Case Studies

Case Studies

Queensland has developed strengths in the areas of superyacht manufacturing, maintenance, refit and berth capacity. There is significant capacity for the maintenance and refit of superyachts along the Queensland coast, particularly in Cairns, Mackay/Whitsundays, Brisbane and the Gold Coast, where strong industry clusters have developed a global reputation for quality, efficiency and value for money. Each centre has marinas equipped to handle superyachts up to 70m in length, with full servicing and provisioning available, including for vessels up to 135m in certain locations. Some major fitouts have been completed in each region. Take a look at some of these projects here.

DYT to Brisbane

Brisbane is the only Australian city in the Dockwise Yacht Transport network. The Dockwise semi-submersible vessel has regularly visited Brisbane since 2003 transporting 163 vessels to and from the city.

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Ulysses

The refit of Ulysses extended over two years in Brisbane finishing in 2006. Her story is testament to the results that can be achieved through collaboration. The combined efforts of Superyacht Base Brisbane’s members saw the completion of one of the most complex, lengthy and difficult refits ever undertaken in Australia.

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Whistler

Whistler was launched in 1999 having been completely constructed in Brisbane by Norman R. Wright and Sons. She is a 101ft, 100t, semi-displacement and her twin 1800Hp MTU Detroit Diesels give her nearly 30kts cruising speed.

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M/Y Emerald Lady

The largest and most extensive refit undertaken utilising the skills and services of Superyacht Base Gold Coast City, is the complete refit of M/Y Emerald Lady. Completed in 2005, the refit took 15 months, cost AUD$5 million, employed 15 companies, increased her length by 10 feet, included a name change and won an award.

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M/Y Pangaea

The 184ft expedition superyacht M/Y Pangaea is no stranger to Australian waters or to Superyacht Base Gold Coast City. The Halter Marine superyacht, launched in 1999, first visited the Gold Coast in 2005.

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MYWAY

MYWAY is a 125ft alloy power catamaran displacing 143 tonnes and is certainly a formidable and beautiful superyacht. Accommodating 12 guests and serviced by four crew MYWAY is made for long extended sea journeys.

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M/Y Valkyrie

Hailing from Georgetown, USA, M/Y Valkyrie is a 120ft Crescent Motor Yacht/Sportfisher. When in need of a refit, her Captain, Martin DeBanks, chose the Gold Coast as the logical location for it. The refit took eight months and was completed in 2006, leading to ongoing commercial partnerships.

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