ASMEX2015 EMPOWERING INDUSTRY WITH STRATEGIES, TACTICS, INFORMATION, OPPORTUNITIES & CONTACTS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE CONFERENCE PROGRAMME

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1 EMPOWERING INDUSTRY WITH STRATEGIES, TACTICS, INFORMATION, OPPORTUNITIES & CONTACTS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE ASMEX2015 THE AUSTRALIAN SUPERYACHT & MARINE EXPORT INDUSTRY CONFERENCE MAY, SANCTUARY COVE, QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA CONFERENCE PROGRAMME

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3 WELCOME MESSAGE AUSTRALIAN SUPERYACHT & MARINE EXPORT CONFERENCE Welcome to the 5th annual ASMEX conference. The purpose and focus for AIMEX & Superyacht Australia in organizing this conference is to provide delegates with an overview of the Australian Marine Industry and to provide our members and other key industry stakeholders in Australia with an update on what is happening in the global marine sector. As a founding member of AIMEX and having been on the board since its inception, I am proud of the conference and its focus on identifying opportunities and ways in which to counteract challenges in what can be a turbulent marine export and superyacht industry. This year s conference programme has been designed to provide relevant, current information for delegates looking at present and future opportunities and what needs to be done to drive more business for Australian companies and how we can more effectively associate and interact with our international partners. AIMEX and Superyacht Australia have organised influential, inspiring and experienced speakers from around the globe. The next two days will include excellent networking opportunities and exceptional social get-togethers in what is truly a conference by the industry, for the industry. I look forward to meeting you during the conference and certainly hope you enjoy Sanctuary Cove and all it has to offer. The AIMEX board, our staff and I will be available during the conference and will be happy to chat regarding any AIMEX or Superyacht Australia activities or assist you in making those introductions that could open up business opportunities. Sincerely, RICHARD CHAPMAN President Australian Marine Export Group AIMEX BOARD OF DIRECTORS Richard Chapman President HyDrive Engineering Pty Ltd Coursemaster Autopilots Pty Ltd Matthew Johnston Vice President Muir Winches Australia Stephen Vincent Treasurer Austral Propellers Murray Owen Superyacht Australia Representative Marine Engineering Consultants Carl Amor Aqualuma LED Lighting Sean Griffin GME Barry Jenkins Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show Alistair Murray Ronstan SUPERYACHT AUSTRALIA DIVISION COMMITTEE Barry Jenkins Chairman Mulpha Sanctuary Cove Pty Ltd Kane Bygrave Aurora Yacht Logistics Pty Ltd Chris Blackwell Marine WA Denis Maher BSE Maritime Solutions Richard Morris NSW Superyacht Industry Association Murray Owen AIMEX Board Representative Marine Engineering Consultants Byron Rabone Rabone Systems Jeremy Spear Spear Green Design Alan Steber Steber International Brett Vorhauer Marine Tech Industries Pty Ltd Andrew Rossi Penske Power Systems Derrick Nowak Awlgrip Steve Fisher Rivergate NETWORKING EVENTS MONDAY 18 MAY Welcome Cocktail Party 6:30pm 8:30pm Black Angus Bar and Grill Sanctuary Cove Village SPONSORED BY TUESDAY 19 MAY ASMEX Conference Gala Dinner 7.15pm 11pm Incorporating the announcement of the 2015 Club Marine, Australian Export and Superyacht Awards, MacArthur s Ballroom, Intercontinental Hotel, Sanctuary Cove SPONSORED BY POST CONFERENCE EVENTS THURSDAY 21 MAY 5:15pm 7:15pm Aurora Global Logistics & AIMEX Networking Function AIMEX & Superyacht Australia Alley Invitation Only (AIMEX & Superyacht Australia Corporate members will receive VIP passes for this event) CONTENTS Mayor of the City of Gold Coast 3 Conference Agenda Overview 4-5 Speaker profiles 7-10 City of Gold Coast Innovation Showcase 13 Awards Overview 14 Sponsors AUSTRALIAN COMMMERCIAL MARINE GROUP COMMITTEE Tommy Ericson Chair Aus Ships Group Alan Steber Steber International Andrew Cannon Rivergate Marina & Shipyard Denis Maher BSE Maritime Solutions Fritz Shoemaker The PFG Group Jeremy Spear Spear Green Design Matthew Johnston Muir Winches Australia Chris Blackwell Evolution Commercial MAY 19-20, SANCTUARY COVE, QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA

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5 MAYOR OF THE CITY OF GOLD COAST HIS WORSHIP CR TOM TATE Welcome to Australia s Gold Coast! The City of Gold Coast is proud to be welcoming high calibre marine industry events, like the Australian Superyacht and Marine Export Conference (ASMEX), in the lead up to the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show. The ASMEX Conference is a great opportunity for businesses to collaborate, network and learn more about the current state of the industry, including opportunities which may be available. The Gold Coast is a fitting location for the ASMEX Conference as we are one of Australia s premier locations for the marine industry. As a coastal city, the Gold Coast is blessed with great weather, long, sandy beaches, great surf breaks and some of the most picturesque waterways in the country. The Gold Coast is also open for business, home to a multi-million dollar marine industry. Despite experiencing some hard times in recent years, the marine industry is resilient and the Gold Coast is proof of that. The city s natural and strategic advantages are further strengthened by our world-class marine precincts, including the Gold Coast Marine Precinct located along the Coomera River that houses the most advanced and highly respected marine industry cluster in the Southern Hemisphere. Our marine experts are driving innovation and advancements within the industry, making our builders some of the best in the world. We have nine luxury marinas in the city, including berthing facilities for yachts of up to 65 metres in length, along with a comprehensive range of boating services, such as provisioning, refuelling and sewerage pump out facilities. Within these luxury marinas, world-class restaurants, internationally renowned retail stores and fashion houses complement the existing marine facilities. Visitors to these marinas are also just a short ride to the city s famous entertainment precinct. The City works extremely hard to support and attract future developments in the marine industry. If you re looking to do business in the city, get in touch with one of our officers who can assist with the appropriate programs and assistance which may be available. I wish the ASMEX Conference organisers and visitors all the best for this year s event and hope you enjoy your visit here on the Gold Coast. TOM TATE Mayor, City of Gold Coast 3 Australian Made MAY 19-20, SANCTUARY COVE, QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA

6 CONFERENCE AGENDA OVERVIEW 4 TUESDAY 19 MAY 2015 DAY 1: 8:30AM 5:30PM Time Topic Speaker 8.30am Guest Arrival & Registration, Tea & Coffee 9.05am 9.15am Welcome & Housekeeping Martin Redmayne Master of Ceremonies Chairman, Editor-in-Chief The Superyacht Report 9.15am 9.25am Official Welcome to ASMEX 2015 Where is the Australian Marine Sector heading? Richard Chapman President, AIMEX 9.25am 9.35am Official Address The Hon. Karen Andrews MP Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Industry & Science 9.35am 9.45am AIMEX CEO Address MaryAnne Edwards 9.45am 10.10am 10.15am 10.50am 10.50am 11.15am 11.15am 11.50pm 11.50pm 12.25pm 12.25pm 1.20pm 1.25pm 2.00pm The Shrinking Planet : Superyacht Economics Analysis and perspectives of superyacht financials, budgets, revenues, ownership structures, cruising habits, service centres and operational expenses around the globe - What does this mean for Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific? Morning Tea Q & A Session: With over 2000 outlets in the Netherlands and Belgium, Belship BV imports and distributes to the marine leisure and commercial maritime industry. In this Q and A session, Jeroen will discuss what the opportunities are for Australia, in the Netherlands and the European market. How do they go about finding new products/suppliers and what do they look for? Doing maritime business in the BAE Systems global supply chain. Doing business in global defence supply chains will provide an overview of BAE Systems globally and domestically. Principles of doing business successfully in BAE Systems global supply chain will be described including timeframes, pitfalls and expectations. Maintaining the competitiveness of the Australian Shipbuilding Industry. What is happening in the Commercial & Defence Marine sectors? Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats. Networking Lunch Foreign Flagged Vessels Chartering Australia Allowing foreign flagged vessels to charter in Australia has long been seen as the biggest barrier to growing the Australian Superyacht industry. This panel will discuss the possible options to address this issue. Martin Redmayne (UK) Chairman, Editor-in-Chief The Superyacht Report Jeroen Jeltes (Netherlands) Owner Belship BV Adam Watson Manager Australian Industry, Global Access Program, BAE Systems Australia Commercial Defence Marine industry stakeholders Panel to be advised 2.00pm 2.20pm The Superyacht Sector in the Asia Pacific - Working Together to Grow Bigger. Andy Treadwell (Singapore) Managing Director Singapore Yacht Show 2.20pm 2.40pm Thailand opportunities and challenges in the marine sector. Ben Giles (Bangkok, Thailand) Trade Commissioner Austrade 2.40pm 3.00pm Q & A Session Asia developing emerging markets for superyacht ownership and operations, and rising demand for marina development in Asia. Arthur Tay (Singapore) Chairman / CEO SUTL Group of Companies 3.00pm 3.20pm Open Forum Discussion Andy Treadwell (Singapore) Ben Giles (Bangkok, Thailand) Arthur Tay (Singapore) 3.20pm pm 3.50pm 4.10pm Afternoon Tea New Zealand Marine Industry overview, the synergies with Australia and where we can work together to drive business down under. Peter Busfield (New Zealand) CEO NZ Marine 4.10pm 4.30pm AMSA Initiatives over the past 12 months. Making things easier for seafarers. Gary Prosser Deputy Chief Executive Officer AMSA THE AUSTRALIAN SUPERYACHT & MARINE EXPORT INDUSTRY CONFERENCE

7 Time Topic Speaker 4.30pm 4.45pm 4.45pm 4.55pm Welcoming wise use protecting the Great Barrier Reef while providing access for superyachts. The power of being Aussie. The value of the Australian advantage in taking products to the world. Sally Harman Planning Manager Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority (GBRMPA) Ian Harrison Chief Executive Australian Made 4.55pm 5.25pm Australia, A unique, attractive destination on so many fronts. Mark Stothard Director Echo Yachts Owner True North & Photographer 5.30pm 7.15pm 11.00pm Day 1 Concludes GALA DINNER incorporating the announcement of the 2015 Club Marine Australian Marine Industry Export & Superyacht Awards WEDNESDAY 20 MAY 2015 DAY 2: 8:30AM 2:30PM Time Topic Speaker 8.30am Guest Arrival - Coffee & Tea 8.45am Welcome & Housekeeping Martin Redmayne MC 8.50am 9.25am 9.25am 10.00am 10.00am 10.20am 10.20am 10.40am 10.40am 11.15am The Royal Huisman story. What is their focus for the business and what has made it successful to date? Royal Huisman s view on the global superyacht market and what opportunities there are for Australia? Marketing for SME s Social media in the digital age. Joe will discuss the rapid changes and exciting opportunities in media and digital marketing. He ll also give you an insight into 3 key strategies to help you drive your brand and sales leads via social and content marketing. Marina infrastructure supporting the superyacht sector in Australia. What makes a successful marine precinct? In a Q & A session, Wesley Moxey will share his view on the current Australian and global market and provide an insight into Riviera Australia s strategy that turned their business around. Morning Tea Alice Huisman (Holland) Managing Director Royal Huisman Joe Sands Managing Director SMART McCann Worldgroup Steve Sammes General Manager Gold Coast City Marina & Shipyard Wesley Moxey Chief Executive Officer Riviera Australia 11.15am 11.30am Accessing finance to grow your business internationally. Cathie Burrows Director, Alliances & Advisors, CME Export Finance and Insurance Corporation (Efic) 11.30am 12.00pm 12.00pm 12.35pm 12.35pm 1.10pm Superyacht Globalisation 74 metres in 74 Days. How Australia has developed a growing Influence on the global superyacht market, including a case study of a major superyacht refit with emphasis on the refinishing of the vessel in an accelerated time frame. The presentation will focus on a variety of key issues including Australian capability, innovation in refit practice, ability to meet budget and timelines, how to manage the crew during the refit. Innovative Thinking to Visionary Management. OceanCo s keys to success in the global superyacht sector. Paris will also talk about the importance of branding and how to successfully market your business to the marine sector. Closing Session Q & A: Mark Richards will share his journey both as the Founder of Palm Beach Motor Yachts and as the CEO of Grand Banks and his views of the Australian market and the global opportunities. Mark will also be sharing a brief insight into skippering Wild Oats XI for the Sydney Hobart Yacht Race and his winning formula of leadership, decision making and team work. Steve Fisher (Rivergate Marina & Shipyard) Peter Luke (Superyacht Solutions) Paris Baloumis (Monaco) Group Marketing Manager OceanCo Mark Richards Founder, Palm Beach Motor Yachts CEO, Grand Banks Yachts & Skipper, Wild Oats XI Sydney to Hobart 1.10pm Closing Remarks for ASMEX Martin Redmayne MC 1.15pm 2.30pm Networking Lunch 5 MAY 19-20, SANCTUARY COVE, QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA

8 Do you own a yacht? Are you intending to travel internationally? If yes, you must register your vessel All Australian owned vessels, regardless of size, travelling to or from a foreign port must be registered on the Australian General Shipping Register. How do you register your vessel? Registration information can be found by selecting Shipping Registration from AMSA s homepage or call

9 SPEAKER PROFILES PARIS BALOUMIS Group Marketing Manager, Oceano OceanCo is a world-leading builder of custom superyachts. Since 2005, Baloumis has held various positions at Oceanco. Prior to being Marketing Manager, he had the dual responsibility of being Manager of Oceanco s Fleet liaising with the captains and crew of all the yachts Oceanco has built since its inception as well as being Public Relations Manager communicating with international press on an ongoing basis. His 10 years of experience at Oceanco have provided Baloumis with a profound insight into the company s DNA. Having been an integral part of the company s growth, Baloumis is well appraised of what makes Oceanco tick where the company is now relative to the marine industry and the world market and where Oceanco is headed in the future. CATHIE BURROWS Director SME, Alliances & Advisors, Export Finance and Insurance Corporation Cathie Burrows is the Director, Alliances & Advisors for EFIC s SME division. She is responsible for developing and implementing strategies on how EFIC works with its government, business and industry partners to ensure these relationships are mutually beneficial and effective. She has a wealth of experience in trade finance, exporting and SME finance, having worked for EFIC for more than 25 years. Cathie has worked closely with a range of EFIC clients to provide them with tailored financial solutions to support their growth aspirations when expanding offshore and winning export contracts. PETER BUSFIELD Executive Director NZ Marine /CEO NZ Marine Export Group Peter has been in his current and senior leadership roles during a period of sustained growth of the NZ marine industry including export growth of 300% over the past 10 years to NZ$800 million and an industry providing total turnover of NZ$1.7 billion. Of recent the NZ Marine Export Group, using Peters marketing skills has established New Zealand as a major superyacht destination and refit hub in the South Pacific. Prior to joining NZ Marine Peter had a background in business and sales management from Fisher & Paykel and was founder of Busfield Marine Ltd, a new boat marketing and brokerage company. STEVEN W. FISHER International Department, Rivergate Marina & Shipyard Steve Fisher manages the International Department at Rivergate Marina and Shipyard in Brisbane, Australia. He graduated in Science from Griffith University (1978) before working in the dredging Industry, the offshore oil and gas Industry and finally the superyacht Industry. He holds commercial marine qualifications as a Captain and qualifications as a Yacht Master Instructor. Mr Fisher served as an Infantry Officer with the 8th Battalion Royal Australian Regiment. He was the former General Manager at Rivergate retiring in 2011, agreeing in late 2011 to return to Rivergate in his current role. He has held Leadership roles in the Marine Industry for 30 years and been involved in the haul out of over 10,000 vessels. 7 BEN GILES Trade Commisioner, Austrade (Bangkok, Thailand) Ben Giles career in international business began in 1993 when he moved to Jakarta to work for an Indonesian law firm as a foreign investment consultant. Upon his return to Australia in 1999, Ben worked in international sales with Sydney manufacturing company Macnaught and successfully completed his MCom in International Business from the University of New South Wales, before joining Austrade in In that time he has had Australian client facing and trade policy roles in Sydney, Jakarta, and Canberra, and commenced his role as Trade Commissioner in Bangkok in May SALLY HARMAN Planning Manager Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority Sally has been with the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority for more than 13 years primarily involved in the development, implementation and compliance of various marine park management strategies. As the Planning Manager in the Great Barrier Reef Operations Branch, she is currently amending the Whitsundays Plan of Management. Sally is passionate about involving users in decision making to implement practical on-ground outcomes that benefit the Great Barrier Reef. MAY 19-20, SANCTUARY COVE, QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA

10 SPEAKER PROFILES (CONT.) IAN HARRISON Chief Executive, Australian Made Campaign Ltd Ian Harrison is Chief Executive of Australian Made Campaign Ltd (AMCL), the not-for-profit organisation that administers and promotes the Australian Made logo. The iconic green-and-gold kangaroo logo is used to help brand AIMEX promotions around the world. Ian joined AMCL in Prior to this, his career involved time in the private sector in his own business and senior executive positions with employer organisations at state and national levels, with a principal focus on policy and economics. During Ian s time with AMCL, the logo has been repositioned clearly as Australia s global product symbol, giving country-of-origin information to consumers, wherever they may be, and providing businesses with a powerful marketing tool to highlight in markets everywhere that their products are Australian. ALICE HUISMAN Managing Director, Royal Huisman Alice Huisman represents the fifth generation of a family-owned yard that began in 1884 by building modest wooden workboats and fishing boats. Today it is recognised as one of the world s pre-eminent custom superyacht builders. The business currently employs 360 highly skilled trades people and technicians. Just one year prior to the death of her father in December 2004 she was appointed Managing Director of Royal Huisman Shipyard and in 2008 she became the first (and remains the only) woman to receive the Superyacht Industry Leadership Award. Alice has nurtured enduring business and success through an unrelenting focus on quality, value, innovation and service. JEROEN JELTES Partner and CEO of Belship BV Belship was established in 1965 and Jeroen Jeltes has been Director and Partner since Belships main activities are import and distribution to the marine leisure as well as commercial maritime industry, with over 2000 outlets in The Netherlands and Belgium. Belship sells to shipyards for boats from 20ft up to large superyachts and commercial vessels, and distributes to retailers. 8 PETER LUKE Owner and Director of Superyacht businesses in Australia, Europe and Asia The timeless values by which Peter Luke lives, and his unquestionable passion for the superyacht industry has seen him involved in the building and refitting of yachts all around the world since the 90 s. In his younger days as a skilled tradesman holding trade certificates in Marine Craft Surface Finishing and French Polishing, then as a trainer carrying a certificate IV diploma in Workplace training and assessment, then as a licensed Coatings Inspector, and now as a Director and Project Manager. WESLEY MOXEY Chief Executive Officer, Riviera Australia Wes Moxey s history with Riviera dates back to the company s formative years in Labrador, which is 15 kilometres south of the current Riviera Coomera manufacturing facility, and the launch of the Riviera 30. Wes joined Riviera in 1982 as a shipwright, just two years after the company was founded in He was later promoted to Production Manager in 1987 and then Managing Director in His extensive marine experience and boat building knowledge fuelled his rise to the challenge of CEO in 2000 where he oversaw the move to the company s 14-hectare state-of-the-art Coomera facility. In 2008 he took a three-year sabbatical from Riviera during which time he developed the Belize Motoryacht line. Wes returned to the Riviera helm in 2012 and under his leadership and guidance, the company is moving forward and gaining further strength and momentum with a dedicated investment into new model development. GARY PROSSER Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Australian Maritime Safety Authority Mr Gary Prosser has over 35 years experience in the maritime industry, coming from a seagoing career serving on Australian ships in both the international and domestic trades. For a number of years Mr Prosser managed offshore supply vessel operations in Australia with Tidewater Port Jackson Marine, prior to taking up the position of General Manager P&O Polar, Australia, managing both Antarctic and Research vessels. Mr Gary Prosser joined the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) in 1997 as Manager Ship Operations and occupied a number of senior management positions within the organisation, culminating in his appointment as Deputy Chief Executive Officer in Whilst employed at AMSA he represented Australia in many International fora and regularly led the Australian delegation to the International Maritime Organisation (IMO). In 2009, Mr Gary Prosser was appointed to the role of IALA Secretary-General headquartered in Paris, France and occupied the position for five years, departing in In 2015, Mr Prosser returned to the role of Deputy Chief Executive Officer. THE AUSTRALIAN SUPERYACHT & MARINE EXPORT INDUSTRY CONFERENCE

11 SPEAKER PROFILES (CONT.) MARTIN REDMAYNE Chairman The Superyacht Report Having graduated in Business Studies and Mathematics back in the early 80s with a love of sailing, Martin joined a 90-foot sailing yacht. This introduction to the world of superyachts lasted no more than a year and after a swift return to London, an interest in the media was fulfilled when a senior position became available at Boat International. Five years later, in 1992, a rash decision was made to fly solo and develop a brand new magazine. The Superyacht Report has now established itself as the authority in the market, with intelligent and informed reporting on all aspects of the superyacht world. With sister magazine titles developed over the years, and the creation of a solid digital portfolio and intelligence division, his company The Superyacht Group is one of the leading information suppliers to the market. Martin has spent time on over 1,500 yachts around the globe, interviewed hundreds of owners, CEOs and designers, providing a rare insight and unrivalled knowledge of the superyacht market. MARK RICHARDS Founder - Palm Beach Motor Yachts, CEO Grand Banks Yachts & Skipper Wild Oats XI Sydney to Hobart Since 2005 the names Wild Oats XI, and Mark Richards, have been synonymous with the famous Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race, one of the world s most challenging and gruelling ocean races. As of 2014, Wild Oats XI, skippered by Mark Richards, has won a record eight Sydney to Hobart races. But, it is not just ocean racing or any other form of sailing that only connects Mark Richards to the marine industry. Richards is the founder of Palm Beach Motor Yachts and in 2014, Grand Banks Yachts Limited acquired a 100% stake in Palm Beach Motor Yacht Co Pty Ltd Australia and has welcomed Mark Richards as the CEO of the enlarged group. Grand Banks Yachts is a global brand well known for its vast experience in manufacturing and selling luxury motor yachts. Palm Beach Motor Yachts is known for its modern technology and impeccable craftsmanship. All yachts are meticulously designed and constructed with cutting edge materials and allows for a full suite of customizable options. STEVE SAMMES General Manager, Gold Coast City Marina, Queensland Steve Sammes has been involved in the marina industry for over twenty five years in Australia. He obtained international industry recognition in 1999, following several years of study, to become designated as a Certified Marina Manager (CMM). He is currently employed in the position of General Manager at the Gold Coast City Marina, Queensland. This facility is Australia s most modern and largest commercial marina and shipyard in the Southern Hemisphere. He was also involved with the construction project, which spanned over three (3) years from This private enterprise now employs over four hundred (400) people within its massive complex area. JOE SANDS Managing Director, SMART McCann Worldgroup McCann Worldgroup Australia was recognised as the most awarded creative advertising company in the world in 2013 and still holds the title of most awarded in Australia. Joe Sands is the Managing Director of SMART, a division of McCann Worldgroup. With over 25 years experience in media, communications and creative advertising, Joe leads a team dedicated to using the world s best practice creative and content strategies and applying them to Australian SME s. 9 MARK STOTHARD Director Echo Yachts, Owner True North & Photographer An aircraft engineer by trade, Mark has founded and been involved in numerous businesses along his 30 year business career. Setting the scene for future businesses and operational standards was Image Boat Builders, Mark founded Image with partner Bill Plug in That company grew to be the third largest aluminium shipbuilder in Australia by 1998, at which time Mark and Bill sold that business to Austal Ships. Mark then founded Skydive Express, based in York in WA, following through with his 20 year passion of Skydiving, then moved on to become a Director and co owner of North Star Cruises Australia. The most recent venture Mark has become involved with is assembling a variety of industry veterans together to form a new company called Echo Yachts. The team at Echo have landed the most impressive superyacht project in Australia s superyacht building history. Now well into the projects, Echo are now reporting having commenced construction of the 84m aluminium Trimaran Superyacht and also the 46m hi tech GRP shadow vessel. MAY 19-20, SANCTUARY COVE, QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA

12 SPEAKER PROFILES (CONT.) ARTHUR TAY Chairman and CEO, SUTL Group of Companies Mr Arthur Tay is Chairman and CEO of the SUTL Group of Companies where he actively oversees core business activities of SUTL in Singapore and throughout Asia. Under Mr Tay s leadership, SUTL has expanded its business focusing on two core business units in the Leisure Lifestyle industry and Consumer Goods, with distribution of fast moving consumer goods to more than 18 countries across Asia. Mr Tay is also the brainchild behind the distinguished ONE 15 Marina Club, four-time winner of Best Asian Marina/Yacht Club of the Year at Asia Boating Awards since its opening in He was instrumental in bringing the Volvo Ocean Race 2008/09 series to Singapore for its first-ever Southeast Asian stopover. The Club hosted the prestigious Clipper Race Round the World 2013/2014. Mr Tay also initiated the premier Singapore Yacht Show which has been held at the ONE 15 Marina Club since ANDY TREADWELL Managing Director, Singapore Yacht Show Andy was the founder and CEO of Informa Plc s Sports & Leisure Group (ISLG), working with a number of the world s most prestigious yachting and sporting industry events over the last five years. Informa is one of the world s leading conference and exhibition businesses, organising some 8,000 events in 46 countries and employing around 7,000 people. ISLG encompassed all the sports (ISG) and yachting (IYG) businesses in the company, including industry-leading events such as the Monaco Yacht Show, the Singapore Yacht Show, the Superyacht Cup Regattas, the Abu Dhabi Yacht Show, the Phuket International Boat Show, the International Sports Event Management Conference, Future Sponsorship and the World Yacht Racing Forum. He is now based in Singapore, busy developing a portfolio of events specialising in the leisure marine sector, focusing on unlocking the huge potential for the yachting industry in Asia. 10 ADAM WATSON Manager Australian Industry, Global Access Program, BAE Systems Australia Adam Watson is the Manager Australian Industry of the Global Access Program at BAE Systems, a FTSE 100 global defence company. Adam has over 20 years of leadership and management experience in global supply chain and logistics. A graduate of the Royal Military College Duntroon, Adam served as an Australian Army Officer leading supply chain and logistics organisations in the USA, UK, South East Asia, the Middle East and Australia. Adam has spent the last 10 years working in large organisations within the rail, infrastructure and defence sectors. He has held senior roles in procurement, strategy and business development, and project management. Adam has been actively involved in several industry associations and committees such as the Civil Contractors Federation, the Institute of Public Works Engineers, Defence in Business, Australian Defence Industry Association and the Defence Teaming Centre. He holds a Bachelor of Management and Master of Business Administration. Adam now works to assist Australian SMEs to export their products and services into BAE Systems overseas business units. INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING GGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGG GGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGG GGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGG GGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGG GGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGG CUSTOMS CLEARANCE EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE EEEEEEEEEEE EEEEEEE GEEkEEEG WEEEEEE EEE EE EEEEEEEE EEEE GEEE EE EEEEEEEEE EE EEEEEEEE EEEEE EEEE EEE EEEEE, EEEEEE EEE EEEEEE EEEE EEE EEEE EEEEEEE EEE EEEEEEEEE EEttEEEG EEEGEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEGEEEGEE THE AUSTRALIAN SUPERYACHT & MARINE EXPORT INDUSTRY CONFERENCE

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15 CITY OF GOLD COAST INNOVATION SHOWCASE REALISING THE IMPORTANCE AND EXCELLENCE OF GOLD COAST MARINE BUSINESSES, THE GOLD COAST CITY COUNCIL HAS A NUMBER OF KEY GOLD COAST BUSINESSES SHOWCASING THEIR INNOVATIONS DURING DAY 1 OF THE ASMEX CONFERENCE. THESE COMPANIES WILL SHOWCASE THEIR QUALITY INNOVATIONS AND CAPABILITIES OF INTEREST TO THE MARINE INDUSTRY. THE COMPANIES INCLUDE: I N T E R N A T I O N A L Marine Airflow International specializes in designing and engineering engine room ventilation equipment that performs and is finished to further improve great yachts to an even better level. We design and construct purpose built Air Intake Separator Grilles - AC and DC Marine Ventilation Fans - Stainless Steel Air Dampers (fire flaps)- Air on Demand control systems. And we can provide product on time every time! We know you are developing a great product for an amazing client base. We can add to your quality and further assist in reaching your targets. We will work with you from concept through to build and supply systems that simply clip in and function! Please take a moment to visit our website at and view our home page introduction movie. The NØRDICAL brand s humble beginnings came about as a result of a summer romance with a beautiful Norwegian girl whose name I couldn t pronounce, time spent on the West Coast of Norway, an addiction to Swedish tobacco and a lot of late nights mulling over the brand. The result, a fresh and vibrant lifestyle brand encompassing the carefree way of Scandinavian living. The contrasting inspiration of both Australian and Nordic style not only embellishes quality and sophistication but also ruggedness and sturdiness. Products that hold their own both functionally and aesthetically, from social environments to the roughest of seas. The Vikings were considered strong, audacious seafarers who feared no ocean nor competitor. It is hoped that this Viking spirit is embodied in NØRDICAL trunks and anyone who dons a pair. P&W Marine Engineers, Australia s largest manufacturer of precision propulsion systems for vessels 8 to 100 metres. Products and services range from new propellers and repairs, replacement parts, deck hatches and refit project management. We are authorized distributors for Teignbridge Propellers in Australia, Southeast Asia and the Pacific. Our services are also found on the Gold Coast at The Boat Works, boasting quality driven service and support team, our new boat shed caters to all vessels up to 50 metres. Accredited to marine society and commercial classifications globally, facility capabilities have expanded over 30 years, investing in research and development, CNC machinery and in house foundry. and 13 Marine and remote communication is made easy with Powertec Telecommunication P/L, experts in mobile and wireless coverage. From its beginnings in 1995 as a two man office in Queensland Australia, the company has grown to become an international company with offices in Sydney, Melbourne, New Zealand, Canada and the United States. Powertec has a full Sales and Marketing department, IT and Tech Support team, as well as Administration support. Today Powertec supplies large multinational companies, government departments, defence, emergency services, small to medium size businesses and individuals, with marine hardware, antennas and mobile signal enhancement solutions. Southern Stainless have mastered the art of crafting stainless steel for over 30 years. With a highly trained & knowledgeable team we are able to offer the best advice & service available in our industry. Products include custom design and fabrication of stainless products including handrails and fittings and fixtures, tanks and exhaust systems, gas appliances such as the range a Cookout stainless steel gas BBQs and Decorative fire pits and in house Electropolishing facility (electrochemical polishing process specific to stainless steel). We are also experienced in fabricating steel, aluminium and brass. MAY 19-20, SANCTUARY COVE, QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA

16 THE 2015 CLUB MARINE AUSTRALIAN MARINE INDUSTRY EXPORT AND SUPERYACHT AWARDS The Club Marine Australian Marine Industry Export and Superyacht Awards, celebrated annually since 2009, recognizes outstanding achievements of Australian marine industry export and superyacht businesses as well as individuals for their professional excellence supporting these industries. The prestigious Awards are organised by the Australian International Marine Export Group (AIMEX) and Superyacht Australia with support of Club Marine and Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show. THERE ARE 9 AWARD CATEGORIES: Most Innovative Marine Industry Exported Product or Service Marine Industry Export Champion Best Marine Industry Export Performance (SMALL EXPORTER) Best Marine Industry Export Performance (MEDIUM EXPORTER) Best Marine Industry Export Performance (LARGE EXPORTER) The Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show Best Marine Industry Export Marketing Strategy Australian Marine Industry Exporter of the Year Superyacht Industry Business of the Year Manufacturer Superyacht Industry Business of the Year Service Provider Superyacht Industry Champion The Awards entrants for 2015 are: Airberth, Aqualuma LED Lighting, Arctic Steel, Barz Optics, Bray Management, Crew Pacific, David Bentley Yacht Design, Echo Yachts, Ensign Ship Brokers, Foundation Interiors, Gold Coast City Marina & Shipyard, Greencorp Marine, HyDrive Engineering, Muir Winches Australia, Ocean Alliance, Palm Products, Poly Flex Group, Riviera, Ronstan International, Silverstar Marine, Southport Yacht Club, Spear Green Design, Steber International, Superior Jetties, Superyacht Crew International, Superyacht Operating Systems, Superyacht Solutions and Vaarzon-Morel Solicitors. The announcement of the Club Marine Australian Marine Export and Superyacht Awards are set to be announced at the industry Gala Dinner at the InterContinental Hotel - Tuesday 19 May THE AUSTRALIAN SUPERYACHT & MARINE EXPORT INDUSTRY CONFERENCE

17 SPONSORS AIMEX & SUPERYACHT AUSTRALIA ARE PROUD TO BE WORKING WITH THE FOLLOWING PARTNERS: The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) plays a key role in the safety and efficiency of Australia s growing maritime sector. AMSA s principle functions are: overseeing commercial vessel safety standards preventing and combating ship-sourced pollution in the marine environment providing infrastructure to support safety of navigation in Australian waters providing a national search and rescue service to the maritime and aviation sectors. Aqualuma is the world s leading marine underwater light manufacturer. Aqualuma s iconic thru-hull range is the world s first and only underwater light range with a one piece housing unit, that has no lense or seals. The Aqualuma range has grown to include a versatile range of underwater lighting and now a commercial and industrial range. All Aqualuma lights feature LED (Light Emitting Diode) technology. Aqualuma is a Global company which operates sales, service centres in Europe, Asia, UAE, Oceania and the Americas. Though Patented worldwide and distributed in over 42 Countries, Aqualuma s products remain proudly designed and manufactured in Australia. Australian Made Campaign Ltd (AMCL) administers and promotes the Australian Made logo, Australia s registered country-of-origin certification trademark for genuine Australian products. AIMEX is an Australian Made Campaign Associate. AMCL was established in 1999 by the Australian Chamber of Commerce & Industry (ACCI) and the network of state and territory chambers of commerce, with the cooperation of the Federal Government. AMCL administers and promotes the Australian Made logo under a deed of assignment with the Federal Government, but it is not a government body, and receives no government funding for its core operations, which are licensing companies to use the logo and promoting Australian products both in Australia and overseas. Associating with the logo provides a commercial advantage to Australia s exporters, because it readily establishes a connection with Australia s reputation for high quality, well-manufactured products. AMCL is governed by a Board of Directors, elected by its Members, which are ACCI and the state and territory chambers and the National Farmers Federation. More than 2100 businesses are registered to use the AMAG logo, which can be found on some 15,000 products sold here and around the world Australian Superyachts is a full-service yachting company providing Sales, Purchase, Charter, Management and Agency services to the superyacht sector. Headquartered in Sydney Superyacht Marina, the company is staffed by professionals all of whom have served as senior crew aboard large international superyachts. Australian Superyachts is the exclusive Australian distributor for Gulf Craft Majesty Yachts. Superyacht Crew International is a Sydney-based crew agency that is MLC-compliant. We supply professional crew worldwide encompassing all nationalities and all roles internationally cruising superyachts and their owners require. In addition to our Sydney office, we are currently represented in Perth, the Gold Coast and most recently in the UK. Awlgrip - Yacht paint systems The Awlgrip brand is an undisputed world leader in the Yacht Professional Topsides segment. Within the yacht industry, the reputation of Awlgrip is one of universal trust and respect. This reputation has been built upon consistent technical innovation, stringent quality controls and the superlative finish of Awlgrip products. Awlgrip is a premium brand of AkzoNobel. AkzoNobel AkzoNobel is a leading global paints and coatings company and a major producer of specialty chemicals. Calling on centuries of expertise, we supply industries and consumers worldwide with innovative products and sustainable technologies designed to meet the growing demands of our fast-changing planet. MAY 19-20, SANCTUARY COVE, QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA

18 SPONSORS AIMEX & SUPERYACHT AUSTRALIA ARE PROUD TO BE WORKING WITH THE FOLLOWING PARTNERS: The Gold Coast, Australia s sixth largest city, is known for its lifestyle. It has an enviable temperate climate and an amazing natural environment, boasting world-renowned beaches and a majestic hinterland, all of which produce a city that is truly unique. It is a city that is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. With a robust economy valued at $25.2 billion, and ambitious city strategies that encourage innovation and sustainable growth, the Gold Coast s future is full of promise. We are one of Australia s premier marine locations. Find out how you can take advantage of this growing industry businessgoldcoast.com.au When Efic helps you grow, it helps Australia grow. Efic is committed to unlocking finance for export success. Efic is a specialist financier that delivers simple and creative solutions for Australian companies to enable them to win business, grow internationally and achieve export success. To find out more about how Efic could help your business achieve export success, please phone them on or visit 16 AUSTRALIAS No1 HUB FOR VESSEL MAINTENANCE, REFIT & REPAIR WORKS Gold Coast City Marina & Shipyard (GCCM) is situated at the heart of the renowned Gold Coast Marine Precinct, mid-way between Cairns and Sydney. GCCM caters for every facet of marine service and supply works, is home to 55 independent marine specialists and caters for all vessels from runabouts, sailing yachts and catamarans, up to large commercial vessels and superyachts. The shipyard can accommodate up to 100 boats (up to 250 tonne) at any one time, with straddle carriers (250T and 50T) servicing the lift area. GCCM also boasts 200 floating marina slips, for vessels up to 65mts in length, an undercover dry boat storage facility, with 250 racks for boats to 10mts in length, on water fuelling facility and much more. Penske Power Systems extensive experience in the delivery and support of marine propulsion systems from 261 kw to 10,000 kw and on-board generators from 4 kw to 3,015 kw, is unparalleled. Our brands such as MTU and Kohler deliver quality and reliability, satisfying the most exacting demands. Our products are extremely powerful and compact, and easy to operate and maintain. Their noise and vibration quality ensures that you can enjoy life on-board, without interruption. All of this is backed by our extensive Australia-Pacific network of factory-trained technicians, who are experts in service and refit for total peace of mind while at sea. Muir Winches specialise in the manufacture of windlasses and anchoring systems for vessels from 5 metres to 150 metres, including pleasure craft, mega and superyachts, fast ferries, fishing, charter, defence and offshore vessels. The company has developed a reputation for superior quality products exported to more than 50 countries worldwide. Muir has firmly established itself as a market leader in the design and manufacturer of its products both within Australia and overseas and is renowned for its high quality, performance and reliability. Negociants Australia has been an importer of the world s finest wines since 1984 and we are proud to represent outstanding family owned wineries from Australia and abroad. Our dedicated and knowledgeable team of wine professionals is committed to the highest levels of customer service and quality representation of the wines that we are honoured to distribute. It is this combination of portfolio and people that makes Negociants Australia one of this country s leading fine wine merchants. THE AUSTRALIAN SUPERYACHT & MARINE EXPORT INDUSTRY CONFERENCE

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20 SPONSORS AIMEX & SUPERYACHT AUSTRALIA ARE PROUD TO BE WORKING WITH THE FOLLOWING PARTNERS: For half a century, Pantaenius has provided yacht owners world-wide with bespoke insurance solutions. In all these years, our Hamburg based company has established a reputation as one of the leading insurance experts in the superyacht industry. 80,000 clients already put their trust in us and our ability to service their individual requirements. We provide our clients with total peace of mind. Pantaenius provides a true worldwide support network with 11 offices on three continents, in-house claims servicing and a unique network of industry partners located in every corner of the globe PLUS BOATS. FOUR DAYS OF FUN. ONE AWESOME LOCATION. There is no other marine event quite like the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show marks the 27th anniversary of this world-famous festival, where fortunes are launched and dreams set sail. Don t miss 4 days celebrating everything marine, with the industry s latest and greatest showcased against the spectacular backdrop of the Marine Village at Sanctuary Cove on Australia s Gold Coast. Get set to experience Oceans of Awesome at the first and foremost event on the Asia Pacific boating calendar. Twin Disc manufactures, markets and supports marine and heavy-duty off-highway power transmission equipment. Twin Disc marine products include: Premium Quickshift and Standard Marine transmissions, electronic helm control systems, Express Joystick and Positioning systems, Arneson surface drives, Rolla propellers, thrusters, steering, and trim tabs. We are also exclusive Pacific Region distributors for Seakeeper Gyro Stabilisers. Twin Disc has been proudly supporting Australia, New Zealand and Pacific region for almost 50 years. We have branches in Brisbane and Perth, sales offices in Gold Coast and Sydney and a network of 15 service dealers to ensure assistance is readily available VEEM Limited produces a complete range of fully CNC machined propellers, high performance Class Approved shaftline packages and a new series of large Gyro Stabilizers to suit vessels over 80. VEEM Gyro s are powerful, high quality roll stabilization devices specifically engineered for use on larger vessels and small ships. The VEEM Gyro includes technology and capability not previously available to the global market and is a major new equipment offering to complement VEEM s truly class leading series of marine products. The patented, Interceptor pitch alteration technology continues to be taken up by many major boatbuilders around the world, and ensures fully CNC machined, high accuracy propellers can be changed in effective pitch to optimize vessel performance when initially launched and throughout vessel life, without the need to slip the vessel and physically alter the propellers. VEEM Limited are committed to the development of niche products that help propel the Australian marine industry to the forefront of engineering excellence. ALSO SUPPORTED BY THANK YOU TO OUR MEDIA PARTNERS THE AUSTRALIAN SUPERYACHT & MARINE EXPORT INDUSTRY CONFERENCE

21 No one takes on the world alone. Efic is a specialist financier that delivers simple and creative solutions for Australian companies to enable them to win business, grow internationally and achieve export success

22 The ultimate boating experience For over three decades, Riviera has grown to become not only Australia s most-awarded luxury yacht builder, but Australia s favourite yacht builder as well. Over 5,100 yachts have been launched during this reign that are today in the hands of passionate Riviera owners the world over. With an inspiring and growing model line-up in four unique collections, the Riviera fleet reaches from 36 to 77 feet. The ultimate boating experience starts here: RivieraAustralia.com Luxury Adventure TRUE NORTH Cruises That s The Best Holiday I Have Ever Had! An adventure on the TRUE NORTH is one of Australia s most revered holidays! Bigger ships cannot go where we go! Our itineraries exclude lengthy periods at sea and feature frequent daily excursions. We deploy comfortable expedition boats (not rubber boats) and discover wilderness in small groups. An AUSTRALIAN crew uniquely chaperones every experience and to add yet another dimension to adventure, most cruise options feature an onboard helicopter. Discover for yourself why our guests consistently remark that s the best holiday I have ever had! North Star s flagship adventure is the Kimberley Ultimate! All of the Kimberley coast s iconic attractions are included plus much, much, more! If you want not one heli-picnic but two if you want more time for exploring, more time for fishing and, twice as many exquisite dining experiences then the Ultimate is the right TRUE NORTH cruise for you! Book now to ensure your preferred cabin on the Kimberley Ultimate 13 nights of lavish adventure! North Star Cruises Australia Tel: (+61 8) cruise@northstarcruises.com.au Twenty Five Years of Adventure

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24 SORRY. MTU ONLY.* The world s most discerning customers don t compromise. They demand power, performance, uncompromising reliability and exceptional quality. And that is why they choose MTU. Because when it comes to selecting the finest propulsion, service and refit work, the first choice is the only choice. For more information on MTU products visit penskeps.com. Come and visit our team at the Gold Coast International Marine Expo, May Power. Passion. Partnership.