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This is where we publish our boat related stories and articles, which range from world circumnavigation to rescue missions, humour and much, much more. So make yourself a coffee and settle yourself down to a good read.

Team ‘Wild Waves’ Set to Conquer “World’s Toughest Row” Across Pacific Ocean
Team ‘Wild Waves’ Set to Conquer “World’s Toughest Row” Across Pacific Ocean
Friday, 01 March 2024

Just over two years after shocking the ocean rowing world by setting a new record for the fastest female pair to row across the Atlantic, best friends and adventure seekers Jessica Oliver and Charlotte Harris are eyeing an even bigger prize &ndash...

Barcelona Boat Show preparing a special edition
Barcelona Boat Show preparing a special edition
Friday, 01 March 2024

The Barcelona Boat Show will participate in the 37th edition of the America’s Cup, which will take place for the first time in Barcelona’s waters, in an informative format specially adapted for the occasion.

Free app unveils shipwrecks history and wildlife of North East coastline
Free app unveils shipwrecks history and wildlife of North East coastline
Friday, 01 March 2024

A free app has been launched to connect residents with coastal wildlife, heritage and immersive stories with wrecks and places along the Tyne to Tees coast.

Onboard with Boatshed - All At Sea MARCH
Onboard with Boatshed - All At Sea MARCH
Friday, 01 March 2024

The state of the boat sales market

First Nolimits superyacht sold two weeks after brand’s launch
First Nolimits superyacht sold two weeks after brand’s launch
Friday, 01 March 2024

Italian boatbuilder Rossinavi has sold the first unit in its Nolimits NL45 series to an American client, just two weeks after the global launch of the shipyard’s Nolimits brand.

In Focus: Regulations, technologies and sustainability in the marine coatings industry
In Focus: Regulations, technologies and sustainability in the marine coatings industry
Friday, 01 March 2024

In the maritime industry, the interplay between regulations, technologies and sustainability is crucial, particularly when it comes to selecting antifouling coatings for vessels, writes Davide Ippolito (director, solution management, marine) at H...

Speeding ticket in Falmouth Harbour costs £3,000
Speeding ticket in Falmouth Harbour costs £3,000
Friday, 01 March 2024

A boat owner caught on Falmouth Harbour’s CCTV system, operating at almost three times the six knot inner harbour limit during a busy summer’s day, has been ordered to pay £3,061 in fines and costs by magistrates sitting in Trur...

savvy navvy adds ‘over the horizon’ data to app
savvy navvy adds ‘over the horizon’ data to app
Friday, 01 March 2024

Marine technology company savvy navvy has rolled out Over the Horizon AIS (OHA) in its latest app update. OHA uses the phone’s internet connection to stream other vessels’ locations in real-time directly to the app, improving safety o...

Equality is not a yearly insta post, says boatbuilder
Equality is not a yearly insta post, says boatbuilder
Friday, 01 March 2024

“Creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an everyday challenge and conversation, not a yearly post,” says Belinda Joslin. She’s the founder of the Instagram group, Women in Boatbuilding, which she started...

In Focus: Avantis Group acquires Bulldog Coating Services
In Focus: Avantis Group acquires Bulldog Coating Services
Friday, 01 March 2024

Bridgend-based Avantis Group has acquired Newcastle-based Bulldog Coating Services. This acquisition marks a significant step in Avantis Group’s growth strategy. The company says it will enhance its service offering and will see Avantis off...

New Build Boats with Boatshed - Nutshell 26
New Build Boats with Boatshed - Nutshell 26
Friday, 01 March 2024

Boatshed are currently working alongside 14 boat manufacturers to advertise new build boats including catamarans, electric boats, fishing boats and even innovative stand up boats!

Wessex Resins and Adhesives to showcase Pro-Set epoxy systems at JEC World
Wessex Resins and Adhesives to showcase Pro-Set epoxy systems at JEC World
Friday, 01 March 2024

Wessex Resins is attending the 2024 JEC World event in Paris (5-7 March) and is taking its Pro-Set epoxy team to Booth 5F31 at Paris-Nord Villepinte.

Maritime Registrations Open for Scottish Traditional Boat Festival
Maritime Registrations Open for Scottish Traditional Boat Festival
Thursday, 29 February 2024

The 31st annual Scottish Traditional Boat Festival returns to the historic harbour of Portsoy on Saturday 22nd and Sunday 23rd June 2024. Welcoming heritage craft from across the country, registrations are now open for skippers and saili...

Superyacht UK announces the launch of the Superyacht UK Young Designer Competition 2024
Superyacht UK announces the launch of the Superyacht UK Young Designer Competition 2024
Thursday, 29 February 2024

Superyacht UK, a membership only association representing the interests of the UK Superyacht industry in the UK and overseas, has announced the launch of the 2024 Superyacht UK Young Designer Competition.

The Moorings launch luxury powerboat cruising in Dubrovnik
The Moorings launch luxury powerboat cruising in Dubrovnik
Thursday, 29 February 2024

The Moorings is launching new powerboat trips in Dubrovnik, Croatia, for the summer 2024 season, catering to both casual cruisers and adventurous explorers, available to book now.

Expedition Zero launches first ‘sustainable’ expedition through Northwest Passage
Expedition Zero launches first ‘sustainable’ expedition through Northwest Passage
Thursday, 29 February 2024

Just a month after its launch at boot Düsseldorf, adventure sailing startup Expedition Zero has revealed plans for an inaugural expedition through the Northwest Passage.

Transatlantic rower found dead on boat while attempting charity challenge
Transatlantic rower found dead on boat while attempting charity challenge
Thursday, 29 February 2024

A 54-year-old British man has been found dead on his boat after falling ill while attempting to row across the Atlantic to raise money for charity.

MIN magazine – spring boat show edition
MIN magazine – spring boat show edition
Thursday, 29 February 2024

The MIN editorial team is currently hard at work creating another issue full of insightful industry content for our readers. 

Entries open for Superyacht UK Young Designer Competition 2024
Entries open for Superyacht UK Young Designer Competition 2024
Thursday, 29 February 2024

Superyacht UK, a membership-only association representing the interests of the UK Superyacht industry in the UK and overseas, has launched the 2024 Superyacht UK Young Designer Competition.

Henri-Lloyd appoints Knut Frostad as executive chair
Henri-Lloyd appoints Knut Frostad as executive chair
Thursday, 29 February 2024

Monte Rosa Sports (MRS) has confirmed that main board director Knut Frostad will join Henri-Lloyd as executive chair from 1 March 2024.

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