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ROUND THE ISLAND RACE WEEKEND – A WEEK TO GO!
ROUND THE ISLAND RACE WEEKEND – A WEEK TO GO!
Friday, 07 June 2024

The excitement is building for the world-famous Round the Island Race on Saturday 15th June. It’s both a prestigious and a challenging race, and regularly attracts a diverse range of sailors from Olympians and professional race teams, keen a...

World Sailing announces hosts of new-format 2026-2027 World Sailing Championships
World Sailing announces hosts of new-format 2026-2027 World Sailing Championships
Friday, 07 June 2024

World Sailing has selected the cities of Valencia in Spain and Gdynia in Poland to host the 2026-2027 World Sailing Championships as the event moves to a split format for the first time.

Le Boat and Groupe Beneteau’s ten-year plan to build 400 Delphias
Le Boat and Groupe Beneteau’s ten-year plan to build 400 Delphias
Friday, 07 June 2024

Groupe Beneteau has taken another step forward in its quest to ‘move upmarket’. It’s doing this by responding to the growing demand in the sharing economy – as evidenced by today’s report on a boom in boating ‘...

Creation of superyacht division represents a pivotal moment for MarineMax
Creation of superyacht division represents a pivotal moment for MarineMax
Friday, 07 June 2024

MarineMax is creating a superyacht division from its previous shopping sprees. The acquisitions of Fraser Yachts, Northrop & Johnson, Fairport Yacht Management, SuperYacht Management (SYM), and Atalanta Golden Yachts means it’s become t...

Leisure boat report: 58% of growth from North America
Leisure boat report: 58% of growth from North America
Friday, 07 June 2024

According to a new report, North America is estimated to contribute 58 per cent to the growth of the global marine market. 

New leadership for YJA as Katy Stickland appointed chairman
New leadership for YJA as Katy Stickland appointed chairman
Friday, 07 June 2024

Katy Stickland, new chair for the Yachting Journalists Association (YJA), is “excited about developing plans so it [YJA] continues to grow, offering new opportunities and focusing on supporting and nurturing those who want to work in our in...

Cummins Marine launches new engine for boats on inland waterways
Cummins Marine launches new engine for boats on inland waterways
Friday, 07 June 2024

Cummins is launching its new QSK38 Stage V power solution – more commonly known as an engine – for vessels operating on European inland waterways. The Stage V certified QSK38 delivers 1400 hp (1044 kW) at 1800 rpm.

Technical Marine Supplies launches new Vesscomm telematics range
Technical Marine Supplies launches new Vesscomm telematics range
Friday, 07 June 2024

Technical Marine Supplies, the exclusive global distribution partner for the Vesscomm telematics range, is unveiling the latter’s latest products, at Seawork next week (the UK’s commercial boat show, stand G46).

Union Maritime to equip 34 tankers with wind propulsion, and invest in BAR Technologies
Union Maritime to equip 34 tankers with wind propulsion, and invest in BAR Technologies
Friday, 07 June 2024

Union Maritime says it is leading the global shipping industry into a new era of wind propulsion. The environmental benefits of using wind propulsion are hardly a secret, and BAR Technologies has been shouting about the economic benefits of its W...

Classic superyacht regatta’s £1Million boost to Cornish economy
Classic superyacht regatta’s £1Million boost to Cornish economy
Thursday, 06 June 2024

As well as providing a feast for the eyes during three days of racing in Falmouth Bay, the classic superyacht regatta Richard Mille Cup has brought an estimated £1Million into the local economy.

Largs Yacht Haven increases capacity for larger vessels
Largs Yacht Haven increases capacity for larger vessels
Thursday, 06 June 2024

Scotland’s largest marina has adjusted their berthing layout to meet growing demand for berthing vessels up to 20m in length.

The Cruising Association names the National Coastwatch Institution as official charity
The Cruising Association names the National Coastwatch Institution as official charity
Thursday, 06 June 2024

The CA has announced the National Coastwatch Institution (NCI) as its charity partner.

YouBoat Marine and Mustang Survival Host Joint Promotion for Round The Island Race Competitors
YouBoat Marine and Mustang Survival Host Joint Promotion for Round The Island Race Competitors
Thursday, 06 June 2024

In anticipation of the Round The Island Race on June 15th, YouBoat Marine and Mustang Survival are collaborating on an exciting joint promotion. This exclusive event will take place on June 14 providing sailors with a prime opportunity to gear up ...

Scotland’s Largs Yacht Haven increases capacity for larger vessels
Scotland’s Largs Yacht Haven increases capacity for larger vessels
Thursday, 06 June 2024

Largs Yacht Haven in Scotland is increasing capacity for vessels up to 20m in length.

Saxdor expanding with new facility in Finland
Saxdor expanding with new facility in Finland
Thursday, 06 June 2024

Finnish boatbuilder Saxdor Yachts is expanding its production capacity with a new shipyard in Larsmo, Finland. The company says expanding production with a new shipyard is in response to ‘soaring demand for Saxdor’s innovative and hig...

RAD Propulsion accelerates with £4.3m investment round
RAD Propulsion accelerates with £4.3m investment round
Thursday, 06 June 2024

Marine technology company, RAD Propulsion, has successfully closed a £4.27m investment round led by One Planet Capital, Ocean Infinity, The FSE Group and High Growth Robotics, supported by Blake Morgan LLP, Fair Advisers and existing invest...

New board member appointments at ICOMIA
New board member appointments at ICOMIA
Thursday, 06 June 2024

ICOMIA members have approved four new appointments to the board of directors during the 58th ICOMIA annual general meeting,

Sika expands marine team and continues growth
Sika expands marine team and continues growth
Thursday, 06 June 2024

Specialty chemicals company Sika is continuing its growth and commitment to innovation within the marine industry with a robust portfolio of high-performance products and new account manager opening in the UK

Fincantieri signs agreement to advance AI solutions
Fincantieri signs agreement to advance AI solutions
Thursday, 06 June 2024

Fincantieri will collaborate on the development, testing and integration of artificial generative intelligence systems applied to the naval sector in the defence and civil matters.

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