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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.

How can marine industry bodies stay relevant?
How can marine industry bodies stay relevant?
Friday, 23 February 2024

GMBA’s Maryanne Edwards reviews an Australian success story and asks how marine industry bodies need to pivot and diversify to serve their members better

River Canal Rescue launches photography competition
River Canal Rescue launches photography competition
Friday, 23 February 2024

River Canal Rescue (RCR) is calling on photography fans to send in their marine, river or canal-based pictures, from which 12 will be chosen to illustrate its 2025 calendar, with proceeds going to Cancer Research UK.

New Build Boats with Boatshed - Stand Up Boat
New Build Boats with Boatshed - Stand Up Boat
Friday, 23 February 2024

Boatshed are currently working alongside 14 boat manufacturers to advertise new build boats including catamarans, electric boats and fishing boats!

Travel company launches luxury expedition yacht in Galapagos
Travel company launches luxury expedition yacht in Galapagos
Friday, 23 February 2024

Conservation-led luxury travel company andBeyond has announced the extension of its South America portfolio with the launch of an expedition yacht in the Galapagos Islands. The 38m (124ft) yacht, andBeyond Galapagos Explorer, will operate on two ...

Chair of the Friends of the Vigilance charity, Colin Peter Mawbey passes away
Chair of the Friends of the Vigilance charity, Colin Peter Mawbey passes away
Thursday, 22 February 2024

Brixham’s maritime community is in shock following the sudden death of Colin Mawbey (61)  Chair of the Vigilance of Brixham and one of the boat’s skippers.

Handy hardware at the RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show
Handy hardware at the RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show
Thursday, 22 February 2024

Home to 170 exhibitors, the 2024 RYA Dinghy and Watersports Show supported by Sunsail, brings together the latest kit and innovations from your favourite marine brands.

RS Marine Group and ePropulsion announce partnership to power the Cheetah R630
RS Marine Group and ePropulsion announce partnership to power the Cheetah R630
Thursday, 22 February 2024

RS Marine Group has announced the collaboration with ePropulson’s X Series electric outboards to power the group’s Cheetah R630 EV-ready RIB, which will be showcased at the RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show, taking place at Farnborough...

The Art of Buckler’s Hard exhibition to open
The Art of Buckler’s Hard exhibition to open
Thursday, 22 February 2024

An art exhibition inspired by Sky Arts’ Landscape Artist of the Year semi-finalists’ paintings of Buckler’s Hard will open soon in the maritime village.

First Class Sailing Offers Young Explorers a Unique Sea Adventure for Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award On-Board Golden Vanity
First Class Sailing Offers Young Explorers a Unique Sea Adventure for Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award On-Board Golden Vanity
Thursday, 22 February 2024

First Class Sailing has announced an exciting and enriching opportunity for young adventurers to embark on a residential at sea as part of their Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award.

Vision Marine unveils ‘unsinkable’ Phantom rotomoulded boat
Vision Marine unveils ‘unsinkable’ Phantom rotomoulded boat
Thursday, 22 February 2024

Canada-headquartered electric boatbuilder Vision Marine Technologies has unveiled its new Phantom, a rotomoulded, recyclable boat that the company describes as unsinkable and indestructible.

Catana launches flagship Bali 5.8 catamaran
Catana launches flagship Bali 5.8 catamaran
Thursday, 22 February 2024

French boatbuilder Catana Group has launched the new Bali Catamarans flagship, the Bali 5.8, as it marks the brand’s 10th anniversary this year.

Saxdor Yachts appoints dealer in Asia-Pacific
Saxdor Yachts appoints dealer in Asia-Pacific
Thursday, 22 February 2024

Finnish boatbuilder Saxdor Yachts has appointed Hong Kong-based DCH Marine as its new dealer for the Asia-Pacific region.

Videoworks reveals new structure as order book grows
Videoworks reveals new structure as order book grows
Thursday, 22 February 2024

Italian tech company Videoworks has reported sustained growth as it expands into key markets and continues to hire new staff, doubling the size of its team in a relatively short period. As a result, the company has rearranged its internal structu...

2024 Barton Rising Star To Be Unveiled and New Dinghy Products at The RYA Dinghy Show
2024 Barton Rising Star To Be Unveiled and New Dinghy Products at The RYA Dinghy Show
Thursday, 22 February 2024

Drop by Barton Marine stand Q20 at the RYA Dinghy Show to discover exciting dinghy equipment launches and celebrate the grand announcement of the talented 2024 Barton Rising Star.

Class Associations at the RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show
Class Associations at the RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show
Thursday, 22 February 2024

The RYA Dinghy and Watersports Show 2024 supported by Sunsail is gearing up to deliver an action-packed weekend for watersports enthusiasts from 24-25 February at Farnborough International.

ePropulsion to power EV-ready Cheetah R630
ePropulsion to power EV-ready Cheetah R630
Thursday, 22 February 2024

RS Marine Group is collaborating with ePropulson’s X Series electric outboards to power the group’s Cheetah R630 EV-ready RIB.

Yamaha Motor UK announces winners of 2023 Dealer Awards
Yamaha Motor UK announces winners of 2023 Dealer Awards
Thursday, 22 February 2024

Yamaha Motor UK has announced the winners of its 2023 Dealer Awards, which were presented at this year’s all-product Dealer Conference.

EVRIKA AND WHITE SHADOW FINISH LEG 3 IN OGR
EVRIKA AND WHITE SHADOW FINISH LEG 3 IN OGR
Thursday, 22 February 2024

In the dusky evening light, skipper Dominique Dubois helmed the impressive Swan 65, Evrika FR (07) across the Punta del Este finish line in 12 knots winds at 22.42 UTC, after 37 days at sea. The French crew, composed of close family and friends, l...

Quick strengthens partnership with LKQ Aquafax
Quick strengthens partnership with LKQ Aquafax
Thursday, 22 February 2024

Marine equipment manufacturer Quick has reinforced its partnership with distributor LKQ Aquafax.

Two Chinese teams take top two podiums in seventh stage of Clipper Race
Two Chinese teams take top two podiums in seventh stage of Clipper Race
Thursday, 22 February 2024

It was a duo of Chinese teams, representing the cities of Qingdao and Zhuhai, who took first and second place in the latest stage of the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race. 

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