Yellowfin Plate Boats

What Yellowfin Plate Boats does

Yellowfin Plate Boats is an Australian manufacturer of plate aluminium offshore fishing boats, founded in 1984 and headquartered at the Telwater Pty Ltd factory in Coomera, Queensland. The company designs, fabricates, and assembles over 20 boat models across seven configurations — Cabin, Centre Cabin, Hard Top Cabin, Folding Hard Top Cabin, Extended Cabin, Centre Console, and Rear Console — ranging from 5.8m to 7.6m in length. Its proprietary engineering platform centres on Marine Core Construction (internal subframe with milk-crate rib structure), the Offshore HD Hull (up to 6mm plate bottom sheets with 19-degree variable deadrise), the newer Offshore HD-R Hull with Inter-Lok Core, and safety features such as the Auto-Drain Deck with no-return scupper system. All boats are hand-built on the Gold Coast and target serious offshore anglers and recreational fishers pursuing bluewater game species.

The business operates as a brand under Telwater Pty Ltd, which also owns Quintrex, another major Australian aluminium boat brand, providing shared manufacturing, supply chain, and distribution scale. Yellowfin sells exclusively through a network of 14 authorized dealers across all Australian states and territories (QLD, NSW, VIC, SA, WA, NT, TAS), with no factory-direct channel. Revenue is generated through one-time sales of configured boat packages (hull plus outboard motor plus trailer) plus factory-installed optional extras such as Fusion sound systems, drum winches, deck wash systems, and bait stations. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and must be quoted through dealers; standard warranty is three years, extendable to five years with servicing conditions.

The go-to-market is entirely channel-led: the official website and social channels (notably #yellowfinboatsaustralia) drive top-of-funnel awareness and dealer-locator traffic, while dealers handle bottom-of-funnel sales, configuration, finance, insurance, on-water tuition, and after-sales service. Anchor partners include Brisbane Yamaha (the largest Yellowfin dealer in Australia), JV Marine World, Hunts Marine Sydney, and T.R. Marine. Yellowfin positions itself as Australia's oldest plate boat brand with four decades of accumulated engineering expertise and a focus on the premium offshore fishing segment rather than entry-level or commercial volumes.

Name

Yellowfin Plate Boats

Legal name

Telwater Pty Ltd

Website

https://yellowfinplateboats.com.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

1984

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Yellowfin Plate Boats is an Australian manufacturer founded in 1984 that hand-builds over 20 models of plate aluminium offshore fishing boats across seven configurations, selling exclusively through 14 certified authorized dealers nationwide to serious recreational offshore anglers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Aluminium Offshore Fishing Boats

NAICS

Boat Building (336612), Boat Dealers (441222)

SIC

Ship & Boat Building & Repairing (3730)

akta.pro primary industry

Recreational Fishing & Sportfishing Boat Manufacturing (IMAJAEAH)

Keywords

• Aluminium fishing boats
• Plate boat manufacturing
• Offshore fishing boats
• Marine boat builder
• Recreational boat manufacturer

Headquarters

HQ city

Coomera

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Boat Sales: Primary revenue from manufacturing and selling aluminium offshore fishing plate boats. Boats are sold exclusively through authorized dealer network at configured prices including optional extras and motor/trailer packages.
2. Trailer Sales: Telwater manufactures and sells aluminium trailers as part of boat packages, including 3-year standard warranty extendable to 5 years with servicing conditions.
3. Accessories and Optional Extras: Wide range of factory-configured optional extras including Fusion Sound System, LED Lighting, Muir Drum Winch, Dive Ladder, Deck Wash, Deluxe Bait Station, and other marine accessories.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Yellowfin Plate Boats manufactures and sells hand-built aluminium plate offshore fishing boats in seven configurations (Cabin, Centre Cabin, Hard Top Cabin, Folding Hard Top Cabin, Extended Cabin, Centre Console, Rear Console) across over 20 models ranging from 5.8m to 7.6m. Boats are produced at the Gold Coast factory and sold exclusively through a nationwide network of authorized dealers, with extensive factory-configured optional extras and motor/trailer packages. The range includes standard features such as self-draining checker-plate floors, Marine Core HD Hull, live bait tanks, hydraulic steering, and underfloor fuel tanks.

Product overview

Yellowfin Plate Boats is an Australian manufacturer of aluminium offshore fishing boats, offering over 20 distinct models across seven boat styles. The product portfolio includes Cabin (5800-7600), Centre Cabin (5800-7600), Hard Top Cabin (6200-6500), Folding Hard Top Cabin (5800-6500), Extended Cabin (YF-70, YF-76, YF-76 Twin Pod), Centre Console (YF-58 to YF-70), and Rear Console (YF-58 to YF-70) configurations. All boats are hand-built on the Gold Coast since 1984 and feature proprietary hull technologies including Marine Core Construction, Offshore HD Hull, and the newer HD-R Hull with Inter-Lok Core. The range spans compact 5.8m models to the flagship 7.6m vessels, with standard features including self-draining checker-plate floors, hydraulic steering, live bait tanks, and underfloor fuel tanks. The company sells exclusively through a network of certified dealers across Australia.

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Products and services

• 5800 Cabin Compact offshore fishing plate boat with open deck space, spacious dash for large electronics, and roomy cabin ideal for weekenders. Built standard with self-draining deck and Marine Core HD Hull.
• 6200 Cabin Offshore plate boat featuring self-draining deck with rear catchment area and no-return scupper system, paired with Marine Core HD Hull for smooth, dry and predictable offshore performance.
• 6500 Cabin Mid-range offshore fishing boat delivering open deck space plus spacious protected bunk area, with self-drain deck, fully-welded checker-plate floor, Marine Core HD Hull, and live bait tank.
• 7000 Cabin Large offshore fishing boat with ample deck space plus spacious bunk area, designed as an all-rounder delivering weather protection, comfort for weekenders, and offshore performance.
• 7600 Cabin Largest in the Cabin range delivering unrivalled fishing real-estate and room for tackle, rods and crew; purpose-built with extensive standard features and optional extras.
• 5800 Centre Cabin Popular offshore fishing boat offering 360-degree fishability with spacious cabin design for weekend fishing marathons; built tough with Offshore HD Hull.
• 6200 Centre Cabin Versatile plate boat configuration with 360-degree fishability, spacious bunk for weekenders and unrivalled customisation; built standard with Offshore HD Hull.
• 6500 Centre Cabin Offshore fishing boat featuring Offshore HD Hull, large raised casting platform, self-draining deck, and fully-sealed checker-plate floor for chasing game on day-trips or weekenders.
• 7000 Centre Cabin Over 7-metre offshore plate boat built around the Offshore HD Hull with strength and soft-riding characteristics; spacious cabin for overnight fishing trips and 360-degree fishability.
• 7600 Centre Cabin Largest in the Centre Cabin range delivering utmost deck space for unrivalled fishing action; 360-degree uninterrupted fishability, large raised casting platform, and Offshore HD Hull.
• 6200 Hard Top Cabin Smallest in the Hard Top Cabin range with strength and ride performance in unruly conditions; features fully welded checker plate floor with box section floor frame.
• 6500 Hard Top Cabin Renowned industry boat with strength and ride performance; Marine Core construction with sub-frame rib structure of longitudinal and latitudinal ribs for versatility in all weather.
• 5800 Folding Hard Top One of Australia's most popular boat configurations with compact size and versatility; fold-down design enables easy storage while removable Hard Top allows customisation.
• 6200 Folding Hard Top Mid-size Yellowfin Folding Hard Top offering full plate boat functionality with easy storage; built with Offshore HD Hull, self-draining deck, and fully-sealed checker-plate floor.
• 6500 Folding Hard Top Largest in the Yellowfin Folding Hard Top range, easily stored undercover thanks to fold-down design while boasting ample open deck space; designed around the Offshore HD Hull.
• YF-70 Extended Cabin Latest powerhouse in the Yellowfin range designed off the trusted ex-Southerner design; features the innovative Offshore HD-R Hull, Inter-Lok core, and overhauled internal design for next-level offshore boating.
• YF-76 Extended Cabin Ultimate offshore beast with 45% increase in cabin space compared to previous models; features 6mm bottom sheets, latest Offshore HD-R Hull encasing Inter-Lok Core for utmost strength and performance.
• YF-76 Extended Cabin Twin Pod Built for serious offshore performance on the proven YF-76 platform with redesigned wide transom that accommodates twin outboard engines for maximum power.
• YF-58 Centre Console Built for the serious fisho with large console allowing 360-degree fishability for chasing game and ample capacity for large electronics; features self-draining deck, fully-welded checker-plate floor, and live bait tank.
• YF-62 Centre Console Mid-size centre console offering 360-degree fishability with large casting platform providing prime fishing from every corner of the boat.
• YF-66 Centre Console Larger centre console configuration designed for serious offshore fishing with maximum deck space and electronics capacity.
• YF-70 Centre Console Largest centre console in the range delivering ultimate offshore fishing capability with exceptional ride performance and 360-degree fishability.
• YF-58 Rear Console Built for serious fisho with large unobtrusive console allowing 360-degree fishability and ample capacity for large electronics; features large casting platform, self-draining deck, and fully-welded checker-plate floor.
• YF-62 Rear Console Mid-size rear console with 360-degree fishability and large casting platform for prime offshore fishing from every corner.
• YF-66 Rear Console Larger rear console configuration offering versatile offshore fishing capability with maximum deck space for serious fishing.
• YF-70 Rear Console Largest rear console model designed for serious offshore fishing with exceptional deck space and fishing versatility.
• Aluminium Trailers Telwater-manufactured aluminium trailers sold as part of boat packages; includes 3-year standard warranty extendable to 5 years with servicing conditions.
• Factory-Configured Optional Extras Wide range of factory-configured optional extras including Fusion Sound System, LED Lighting, Muir Drum Winch, Dive Ladder, Deck Wash, Deluxe Bait Station, and other marine accessories configured directly from the Gold Coast factory.

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

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Feature7 records

Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Brisbane YamahacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAward-winning dealership described as Australia's largest Yellowfin Plate Boat Dealer. Has been delivering Yellowfin boats for over 12 years with industry leading team that works with customers from quote to handover.
• JV Marine WorldcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFamily business established in 1976, owned by John and Vicki Stav and son Mark Stav. Claims to be Australia's biggest marine superstore. Has won over 30 awards including multiple dealer of the year awards. Offers boat sales, service, accessories, finance, insurance, ski shop, dive shop and cafe under one roof.
• Hunts Marine SydneycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHas showrooms in Sydney, Wollongong and Batemans Bay with great range of boats in stock. Offers flexible pricing and lowest price guarantee.
• Mandurah OutboardsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOffers full range of Australian built Quintrex and Yellowfin Plate boats along with pre-owned boats. Has large range of marine accessories and largest certified marine service centre in the Peel region.
• Mak MarineminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorQuintrex and Yellowfin Plate aluminium boat dealer and Suzuki Marine dealer for Hunter Valley, Newcastle and Lake Macquarie.
• Bay City MarineminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHervey Bay's favourite family-owned marine centre serving Fraser Coast since 1986. Focuses on customer satisfaction with quality products, trained technicians in fully equipped service centre, and well-stocked chandlery.
• Gold Coast Boating CentreminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPremier boat dealership on the Gold Coast providing best possible customer experience and guiding customers through finding the perfect Yellowfin Plate Boat.
• Cavs Marine & OutdoorminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFar North Queensland go-to spot for trailer boats, outboards, outdoor lawn care, and marine electronics.
• South East Marine & MotorcyclesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMarine and motorcycle dealer serving Naracoorte, SA region.
• T.R. MarinecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSydney's Premier Trailer Boat Dealership with over 100 new and used boats on display, largest undercover showroom in Sydney, open 7 days a week, in-house service centre and chandlery, and free on-water tuition with every boat sale.
• Precision Marine NTminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMarine dealer serving Northern Territory region.
• Pilbara Boats N BikesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMarine and powersports dealer serving Port Hedland and Pilbara region of WA.
• Yamaha Pitmans MarineminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPassionate about boating with office hours Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm and Sat 8:30am-12pm.
• Riverina Marine CentreminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorServing Wagga Wagga and Riverina region of NSW.
• Sugar City MarineminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMarine dealer serving Mackay, QLD region.
• Bairnsdale Boats & MoreminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMarine dealer serving Bairnsdale and Lucknow region of VIC.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• Northbank Boats: Australian aluminum boat manufacturer positioned in offshore fishing and family segments. Comparable in aluminum hull construction, dealer-led distribution model, and domestic Australian target market.
• Bar Crusher: Australian manufacturer of plate aluminum offshore fishing boats using a proprietary welded subframe "Rigideck" construction. Directly comparable as a domestic competitor in offshore aluminum plate boats with similar hull technology differentiation.
• Quintrex: Sister brand under Telwater Pty Ltd, also manufacturing aluminum boats for the Australian fishing and recreational market. Directly comparable as a domestic aluminum boat builder sharing parent ownership, dealer channels, and customer segments.
• Horizon Boats: Australian aluminum boat brand also part of the Telwater group. Closely comparable as a sister Telwater brand producing aluminum fishing boats sold through overlapping Australian dealer channels.
• Sea Jay Boats: Australian aluminum boat manufacturer producing plate boats and runabouts for fishing and family use. Comparable in aluminum construction, dealer-led distribution, and focus on the Australian angler market.
• Haines Hunter: Long-established Australian boat builder producing offshore fiberglass and aluminum fishing boats. Comparable in serving serious Australian offshore anglers with similar layout options (cabin, centre console) and dealer distribution.
• Whittley Boats: Long-established Australian boat builder producing offshore fishing and family cruisers. Comparable as an Australian-domestic boat manufacturer serving recreational offshore anglers through dealer networks.
• Stacer: Australian aluminum boat brand (also under the Brunswick/MarineMax umbrella) producing plate and tinny fishing boats sold through Australian dealers. Closely comparable in product (aluminum fishing boats), target market (Australian anglers), and distribution (dealer-led).
• Makocraft Boats: Australian manufacturer of aluminum plate boats for offshore and estuary fishing. Comparable in aluminum plate construction, hull design, and dealer-driven sales across Australian states.

Broad incumbents

• Boston Whaler: US-based incumbent in unsinkable offshore fiberglass fishing boats sold globally. Comparable in target use case (serious offshore fishing) and premium positioning, though operating in fiberglass rather than aluminum and serving a broader international market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/YellowfinPlateBoats

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Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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