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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.

ROKK Wireless – Nano 10W phone charger
ROKK Wireless – Nano 10W phone charger
Wednesday, 09 November 2022 Overview

ROKK Wireless – Nano 10W is Scanstrut’s smallest wireless phone charging mount to date. It squeezes big features into a tiny package. The ultra-compact design can be installed and used in any orientation allowing it t...

Rescue of lone sailor 70 miles out at sea to feature in final episode of BBC’s Saving Lives at Sea
Rescue of lone sailor 70 miles out at sea to feature in final episode of BBC’s Saving Lives at Sea
Tuesday, 08 November 2022

A nail-biting RNLI and Irish Coast Guard rescue of a sailor forced to cling to his stranded vessel for six hours, 70 miles out at sea will feature in the final episode of Saving Lives at Sea on BBC Two.

‘Gunwharf Quays Christmas Village’ returns
‘Gunwharf Quays Christmas Village’ returns
Tuesday, 08 November 2022

This Christmas Gunwharf Quays will welcome back its exciting festive attraction, ‘Gunwharf Quays Christmas Village’, after a fantastic debut season in 2021. The Village will open Saturday 12 November in the Plaza and run until Monday 2...

Maritime Yacht Services continues UK expansion plans
Maritime Yacht Services continues UK expansion plans
Tuesday, 08 November 2022

This December, Maritime Yacht Services are continuing their UK expansion plans by adding an 8,000sq. ft workshop and office complex in the heart of the Solent.

Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show sold
Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show sold
Tuesday, 08 November 2022

XPO Exhibitions is acquiring the Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show from long-time owner Auckland Water Ski Club (AWSC).

Petition to home Ukrainian refugees on seized superyacht
Petition to home Ukrainian refugees on seized superyacht
Tuesday, 08 November 2022

A petition calling for a superyacht to be used to house refugees has received more than 28,000 signatures, but it’s taken eight months to get this far.

Yachtsman and entrepreneur Peter de Savary passes away
Yachtsman and entrepreneur Peter de Savary passes away
Tuesday, 08 November 2022

Yachtsman and tycoon Peter de Savary has passed away at the age of 78.

Maritime Yacht Services takes on new site at Premier Universal Marina
Maritime Yacht Services takes on new site at Premier Universal Marina
Tuesday, 08 November 2022

Maritime Yacht Services says it is continuing its UK expansion plans by adding an 8,000 sq. ft workshop and office complex to its locations. Sited at Premier Universal Marina, Southampton, Hanger One will be able to house boats from small persona...

Recycling on superyachts: is the tide turning?
Recycling on superyachts: is the tide turning?
Tuesday, 08 November 2022

While the extravagance of a luxury yacht does not lend itself easily to eco-friendly living, is the industry beginning to tackle onboard waste and recycling on superyachts more effectively?

Sanlorenzo launches first 57Steel
Sanlorenzo launches first 57Steel
Tuesday, 08 November 2022

Italian yacht builder Sanlorenzo has launched the first unit of the 57Steel line at its La Spezia shipyard.

Dorset marine firm signs distribution deal with Lasdrop Shaft Seals
Dorset marine firm signs distribution deal with Lasdrop Shaft Seals
Tuesday, 08 November 2022

Dorset-based maritime equipment specialist Marine Components International (MCI) has signed a European distributor deal with Lasdrop Shaft Seals, a manufacturer of marine dripless shaft seals.

Route du Rhum-Destination Guadeloupe records ready to tumble
Route du Rhum-Destination Guadeloupe records ready to tumble
Monday, 07 November 2022

With the time and date now set for the start of the 12th Route du Rhum – Destination Guadeloupe on Wednesday 9th November at 1415hrs, it looks like being a fast race.

Seldén Mast launches electric Code 0 furling system
Seldén Mast launches electric Code 0 furling system
Monday, 07 November 2022

Swedish mast and deck hardware manufacturer, Seldén Mast is expanding its range of electronically driven sail handling products with the launch of the CXe45.

WATCH: Two people rescued after aircraft crashes off Jersey coast
WATCH: Two people rescued after aircraft crashes off Jersey coast
Monday, 07 November 2022

Two men say they are ‘indebted’ to the RNLI, after their light aircraft ditched in the ocean off the coast of Jersey.

Seldén launches electric Code 0 furling system
Seldén launches electric Code 0 furling system
Monday, 07 November 2022

Swedish mast and deck hardware manufacturer, Seldén Mast is expanding its range of electronically driven sail-handling products with the launch of the CXe45.

America’s Cup signs ‘Top Gun’ producer for 2024 documentary
America’s Cup signs ‘Top Gun’ producer for 2024 documentary
Monday, 07 November 2022

America’s Cup and media company Skydance Sports are partnering to produce an all-access, behind-the-scenes documentary series on the 37th edition of the America’s Cup in 2024.

British sailor Pip Hare breaks two records in one go
British sailor Pip Hare breaks two records in one go
Monday, 07 November 2022

Vendee Globe veteran Pip Hare has broken two sailing records at once, after sailing around the Isle of Wight single-handed.

Perini Navi collaborates with Malcolm McKeon on 56m ketch
Perini Navi collaborates with Malcolm McKeon on 56m ketch
Monday, 07 November 2022

Perini Navi is collaborating with Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design for the shipyard’s new 56m ketch yacht design.

December 2022 BoatBid - Open for Entries
December 2022 BoatBid - Open for Entries
Monday, 07 November 2022

Are you considering selling your boat? And want to sell your boat quickly with a Boatshed broker?

UKSA partners with tour operator to offer guaranteed jobs
UKSA partners with tour operator to offer guaranteed jobs
Monday, 07 November 2022

Maritime education and training charity, UKSA is partnering with tour operator Neilson Active Holidays to offer watersports instructor training students guaranteed job roles with Neilson, as well as course fee support.

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