South Africa’s Leading Edge Marine Service Showcases African Innovation

The Africa Boating Conference 2025 will highlight one of South Africa’s most dynamic marine enterprises: The Leading Edge Marine Service, founded by visionary entrepreneur Ewald Engelbrecht. With proudly South African boatbuilding at its core and powerful international partnerships, the company is redefining Africa’s place on the global boating stage.

Raising the Bar for South African Boatbuilding

At the heart of the company’s showcase is the Invicta 30CC, a 30-foot luxury sport fisher built in Somerset West by Maiden Voyage Industries. Designed to meet international ABYC and ABP standards, the Invicta combines twin 350HP Suzuki outboards, Garmin navigation, and premium marine finishes. Export plans to Australia and New Zealand position it as a true statement of South African excellence.

The Nemesis 2200, a robust 22-foot offshore catamaran by Bromley Marine Design, brings reliability and comfort for charter operators and serious anglers. Meanwhile, the versatile Ozean.19 balances family-friendly cruising with performance fishing capabilities, ensuring adaptability for both local and export markets.

Driving African Business Forward

For Engelbrecht, supporting the Africa Boating Conference is both a business milestone and a personal mission.

Our boats are designed for local waters, built to international standards, and ready for export. The Africa Boating Conference is a chance to showcase what South African innovation and craftsmanship can achieve.

Ewald Engelbrecht, Founder of The Leading Edge Marine Service

Global Partnerships, African Reach

Beyond its in-house innovations, The Leading Edge Marine Service represents two leading international brands: Enigma Powerboats (UK) Ballistic Boats

These partnerships expand horizons for South African boating enthusiasts while strengthening the industry’s global footprint.

Support from forward-thinking companies like The Leading Edge Marine Service demonstrates the strength and ambition of Africa’s marine sector. Their innovation and international reach underline why the Africa Boating Conference is such a vital platform for our industry.

Veda Pretorius, African Boating Conference Director