After a momentous start for Riviera in 2022, including the recent world premiere of the 78 Motor Yacht and the just announced 4600 Sport Yacht, owner Rodney Longhurst thanked his 900-strong team for their dedication to creating luxury motor yachts that are among the ‘best of the best’ in the world.
“We know that Riviera creates world-class motor yachts, but we do more than that,” said Mr Longhurst as he addressed his team during a special thank-you lunch on site.
“We are among the best of the best, so that means you are among the best of the best. I say that humbly and I say that with great admiration. I take none of the work that each and every one of you do for granted and I am extremely appreciative. You are doing an outstanding job because of your can-do attitude and because we are united as a team.”
With exceptionally strong forward orders for luxury motor yachts across the company’s range, including 12 orders for the new 78 Motor Yacht, Riviera continues to invest in expanding its 16.8-hectare state-of-the-art facility on the Gold Coast.
Construction is nearing completion on the new 3,400 square metre Lamination Centre, where the team will create the hulls and decks of the larger Riviera motor yachts. Work is also under way on additional painting and warehouse facilities and on the expansion of a number of existing buildings on site to accommodate demand. On water, Riviera is also expanding its marina facilities.
“The work we are currently undertaking is designed to position Riviera for decades into the future,” said Mr Longhurst. “Our dedication to creating luxurious motor yachts that offer ease of boating and create the ultimate boating experience for our owners is unwavering.”
You are doing an outstanding job because of your can-do attitude and because we are united as a team.
- Rodney Longhurst
After the successful world premiere of the 78 Motor Yacht in March and the 4600 Sport Yacht last month, Riviera is now preparing for its largest showcase of the year at Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show from May 19-22. In the only Australian boat show presentation for Riviera in 2022, Sanctuary Cove will provide boating enthusiasts with the opportunity to step aboard 12 luxury motor yachts from the company’s six distinctive model collections from 39 to 78 feet.
“Riviera continues to invest for the future through our enhanced training and operations. While we can have the very best facility and the very best equipment, it all counts for nothing without the very best team and for that we thank you,” Mr Longhurst told his team.
