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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.

In Focus: The electric pace of new products coming to market
In Focus: The electric pace of new products coming to market
Thursday, 25 May 2023

As the season kicks off in Europe, the number of electric boats and motors is already well above the 2022 pace of development. With progress moving so quickly, it is impossible to catalogue every new boat, motor or collaboration entering the mark...

New marina and boatyard at Noss on Dart officially opens
New marina and boatyard at Noss on Dart officially opens
Thursday, 25 May 2023

Premier Marinas has officially opened its new flagship marina and boatyard at Noss on Dart in Devon.

Figurehead on Jeff Bezos’ superyacht appears to be modelled on his partner
Figurehead on Jeff Bezos’ superyacht appears to be modelled on his partner
Thursday, 25 May 2023

Amazon boss Jeff Bezos and his partner Lauren Sanchez have recently been spotted relaxing on the deck of their new superyacht Koru, which was delivered in April.

In Focus: Brunswick Corporation states its sustainability credentials
In Focus: Brunswick Corporation states its sustainability credentials
Thursday, 25 May 2023

Brunswick Corporation has published its 2022 Sustainability Report, highlighting the company’s environmental, social and governance (ESG) efforts to build a more sustainable future. The company reported several new investments in renewable ...

American boatbuilder acquires coastal cruiser brand
American boatbuilder acquires coastal cruiser brand
Thursday, 25 May 2023

The Kadey-Krogen Group, builder of Krogen trawlers and the performance cruising brand Summit Motoryachts, has acquired Washington-based American Tugs.

Riviera announces new 58 Sports Motor Yacht
Riviera announces new 58 Sports Motor Yacht
Thursday, 25 May 2023

Riviera has announced, at the opening of the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, the new 58 Sports Motor Yacht that will premiere in late 2023.  The 58 SMY joins a line-up of Sports Motor Yachts that began six years ago with the launch ...

New Kawasaki Jet-Ski Dealer for South West
New Kawasaki Jet-Ski Dealer for South West
Thursday, 25 May 2023

Kawasaki Watercraft UK, trading as Boats.co.uk, has appointed marine specialist Aquamare Marine as its latest new jet-ski dealer to enhance sales and customer support in the south west region.

New wheelchair-accessible powerboat launched in Scotland
New wheelchair-accessible powerboat launched in Scotland
Thursday, 25 May 2023

A purpose-built wheelchair-accessible powerboat has been launched on Castle Semple Loch in Renfrewshire, Scotland, enabling disabled children and adults to access and enjoy the waters of Castle Semple Loch independently and safely. 

Three prizes for Feadship at the World Superyacht Awards
Three prizes for Feadship at the World Superyacht Awards
Thursday, 25 May 2023

Feadship won three prestigious prizes at the 2023 BOAT International World Superyacht Awards on Saturday 20 May. The awards recognise the ingenuity and craftsmanship of the most remarkable luxury yachts from across the world

British Motor Yacht Show – “An excellent show”
British Motor Yacht Show – “An excellent show”
Wednesday, 24 May 2023

More than 70 boats from over 40 brands came together to produce an impressive display at the latest British Motor Yacht Show. Visitors were able to view a wide range of motorboats, dayboats and RIBs from many international brands, represented by t...

Economic impact of boating soars to $230bn in US
Economic impact of boating soars to $230bn in US
Wednesday, 24 May 2023

New data shows the annual economic impact of recreational boating in North America has increased 36 per cent in the past five years, from $170 billion in 2018 to $230 billion in 2023.

In Focus: ePropulsion looking to expand battery and commercial markets, says CEO
In Focus: ePropulsion looking to expand battery and commercial markets, says CEO
Wednesday, 24 May 2023

Earlier this month, MIN reported that ePropulsion had launched its own series of batteries. It was a quick development phase for the company. As Danny Tao (ePropulsion’s CEO) explains, after taking the design and production of battery produ...

Australia’s Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show opens tomorrow
Australia’s Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show opens tomorrow
Wednesday, 24 May 2023

Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS) opens tomorrow, Thursday 25 May, with over 300 exhibitors, 100-plus new product launches, over 700 boats and 1,000 marine products.

England launches first Marine and Coastal Wildlife Code
England launches first Marine and Coastal Wildlife Code
Wednesday, 24 May 2023

England today launches its first national Marine and Coastal Wildlife Code, designed to help people visit the coast responsibly.

In Focus: The perspiration and pain behind electric drive development
In Focus: The perspiration and pain behind electric drive development
Wednesday, 24 May 2023

“People think it’s easy to build an electrical drive system,” says ex-VW group chief strategy officer Michael Jost. He’s gathered a team of ‘believers’ under the banner of eD-TEC to create a high-performance el...

Alinghi Red Bull Racing christens second AC40
Alinghi Red Bull Racing christens second AC40
Wednesday, 24 May 2023

The Swiss challenger for the 37th America’s Cup has received its second AC40 foiling boat and, following a christening ceremony attended by the Barcelona team, it headed out to the America’s Cup race course for a test sail. This one-de...

Barton Marine appoints head of sales and marketing
Barton Marine appoints head of sales and marketing
Wednesday, 24 May 2023

UK-based supplier of deck hardware, Barton Marine, has appointed Phil Wood as its new head of sales and marketing. 

As the weather warms up, RNLI launches lifesaving Float to Live campaign
As the weather warms up, RNLI launches lifesaving Float to Live campaign
Wednesday, 24 May 2023

The RNLI has launched a vital water safety campaign ahead of the bank holiday and half term week. 

Cruising Association launches updated ‘orca information and reporting’ portal
Cruising Association launches updated ‘orca information and reporting’ portal
Wednesday, 24 May 2023

The Cruising Association (CA) has launched an updated online portal and web pages for orca information and reporting, the result of a year-long effort to gather and analyse data on orca interactions.

New wheelchair accessible powerboat launched in Renfrewshire
New wheelchair accessible powerboat launched in Renfrewshire
Wednesday, 24 May 2023

A purpose-built wheelchair accessible powerboat has been launched on Castle Semple Loch in Renfrewshire by UK charity The Wheelyboat Trust and Castle Semple Centre, an outdoor activity centre located within Clyde Muirshiel Regional Pa...

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