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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.

Jordan’s new cruise terminal – gateway to the Red Sea
Jordan’s new cruise terminal – gateway to the Red Sea
Wednesday, 22 September 2021

AD Ports Group has signed a heads of terms agreement with the Aqaba Development Corporation that will see AD Ports Group establish a state-of-the-art cruise terminal at Marsa Zayed in Aqaba.

Recently Sold - Hardy Mariner 25
Recently Sold - Hardy Mariner 25
Wednesday, 22 September 2021

Boatshed Isle of Wight recently sold this 1999 Hardy Mariner 25.

Consortium tackles decarbonisation of cross-Channel ferry fleet
Consortium tackles decarbonisation of cross-Channel ferry fleet
Wednesday, 22 September 2021

A seven-month project, entitled the Dover Clean Ferry Power, will analyse how much net-zero energy can be stored and delivered in-harbour and is a collaboration between the Port of Dover, P&O Ferries, WMG, and Schneider Electric, led by Kent ...

Free eco-friendly exercise at MDL Fitness’ open weekend
Free eco-friendly exercise at MDL Fitness’ open weekend
Tuesday, 21 September 2021

MDL Fitness is hosting a free open weekend at its first eco gym on the 2 – 3 October 2021.

Mayflower Marina wins Coastal Marina of the Year
Mayflower Marina wins Coastal Marina of the Year
Tuesday, 21 September 2021

Plymouth’s Mayflower Marina has won The Yacht Harbour Association’s 2021 Coastal Marina of the Year Award (over 250 berths).

Gimson and Burnet back up Olympic medal with European Nacra 17 title
Gimson and Burnet back up Olympic medal with European Nacra 17 title
Tuesday, 21 September 2021

Britain’s John Gimson and Anna Burnet added the Nacra 17 European Championship title to their Tokyo 2020 silver in a commanding performance in Thessaloniki, Greece.

The Vendée Arctic – Les Sables d’Olonne 2022
The Vendée Arctic – Les Sables d’Olonne 2022
Tuesday, 21 September 2021

The “Arctic Vendée Les Sables-d’Olonne” will leave from Port Olona on June 12, 2022.

YATCO acquires BoatDeck and YachtandBoat
YATCO acquires BoatDeck and YachtandBoat
Tuesday, 21 September 2021

YATCO, the online multiple listing service for buying, selling and chartering yachts, has completed the acquisition of BoatDeck and YachtAndBoat, two of the largest providers of marine websites and lead generation technology in the Asia Pacific r...

Cornwall fisherman questions ‘absurd’ tracking system for small boats
Cornwall fisherman questions ‘absurd’ tracking system for small boats
Tuesday, 21 September 2021

The government has said it plans for all fishing boats registered in the EU, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland to be required to host a Vessel Monitoring System (VMS) to fish in English waters. Despite there being no timetable for this regula...

Boston Whaler appoints new president
Boston Whaler appoints new president
Tuesday, 21 September 2021

Kris Neff is replacing Nick Stickler as president of Boston Whaler. Stickler moves to a new role as vice president, category management and strategic planning for Mercury Marine.

Mastervolt launches four new ‘quieter and lighter’ smart charger options
Mastervolt launches four new ‘quieter and lighter’ smart charger options
Tuesday, 21 September 2021

Mastervolt has introduced new smart charging options as new models join the ChargeMaster suite of battery chargers.

Crew change crisis: Bjørn Højgaard blames ports and nations
Crew change crisis: Bjørn Højgaard blames ports and nations
Tuesday, 21 September 2021

Seafarers have been responsible for transporting essentials such as food and medical supplies across the globe, which became a lot tougher during the pandemic but over a year later, the shipping industry is still plagued by obstacles such as trav...

ABPmer becomes official tidal modelling supplier of SailGP
ABPmer becomes official tidal modelling supplier of SailGP
Tuesday, 21 September 2021

Marine consultancy and survey specialist, ABPmer has become the official supplier of ocean intelligence to SailGP.

Damen wins digital innovation award
Damen wins digital innovation award
Tuesday, 21 September 2021

Damen Shipyards Group has won at the inaugural IDC Future of Digital Innovation Awards in the Performance as a Service category for its Triton program.

VIDEO: 125-year-old shipwreck revealed by calm weather
VIDEO: 125-year-old shipwreck revealed by calm weather
Monday, 20 September 2021

Calm weather and clear water has revealed a 125-year-old shipwreck off the north Norfolk coast, according to BBC News.

Apprentices celebrate graduation at SIBS
Apprentices celebrate graduation at SIBS
Monday, 20 September 2021

The annual Apprenticeship Graduation Awards ceremony returned to the Southampton International Boat Show (SIBS) last week following a two year hiatus due to the pandemic.

JFA Yachts signs new 50m custom yacht
JFA Yachts signs new 50m custom yacht
Monday, 20 September 2021

Humphreys Yacht Design’s (HYD) new 50 metre Custom Explorer Yacht has been signed by JFA Yachts, France.

Hundested Propeller appoints new sales engineer
Hundested Propeller appoints new sales engineer
Monday, 20 September 2021

Hundested Propeller A/S has announced the return of Rune Græsdal Zilcken to a new role as engineer (technical and sales), starting with immediate effect.

Free eco-friendly exercise at MDL’s green gym open weekend
Free eco-friendly exercise at MDL’s green gym open weekend
Monday, 20 September 2021

MDL Marinas is hosting a free open weekend at its first MDL Fitness eco gym on the 2-3 October 2021.

Nerea Yacht partners with Feat Yachts
Nerea Yacht partners with Feat Yachts
Monday, 20 September 2021

Italian yachting company, Nerea Yacht has announced a new dealership agreement with Feat Yachts. Feat Yachts will now exclusively market the Nerea Yacht brand in Italy.

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