The Boating Industry Association of Victoria (BIAV) is the peak industry body for Victoria’s marine sector, representing an industry that contributes $4.5 billion to the Victorian economy and supports more than 17,700 jobs.

BIAV provides leadership, advocacy and representation on behalf of its members, supporting a sector that services more than 203,000 registered boat owners, 450,000 marine licence holders, and approximately 900,000 boating participants across Victoria each year.

BIAV also plays an active role in growing and strengthening the industry through major initiatives, including the delivery of the Melbourne Boat Show and a regional Victorian boat show each year. Through Boating Careers, BIAV is helping address workforce and skills challenges by championing career pathways, industry training and the long-term sustainability of Victoria’s marine sector.

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