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24–26 October 2025 | Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club, Newport (Pittwater, NSW)
The Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club (RPAYC) is proud to present the Pittwater Sail Expo 2025, Australia’s premier yacht and sailing showcase, running from Friday 24 to Sunday 26 October, proudly supported by Pantaenius. This free, public, family-friendly event celebrates the spirit of sailing, marine innovation, and the boating lifestyle.
Over three days, the Pittwater Sail Expo invites sailing enthusiasts, prospective boat-owners, marine industry professionals, and curious newcomers to explore the latest in yacht design, marine technology, sailing education, and cruising culture. With complimentary parking, tender services to wharves around Pittwater, and a packed schedule of exhibitor displays, inspections, demonstrations, and lifestyle activations, there’s something for everyone. www.pittwatersailexpo.com.au
Highlights & Activities
- Yacht inspections & onboard tours — step aboard new and innovative models
- Shore displays & marine marketplace — explore gear, electronics, safety, rigging, covers and more
- Talks & expert panels — engage with designers, brokers, insurers, and seasoned sailors
- Learn-to-sail information hub — for beginners, youth, families, adult courses
- Live entertainment, food & beverage — relax and soak in the atmosphere
- Club engagement & membership info — meet the RPAYC community
- Tender transport services to/from local Pittwater wharves, making it easy to reach the event via water (RPAYC)
Opening hours
• Friday 24 October: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
• Saturday & Sunday (25–26 October): 10:00 am – 4:00 pm (RPAYC)
Meet the Exhibitors
Pittwater Sail Expo 2025 will feature an extensive lineup of leading marine and sailing businesses. Exhibitors include:
- Pantaenius — Sail and Motor Yacht insurance
- Performance Boating — Open for inspection Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380, 350 and Sun Fast 3300
- Learn to Sail at RPAYC — community sailing and training programs
- TMG Lagoon — Open for inspection Lagoon 43
- Carbon Yachts — Open for inspection Saffier Day Sailors and AST Tender
- AllSail Sailing Club — boat-share, charters, skippered sail training
- Performance Cruising — Open for inspection Italia 12.98 and Catalina 426
- X-Yachts (Denmark) — Open for inspection X Yachts XC 45. X4.6 and X4.3 II
- Flagstaff Marine — Open for inspection Beneteau Oceanis 40.1, 37.1, 36, Amel 50, and Excess 14
- Windcraft Yachts — Open for inspection Solaris 50, Dehler 46, Hanse 460 and Moody 41DS
- The Yacht Sales Co. (TYS Co.) — Open for inspection, New and Pre-Owned yacht sales, representing world-class brands
- Contender Sailcloth & Selden for Sailing masts, rig systems, aftermarket products
- Sydney Marine Brokerage — Open for inspection Grand Soleil 34, LC46 and 40
- Scandinavian Marine Supplies — rigging, deck gear, electrical & accessories
- Andersen Marine — marine electronics, power systems
- Schenker Watermakers – Sustainable water systems and solar water solutions
- Shoreside Clothing — marine apparel, crew uniforms
- Harken Australia — sailboat hardware, control systems
- Ocean Covers — custom covers, upholstery solutions
- Oceanco — Open for inspection Viko S21
- Elvström Sails — high performance sails & membrane technologies
- Quality Marine Clothing — technical sailing wear
- Nanni Marine Australia — diesel engines and generators
- Smart Boating — fractional ownership Hanse 415 and Beneteau Oceanis 37.1
- Multihull Central — Open for inspection Seawind 1370
- Any Port Marine — specialist gear including Karver, Ewincher, Colligo and Nodus
- SailTime — Open for inspection shared-ownership Beneteau Oceanis 35.1
- Ensign Yachts — Open for inspection Bavaria C46, Tofinou 9.7 and J99
- Leopard Catamarans — Open for inspection Leopard 46
- OneSails Sydney — sailmaking, sail services, textile solutions
- Wichard Pacific & Ronstan — marine hardware, fittings & systems
- Marine Rescue – Broken Bay, keeping boaters safe on water
- Bluewater Cruising Yachts — Open for inspection Cygnet 20 trailer Sailer
- W & K Sports — sailing equipment, dinghies, dinghy brands & apparel
- Douglas Marine –Installation and servicing Yanmar, Volvo Penta, Cathodic & Vetus
- Department Primary Industries & Regional Development – Marine Pests
- Dragon Force 65 Racing Class – remote control yacht class
This robust exhibitor mix ensures visitors can see the full spectrum of yacht types (monohulls, multihulls, trailer sailors), marine systems, rigging, hardware, sail technology, brokerage, training and lifestyle offerings.
About RPAYC & Pittwater Sail Expo
The Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club, based in Newport, NSW, is committed to advancing sailing and marine excellence across all levels — from youth and community sailing to cruising and competitive racing. The Pittwater Sail Expo is the club’s flagship showcase, bringing together industry, community, and the public to explore and celebrate the world of yachts, sailing, and marine innovation.
Join us 24–26 October 2025 — whether you’re a seasoned sailor or simply curious about life on the water, the Pittwater Sail Expo offers a full weekend of discovery, inspiration, and community.
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