News

In a MIN exclusive, Philippa Langton (partner) and Jessica Slater (solicitor) in the marine team at Lester Aldridge, unpack who is responsible for fire damage onboard yachts, and ways yacht owners can mitigate against risk.

Ports of Jersey (PoJ) has issued a safety bulletin reminding yacht owners about the importance of being particularly vigilant about the storage and disposal of oily or used cleaning rags. These materials can pose a significant risk of spontaneous...

Weed hatches, seal issues and lock cills were responsible for a 41 per cent increase in the number of rescues undertaken by River Canal Rescue (RCR) in 2024. The company reports it responded to 171 major incidents in 2024. These involved submerge...

Innovative design, continuous development and a strategy firmly grounded in sustainability has seen Bluegame Yachts experience exponential growth over the last five years. And, the company’s delivering five new Bluegames to UK customers in ...

Vessev’s first VS-9 hydrofoiling ferry, Kermadec, has entered commercial service in New Zealand. It’s being utilised by Fullers360, New Zealand’s largest ferry transport and tourism operator and will carry passengers on tourism ...

“Having the FT743-SM onboard nearly half the Vendée Globe fleet is a phenomenal milestone,” says Chris Trodden, head of business development at FT Technologies. And, of the first eleven skippers who crossed the finish line, eig...

Arnaud Boissières’ the skipper of La Mie Câline, informed his technical team that he had dismasted this Thursday. Currently 27th in the race he is more than 2,500 miles from the finish, at the longitude of Cape Verde in a group ...

It was with a huge measure of relief and satisfaction that French based Brit Sam Davies (Initiatives-Coeur) emerged from more than 48 hours of hellish weather to cross the finish line of the Vendée Globe in 13th place at 10:15 hrs UTC today...

Following unprecedented demand, Oyster Yachts confirms only final places remain on their fully-supported luxury world sailing adventure, the Oyster World Rally 2028-29.

The number of people going on yacht charter holidays is growing every year as more people look for new adventures. Hiking is also one of the most popular outdoor activities globally, with millions of enthusiasts seeking trails that offer breathtak...

Ocean Safety’s advice for safely cruising the Mediterranean this year.

Are you planning a trip to the Mediterranean this year? Co-founder of PlainSailing.com, Adi Tognarelli, suggests six of the best destinations.

AI & Maritime Heritage – Q&A with Boatshed
Q1: Why is Boatshed interested in using AI for maritime heritage?Boatshed is always looking at ways to embrace technology while preserving the invaluable skills and knowledge that define our...

Brunswick Corporation has reported its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year of 2024.

Nimbus Group has signed a dealer agreement with Grimstad Bådsenter AS to expand the distribution of Alukin brand boats in Norway’s Agder region.

Yacht brokerage company Fraser Yachts has issued a tribute to former CEO and president Carlo Agliardi, a yacht broker and entrepreneur, who has died at the age of 74.

At boot Düsseldorf 2025, Franz Lindemann, managing director of Robert Lindemann KG, spoke about the company’s evolution, commitment to innovation and focus on sustainability.

Italian design company Optima Design has redesigned the Amer F 106 and 96 Sanremo motor yachts. The redesigns also include the launch of the Amer 126 model, a 38.4-metre replacement for the former Amer 120 model.

Slovenian nautical startup VisionAnchor triumphed at boot Düsseldorf by winning the nautical pitching competition organised by Yachting Ventures and the European Boating Industry (EBI).

Polish catamaran manufacturer Sunreef Yachts has appointed Gabriele Ferlazzo as the firm’s new business development director. In this role, Ferlazzo will be responsible for developing and managing the company’s worldwide dealer networ...