Freedom Boat Club today announced that it will open its first location in Australian island state Tasmania this year. The location is near Hobart’s central business district on the River Derwent within a short distance of cruising areas Storm Bay and Bruny Island.
“Tasmania is extraordinary, and its boating culture emanates everywhere,” FBC Asia-Pacific general manager David Kurczewski said in a statement. “We are excited to bring the Freedom Boat Club adventure to the River Derwent, Bruny Island and the broader region. Freedom Boat Club Tasmania will give locals and travelers a simple, safe and easy way to enjoy these waters year-round.”
The club is slated to launch with a fleet tailored for cruising, fishing and family adventures,including boats from Arvor, Rayglass and Sea Ray. The franchise is independently owned and operated by Kelvin Markham and Mark Bent, longtime Hobart residents, business leaders and boaters with experience across tourism, sales and recreation.
“We’ve spent our lives on the waters around Hobart, from New Norfolk to Bruny Island, and we know how special this place is,” Markham said in the statement. “Freedom Boat Club allows people to enjoy boating without the hassle — just step aboard, explore, and let our team take care of the rest.”
