Iluka Yachts

Iluka Yachts is an Australian-owned and handcrafted boatbuilding and marine services company specialising in custom powerboats, high-quality aluminium boat trailers, and advanced composite manufacturing. Established in 2018, the company has quickly built a strong reputation for craftsmanship, attention to detail and customer-focused service, setting new standards in the local marine industry.

Based in New South Wales, Iluka Yachts designs and builds the ILUKA Yacht range of Australian-made power vessels, including the ILUKA 1800, 2800 and 3400. These boats feature 100% composite construction and are engineered for stability, efficiency and versatility, with multiple deck layouts and configurations to suit different uses—from day boating and family cruising to more specialised applications. Every hull and deck is built using high-quality composite materials, reflecting the company’s commitment to structural integrity, performance and long-term durability.

Craftsmanship is at the core of Iluka Yachts’ philosophy. Each boat and trailer is handcrafted using the highest quality materials available, with a strong emphasis on functionality, practicality and ease of ownership. The team combines traditional shipwright skills with modern composite techniques such as infusion and vacuum bagging to produce carbon fibre and fibreglass components for marine, automotive and aeronautical applications. In addition to new builds, Iluka Yachts delivers refit, restoration and rebuild projects, offering haul-out facilities and comprehensive yacht management, maintenance and repair across Australia’s east coast.

Iluka Yachts also manufactures and supplies Spitfire aluminium boat trailers, designed to complement their boat range and to serve a wider market of trailer boat owners. These trailers are built from corrosion-resistant aluminium and high-grade components, with a focus on custom fit, reliability and safe, straightforward towing. Factory-direct pricing and tailored setup aim to provide strong value without compromising on quality.

The company’s culture is strongly shaped by the experience of its founders and team. Founder Sam Walton is a qualified master shipwright whose passion for boats began in early childhood and has evolved into a career focused on creating practical, well-thought-out vessels. His design of the ILUKA 1800 highlights his emphasis on functionality, stability and ease of use for owners who may be new to boating. Working alongside him, Cameron Baillie brings a technical trades and design background with extensive involvement in high-performance power and sailing projects. His vision at Iluka Yachts is to deliver stylish Australian-made vessels tailored to each owner’s personal requirements, combining performance, aesthetics and owner-specific layouts.

Iluka Yachts is supported by a growing in-house team of boat builders, apprentices and specialist technicians, reflecting the company’s investment in local skills and long-term craftsmanship. Team members contribute across custom boatbuilding, trailer construction, composite manufacturing and mechanical support, reinforcing Iluka’s ability to manage complex projects from concept through to completion.

Beyond building new vessels and trailers, Iluka Yachts offers project management and marine services throughout Sydney and along the east coast of Australia. Services include yacht management, ongoing maintenance, repair work, refits, and custom composite fabrication. Working in collaboration with established composite specialists, the company can handle a wide range of projects, from performance yachts and custom cruisers to specialised parts and structures.

In all aspects of its operation—boatbuilding, trailers, refits and composite production—Iluka Yachts emphasises quality, reliability and customer satisfaction. Their approach combines hands-on craftsmanship, modern materials and a close, personalised relationship with clients to help them realise their boating ambitions, whether through a new ILUKA yacht, a custom trailer, or a comprehensive refit project.