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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.

Boatshed Crew are at the Miami Boatshow 2023
Boatshed Crew are at the Miami Boatshow 2023
Wednesday, 15 February 2023

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British Marine at SBS BoatLife
British Marine at SBS BoatLife
Tuesday, 14 February 2023

British Marine will be joining over 150 exhibitors and 200+ boats at SBS BoatLife 2023, which will be taking place at the NEC in Birmingham from 16-19th of February 2023.

Princess Yachts taken over by US private equity firm
Princess Yachts taken over by US private equity firm
Tuesday, 14 February 2023

Princess Yachts announced today that KPS Capital Partners, LP (“KPS”) has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire a controlling equity interest in the luxury yacht builder.

VIDEO: Want to own a piece of Zhik?
VIDEO: Want to own a piece of Zhik?
Tuesday, 14 February 2023

Technical water apparel brand Zhik has released an introductory video to launch a crowd funding campaign giving everyday sailors and loyal customers the opportunity to become shareholders and invest in the company’s future success.

Princess Yachts sold to US investor
Princess Yachts sold to US investor
Tuesday, 14 February 2023

Plymouth-based Princess Yachts, Britain’s largest luxury boatbuilder, has been sold to a US-based private equity firm.

D-Marin enters Spanish market for the first time
D-Marin enters Spanish market for the first time
Tuesday, 14 February 2023

Global marina network D-Marin is entering the Spanish market for the first time, after acquiring three marinas from Spanish marina group, Marinas del Mediterráneo.

Emily Lewis: Skipper cleared of teenager’s manslaughter after speedboat crash
Emily Lewis: Skipper cleared of teenager’s manslaughter after speedboat crash
Tuesday, 14 February 2023

A speedboat skipper has been acquitted of manslaughter charges, after the death of a 15-year-old girl during a ‘thrill ride’.

Typhoon International launches technical clothing collection
Typhoon International launches technical clothing collection
Tuesday, 14 February 2023

Typhoon International has revealed its technical clothing collection for 2023. It’s offering six new garments for sailors and powerboaters.

New non-exec director joins RYA from the Football Association
New non-exec director joins RYA from the Football Association
Tuesday, 14 February 2023

The Royal Yachting Association (RYA) has announced the appointment of a new non-executive director to its board.

Stacer Australia launches new models in Proline range
Stacer Australia launches new models in Proline range
Tuesday, 14 February 2023

Australian-based boatbuilder Stacer has launched its latest models: the Stacer 359 Proline SE and Stacer Proline 379 SE, which are designed for inland fishing enthusiasts.

Highfield Boats expands US dealer network
Highfield Boats expands US dealer network
Tuesday, 14 February 2023

RIB builder Highfield Boats has added two new dealers to its network: Riverside Marina & Yacht Sales in Riverside, New Jersey, and Rockingham Marine in Houston, Texas.

Round-up of premieres and more at Miami International Boat Show 2023
Round-up of premieres and more at Miami International Boat Show 2023
Monday, 13 February 2023

When the Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show opens its doors on 15 February 2023, visitors will be able to explore watercraft from kayaks to superyachts and view the latest marine innovations across the show’s six locations: Miam...

Luxury flat owners lose bid to dim historic Belgian lighthouse
Luxury flat owners lose bid to dim historic Belgian lighthouse
Monday, 13 February 2023

A famous lighthouse in Ostend, Belgium, will be restored to its former glory after residents of a nearby luxury apartment block lost a bid to dim its beam.

Raymarine launches five new product lines
Raymarine launches five new product lines
Monday, 13 February 2023

Marine electronics specialist Raymarine has announced the launch of five new products, which include the Axiom 2 Pro and Axiom 2 XL family of multifunction chartplotter displays, as well as a new suite of sonar products and an advanced marine cam...

Nominees for YJA Yachtsman of the Year revealed
Nominees for YJA Yachtsman of the Year revealed
Monday, 13 February 2023

The nominees for this year’s YJA Yachtsman of the Year and Young Sailor of the Year awards have been revealed.

Yamaha US names new vice president of Marine Business Unit
Yamaha US names new vice president of Marine Business Unit
Monday, 13 February 2023

Yamaha US Marine Business Unit has appointed Mark Tracy to the role of vice president. In his new position, Tracy will continue to oversee Yamaha Marine power sales and marketing teams, with the added responsibility of the marine customer experie...

First Giorgio Armani superyacht to set sail in 2024
First Giorgio Armani superyacht to set sail in 2024
Monday, 13 February 2023

A fashionable new superyacht, designed by The Italian Sea Group and Giorgio Armani, is set to hit the water in early 2024.

New Videoworks division brings ‘5G streaming’ to the high seas
New Videoworks division brings ‘5G streaming’ to the high seas
Monday, 13 February 2023

Videoworks has created a new business unit for ‘connectivity and communication solutions’, focused on providing high-speed internet to yachting clients during their time at sea.

Team Holcim PRB wins leg 2 of The Ocean Race
Team Holcim PRB wins leg 2 of The Ocean Race
Sunday, 12 February 2023

Skipper Kevin Escoffier and his Team Holcim – PRB have won Leg 2 of The Ocean Race from Cabo Verde to Cape Town after a tense battle through the final miles of the race. 

Developer reveals £200m plan for marina and hotel in Southampton
Developer reveals £200m plan for marina and hotel in Southampton
Friday, 10 February 2023

A developer has tabled a £200m plan for a new waterfront development in Southampton, with a mix of facilities including restaurants, a hotel, flats and a marina.

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