SailingAustralia Articles
After a brief hiatus, one of the Southern Hemisphere’s most significant gatherings of superyacht professionals is returning — refreshed, refocused, and ready to redefine the future of luxury yachting in the Asia-Pacific.
Superyacht Australia has officially announced the return of the Australian Superyacht Conference in 2026, with a bold new format and an all-new Sydney location. Traditionally hosted on the Gold Coast each May in the lead-up to the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, the event will now anchor itself in Sydney Harbour for the first time — taking place immediately after the inaugural Sydney Charter Show in February.
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Sydney Takes the Helm — The Australian Superyacht Conference Returns
16-11-2025
“I thought, why wouldn’t you do it?” Haynes grinned — a sentiment that sums up both his competitive spirit and the irresistible pull of this great ocean classic.
A Commodore, a Champion, and a Relentless Competitor
Few figures in Australian sailing embody the sport’s dual spirit of professionalism and passion quite like Sam Haynes. Already a two-time Rolex Sydney Hobart Overall winner — first in 2022 aboard his TP52 Celestial, and again in 2024 with the Volvo 70 Celestial V70 (formerly Willow) — Haynes has quietly built a dynasty of excellence.
16-10-2025
Few names in Australian sailing carry as much recognition as Sean Langman. With a career that spans everything from skiffs and classic restorations to maxis and modern offshore campaigns, Langman has built a reputation for versatility, ingenuity, and relentless competitiveness. He is a sailor who never backs down from a challenge, whether that means taking on the Rolex Sydney Hobart in a home-built skiff, or rebuilding older yachts and wringing every ounce of performance out of them.
16-10-2025
Day three of Hamilton Island Race Week, powered by AMEX, was everything the Whitsundays are famous for – sunshine, steady trade winds, glamour yacht debuts and tight battles across every division – capped by a spectacular Olympic-class finale.
04-09-2025
The 40th edition of Hamilton Island Race Week, presented by AMEX, is underway — a milestone celebration at Australia’s premier Whitsundays sailing and holiday paradise. More than 155 yachts are rigged and ready.
27-08-2025