Three years after the Ferrari Hypersail team was formed at the factory, Ferrari has released details of its much-rumoured sailing project. Charlotte Thomas headed to Ferrari HQ at Maranello in Italy for the big reveal. Read the exclusive report, only in Issue 120 of Ocean Magazine. https://oceanmagazine.com.au/current-issue/

Hillary Buckman, Managing Director and Editor in Chief kicks of our new series with Mark Richards, CEO and Founder of Palm Beach Motor Yachts - known by the industry as Ricco. Filmed at Sanctuary Co

The Ocean Team had the privilege to step aboard the Selene 66, Moon Shadow at the 2025 Sanctuary Cove Boat Show. Dive into the Selene 66 Classic Explorer with Terry Goldacre, Moon Shadow’s owner and Director of Selene Yachts Australia. This extension review from Issue 116, published in November 2024, shows the vessel in depth – drilling down into the master craftmanship that all Selene owners know and love. Moon Shadow is packed with custom features, and with its shimmering blue hull and cream superstructure, the oceangoing motor yacht continues to turn heads wherever she roams.

Chris Hrones from Carbon Yachts was one of the only brands at SCIBS taking advantage of the new rules around offering sea trials for the first time. Each day the young crew could be seen taking the foiling Candela C-8 out for a spin, flying up the Coomera River at Sanctuary Cove like a computerised bird with amazed guests on board and watchers eagerly recording from the sidelines. This burst of activity to mark the Queensland debut of the Candela C-8 gave visitors a taste of the mix of activities on offer at Cannes Yachting Festival, where prospective owners and media are invited on irresistible shakedown cruises that really give them something to write home about. We were lucky to climb aboard for a quick look.

During the 2025 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show our Ocean team caught up with Simon Stewart Marketing Manager for Maritimo for a brief look at the fresh release M50 Flybridge Motor Yacht. This was the first time many who had preordered the model were able to climb aboard and check it out. As Simon Stewart explains, this yacht combines luxury and innovation, by drawing on the blueprint of Maritimo’s flagship models to offer owners a luxurious blend of elegance and functionality with class-leading spaces for it's size. This video gives yacht-shoppers a super quick taste of what can be discovered on board. More on Ocean Magazine: https://oceanmagazine.com.au/

Have a thirst for adventure? Keen to feel the rush of travelling at 45 knots on a foiling expedition catamaran? Then it might be time to see why the slick Voodoo XF75 made such an impact at the 2025 Sanctuary Cove international Boat Show. Immensely fast and utterly luxurious, Voodoo Yachts deliver the kind of high-speed vessels that make modern day explorers swoon with desire. Utilising the foil-assisted catamaran hull, the Voodoo XF75 can reach speeds of speeds in excess of 40 knots in a genuine offshore passage, making an impressive range of up to 1200 nautical miles. Climb aboard with us for a peak as Co-Founder and Director at Voodoo Yachts Mitch Pachoud takes us aboard the Voodoo XF75. Helicopter supporting Team Smiley Charity. Video by Roman Liebich. https://voodooyachts.com/

Hans Lo dragged himself away from the permanent nightlife of Hong Kong’s to enjoy a calm four days at the sunny Sanctuary Cove Boat Show.  He spent most of the show inside the enclosed fly bridge of the luxurious CLB65, the baby of the range. Described as contemporary, cool and comfortable the nephew of Cheoy Lee Shipyards Director Martin, was clearly very comfortable on the luxe weekender and could easily see his friends or family heading off for a weekend of yachting on Victoria Harbour. He kindly took a break from showing prospective clients the vessel to give us a mini-tour. With several levels of customisation available in this model the company’s white and orange brand colours could be seen echoed throughout the chic open-plan layout. Wide white oak floorboards, echoed the relaxed interiors of beach resort, contributing a laid back resort feeling to the vessel. And free flowing indoor outdoor format of the yacht was founded on one of the shadiest enclaves of the marina. Sandwiched between between Fleming’s Raby Bay and Selene’s Moodshadow.  Watch Hans Lo, Deputy Director of CL Yachts talk you through the yacht with cinematic shots in the panoramic aft lounge at Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show 2025.

Fleming Yachts present their ultimate cruising yacht, the Fleming 85. Join Duncan and Adi from the shipyard for the first first full length tour of the 85. This enclosed bridge option sees the pilothouse moved to the upper deck where it is fully enclosed and fully-outfitted in true Fleming style. This option allows for more space down below that can be used for flexible dining and entertaining. Videography by ‪@saltydingo‬ Special guest appearance by Daniel Harding

Sanctuary Cove resort became a mecca for the glitterati of the marine and yachting industry to celebrate 20 years of Ocean Media. Iconic New York nightclub Studio54 may’ve been famous for its lavish decor, costumed dancers and discriminating door policy, but Ocean Media went to great lengths to ensure the same hallmarks were carried through its day one gala at the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show. Thank you to our sponsors, partners and suppliers VIP Lounge Partner: Benetti Yachts Elite Partners: Ferretti Group Echo Yachts Burgess Sanlorenzo Ocean Partners: Pantaenius Gold Coast City Marina Studio Partners: Aqualuma BIA CL Yachts Coral Sea Marina Resort DCH Marine Gulf Craft Quality Marine Clothing Rivergate Suppliers: Champagne Partner: Pommery VIP Lounge Furniture: Kave Home Video by Roman Liebich Photography

Ocean Media was thrilled to host guests and partners over the weekend aboard Shore Thing, the recently refit Lloyds 113-foot charter yacht, and sincere thanks go to our host, the vessel’s proud owner. On each massive day, guests were treated to scintillating and close competition among the fleet of F50 foiling cats, warm hospitality on board Shore Thing, magnificent views under dazzling blue skies with a stiff breeze to rev up the racing, and the camaraderie unique to the yachting fraternity.

The annual Ocean Club Owners’ Soirée once again proved why it is one of the most anticipated gatherings on the social calendar for yacht owners and industry leaders. More than 204 guests, clients, and event partners gathered for a night of refined luxury at the perfectly positioned Sala Dining, Jones Bay Wharf, where Sydney’s glittering skyline and the iconic arch of the Harbour Bridge set a breathtaking stage. The night’s entertainment was nothing short of spectacular. Award-winning Australian soprano Phoebe-Celeste Humphreys, a full-time performer with Opera Australia, graced the stage with a captivating performance from Verdi’s La Traviata, filling the harbourfront venue with soaring melodies that left guests spellbound. Thank you to all our sponsors, partners and suppliers who have made this event such an overwhelming success. Elite Sponsors Benetti Yachts Grand Seiko Range Rover Ocean Partners Princess Yachts Australia Gold Coast City Marina & Shipyard Palm Beach Motor Yachts Analu Interiors Suppliers Lallier Champagne Beluga Caviar BM Yachts Shore Thing Charters Campari Sofitel Darling Harbour Videography: Roman Liebich

At the 2024 Sydney International Boat Show, Hillary Buckman, Editor in Chief at Ocean Media, interviewed Adam Waters, MD of DCH Marine, representing Sunseeker and Saxdor. DCH Marine, headquartered in Hong Kong, acquired the exclusive dealership for Sunseeker & Saxdor Yachts in the Asia Pacific Region. dch-marine.com

Pantaenius Australia’s Jamie MacPhail and Michaela Claes shared their insight into insurance, the wide scope of Pantaenius’ expertise and trends in long-range cruising. Long-time supporters of events on the local calendar – from grass roots sailing regattas to Superyacht conferences and showcases – the Pantaenius Australia team is committed to adding value to their customers and the local yachting industry. pantaenius.com/au-en

Paul MacDonald, Founder and Director of McD Yachts, has secured exclusive representation of the Omikron range of motor yachts, made in Greece to impeccable standards. The first model he introduced at SIBS 2024, is the Omikron OT-60, winner of the 2024 European Powerboat of the Year, Long Range Yacht. "The OT-60 is the perfect combination of the quiet, easy-going lifestyle of sailing and the convenience and space of a power yacht, making the journey as enjoyable as the destination with a very low fuel consumption and in total quietness," Paul explained.

Lisa Blair, solo sailor, author, BIA Sustainability Ambassador and climate change warrior, has achieved so much in her sailing career aboard 150-metre yacht, Climate Action Now and through her speaking engagements worldwide. Lisa is the driving force behind Climate Action Now, a project which is designed to focus on actions that can be taken towards solutions, rather than the problem itself. At SIBS 2024, Lisa spoke with Ocean about her objectives in the role of Sustainability Ambassador and her focus on raising awareness of the impact of climate change on our aquatic environment.

Nick Stratton, Vice President Sales for Sanlorenzo Asia, and Jo Howard, appointed as head of Australian operations, reveal the company's plans for expansion in the region following the acquisition of Simpson Marine.

At this year’s Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, Steve Connolly from Nautical Solutions discussed the launch of “Journey 2 Safety”, a 12-step process tailored to vessels and operations to ensure essential risk management.

Aboard the CLB65 making its debut at the 2024 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, Martin Lo - fourth generation of the family who founded Cheoy Lee Yachts - shared with Ocean the company's plans for its new brand, CL Yachts and its suitability for the Australian boating lifestyle.

Ocean sits down with Cooper Chapman, founder and CEO of Chapman full-service yachting agency at the 2024 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show. The wide-ranging discussion covered their areas of expertise, recent refit projects and expansion into Queensland with new premises at The Boat Works.

Ahead of the 2024 edition of the Sapphire Dinner, which will support The Great Barrier Reef Foundation, Lizard Island, One Tree Island Research Stations, Australian Sea Lion Recovery Foundation and Biopixel Foundation’s Project Hammerhead, we review last year's discussion with the Sapphire Project Committee aboard the luxurious charter yacht Mohasuwei on Sydney Harbour.