Australian Commercial Marine Group

Young Professionals Lunch
2025-05-23 12:00 - 15:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Sanctuary Cove Marina, Hope Island, Queensland, Australia
The Young Professionals Lunch is a dedicated networking event for under 35’s who are emerging leaders within the marine industry or those who would like to extend their networks.
Presented in partnership with Rivergate Marina & Shipyard and returning for its second year, the lunch features guest speakers sharing insights across marketing, media and shipyard operations.
This year’s lunch will offer the rare opportunity to listen live to Ben Taylor, host of The Ben Taylor Podcast. A regular fixture interviewing marine industry professionals at Boat Shows around the world, Ben is a renowned global marketing strategist and host of a podcast focused on the leisure marine and yachting industry.
In addition, attendees will listen to insights from George Bains, Director of Impacto Creative, a production company focused on purpose-driven storytelling, specialising in documentary-style content for the yachting and sports sectors.
Along with Angus Paterson, Project Manager at Rivergate for the past 10 years, who has overseen a range of successful refits from smaller tenders to large international superyachts over 80m in length.
We invite you to join us for lunch, drinks and enjoy listening to how these young marine industry professionals have succeeded in their chosen careers.
EVENT DETAILS
When: Friday 23rd May (during SCIBS)
Time: 12:00pm – 2:30pm
Where: AIMEX Garden (accessed via the main pavilion)
Tickets: Purchase below for $99 each (including GST) – and include a day pass to SCIBS, lunch and drinks.
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Australian Commercial Marine Conference 2025
2025-07-31 09:00 - 17:30 | Sydney, Australia
The Australian Commercial Marine Conference is the leading forum for Australia’s commercial marine industry, bringing together vessel operators, owners, key stakeholders and industry leaders from across the country. Featuring keynote speakers, dynamic panel discussions and thought-provoking debates, the conference also offers outstanding opportunities for networking, business development and industry collaboration.
The Australian Commercial Marine Group is pleased to present the second annual Australian Commercial Marine Conference. This Conference is a must-attend fixture for the Australian commercial marine industry bringing valuable insights and information to commercial operators.
Date: Thursday 31 July, 2025
Time: Conference & Expo – 9:00am – 5:00pm,
Networking Drinks – 5:00pm – 8:00pm
Location: Onboard M/V Starship Sydney at King Street Wharf, Darling Harbour – the vessel will be located at the dock for the duration of the event.
Program: Informative presentations, insightful Q&A sessions and valuable networking opportunities throughout the day will explore the latest developments and challenges in the commercial marine industry, fostering collaboration and industry growth.
Exhibition: An exhibition area will be a new addition to the 2025 Conference.
Who Should Attend: Commercial vessel operators and commercial marine industry members.
Registration: Includes morning coffee, lunch, afternoon tea and post-conference drinks.

ACMG Local Members
1 FREE Registration

ACMG Corporate Members
4 FREE Registrations

Non-members & Additional Registrations
$450+GST

Post Conference Networking Event: Following the conference, all AIMEX, Superyacht Australia and ACMG members are invited to join the Sydney Networking Drinks.

REGISTER TO ATTEND THE 2025 CONFERENCE

Sponsorship and Exhibition opportunities are available, please contact Sam – srouhan@aimex.asn.au
If you have any questions regarding the conference, please contact Sahara –saharatc@aimex.asn.au

Interferry Conference
2025-10-04 - 2025-10-08 | Sorrento, Italy, Italy
Interferry is a highly respected global association with more than 270 member companies representing more than 1,000 individuals from over 40 countries. With a laser-like focus on the safety and security of passengers, crew, cargo and ships, InterFerry ensures that fair and equitable regulations exist for the ferry industry, including free, fair and open competition, as well as the protection of the environment.

Explore the event – www.interferryconference.com
If you are interested in attending, please contact the show directly.

Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show
2025-10-29 - 2025-11-02 | Fort Lauderdale
The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) is recognised as the largest in-water boat show in the world, spanning nearly 90 acres across three million square feet of exhibit space that is connected by an intricate network of water and ground transportation services. The five-day show attracts over 100,000 attendees and 1,000 exhibitors representing 52 countries, with more than 1,300 boats on display in 2022.
Explore the event – www.flibs.com/en/home.html
If you are interested in attending, please contact our Event Manager, Sahara – saharatc@aimex.asn.au

Indo Pacific Expo 2025
2025-11-04 | International Convention Centre, Sydney, Australia
The INDO PACIFIC International Maritime Exposition is the region’s premier commercial maritime and naval defence exposition, connecting Australian and international defence, industry, government, academia and technology leaders, in the national interest.
The three-day event is a platform for engagement and incorporates an international industry exhibition, specialist conference program featuring presentations and symposia from leading maritime institutions and networking opportunities.
INDO PACIFIC is strongly supported by the Royal Australian Navy, Australian Government Department of Defence and the New South Wales State Government.
INDO PACIFIC 2025 will be held 4 – 6 November 2025 at the International Convention Centre, Sydney.
Explore the show – Home | Indo Pacific International Maritime Exposition

Metstrade
2025-11-18 - 2025-11-20 | Rai Amsterdam Exhibition and Convention Centre, Europaplein 24, 1078 GZ, Amsterdam, Netherlands
The Metstrade Show is the world’s largest trade exhibition of marine equipment, materials and systems. Metstrade cater for three specialist sectors, namely Superyachts, Marinas and Yards and Construction materials, showcased through three specialised pavilions, each offering a smaller self-contained show within the larger Metstrade Show context.
Explore the show – www.metstrade.com
If you are interested in attending, please contact our Event Manager, Sahara – saharatc@aimex.asn.au

International WorkBoat Show
2025-12-03 - 2025-12-05 | New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Centre, 900 Convention Center Blvd, New Orleans, LA, 70130, United States
Produced by the same team as WorkBoat Magazine and WorkBoat.com, The International WorkBoat Show is a trade-only conference and expo for commercial vessel owners, operators and builders as well as the vendors and suppliers that serve them.
Explore the show – www.workboatshow.com
If you are interested in attending, please contact our Event Manager, Sahara – saharatc@aimex.asn.au

New Years Eve 2025 Sydney Harbour Lights Parade
2025-12-31 | Sydney Harbour
Expressions of Interest have now closed 2025 Sydney Harbour Lights Parade.
WHY JOIN THE NEW YEARS EVE SYDNEY HARBOUR LIGHTS PARADE
Participation in the NYE Sydney Harbour Lights Parade secures a prime position along the rim of the exclusion zone for the 9:00pm and 12:00am fireworks. Between the two firework shows, vessels will join in the Sydney Harbour Lights Parade offering access to the sought after exclusion zone, cruising within Sydney Harbour and under the Harbour Bridge.
Successful applicants will be notified early October.

2025 PRICING:

Membership
Non-Member
ACMG Business
ACMG Corporate

Pricing per Survey Pax
$17.50
$11
$8

*All prices are ex GST with a minimum fee of $250

This year we are expecting an oversubscription of vessels. Applications will be prioritised based on previous participation in the event, ACMG Membership status, increased investment in your vessel lighting and support of other ACMG events.
ITINERARY

Collect passengers at approximately 7:00pm – own wharf bookings need to be made via Transport for NSW Wharf Booking System
Secure your prime location for the 9:00pm fireworks
Join in the Sydney Harbour Lights Parade within the exclusion zone, cruising Sydney Harbour
Secure your prime location for the 12:00am fireworks

If you have any questions please contact Maddie Spencer at mspencer@aimex.asn.au.

Asia Pacific Maritime (APM)
2026-03-25 - 2026-03-27 | Marina Bay Sands, Singapore
APM is the premier exhibition and conference in Asia showcasing a complete overview of the vessel sectors services and solutions, technology, vessel equipment, supplies and many more.
This event is held in Singapore every two years.
Find more information here: www.apmaritime.com
