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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.

Sol-Go appoints representatives for European market
Sol-Go appoints representatives for European market
Tuesday, 04 October 2022

California-based flexible solar panel manufacturers Sol-Go has announced that Global Marine Associates (GMA) will be representing its products for the marine market in Europe.

Camper & Nicholsons expands in the United Arab Emirates
Camper & Nicholsons expands in the United Arab Emirates
Tuesday, 04 October 2022

Camper & Nicholsons (C&N) has announced the opening of its proprietary office in Dubai. Located in Mina Rashid marina, the new office will offer full-scale turnkey services to domestic and international clientele.

WATCH: Devastating cost of Hurricane Ian to marine community
WATCH: Devastating cost of Hurricane Ian to marine community
Monday, 03 October 2022

As Hurricane Ian destroys boats across Florida, horrific images are flooding in of the cost to the marine community.

Superyacht Tenders and Toys unveils Roam 8 Adventure RIB
Superyacht Tenders and Toys unveils Roam 8 Adventure RIB
Monday, 03 October 2022

Superyacht Tenders and Toys (SYTT) has revealed its latest offering, the Roam 8. This has been produced in partnership with Naval Architects Argo Navis, and is part of the rapidly expanding Roam range of robust, no-nonsense, go-anywhere aluminium...

New distributor for Highfield Boats in France
New distributor for Highfield Boats in France
Monday, 03 October 2022

RCM is buying the distribution business for Highfield Boats in France from Groupe YB come 1 January, 2023.

Dealership idealboat.com opens new location at Hamble Point Marina
Dealership idealboat.com opens new location at Hamble Point Marina
Monday, 03 October 2022

New and pre-owned boat dealership idealboat.com is expanding with a new location at Hamble Point Marina in Southampton, on the UK’s south coast.

Canal & River Trust invites boaters to offer feedback on UK waterways
Canal & River Trust invites boaters to offer feedback on UK waterways
Monday, 03 October 2022

The Canal & River Trust has started the process of setting a national standard for the water points, refuse sites and other boater facilities that it provides across the waterways network.

Stunning aerial shot of Essex oyster beds wins maritime photography competition
Stunning aerial shot of Essex oyster beds wins maritime photography competition
Monday, 03 October 2022

The Shipwrecked Mariners’ Society has announced the winner of its 10th annual photography competition, showcasing images relating to all aspects of the UK’s historic relationship with the sea.

Sustainability: approach from the ground up
Sustainability: approach from the ground up
Monday, 03 October 2022

The industry finds itself at a sustainability crossroads – bolting on some solar panels, banning the odd hazardous substance and installing an electric motor are all very admirable but done in isolation could be viewed simply as ‘gree...

Lumitec launches new full-colour courtesy light
Lumitec launches new full-colour courtesy light
Monday, 03 October 2022

Lumitec, manufacturer of extreme environment LED lighting solutions, has launched a Fiji Courtesy Light.

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Saturday, 01 October 2022

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Boating holiday bookings soar 25% to record levels
Boating holiday bookings soar 25% to record levels
Friday, 30 September 2022

Sailing holidays have become increasingly popular among in recent years, with a new record set this summer.

Composite waste recycling: will a new UK project be the silver bullet?
Composite waste recycling: will a new UK project be the silver bullet?
Friday, 30 September 2022

A new UK consortium plans to lead the world in high-level composite waste processing, recycling and reuse – Blue Composites Project’s James Scott-Anderson discusses why the industry cannot afford to continue to look the other way.

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Rolls-Royce and Lürssen team up for methanol propulsion
Rolls-Royce and Lürssen team up for methanol propulsion
Friday, 30 September 2022

Rolls-Royce and Lürssen have partnered to work on specific projects to develop the use of methanol as an environmentally friendly fuel for superyachts.

America’s Cup: Structure confirmed for Youth and Women’s events
America’s Cup: Structure confirmed for Youth and Women’s events
Friday, 30 September 2022

The first women’s America’s Cup will include 12 teams, with the structure and dates of the regatta now revealed.

The Ocean Race partners with Warner Bros. Discovery
The Ocean Race partners with Warner Bros. Discovery
Friday, 30 September 2022

Entertainment company Warner Bros. Discovery has extended its agreement with The Ocean Race, in the sailing series’ widest-reaching broadcast deal to date.

Thank you for your custom!
Thank you for your custom!
Friday, 30 September 2022

Boatshed has always prided itself on being the friendly broker and with our most recent customer reviews we are feeling pretty proud of ourselves!

Sirena Yachts unveils brand new superyacht line
Sirena Yachts unveils brand new superyacht line
Friday, 30 September 2022

The Istanbul-based shipyard Sirena Marine will soon include superyachts in its range of vessels.

Gulf Craft announces new Majesty 160 superyacht at Monaco Yacht Show
Gulf Craft announces new Majesty 160 superyacht at Monaco Yacht Show
Friday, 30 September 2022

Gulf Craft has unveiled production plans for the company’s second largest superyacht – the brand-new Majesty 160.

RNLI crew member takes on London Marathon in full lifeboat kit
RNLI crew member takes on London Marathon in full lifeboat kit
Thursday, 29 September 2022

Running a marathon is challenging enough, but one Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) crew member is going the extra mile by hitting the streets of London in his full lifeboat kit.

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