Pacific PowerBoat Magazine

Pacific PowerBoat is a bi-monthly magazine targeting powerboats from 3m to 30 metres, from trailerboats to motor yachts and cruisers. This high gloss publication features boat reviews, new products, destinations and technical articles – all 100% power boat focused. Each issue includes a second stand-alone magazine, targeting a specific sector of the marine market. Pacific PowerBoat + Alloy Boat Magazine appears three times a year, Pacific PowerBoat + Pacific PassageMaker Annual, Pacific PowerBoat + RIB Annual, Pacific PowerBoat + PWC Annual

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Pacific PowerBoat Magazine

ON DECK AT THE MAY 2025 BOAT SHOWS…

SURTEES 770 PREMIUM GAME FISHER • Surtees Boats, renowned for quality and innovation in aluminium fishing boat design, proudly announces the launch of its new Premium Game Fisher range, a bold evolution of the iconic Game Fisher series. Tailored for serious offshore anglers who demand nothing but the best, this latest range builds on Surtees’ legacy of strength, stability, and performance that has defined the brand for over three decades.

CL YACHTS UNVEILS SPORTY NEW CLB65 SUV • Following its Asia-Pacific debut in Hong Kong and appearances in Australia and the US, CL Yachts has unveiled its latest concept: CLB65 SUV. Showcased at the 2025 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, the new model strengthens the brand’s growing presence in the Australian market.

IT’S A WRAP! • RECORDS SMASHED AT OFFICIALLY THE LARGEST EVER SANCTUARY COVE INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW THE HUTCHWILCO NZ BOAT SHOW RAISED THE BAR AGAIN BIGGER, BOLDER, AND MORE IMMERSIVE THAN EVER BEFORE

RIVIERA SHINES AT SANCTUARY COVE 2025 • Riviera, one of Australia’s leading luxury motor yacht builder, delivered its largest and most spectacular showcase to date at the 2025 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, set against Queensland’s idyllic weather. The display featured 12 exceptional motor yachts ranging from 43 to 78 feet, representing the Motor Yacht, Sports Motor Yacht, Sport Yacht Platinum Edition, and SUV collections.

TWO GLOBAL LAUNCHES FROM MARITIMO AT SCIBS • A brand defined by its relentless pursuit of perfection, Maritimo has further evolved its acclaimed M and S Series motor yachts.

LEIGH-SMITH YACHTS CELEBRATES 60 YEARS AT SCIBS 2025 • A foundation exhibitor since the inaugural Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show in 1989, the Leigh-Smith family is acknowledged among Australia’s pioneers in boat sales and marina development. The Leigh-Smith family has sold boats for 60 years.

NZ MARINE INDUSTRY CELEBRATES 60 YEARS OF INNOVATION AND LEADERSHIP • Their Mission Statement: To grow the NZ marine industry through the profiling and collaboration of member companies, advocacy, industry training and promotion of safe boating as a recreational activity.

2025 INDUCTEES TO THE HUTCHWILCO MARINE INDUSTRY HALL OF FAME • Congratulations to Gerry Gerrand of Buccaneer Boats and Brian Firman of Profile Boats, who were inducted into the Hutchwilco Marine Industry Hall of Fame at the Awards evening, an enjoyable gathering of show exhibitors celebrating the achievements of two new inductees.

PRINCESS WELCOMES TONY JONES • Tony Jones has joined Princess Yachts Australia as Sales Executive, calling it a perfect fit for his career and boating lifestyle. After nearly eight years at Horizon Yacht Australia, he saw the move as a natural progression.

GB MARINE GROUP APPOINTS LYNN FISCHER • Marketing leader Lynn Fischer joins luxury yacht builder GB Marine Group as Global Chief Marketing Officer, supporting a new era of innovation, expansion, and brand growth for Grand Banks and Palm Beach Motor Yachts.

PROPSPEED OFFERS ENHANCED SUPPORT ACROSS NZ APPOINTING NEW FIELD TECHNICIAN • Propspeed are pleased to introduce...