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Marine company receives accolades for employee-ownership
Marine company receives accolades for employee-ownership
Friday, 22 March 2024

In Jan 2022, Imtra announced it was now owned by its employees. The then owners sold 100 per cent ownership rights of the company to its employees through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Now 74 out of the 78 employees have a very persona...

Marine Components International appointed as exclusive UK distributor for Mantus
Marine Components International appointed as exclusive UK distributor for Mantus
Friday, 22 March 2024

Marine Components International (MCI) has been appointed as the exclusive UK marine distributor for USA quick setting anchor manufacturer, Mantus Marine.

New Build Boats with Boatshed - Macan Boats
New Build Boats with Boatshed - Macan Boats
Friday, 22 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!

Mark Zuckerberg rumoured to have bought a Feadship
Mark Zuckerberg rumoured to have bought a Feadship
Friday, 22 March 2024

The yachting world is currently speculating that Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has finally bought a superyacht. Well, two.

Sustainable superyacht degree offered by Solent University
Sustainable superyacht degree offered by Solent University
Friday, 22 March 2024

​Solent University, Southampton has unveiled a brand-new MSc for the 2024/25 academic year: Sustainable Marine Craft and Superyacht Design. It’s the first degree of its kind in the UK.

A+T Instruments looking to repeat 2023 race successes
A+T Instruments looking to repeat 2023 race successes
Friday, 22 March 2024

A+T Instruments says its products are now on over 500 superyachts and race boats. 2023 was a great year, the company says, as it delivered upgrades for existing yachts as well as complete systems for new-builds and major refits.

Pressure mounts as all ten teams prepare for SailGP’s historic return to Lyttelton Harbour
Pressure mounts as all ten teams prepare for SailGP’s historic return to Lyttelton Harbour
Friday, 22 March 2024 Following a spectacular inaugural event in 2023, this year’s ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix | Christchurch is expected to make history as the world’s largest-ever ticketed sailing event – with 22,000 attendees expected to visit Lyt...
Helly Hansen to support RNLI’s Mayday campaign
Helly Hansen to support RNLI’s Mayday campaign
Friday, 22 March 2024

Helly Hansen is donating 25 per cent of all UK online sales during May to the RNLI. This is a practice it adopted in 2018 to support the charity in raising funds ahead of the summer season.

Rooster Revive Launched
Rooster Revive Launched
Thursday, 21 March 2024

Rooster®  is launching Rooster Revive, its new repair service aimed at helping customers extend the lifespan of their wetsuits, clothing, sails, boat bags and more.

Superyacht UK Young Designer Competition officially underway
Superyacht UK Young Designer Competition officially underway
Thursday, 21 March 2024

University Staff and students enjoy visit to Sunseeker International to learn more about the competition and tour the Sunseeker Shipyard and Technology centre

New reasons to visit Buckler’s Hard for spring and Easter
New reasons to visit Buckler’s Hard for spring and Easter
Thursday, 21 March 2024

From the season’s first River Cruises to a free art exhibition and fun with the Buzztastic Bee-Balancing Blundershow at Family Conservation Awareness Day, here are new reasons to visit Buckler’s Hard this spring and Easter:

Palm Beach International Boat Show opens its doors
Palm Beach International Boat Show opens its doors
Thursday, 21 March 2024

The 42nd Annual Palm Beach International Boat Show opens its doors today, running from 21-24 March 2024 in downtown West Palm Beach.

Cantiere Del Pardo opens first US office
Cantiere Del Pardo opens first US office
Thursday, 21 March 2024

Cantiere del Pardo has opened a new representation office in the United States, located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Groupe Beneteau reports record earnings for 2023
Groupe Beneteau reports record earnings for 2023
Thursday, 21 March 2024

French boatbuilding giant Groupe Beneteau has released its consolidated full-year earnings, revealing a record financial performance for 2023.

MarineMax expands in the Florida Keys
MarineMax expands in the Florida Keys
Thursday, 21 March 2024

MarineMax, which bills itself as the world’s largest recreational boat and yacht retailer, is expanding across Islamorada, Florida, with the addition of dealership Native Marine.

Superyacht Technology Show adds hybrid and electric zone
Superyacht Technology Show adds hybrid and electric zone
Thursday, 21 March 2024

Superyacht Technology Network (SYT Network) has announced a major expansion of its annual Superyacht Technology Show for 2025, with the inclusion of a new hybrid and electric zone.

Wave International appoints distributor for Turkey
Wave International appoints distributor for Turkey
Thursday, 21 March 2024

Wavestream, a UK firm specialising in environmental protection filter technology, has appointed Navantec as its Turkish distributor.

Technical Marine Supplies brings Colt wire tension gauge to European market
Technical Marine Supplies brings Colt wire tension gauge to European market
Thursday, 21 March 2024

Marine rigging hardware supplier Technical Marine Supplies has started European distribution of the Colt wire tension gauge, a tool designed to enhance the efficiency and safety of marine rigging.

40 Years of IRC Rating  Made by sailors for sailors
40 Years of IRC Rating Made by sailors for sailors
Thursday, 21 March 2024

In 2024 the International Rating Certificate (IRC) celebrates 40 years of yacht rating around the world.

INVESTMENT IN MIDLANDS HEADQUARTERS AND DISTRIBUTION CENTRE
INVESTMENT IN MIDLANDS HEADQUARTERS AND DISTRIBUTION CENTRE
Thursday, 21 March 2024

Aftermarket distributor of parts and accessories to the static and touring caravan, motorhome and marine sectors, LKQ Leisure and Marine, has announced the completion of a £400,000 programme of investment in its Central UK distribution centr...

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