AUSTRALIA: Superyacht yard to double north yard footprint

The Boat Works in Coomera, Queensland is all set to move onto the next level of major construction at its north yard. The 55-acre (22.3-ha) facility will increase yard capacity and marina jobs significantly, servicing up to 100 boats undercover with additional Super Sheds plus new marine showroom premises.

Stage 5, which will be another step in what is one of the largest investments in recreational marinas and shipyards in the southern hemisphere, will begin immediately, with completion scheduled for mid-2023.
“It gives us the opportunity to service the full spectrum of yachts, monohulls and cruisers through to superyachts that visit the Gold Coast,” said owner, Tony Longhurst.
“We couldn’t have predicted being at capacity over the past two years since opening the North Superyacht facility in 2020. The success of the superyacht yard has exceeded our expectations, with bookings secured months in advance,” he added.
Gold Coast mayor, Tom Tate, commented: “Our city has faced the challenges of COVID-19 and we are now seeing the economy start to recover across a range of industry sectors. Throughout these challenging two years, The Boat Works remained committed to its long-term vision and we are celebrating that with Stage 5 now underway at their facility within the Coomera Marine Precinct.”
Coinciding with the expansion, The Boat Works will welcome a new 90-tonne lift, allowing haul out and service for up to 150 boat movements per week. The Italian-built Boatlift machine is the first of its kind in Australia and will take The Boat Works’ fleet to five, including the largest travel lift on the Gold Coast at 300 tonnes.