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Another Transformational Year for D-Marin
Monday, 10 February 2025In 2024, D-Marin went beyond growth, connecting yacht owners to remarkable experiences spanning the Mediterranean and beyond. D-Marin reflects on the results of its vision from 2024, a year when a singular purpose guided every initiative and innov...
MDL Marinas begins work on new state-of-the-art facilities at Hamble Point Marina
Monday, 10 February 2025Hamble Point Marina, one of MDL Marinas’ premier locations, is enhancing its facilities with the construction of state-of-the-art toilets and showers, set to open for the 2025 boating season. Part of a £500,000 development project, thi...
Video shows Florida rescue as man lies unconscious and boat spins out of control
Monday, 10 February 2025A video has emerged of a boat spinning in circles with the helmsman unconscious on deck. The incident happened on Lake Dias in DeLeon Springs, US, with the footage capturing the Volusia Sheriff’s Office and fire rescue responding on scene. ...
Major changes announced for Australia’s boat shows
Monday, 10 February 2025The Boating Industry Association (BIA) is making changes to the show season in Australia with the launch of a new boat show in Sydney and amended dates for the Sydney International Boat Show.
No greenwashing here, says Expedition Zero co-founder, Andrew Cowen
Monday, 10 February 2025Expedition Zero (EZ) plans to build the world’s first fleet of net zero adventure sailing yachts specifically built for commercial adventure sailing and adventure tourism.
Elastic mooring solution expands in Australasia
Monday, 10 February 2025Marine Structures has been appointed the exclusive Australasian dealer for Seaflex, a global supplier of mooring systems for floating structures. The agreement will expand the availability of Seaflex’s sustainable mooring technology in the ...
In pictures: Spitfire-inspired superyacht under construction in Turkey
Monday, 10 February 2025Turkish shipyard Ares Yachts has unveiled the interior design of the 50.55m Spitfire superyacht, developed in collaboration with British design studio Bannenberg & Rowell.
World Boating Day returns in May 2025
Monday, 10 February 2025The third edition of World Boating Day, an international open day for the leisure boating industry, will take place on 24 May 2025.
Falmouth Harbour names new harbour board directors
Monday, 10 February 2025Falmouth Harbour has appointed two new non-executive directors to its board of commissioners.
Emirates GBR wins KPMG Australia Sail Grand Prix in Sydney
Sunday, 09 February 2025The Emirates Great Britain SailGP Team has claimed its first win of the 2025 Season at the KPMG Australia Sail Grand Prix.
Emirates GBR in second place after ‘real ding-dong’ with the Aussies on day one of the KPMG Australia Sail Grand Prix
Saturday, 08 February 2025Emirates GBR delivered a solid performance on the opening day of the KPMG Australia Sail Grand Prix, securing second place overall after four wild races on Sydney Harbour.
Plot new horizons at the RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show
Friday, 07 February 2025Are you dreaming of sunnier days on the water? Of new experiences and adventures afloat? Or have you set your sights on improving your skills on the water this year?
Emirates GBR ready for battle at KPMG Australia Sail Grand Prix
Friday, 07 February 2025The Emirates Great Britain SailGP Team is ready for battle to maintain its top spot on the leaderboard at the KPMG Australia Sail Grand Prix this weekend.
Finnboat: latest stats reveal a challenging year for the boating industry in Finland
Friday, 07 February 2025Industry association Finnboat has released the latest data on the boating industry in Finland, with new boat registrations decreasing by 19.6 per cent in 2024 compared to the previous year. The trade of used boats remained very lively, however. <...
MAIB issues urgent safety warning for Red Sea dive boat trips
Friday, 07 February 2025The Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has issued safety advice for those considering a liveaboard dive holiday in the Red Sea, following a series of accidents involving these vessels.
Garmin to supply Virtue Yachts under exclusive partnership
Friday, 07 February 2025Virtue Yachts, a semi-custom boat manufacturer based in Poland, has selected Garmin as its exclusive supplier of marine electronics and audio systems for all models, including the new V10 Cabin, which premiered at boot Düsseldorf 2025.
MarineMax quietly moves its headquarters out of Clearwater
Friday, 07 February 2025US boat dealer MarineMax has relocated its Florida headquarters from Clearwater to an approximately 40,000-square-foot space within the same office park as Nielsen Media Research at 501 Brooker Creek Blvd. in Oldsmar, according to the general con...
UKFSC Returns for 2025
Friday, 07 February 2025The United Kingdom Firefighters Sailing Championship (UKFSC) is set to make its return in 2025, taking place from 12 – 15 May in The Solent.
France to return to the startline, as SailGP touches down on Sydney Harbor
Friday, 07 February 2025This weekend, the Rolex SailGP Championship makes its record sixth visit to the iconic Sydney Harbor. France will rejoin the fleet for the first time in the 2025 Season following a successful afternoon of sailing in the league’s newest F50 ...
Technical Marine Supplies launches training workshops for 2025
Friday, 07 February 2025Technical Marine Supplies has announced its 2025 training workshops, which will start in March and will be held at the RNLI college in Poole, UK (pictured).
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