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Sheringham RNLI’s rescue services suspended after structural concerns about building
Friday, 14 February 2025All activity at Sheringham RNLI (Norfolk) has been suspended with immediate effect. The news comes after a structural survey of the lifeboat station building resulted in serious safety concerns.
E-Force Marine sets timeline for Aurora E30 launch
Friday, 14 February 2025E-Force Marine is moving from focusing on electric propulsion systems and is now applying its expertise to an entire vessel . . . to make fully electric boats. It’s shared details of the Aurora E30, a 30 foot electric catamaran.
Four step solution to boarding superyachts
Friday, 14 February 2025Boarding superyachts just got a little easier thanks to Shipyard Supply Co’s (SSCo) modular four step dock steps . . . which can also be two steps when needed. Flexibility is key when crew’s need to quickly adjust to different dock co...
Wave International supplies RC Dock’s unmanned vessels with bilge filters
Friday, 14 February 2025Wave International’s products are to be used to finesse RC Dock’s robotic vessels’ environmental anti-pollution protection. The news comes as the latter looks to offer significant operation cost savings to its customers and achi...
MJM Yachts welcomes new leadership team members
Friday, 14 February 2025North Carolina boartbuilder MJM Yachts has appointed two yachting industry veterans to its leadership team. Matthew Saloom joins MJM as chief operating officer, and Brent Brewster is the new chief financial officer (CFO).
Must-visit sailing holiday hotspots in Thailand for 2025
Thursday, 13 February 2025Whether you want to feel like you’ve stepped through your TV into the world of White Lotus, or want to discover the hidden gems of Thailand away from the crowds of tourists expected to visit after the series airs, travel expert Ash...
Windermere Lake Cruises’ oldest vessel is back in action
Thursday, 13 February 2025MV Tern, the oldest vessel in Windermere Lake Cruises 16 strong fleet, is proving age is no object as she gears up for action this weekend following a winter refurbishment.
Yamaha posts mixed results for fiscal year 2024
Thursday, 13 February 2025Yamaha Motor Co. has released its consolidated financial results for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024.
Arksen founder: building the ‘Red Bull brand of the marine industry’
Thursday, 13 February 2025Arksen founder Jasper Smith discusses building brand equity through sustainability, documentaries, product outreach and philanthropy.
Brunswick CEO David Foulkes named board chair
Thursday, 13 February 2025The Brunswick Corporation board of directors has elected CEO David M. Foulkes as chair of the board, effective 1 March.
Miami Boat Show: Honda unveils 7 new outboard motors
Thursday, 13 February 2025Honda has introduced seven new large-displacement outboard motor models – BF250, BF225, BF200, BF150, BF140, BF135 and BF115 – at the 2025 Miami International Boat Show, which kicked off yesterday (12 February) and runs until Sunday i...
MAIB issues report after man was electrocuted on superyacht
Thursday, 13 February 2025The MAIB has published its accident investigation report into the fatal injuries sustained by the chief engineer on board the Isle of Man registered motor yacht Baton Rouge at Falmouth Harbour, Antigua on 23 February 2024.
LKQ Leisure and Marine appoints new business director
Thursday, 13 February 2025LKQ Leisure and Marine, part of LKQ UK and Ireland, has appointed Bob Wiffen as business director following the departure of Adam Ramsden, who served as managing director for six years.
Elica Yard increases production capabilities
Thursday, 13 February 2025Elica Yard, an emerging name in luxury yacht manufacturing, has enhanced its production capabilities with the installation of a 5-axis CNC gantry milling machine — the Poseidon by CMS. The machine should increase the yard’s ability to...
boatfolk completes upgrades at Royal Quays Marina
Wednesday, 12 February 2025National marina group, boatfolk, has completed a series of upgrade works at Royal Quays Marina in North Shields.
Steamship Shieldhall’s 70th year afloat to culminate with joint Waverley sailing
Wednesday, 12 February 2025Join Southampton’s heritage steamship SS Shieldhall for a rarely seen and wonderful sight on southern coastal waters on Saturday 13th September when two heritage steamships, Shieldhall and Waverley, both built in Scotland and today forming p...
Newlywed RNLI lifesavers ready to leave Valentine’s Day dinner if pager sounds
Wednesday, 12 February 2025Two newlyweds who volunteer for the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) are preparing to spend their first Valentine’s Day together as a married couple – but will be ready to leave their romantic dinner to rescue those in need.<...
WEYMOUTH UNVEILS ‘DINO-MITE’ FOSSIL TRAIL
Wednesday, 12 February 2025We Are Weymouth, the town’s Business Improvement District (BID), is introducing phase one of the Weymouth Fossil Trail, an exciting and educational permanent installation showcasing the region’s incredible Jurassic heritage.
Miami Boat Show 2025 opens across six locations
Wednesday, 12 February 2025The US boating industry is gathering in Florida for the 2025 Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show, which begins today (12 February 2025) and runs through Sunday (16 February 2025).
America’s Cup: New Zealand Rugby sues Ineos over sponsorship fee
Wednesday, 12 February 2025New Zealand Rugby (NZR) has launched legal action against Ineos, the multinational chemicals company owned by British billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe, over an alleged breach of their six-year sponsorship agreement.
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