Thurs 5 – Fri 6 November 2026 | Brisbane, Sunshine Coast & Gold Coast
The Marina Industries Association, in partnership with PIANC AU-NZ, has invited members to a two-day study tour through South East Queensland’s marine infrastructure and manufacturing sector.
Purpose-built for marina operators, engineers, designers, contractors and suppliers, the tour offers rare behind-the-scenes access to the facilities and factories that shape Australia’s waterfront. Delegates will move from working commercial wharves to award-winning marinas, and from the berth to the factory floor — seeing first-hand how pontoons, piles and berthing systems are engineered, fabricated and delivered.
It is a genuine blend of marina, wharf and facility visits, manufacturer factory tours, and structured networking and engagement with the people who design, build and operate these assets.
Tour highlights
- Commercial wharf and cruise terminal access on the Brisbane River
- Factory tours with two of the region’s leading marine structure manufacturers
- Four Gold Coast marinas in a single morning, including superyacht and mega yacht berthing
- Networking drinks and canapés with delegates, hosts and industry partners
- Direct engagement with facility managers, engineers and manufacturers throughout
- All coach transport, catering and tour materials included
Day One — Thursday 5 November 2026
Brisbane to the Sunshine Coast: commercial wharf infrastructure, marine structures manufacturing, and evening networking.
10:00: Delegate boarding, Pullman Brisbane Airport
10:45 – 12:00: Wharf tour and morning tea — Brisbane Cruise Terminal, Pinkenba or Botanic Gardens
13:15 – 15:15: Factory tour and lunch — Marine Structures, Sunshine Coast
16:45 – 18:15: Networking drinks and canapés, Pullman Brisbane Airport
From 18:15 : Evening at leisure
Day Two — Friday 6 November 2026
Brisbane to the Gold Coast and return: four marinas, superyacht and mega yacht berthing, and a major pontoon manufacturing facility.
08:00: Delegate boarding, Pullman Brisbane Airport
09:15 – 10:00: Marina Mirage tour and morning tea
10:05 – 11:00: Main Beach Superyacht Marina tour
11:05 – 11:30: Mantaray Marina tour
11:45 – 12:00: Southport Yacht Club Mega Yacht Berth tour
13:30 – 15:30: Factory tour and lunch — Bellingham Marine
16:15: Return to Pullman Brisbane Airport
What’s included
- Coach transport across both days
- Morning tea and lunch on both days
- Networking drinks and canapés on Thursday evening
- All facility, marina and factory tour access
- Printed and electronic tour materials
- Event administration and on-tour coordination
Flights and accommodation are not included. The Pullman Brisbane Airport is the departure and return point for both days and is recommended for delegate accommodation.
Participation cost
$350 – $380 per person (indicative — final pricing to be confirmed). The tour requires a minimum of 20 participants to proceed.
Who should attend
Marina owners, operators and managers; marine engineers, designers and consultants; port and waterfront authorities; contractors, manufacturers and suppliers; and anyone planning marina development, expansion or infrastructure renewal.
Register your interest
Places are strictly limited and allocated in order of registration. All bookings are managed through the MIA website, including delegate details and dietary requirements.
