Member Webinar – Social Media
Register now for the BIAV Social Media webinar on Tuesday 23 July, 10:30am!
Save the date – State of the Industry session
BIAV President Scott O’Hare and CEO Steve Walker invite BIAV members to an important on-line gathering at 10.30am on Wednesday 7 August.
The session will share with members, the findings of the 2024 State of the Industry national survey, as well as briefly update on some of BIAV’s key priorities.
MitchCap, BIAV’s Floorplan Partner and expert finance advisor, will also take part. MitchCap will look at the trends they are seeing in the market, and outline how they can advise and assist industry members.
As well as this, attendees will be provided the chance to give their input as to –
- How is the market
- How is industry going
- What does the next 12-24 months look like.
- How best can we influence things.
- And more!
Member engagement is critical for BIAV, and we hope you’d like to take part in this one-hour gathering, on-line. To do so please –
- Email to RSVP. Straight away or by a week prior to the session.
- Then, accept the Invitation that will be sent, and at 10.30am on Wednesday 7 August, log in.
The Australasian Institute of Marine Surveyors (AIMS) and the Boating Industry Association of Victoria (BIAV) are working together to support the Victorian public in the search of safe second-hand vessels.
The AIMS CEO, Dr Eric Perez noted that the partnership will improve awareness of and access to trusted marine surveyors to support both the recreational boating and light commercial vessel sectors. The CEO of BIAV, Steve Walker supports the partnership acknowledging the need for better awareness and options, when it comes to the sale and purchasing of second-hand vessels.
“Our marine surveyors sign up to a Code of Conduct and continuing professional development,” said Eric.
Established in 1986, the AIMS is the peak industry body for Marine Surveyors in Australasia, and the largest marine surveyor association in the Southern Hemisphere. The AIMS has members in all States and Territories of Australia as well as New Zealand, the Asia South Pacific region, and beyond.
Marine surveyors undertake surveys of recreational vessels on behalf of owners, insurers or the potential purchaser with the purpose of assessing the condition or value of vessels. “AIMS supports the need for safe and responsible boating in Victoria and a way to ensure vessel safety is engaging recreational marine surveyors,” said Eric.
BIAV has a significant track record relating to boating safety through initiatives such as its work with Safe Transport Victoria, the Australian Builders Plate reviews, and the Welcome to Boating Hub at each Melbourne Boat Show. “Consumer awareness, and resulting confidence when they acquire that first boat, is of great importance. We will be delighted to direct them to AIMS members to gain this confidence and set them off in the right direction.,” said Steve.
The partnership between BIAV and the AIMS is a win for recreational vessel owners in Victoria. At the heart of the work undertaken by marine surveyors is vessel safety.
