese-built GMD pilot boat for Dampier

Austal to build 66m ferry for French Polynesia

Austal has been awarded a €20.5 million (approximately A$32.8 million) contract to design and build a 66m high-speed catamaran ferry for The Degage Group of French Polynesia. The vessel is being built at Austal Vietnam, with a scheduled delivery in the first half of 2023. Austal Limited Chief Executive Officer Paddy Gregg said the new contract from repeat customer, The Degage Group, was a strong indication of their satisfaction with Austal’s innovative commercial ferry designs. “Over the past two decades, The Degage Group has trusted Austal to design and construct five ships for their growing maritime and tourism operations in French Polynesia, and we’re delighted they have again chosen Austal to develop their latest high-speed ferry,” Gregg said. “This contract is a clear demonstration of confidence in our Vietnam shipyard,…

Austal to build 66m ferry for French Polynesia

Gyro success off WA coast

Perth-based company, VEEM, has reported on the successful completion of sea trials and commissioning of the third installation of a VG520/1000SD VEEM Marine gyrostabilizer. The gyrostabilizer is installed on the M/Y Umbra, a 60m Damen built, YS 5009 exploration yacht operating in Australian waters. During sea trials, roll motion data was recorded with ‘exceptional’ roll reduction results. VEEM reports that the client representatives and crew on board during the sea trials were very impressed with the reduction in vessel rolling and subsequent rapid improvement to comfort when the VEEM Gyro was turned on. “I was very surprised with how well it worked and how instantly it worked. From being on the vessel for three years, this has made a major improvement to the vessel,” said the vessel’s captain, Braeden Carruthers.…

Gyro success off WA coast

WESTERN GAS SECURES EXPLORATION DRILLING FUNDING

Western Gas, a Western Australian company that was established to develop the Equus Gas Project offshore Western Australia, has reached agreement with Global Oil and Gas Limited to fund 50 per cent of the drilling costs for the Sasanof-1 exploration well. The Sasanof-1 exploration well is in WA-519-P in Commonwealth waters about 207km north-west of Onslow, and is scheduled to drill in Q1 2022. The agreement will see GLV fund 50 per cent of the cost of drilling the Sasanof-1 exploration well through a 25 per cent acquisition of Western Gas (519 P) Pty Ltd, the licence holder for WA-519-P. Western Gas has secured the rig Valaris MS-1 to drill the well. Drilling will commence at the earliest in mid-February 2022, subject to approvals, with an estimated total campaign duration of…

MMA picks up new contracts

Perth-headquartered offshore vessel operator MMA Offshore has announced two new contracts. The company announces its 87.8m multipurpose platform supply vessel (MPSV) MMA Prestige had been engaged with US-based Resolve Marine Group to assist salvage operations off the coast of Sri Lanka. Beginning in late October, MMA Prestige took on the role of the primary support vessel for the subsea clearance of a number of containers involved in a loss incident during June 2021. MMA has also been awarded a contract with Oil Search Limited for the provision of diving inspection services. The company said the works will leverage the successful working relationship between MMA Offshore and Oil Search, having previously conducted similar campaigns together in Papua New Guinea. Combining the technical expertise of MMA’s vessel and subsea service offerings, its…

MMA picks up new contracts

NEW PARKS VESSEL ON MACQUARIE HARBOUR

The Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service (PWS) is now operating an new work vessel. Named Yula, which is the Tasmanian Aboriginal word for shearwater, or moonbird, the 8m fibreglass catamaran provides the ability to operate in adverse weather conditions within Macquarie Harbour and on the Gordon River on the West Coast. It replaces the previous PWS vessel, Shearwater. The contract to build the vessel was awarded to Noose Cat Australia in May 2020 and valued at just over $310,000. Built to NSCV 2C and 2D survey for 10 persons, Yula is a Noosa Cat 3000 Patrol with Long Cabin configuration. Its builder says the 3000 Series ‘raised the bar’ compared to its 2700 Noosa Cat Series. With a hull length of 7.9m it has the same overall beam (2.5m) as…

NEW PARKS VESSEL ON MACQUARIE HARBOUR

Pilotage operators join forces

Brisbane Marine Pilots (BMP) and Auriga Group have joined forces, signalling what they say will be the start of a new marine pilotage offering in Australia — “one that enjoys an economy of scale, ensuring efficiency, while protecting the benefits offered by a responsive, locally embedded and community focused delivery methodology.” Together, BMP and Auriga now directly employs more than 100 qualified and fully licensed marine pilots across 14 Australian ports/routes and performs more than 25,000 marine pilotage operations annually. “We will quietly and confidently get on with the job of keeping port and shipping needs safely on track for the benefit of ship owners, port operators, regulatory authorities and the Australian community,” said BMP’s Managing Director, Geoffrey Dawson. “BMP has historically worked with industry on many fronts to maintain…

KOTUG AND AMC SEARCH SIGN MOU

KOTUG Training & Consultancy, the training and consultancy division of tug owner KOTUG – and AMC Search, the training and consultancy division of the Australian Maritime College (AMC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a long-term strategic partnership. The MoU encompasses exclusive training of (tug) Masters, ships crews and Pilots in Australia by certified KOTUG trainers at AMC’s training facilities in Launceston, Tasmania. The organisations said that in response to increasing demand for qualified maritime professionals, AMC Search is seeking ways to increase its capabilities whilst maintaining its best-in-class training, for which the organisation is renowned. As the only ISO 9001 certified tug training company in the world, KOTUG fulfills this requirement by offering first-class trainers and training materials. KOTUG and AMC Search said joint Pilot Tug…

Floating hotel to support INPEX

Floatel International has been awarded a contract by INPEX Operations Australia for its Floatel Triumph to provide accommodation and related services at the Ichthys field in the Timor Sea. The charter will commence mid-2022 and will last for up to approximately two months. It is anticipated the work will involve some 40 to 55 Australian offshore positions in locally provided marine crew and catering services during the execution of the work. Floatel Triumph is a 125m by 80m semi-submersible accommodation and construction support vessel (floatel) designed for worldwide operation. Built by Keppel in Singapore, the five-year-old vessel was designed to meet demanding regulatory requirements and is equipped with the latest Kongsberg Dynamic Positioning System, certified to DP3 class. Floatel Triumph accommodates 500 people in 102 single berth and 199 two-berth cabins and has…

Floating hotel to support INPEX

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