AirBerth

What AirBerth does

AirBerth is an Australian privately held manufacturer of air-powered boat lift systems, founded in 1997 and headquartered in Arundel, Queensland. The company designs, builds, and sells floating boat lifts that raise vessels out of the water using compressed air to displace ballast water, eliminating the need for trailers, ramps, or hydraulic systems. Its product line spans nine models from the M230 (2,300 kg capacity) to the C1500 (15,000 kg capacity) for catamarans, all constructed from Heavy Duty High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) with a 50-year-plus UV-resistant design life, marine-grade stainless steel fasteners located above the waterline, and a valve-free ballast control system that maintains positive buoyancy until deliberately lowered. Key components include a portable 9 kg blower box (2x 1200W motors, C-Tick/CE compliant), compression pads, mooring guides, a hull rinsing system, and padlock-capable air sealing caps.

The company addresses hull protection problems caused by marine growth, osmosis, and electrolysis, and enables rapid launch/retrieve for frequent-use operators. Its customer base is split between government and commercial maritime operators (Australian Border Force, US Navy, Mexican Navy/SEMAR, multiple coast guards, Queensland National Parks) and recreational boating segments (cruising, fishing, high-performance, and extreme watersports). AirBerth is not exposed to antifouling requirements and reduces vessel maintenance time, which it emphasizes as a core value proposition.

AirBerth monetizes through one-time hardware sales plus professional installation services (50% deposit on order, balance on installation), with additional revenue from spare parts and accessories. The company distributes through a global network of regional dealers and distributors covering all inhabited continents, supported by participation in international boat shows (Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, Asia Pacific Maritime Expo). It has won the 2018 Commercial Marine Manufacturer Award (Highly Commended) from the Australian Marine Industry Awards and holds registered trademarks and a pending international patent application for its storage systems. AirBerth is founder/management-owned with no external investment, parent company, or subsidiary relationships identified.

Name

AirBerth

Legal name

AirBerth Marketing Pty Ltd

Website

https://airberth.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

AirBerth is an Australian manufacturer of air-powered, HDPE boat lift systems (230 kg to 15,000 kg capacity) sold globally through a dealer network to government, commercial, and recreational boating customers seeking hull protection and rapid launch/retrieve.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Boat Lift Systems / Marine Equipment

NAICS

Industrial Truck, Tractor, Trailer, and Stacker Machinery Manufacturing (333924), Overhead Traveling Crane, Hoist, and Monorail System Manufacturing (333923)

SIC

Misc Industrial & Commercial Machinery & Equipment (3590)

akta.pro primary industry

Cargo Handling & Lifting Equipment (Cranes, Derricks, Hoists) (IMAJAIAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Hoists (Electric, Manual & Pneumatic) (IMAHAJAG)

Keywords

• Boat lift systems
• Marine equipment
• Floating boat lifts
• Catamaran lifts
• Vessel handling

Headquarters

HQ city

Gold Coast

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Boat Lift Hardware Sales: AirBerth designs, manufactures, and sells boat lift systems ranging from M230 (2,300kg capacity) to C1500 (15,000kg capacity). These are one-time hardware purchases with models suited to different boat sizes and types.
2. Installation Services: Professional installation services are provided, with balance payment required once product is installed on dock and fitted with boat.
3. Spare Parts and Accessories: Spare parts area mentioned at new premises, indicating ongoing revenue from replacement parts for existing installations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

AirBerth designs, manufactures, and sells air-powered boat lift systems that raise vessels out of the water using compressed air to displace ballast water. The systems are built from Heavy Duty HDPE and offered across two model ranges — the M-Series (M230 to M1500) for monohulls lifting 2,300 kg to 15,000 kg and the C-Series (C430 to C1500) for catamarans — together with installation services supplied through a global dealer network.

Product overview

AirBerth is an Australian manufacturer of air-powered boat lift systems. The core product is the AirBerth Boat Lift System, a mechanical platform that raises vessels out of the water using compressed air to displace ballast water. The company offers multiple model series differentiated by lifting capacity: the M-Series (M230 through M1500) for monohull vessels lifting 230kg to 15,000kg, and the C-Series (C430 through C1500) designed specifically for catamaran hulls. Key components include a Portable Blower Box (2x1200W motors, 9kg), a Ballast Control System with weighted snorkels and padlock-capable air sealing caps, and a Hull Rinsing System. The entire system is constructed from Heavy Duty HDPE with marine-grade stainless steel fasteners, featuring a 50-year design life against UV damage. No software, API, or AI/ML capabilities are offered—the AirBerth is purely a mechanical boat storage solution.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• AirBerth Boat Lift System (M-Series and C-Series) Air-powered boat lift system that raises vessels out of the water using compressed air to displace ballast water. Built from Heavy Duty HDPE with marine-grade stainless steel fasteners above the water line, the system includes a ballast control system with weighted snorkels and padlock-capable air sealing caps, compression pads, mooring guides, a hull rinsing system, and a portable 9 kg blower box (2 x 1200W motors) that raises the boat in minutes. Sold globally to consumer boat owners and government/commercial maritime operators.
• Professional Installation Services Professional installation of AirBerth boat lift systems, typically delivered through the regional dealer network. Balance payment is due once the product is installed on the dock and fitted with the boat, indicating installation is a paid service component of every sale.
• Spare Parts and Accessories Replacement parts and accessories for installed AirBerth boat lift systems, dispatched from the Arundel headquarters' spare parts area to support existing installations worldwide.

Quantifiable outcome

• Design life of 50+ years against UV rays with HDPE construction
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

22 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• Australian Commercial Marine Group (ACMG)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAirBerth participates under the ACMG umbrella at industry events like Asia Pacific Maritime Expo, which assists in accessing key influencers in government and commercial sectors for Southeast Asia. ACMG runs the Australian Commercial Marine Group awards where AirBerth received recognition.
• Australian International Marine Export Group (AIMEX)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAirBerth displays under the AIMEX umbrella at maritime expos, which helps access government and commercial decision-makers in South East Asia. AIMEX co-sponsors the Commercial Marine Manufacturer Awards.
• Dueck GMmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive dealer for Pacific Northwest USA (Washington, Oregon, Northern California, Los Angeles and San Diego) and Western Canada (British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba). Contact: Dave Hopps, dueckgm.com
• Marine and Allied Distributors Pty LtdmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive distributor for Western Australia. Contact: Joe Ferreira. Address: Unit 2/6 Sainsbury Rd, O'Connor WA 6163.
• Faithful Marine Co. Ltd (忠信船機工程有限公司)majorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor for Hong Kong SAR, China. Installed AirBerth in Aberdeen typhoon shelter. Contact: Timothy Tam, www.faithfulmarine.com
• Scandia Marine Pte LtdmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor for Singapore. Contact: Mark Haller. Address: 21 Tuas View Pl, Singapore 637867.
• C & C Marine (Thailand) Co. LtdmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor for Thailand. Contact: Craig Holmes. Address: 16/2 Moo 4, Soi Nanai, Thepkasattri Rd, Kohkaew, Muang, Phuket 83200, Thailand.
• Performance MarinemajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor for Qatar and Kuwait. Contact: Sunil. Address: Qatar. Web: www.pmarineqatar.com
• United Engineering Services LLCmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor for Oman. Contact: Asma Al Barwani. Address: Oman. Web: www.uesoman.com
• Bouzakis Bros. LtdmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDealer for multiple regions: Greece, Cyprus, Italy, Malta, Slovenia, Croatia, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Montenegro, Albania, Bulgaria, France, Portugal, Turkey, Gibraltar, Spain, Monaco, and North Africa (Egypt, Morocco, Algeria, Libya, Tunisia). Contact: George Bouzakis. Web: www.boatlifts.gr
• Asia SRLmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive dealer for Italy. Contact: Arnaldo Ialongo. Address: Via Ardentina 385, 00042 Anzio, (Rome), Italy. Web: www.asiaequipaggiamenti.it
• Boating WorldmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor for Southern Africa including Angola installation. Team members Daniel Chippendale and Mike Wade installed first M1500 in Angola.
• Boating Industry Association (BIA)minorOthersIndustry association membership displayed on website footer alongside MIA membership.
• Marinas Institute Association (MIA)minorOthersIndustry association membership displayed on website footer alongside BIA membership.
• JSW Power SportsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSupplied boats for display at Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show 2019 (Malibu MXZ 22 and Seafox Commander 226).
• Qutting Edge Swiss GmbHminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDealer for Switzerland. Contact: Alfonso. Address: Rosengarten 1b, 6210, Sursee, Switzerland.
• Noper Inc.minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDealer for North-East USA. Contact: Fred Hayden. Email: [email protected]
• Poly Tech (Paul Johnson)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive AirBerth dealer in New Zealand. Installed M650 for Coast Guard Whangaroa.
• Syarikat Suara BaruminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor for Sabah and Sarawak, Malaysia. Contact: Allan Goh.
• Malibu Boats Korea, Co. LtdminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor for South Korea. Contact: Whabae Kim. Web: www.malibuboats.kr
• Quality BoatsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor for New Caledonia and Fiji. Address: 128 Rue Scholastique Pidjot, La Conception, BP 3395, 98810 Mont Dore.
• Alfonso OchoaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor for Mexico/Latin America. Contact: Alfonso Ochoa. WhatsApp: +52 1222 238 6898

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• ShoreMaster: Manufacturer of marine dock and lift systems including boat lifts for residential and commercial marinas. Overlaps with AirBerth in the marina and waterfront infrastructure equipment category.
• DECO Boat Lifts: Manufacturer of aluminum and galvanized boat lifts with capacity ranges comparable to AirBerth's M and C series; serves similar residential and commercial segments.
• Sunstream Boat Lifts: Manufacturer of solar-powered pneumatic boat lifts (SunLift). Competes with AirBerth in the air-displacement boat lift category, particularly in the US recreational market.
• Neptune Boat Lifts: Manufacturer of boat lifts serving residential and commercial markets in North America; comparable in product family and customer base.
• HydroHoist Boat Lifts: US-based manufacturer of pneumatic and hydraulic boat lifts with broad capacity range. Directly competes with AirBerth on air-bladder-based lifting technology serving recreational and commercial marine markets in North America.
• Golden Boat Lifts: Florida-based boat lift manufacturer offering four-post and elevator lifts for vessels up to 30+ tons. A direct peer serving similar private and commercial boat owners with comparable lifting capacity ranges.
• Conolift: European-headquartered boat lift and yacht handling equipment manufacturer with multi-region dealer presence. Comparable to AirBerth's global dealer-distribution model and product breadth.
• Poly Lift Boat Lifts: US-based boat lift company specializing in polyethylene (HDPE) and aluminum lifts for monohull and catamaran hulls. Directly competes with AirBerth on HDPE material construction and catamaran capability.
• Hi-Tide Boat Lifts: US manufacturer of aluminum and HDPE boat lifts for monohull and catamaran vessels. Directly comparable in product category (HDPE catamaran lifts), capacity range and customer segment to AirBerth.

Emerging players

• EZ Dock: Manufacturer of modular floating dock and lift systems using polyethylene construction. Adjacent competitor in the marina/residential waterfront infrastructure space with overlapping HDPE material expertise.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xfacebook.com/AirBerth
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/AirBerth
• Facebookfacebook.com/AirBerth
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/airberth-boat-lifts
• Instagraminstagram.com/airberth_boat_lifts

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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