Anchored by a shared commitment to Australia’s sailing community, Nautilus Marine Insurance continues its partnership with Hamilton Island Race Week in 2026, returning to The Whitsundays for the iconic regatta.
Taking place from 15–22 August 2026, Hamilton Island Race Week is a highlight of the Australian sailing calendar, with a strong fleet of more than 190 vessels set to compete.
A partner of Hamilton Island Race Week since 2022, Nautilus Marine Insurance has strong connections with the sailing community. The Nautilus Marine Insurance team will be sharing their marine insurance expertise and engaging with yacht owners and crews throughout the event.
“Our insurance expertise is anchored in decades of real boating experience.
We’re proud that Nautilus Marine Insurance is recognised as a trusted choice in marine insurance by boat owners, marine industry members and insurance brokers who value our team’s specialist knowledge and expertise.
Hamilton Island Race Week is one of the highlights of Australia’s sailing calendar, and being part of the event allows us to stay connected with the people and communities we’re here to support. It’s a great opportunity to celebrate the passion and shared experiences that make the marine industry so unique, while continuing to strengthen relationships.”
- Lyndon Turner, Chief Executive Officer of Nautilus Marine Insurance
“Hamilton Island Race Week has earned its place as one of Australia’s premier sailing events, and we are delighted to welcome Nautilus Marine Insurance back as a major partner for the fifth consecutive year.
As we prepare to celebrate the 41st edition of Race Week, partnerships like this play an important role in ensuring the event continues to deliver an exceptional experience for competitors, guests and spectators.
Nautilus Marine Insurance has a genuine commitment to Australia’s boating and sailing community and their ongoing support reflects the shared values that have made this partnership so successful.
We look forward to working together to deliver another memorable Hamilton Island Race Week in 2026.”
- Renae Trimble, Chief Operating Officer of Hamilton Island.
Hamilton Island Race Week began in 1984 and has grown into one of the largest and most prestigious regattas in the Southern Hemisphere. Known for its combination of competitive sailing, vibrant atmosphere and spectacular Whitsunday setting, the event continues to attract sailors and boating enthusiasts from across Australia and beyond.
All images: Hamilton Island Race Week © Salty Dingo – courtesy of Hamilton Island
About Nautilus Marine Insurance
Anchored in experience and trusted by experts, Nautilus Marine Insurance is a leading provider of insurance solutions for recreational vessels and marine business assets across Australia and New Zealand. Trusted by over 50,000 customers and marine industry partners, Nautilus Marine Insurance has been a specialist supplier of insurance for pleasure craft and marine business assets and liability insurance for over 20 years. Nautilus Marine Insurance provides coverage for pleasure craft of a range of sizes, from sailing dinghies and PWCs through to yachts, runabouts, and luxury motor yachts as well as commercially operated boats and marine businesses.
Through its Industry Lines division, Nautilus Marine Insurance also specialises in providing business insurance solutions for clients servicing the recreational boating market including marina operators and owners, yacht clubs and boat clubs, boat dealerships and most marine trades including boat repairers and boat service providers. Thousands of professional insurance advisers and brokers choose to work with Nautilus Marine Insurance. These insurance experts trust the breadth of Nautilus Marine’s products and claims support to recommend our products and services to their clients. Nautilus Marine Insurance has a passionate team of over 100 staff and five offices across Australia and New Zealand. Nautilus Marine Insurance is a business name of NM Insurance Pty Ltd. ABN 34 100 633 038, AFSL 227186.
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About Hamilton Island Race Week
Hamilton Island Race Week presented by American Express will celebrate its 41st edition from 15–22 August 2026. Established in 1984, Hamilton Island Race Week is Australia’s premier offshore sailing regatta, attracting one of the Southern Hemisphere’s most diverse fleets. Renowned for its spectacular Whitsundays racecourse and vibrant onshore atmosphere, Hamilton Island Race Week combines passage races through the islands with shorter tactical courses, alongside a week-long calendar of social events that has become an enduring part of the Race Week experience.
Visit hamiltonislandraceweek.com.au
