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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.

UK’S ULTIMATE SEA VIEWS REVEALED!
UK’S ULTIMATE SEA VIEWS REVEALED!
Monday, 26 September 2022

National maritime charity, the Shipwrecked Mariners’ Society, has announced the winner of its tenth annual photography competition, showcasing images relating to all aspects of the UK’s historic relationship with the sea.

Italian yachting industry exports reach all time high
Italian yachting industry exports reach all time high
Monday, 26 September 2022

New figures released at the Genoa International Boat Show show that 2021 had the ‘best increase in turnover ever’ for the Italian yachting industry. Plus, according to the Boating Economic Forecast conference, ‘the boating year ...

Borrow a Boat announces first US acquisition
Borrow a Boat announces first US acquisition
Monday, 26 September 2022

UK boat hire and charter marketplace Borrow a Boat has bought US-based peer-to-peer charter platform KellyBoat, as it seeks to expand within the US market.

Feadship Slice – company unveils new 85m superyacht concept
Feadship Slice – company unveils new 85m superyacht concept
Monday, 26 September 2022

Dutch superyacht builder Feadship is to debut its latest concept yacht Slice at the 2022 Monaco Yacht Show (28 September-1 October).

Scanstrut moves to larger facility following ‘significant’ sales growth
Scanstrut moves to larger facility following ‘significant’ sales growth
Monday, 26 September 2022

Due to phenomenal growth over the last two years, Scanstrut has moved into a significantly larger facility in Westbrook, CT. The new location is the headquarters for the company’s North American operations and serves all of its distribution...

SBS Trailers now available at boatfolk marinas
SBS Trailers now available at boatfolk marinas
Monday, 26 September 2022

SBS Trailers and boatfolk have announced a new partnership meaning SBS Trailers are now available through boatfolk’s network of marinas.

VIDEO: Southampton International Boat Show celebrates another phenomenal event
VIDEO: Southampton International Boat Show celebrates another phenomenal event
Saturday, 24 September 2022

Show heralded a great success by organisers, exhibitors, sponsors and visitors… plus take advantage of our 2023 early bird ticket offer.

The Yacht Harbour Association Marina of the Year Awards 2022 revealed at the Southampton International Boat Show
The Yacht Harbour Association Marina of the Year Awards 2022 revealed at the Southampton International Boat Show
Friday, 23 September 2022

At the Southampton International Boat Show winners of The Yacht Harbour Association Marina of the Year Awards 2022, sponsored by Towergate Insurance, were revealed on the Foredeck Stage.

Dazzling flotilla of 150 boats to sail through London in tribute to Queen Elizabeth II
Dazzling flotilla of 150 boats to sail through London in tribute to Queen Elizabeth II
Friday, 23 September 2022

A new RNLI lifeboat named Duke of Edinburgh will join more than 150 boats on the River Thames in London this weekend to commemorate the life and 70-year reign of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

boatFolk and SBS Trailers team up
boatFolk and SBS Trailers team up
Friday, 23 September 2022

SBS Trailers and boatfolk have announced a new partnership during the Southampton Boat Show, resulting in SBS Trailers now being available through boatfolk’s nationwide family of Marinas.

Suzuki to supply INEOS Britannia with chase boat outboards
Suzuki to supply INEOS Britannia with chase boat outboards
Friday, 23 September 2022

Suzuki GB has partnered with INEOS Britannia to become the official supplier of outboard motors for its fleet of chase boats, which will support INEOS Britannia, the Challenger of Record for the 37th America’s Cup in 2024.

‘IN OUR ELEMENT’ ATLANTIC ROWING TEAM ARRIVE AT SIBS WITH A SERIOUS ENVIRONMENTAL MESSAGE
‘IN OUR ELEMENT’ ATLANTIC ROWING TEAM ARRIVE AT SIBS WITH A SERIOUS ENVIRONMENTAL MESSAGE
Friday, 23 September 2022

The In Our Element Atlantic Rowing team took a break in their training schedule to visit the Southampton International Boat Show for their final public appearance before they pack up the boat for La Gomera and the start of the Talisker Whisky Atla...

Ferretti Group to use Rolls-Royce mtu engines until 2027
Ferretti Group to use Rolls-Royce mtu engines until 2027
Friday, 23 September 2022

Ferretti Group is to continue to use Rolls-Royce mtu engines and propulsion systems to power its yachts until at least 2027, after the firms renewed an ongoing supply agreement.

First look: Sunreef Supreme 70 Eco
First look: Sunreef Supreme 70 Eco
Friday, 23 September 2022

Sunreef Yachts has unveiled the first images of its latest solar-electric craft, the Sunreef Supreme 70 Eco.

Berthon appoints new Gemini RIBs sales exec
Berthon appoints new Gemini RIBs sales exec
Friday, 23 September 2022

Berthon Rib Solutions has appointed James Myatt as Gemini RIBs UK and Ireland sales executive.

Wetwheels to launch eighth boat in 2024
Wetwheels to launch eighth boat in 2024
Friday, 23 September 2022

Wetwheels will launch the eighth boat in its fleet – Wetwheels Torbay – in Devon in spring 2024.

Sonardyne opens new HQ in South East Asia
Sonardyne opens new HQ in South East Asia
Friday, 23 September 2022

Marine technology company Sonardyne has opened its new South East Asia headquarters at Loyang Offshore Supply Base, Singapore. 

RNLI lifeboat Duke of Edinburgh to join Thames flotilla
RNLI lifeboat Duke of Edinburgh to join Thames flotilla
Thursday, 22 September 2022

A new RNLI lifeboat named Duke of Edinburgh will join more than 150 boats on the River Thames in London this weekend to commemorate the life and 70-year reign of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

SailGP making progress on Women’s Pathway anniversary
SailGP making progress on Women’s Pathway anniversary
Thursday, 22 September 2022 In a landmark year for women’s sport across the world, SailGP will celebrate its own milestone in the quest for gender equity this week at the Spain Sail Grand Prix | Andalucía – Cádiz presented by NEAR. The sixth...
Sustainable Boating Pledge launched at Southampton International Boat Show
Sustainable Boating Pledge launched at Southampton International Boat Show
Thursday, 22 September 2022

From narrowboat liveaboards to dinghy and yacht sailors, to personal watercraft owners and motor cruisers, The Green Blue Boating Pledge is a new way for all boat users to show their commitment to protecting and respecting the environment.

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